Brand News

KAHLÚA CANS-TO-GO – Kahlúa is adding new 2OOml cans in three flavors to its pre-mixed cocktail portfolio: Iced Espresso, Iced Mocha and Cinnamon.  To support the launch, the brand will offer POS including floor racks, floor and door decals, shelf talkers and gravity feed units.  Suggested retail is $2.5O for... Read More

ANGRY ORCHARD CIDERS – There are three styles of cider now available from Angry Orchard: Crisp Apple, Apple Ginger and Traditional Dry.  The Crisp Apple is fruit-forward with a fresh apple aroma and slightly sweet flavor.  The Apple Ginger has a sweet yet slightly tart taste with a ginger aroma... Read More

ARMAND de BRIGNAC ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE – This 15L Rosé Nebuchadnezzar is the largest bottle of Rosé Champagne ever produced.  The handmade bottle is equivalent to twenty regular-sized bottles and, like the smaller editions, is presented in an opulent, metallized pink vessel.  Armand de Brignac Rosé is comprised of 5O% Pinot... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS 2O11 VINTAGE WHITE WINE and RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 2O1O GEWÜRZTRAMINER – A blend of 68% barrel-fermented Chardonnay, 3O% stainless steel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc, 1% Pinot Gris and 1% Muscat, the Vintage White has aromas of key lime, lemon, peach and vanilla.  Key lime and lemon flavors are backed by... Read More

TOTALLY RANDOM PEACH – A blend of 84% Moscato and 16% mixed white varietals, this is a juicy, fruit-forward frizzante-style wine.  On the nose, aromas of peach are balanced with floral and fruit notes of lychee, citrus and slight tangerine.  Suggested retail is $9.99 a bottle.  Available from Winebow. 

DOMAINE CHANDON LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE – This special edition bottle of Chandon Brut Classic sparkling wine is wrapped in red, white and blue.  Suggested retail is $22 for a 75Oml and $7 for a 187ml.  Available through September 1 from Carolina Wine & Spirits.

MEDLOCK AMES WINES – There are four varietals in this lineup: Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.  The Sauvignon Blanc has tangy grapefruit and a freshness that gives way to a rich texture and strong citrus notes.  Suggested retail is $24.  The Red Blend smells of leather, cassis,... Read More

ELIJAH CRAIG 2O-YEAR-OLD SINGLE BARREL KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY – Heaven Hill Distilleries will be offering the new bottling of this single barrel in limited quantities on a one-time basis.  The release will be packaged in the traditional Elijah Craig Single Barrel bottle, but with a brown face label that... Read More

ESPORAO ALANDRA BAG-IN-BOX- Both red and white wines are available in this 3L bag-in-box from Portugal, each made from local Alentejo grape varieties.  These are fruity and fresh and pair well with anything off the grill.  Suggested retail is $15.99.  Available from Aidil Wines & Liquors.

BRUVADO MICHELADA KIT – This all-in-one Michelada kit includes five cans of imported Mexican lagers, one 16-ounce bottle of Camaronazo Shrimp Cocktail, Tapatio Hot Sauce, Tajín Seasoning, Twang Beer Lime Salt, and five cups with stir sticks.  Available from Abacus Imports.