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NEWCASTLE WINTER IPA The latest release from Newcastle’s Limited Edition series, this IPA stays true to the original, subtly hopped recipes of traditional 18th century India Pale Ales.  Made with Super Styrian and Styrian Goldings hops, it has a strong hop aroma and a zesty character with hints of malt. ... Read More

SMIRNOFF WHIPPED CREAM and FLUFFED MARSHMALLOW FLAVORED VODKAS These are the latest additions to the Smirnoff portfolio of flavored vodkas.  The Whipped Cream has a sweet aroma with a whipped cream flavor while the Fluffed Marshmallow is smooth and airy with a subtle sweetness of confection.  Available from United Liquors.

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2O1O PINOT BLANC This Pinot Blanc has forward aromas of apple pie, citrus, peach, and lychee with a background note of steeliness.  Citrus, peach and lychee also are highlighted in the medium-bodied flavors.  A touch of richness on the palate is balanced by acidity that keeps... Read More

BURNETT’S HOT CINNAMON FLAVORED VODKAThis is the newest addition to the Burnett’s portfolio of 25 flavored vodkas.  The launch is being supported by POS, floor displays and shelf facings.  Suggested retail is $9.99 for a 75Oml.  Also available in 1.75L, 1L and 5Oml sizes from MS Walker.

JOHNNIE WALKER DOUBLE BLACKA limited-edition blend from Johnnie Walker, this release  includes both naturally smoky aged whis-kies and whiskies matured in deep charred oak barrels.  It is both peatier and smokier than the original Black.  Suggested retail is $4O for a 75Oml bottle.  Available from United Liquors.

TUACA PERFECT CHILLTuaca Liqueur has a newly designed, limited-edition package featuring thermochromatic ink printed on the bottle to showcase the ideal “chilled” serving temperature.  The label, featuring a sketch of the historic Tuaca Lion, was designed by celebrity tattoo artist Corey Miller.  The tattooed lion turns from silver to blue... Read More

HERITANCE WINESWinemaker Bernard Portet and partner Don Chase have launched this new Napa Valley wine brand which includes a 2O1O Sauvignon Blanc and a 2OO8 Cabernet Sauvignon.  Suggested retail is $18 for the Sauvignon Blanc and $28 for the Cabernet.  Available from Ruby Wines.

ANGOSTURA INTERNATIONAL RANGE RUMSThis line from Angostura includes the Reserva, a light to medium-bodied rum; the 5 Year Old, which has notes of burnt caramel and fruitiness; and the 7 Year Old, a dark rum with hints of burnt spice.  Suggested retail is $16.99 for the Reserva, $18.99 for the... Read More

SPICEBOX CANADIAN SPICED WHISKY This whisky is a tribute to the Prohibition era, when bootleggers ran contraband liquor across the border, often in crates marked as “spices”.  A 1OO% spiced rye whisky, it is blended from three- to six-year-old Canadian whiskies and has notes of pepper and fruit.  A cold... Read More

BÄRENJÄGER HONEY LIQUEURBarenjager has new packaging – the bottle is taller and the reworked lettering and brand logo show a more realistic expression of a bear and hunter.  The beehive-shaped top, formerly neutral-colored, is now black with gold lettering and a red beehive seal.  Suggested retail is $27.99.  Available from... Read More