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VIEUX CARRÉ COCKTAIL

ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH by PINK LADY IN THE WINTER MONTHS, we enjoy hunkering by the fire (or any source of warmth really) with a strong, spirit-forward cocktail.  There’s nothing quite like the velvety texture of a properly stirred (not shaken!) aperitif drink, and this is even more true...
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BEDELL CELLARS of NORTH FORK

by HARVEY FINKEL THE NORTH FORK of New York’s Long Island juts out into the Atlantic Ocean less than 7O miles from southeastern Massachusetts, as the seabird flies or marine critter swims, somewhat farther via the ferry from New London or the long eastward-leaning reversed J drive.  But the climate...
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AN ARRAY of SEASONAL BREWS for the WINTER MONTHS

by ANDY CROUCH THE AMERICAN CRAFT BEER scene is nothing if not subject to constant change.  Consumers, driven by experience- hungry millennials, constantly want the new, the untried, the next great beer.  Many are often content to experience a beer only once before moving on to the next pint, can,...
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WACHUSETT BREWING COMPANY WALLY JUICE

This hazy and juicy new IPA from Wachusett Brewing combines a crisp, acidic hop character balanced out with the sweetness of an all-natural blood orange infusion.  Packaged in 16-ounce cans. AVAILABLE FROM Atlas Distributing Craft Brewers Guild

YUENGLING TALLBOY BLACK & TAN

The only pre-mixed Black and Tan is now available in Tallboy 16-ounce cans.  Suggested retail is $8.99 per 6-pack. AVAILABLE FROM Atlas Distributing Craft Brewers Guild Girardi Distributors L. Knife & Son Quality Beverage Seaboard Products Company Williams Distributing Corp.

VINA ALBALI VERDEJO

Pale lemon yellow with golden highlights and flavors of ripe tropical fruits, citrus and honeysuckle.  Suggested retail is $9.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits

RICH & CREAMY CHARDONNAY

Bright fruit flavors, creamy vanilla oak accents and a softer flavor profile.  Suggested retail is $12.99. AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits

PULPO ALBARIÑO

Delicate with aromas of white flowers, peaches and apricots.  The finish is fresh and fruity.  Suggested retail is $13.99 AVAILABLE FROM Baystate Wine & Spirits