Brand News

PLANTATION 3 STARS RUM – This white rum is named in honor of the three rum-producing islands of the Caribbean from which Plantation 3 Stars is crafted: Barbados, Trinidad and Jamaica.  Un-aged rums from Barbados and Jamaica and a 12-year aged Jamaican rum are blended with 3-year aged Trinidad rum... Read More

KENWOOD JACK LONDON VINEYARD 2O1O ZINFANDEL – Racked in a mix of French and American oak barrels to age for 2O months, this Zinfandel has raspberry and fig aromas, as well as accents of mint, lavender and white pepper.  Fresh blackberry and raspberry flavors are backed by hints of black... Read More

HIRO RED and BLUE SAKE – There are two sake styles available from Hiro: a Junmai (Hiro Red), which has been traditionally brewed and can be served warm or chilled; and a Junmai Ginjo (Hiro Blue), which is produced with rice that is milled to remove at least 45% of... Read More

SAMUEL ADAMS FAT JACK DOUBLE PUMPKIN – Using more than 28 pounds of pumpkins per barrel, along with pumpkin pie spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, create a rich double pumpkin ale with a full-bodied sweetness and deep russet color.  Suggested retail is $6.99 per 22-ounce bottle.  Also available in... Read More

ANGRY ORCHARD CIDER HOUSE COLLECTION – There are two new wood-aged ciders in this collection: Iceman and Strawman.  The Iceman combines apples with notes of caramel and toffee for a cider that’s sweet but not syrupy.  Aging the cider on oak adds a vanilla character.  The oak-aged Strawman’s apple, vanilla... Read More

SHIPYARD PUMPKINHEAD ALE  – This limited seasonal release is now available.  Brewed with Willamette and Hallertau hops, it is a crisp wheat ale with a subtle spiced flavor.  Suggested retail is $7.99 to $8.99 for a 6-pack of cans.  Also available in bottles and on draft from Atlas Distributing, Burke... Read More

LEINENKUGEL – There are two new releases from Leinenkugel: a year-round Lemon Berry Shandy and the seasonal Oktoberfest.  The Shandy has a splash of blackberry juice blended with its Weiss beer and lemonade.  The Oktoberfest is brewed with caramel and a blend of 2-row pale malts.  Suggested retail for the... Read More

HARPOON BREWERY 1OO BARREL SERIES WHITE IPA – Simcoe, Cascade and Citra hops give this beer the citrus and floral notes of an IPA, while the spiciness and soft mouthfeel are more reminiscent of a Belgian Wit.  This is the 43rd offering from Harpoon’s 1OO Barrel Series.  Available in 22-ounce... Read More

BOMBAY SAPPHIRE EAST – For the first time in twenty-five years, since the launch of Bombay Sapphire, the brand is unveiling a new gin infused with crisp Thai lemongrass and spicy Vietnamese black peppercorn.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

SHIPYARD BREWING – For the first time, Shipyard will be offering brews in cans.  The Export is now available and the Pumpkinhead will be available this fall from Atlas Distributing, Burke Distributing, Colonial Wholesale Beverage, Commercial Distributing Company, and Merrimack Valley Distributing.