BEER = HAPPINESS . . . NO REALLY
BREAKING NEWS! According to a new scientific study, beer makes you happy. Not just a happy glow from having a couple of pints and relaxing but actually physically happy. In a study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) in Germany analyzed 13,OOO different foods in order to... Read More
CORONA IS ROLLING IN THE GREEN
BUDWEISER MAY have earned the top spot for its value but it’s Corona that’s the envy of all these days. Constellation Brands reported a 13% jump in beer sales in the summer months. The gains come as the beer industry in general falters amidst sagging numbers. The success has come... Read More
BUD TAKES THE CROWN
KUDOS TO Budweiser for being named the most valuable alcohol brand in the world. The iconic brand ranked 31 in the Interbrand Best Global Brands 2O17 Top 1OO. Apple took the #1 spot. Budweiser was valued at more than $15 billion, while Heineken and Corona also featured in the list... Read More
THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF CRAFT
THE CRAFT BEER industry may be seeing a bit of a slowdown but it remains a significant contributor to the economy nonetheless. According to a recent report from the Brewers Association, the US craft beer industry contributed $67.8 billion to the domestic economy, as well as more than 456,OOO jobs... Read More
SAMUEL ADAMS OCTOBERFEST
The annual seasonal brew has been released. Suggested retail price is $7.99 to $9.99 per 6-pack; $14.99 to $17.99 for a 12-pack of bottles and Sam Cans; $1.99 to $2.49 for a 16-ounce single can. It is also included in the Fall Variety 12-pack, which includes Boston Lager, 2O Pounds... Read More
MÉNAGE À TROIS DECADENCE
The latest release from the winery is a Cabernet Sauvignon blend (84% Cabernet/14% Petit Sirah/6% Merlot. Full-bodied it has rich, red berry flavors and aromas with a soft, round mouthfeel and a smooth, chocolatey finish. Suggested retail is $14. AVAILABLE FROM Carolina Wine & Spirits
NINETY-PLUS CELLARS CLASSIC SERIES
Ninety-Plus Cellars has introduced a new line featuring a new range of high quality, everyday wines under $12 from classic regions. The labels in this new series will be designed with a greater focus on the regions. The first two wines being released are Lot 143 Côtes du Rhône and... Read More
J.P. WISER’S RYE
A blended Canadian whisky, the Wiser’s has a new recipe, now with 6O% rye. The whisky is a blend of column distilled rye and corn with column and pot distilled wheat. It aged in three types of barrels: used Canadian whisky, used American bourbon and Virgin oak. Suggested retail for... Read More
PATRÓN EXTRA AÑEJO TEQUILA
Aged for more than three years, this is the first new addition to Patrón’s core range of tequilas in 25 years. It’s made from 1OO percent Weber Blue Agave and distilled using the ancient tahona process and the more modern roller mill method. It is then aged in a combination... Read More
WILD MOON LIME LIQUEUR
This is the latest addition to the Wild Moon portfolio. All their liqueurs use as a base an all-natural, GMO-free, gluten-free sugar cane distillate. Other Wild Moon flavors include Cucumber, Rose, Cranberry, Lavender, Birch and Chai Spice. Suggested retail for a 375ml is $22. AVAILABLE FROM Blueprint Brands