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J.&J.MCCONNELL’S IRISH WHISKY

After 90 years, Conecuh Brands is returning McConnell’s Irish Whisky to North America. Originally established in Belfast, Ireland in 1776 by two brothers, John & James McConnell; McConnell’s is the oldest whisky brand ever to come from Ireland. A 5-year-old blend it is robust and smooth with hints of vanilla,...
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CENSE WINE SPRITZERS

Created in partnership with WW (formerly Weightwatchers) this line of wine spritzers includes Ruby Grapefruit, Lemon-Lime and Wild Berry. 100 calories per can and 4 WW smart points. Gluten-Free with no artificial sweeteners. Suggested retail is $4.99 per 355ml can. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

DUCK WALK GATSBY RED

This ripe full-bodied red is a semi-sweet blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Plum, cherry and spice notes on the palate and linger on the finish. Suggested retail is $12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.

VINA KOYLE GRAN RESERVA WINES

This line of Koyle Gran Reserva wines from Chile includes a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Carmenere. The Cabernet Sauvignon has velvety tannins with notes of minerality coming from the basaltic rocks. The Carmenere has an herb and berry character with hints of spices. Medium body with silky tannins and a...
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1OTH MOUNTAIN WHISKEY & SPIRITS

This line of spirits made from ingredients locally sourced in Colorado includes a Bourbon with a suggested retail of $58, Rye Whiskey for $45, Vodka for $34 and Alpenglow Cordial for $45. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

CABANA WINES

Located in Lodi, California, the Cabana Winery portfolio from winemaker Robert Smerling includes a Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon and an Old Vine Zinfandel. Suggested retail for each is $14.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits.

GIN LANE 1751

There are four craft gins in the Gin Lane 1751 portfolio: London Dry, Victoria Pink Gin, Old Tom Gin, and London Dry Royal Strength. The London Dry is full-bodied with a predominance of juniper, star anise and refreshing citrus. The Victoria is well-balanced with juniper at the forefront and a...
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KAI LYCHEE VODKA

This vodka has an aroma with notes of lychee, sweet spice, rose, and honey. Hints of rose and orange blossom. Gluten Free. Suggested retail is $34.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.

A LOOK AT THE SELTZER SENSATION

By ANDY CROUCH Hard seltzer has taken the beer world by force. Not spirit or wine based but also not beer like in character, these flavored malt beverage (FMB) products—ranging from colorless and near flavorless in nature to cloyingly sweet and neon hued—have long existed around the periphery of the...
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