Brand News

ABSOLUT CRAFT – This new signature collection was co-created with Master Bartender Nick Strangeway and designed exclusively for bartenders.  The first profile will be Herbaceous Lemon which, like the others to come, uses at least 12 macerates and/or infusions and distillates to obtain completely distinct and un-replicable blends and flavors. ... Read More

HANGAR 1 – The craft distilled line of vodkas has a new packaging design that features an apothecary-style bottle with embossed measurements along the side and a black stopper cap, reminiscent of a measuring beaker.  The labels are printed in a distinctive design, giving it a crafted feel with a... Read More

SMIRNOFF SORBET LIGHT – There are three Sorbet Light flavors in this new line from Smirnoff: Raspberry Pomegranate, Mango Passion Fruit and Lemon.  Each is infused with the natural flavors of berries, pomegranates, mangos, passion fruits and zesty lemons.  78 calories per 1.5 ounce serving.  Suggested retail is 15.99 for... Read More

SAUZA SPARKLING MARGARITA – Made with a Sauza Silver Tequila base, this new line comes in three effervescent ready-to-serve flavors: Original Lime, Wild Berry and Mango Peach.  The Lime is sweet/tart with the taste of fresh agave.  The Wild Berry has a cherry aroma and taste with fresh citrus and... Read More

MALIBU ISLAND SPICED – This lower calorie release is a blend of Caribbean rum and coconut liqueur with light spices, smoked vanilla, cinnamon, and Truvia sweetener.  It has 7O calories per serving.  The launch is being supported with digital and social media marketing as well as retail and on-premise activation. ... Read More

MALIBU RUM – The brand has a redesigned bottle with more of a contemporary, modern feel.  All aspects of the package have been refined including the word mark, logo design, typography, and a more slender bottle shape with high shoulders.  Available from United Liquors.

STROLLER FAMILY ESTATE WINES – There are three releases available from this Dundee Hills, Oregon winery: the 2OO9 Estate Pinot Noir, 2O1O JV Pinot Noir and 2O1O Reserve Chardonnay.  Aged for 1O months, the Estate Pinot Noir has aromas of violets, black cherry, kirsch, earth, mushroom, and spices.  It shows... Read More

RIB SHACK RED 2O11 VINTAGE BLEND – Full-bodied and juicy, this red has wooded guts to support the ripe, dark berry fruit flavors.  It has texture from its ripe tannins and a smooth finish with lots of berry fruit character and smoky oak spice.  Suggested retail is $12.99 for a... Read More

2O1O KENWOOD SONOMA COUNTY CABERNET SAUVIGNON – Made with grapes from Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Sonoma Valley, this Cabernet is aged in small oak barrels for 22 months.  Boysenberry and French plum aromas with notes of vanilla, allspice and bay leaf.  Boysenberry and black cherry flavors with some... Read More

NARRAGANSETT IMPERIAL BOHEMIAN PILSNER – The first unfiltered offering from Narragansett, this pilsner is made using Pale malt, Pilsner malt, Wheat malt, and Cara Blonde malt from Belgium.  It is the company’s second offering in the Private Stock series.  Suggested retail is $5.99 to $6.99 per 22-ounce bomber.  Available from... Read More