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BECK’S SAPPHIRE

BECK’S SAPPHIRE – This new golden pilsner is brewed with German Saphir hops which are traditionally used as a finishing or conditioning hop and impart a smooth finish.  It will also be available in 12-ounce black glass bottles in 6- and 12-packs.  The brand launch will be sustained with a...
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CRABBIE’S ORIGINAL ALCOHOLIC GINGER BEER

CRABBIE’S ORIGINAL ALCOHOLIC GINGER BEER – This alcoholic ginger beer from the UK is now available.  Bottled at 4.8% ABV, it is fermented with imported ginger and steeped for up to eight weeks to allow the complex natural flavors to fully develop, creating a smooth ginger beer with a deep,...
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WACHUSETT LIGHT IPA

WACHUSETT LIGHT IPA – This new session IPA from Wachusett has 4% ABV and 121 calories.  The brewery will also add the Light IPA to its 12-ounce can portfolio and release a limited amount of draft in March.  It will be available year round along with their other 12-ounce canned...
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CASA SAUZA TRES GENERACIONES

CASA SAUZA TRES GENERACIONES – Casa Sauza has released two new certified organic brands in the Tres Generaciones 1OO% blue agave tequila line: a Plata and a Reposado.  The Plata has a nose of defined agave notes, slightly herbal with citrus notes and an earthy sensation.  The taste is sweet...
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WOODFORD RESERVE SPICED CHERRY BITTERS

WOODFORD RESERVE SPICED CHERRY BITTERS – Woodford Reserve bourbon and Bourbon Barrel Foods have joined together to create this first-of-a-kind product.  The new Woodford Reserve bitters product enhances cocktails with an infusion of herbal essences, natural gentian root, cherry and spice notes all enriched by aging in barrels that previously...
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NARAGANSETT IMPERIAL IPA

NARAGANSETT IMPERIAL IPA – Narragansett Beer is celebrating its 122 years in business with a limited-edition Imperial IPA.  Released in a 22-ounce bomber bottle, the IPA is a departure from the brand’s signature 16-ounce Tallboy cans.  The label is styled after an early Private Stock Ale label used by the...
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NEWCASTLE WINTER IPA

NEWCASTLE WINTER IPA – Made with Super Styrian and Styrian Goldings hops, this limited-edition release pours a copper color with a strong hop aroma, subtle caramel notes, a full body and a balanced finish, in keeping with the traditional characteristics found in British-style IPAs.  Available in 6-packs, 12-packs and kegs...
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SAMUEL ADAMS LATITUDE 48 IPA

SAMUEL ADAMS LATITUDE 48 IPA – This year’s Latitude 48 IPA is brewed with a combination of hops from the 48th latitude.  Suggested retail is $8.99 for a 6-pack and $13.99 for a 12-pack.  Available in February from Atlas Distributing, Burke Distributing, Commercial Distributing, L.Knife & Son and Merrimack Valley...
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BOWMORE DORUS MOR

BOWMORE DORUS MOR – This cask-strength, 1O Years Old small batch release is a heady and strong whisky from the island of Islay.  It has a distinct taste of the sea and shows Bowmore’s trademark peat smokiness.  Suggested retail is $119.99 for a 75Oml.  Extremely limited quantities from Horizon Beverage...
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WINES THAT ROCK

WINES THAT ROCK – This line of wines was created in partnership between the managers of some of the most successful bands in history and the Mendocino Wine Company.  There are five varieties in the collection which include: The Police Synchronicity 2OO8 Red Wine Blend which has flavors of strawberry...
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