Brand News

HARPOON OCTOBERFESTThis beer is full-bodied, smooth, and malty.  Willamette hops are used to provide a gentle bitterness and to balance any residual sweetness present from the malt.  The finish is soft and malty with a mild bitterness.  The overall character is a rich, full-bodied, maltiness whose sweetness is balanced by... Read More

HIRAM WALKER CARMEL APPLE LIQUEURHiram Walker’s newest flavor addition to its portfolio of all-natural liqueurs, schnapps, brandies, and triple-secs, Caramel Apple complements a variety of other spirits and mixers in seasonal cocktails.  The launch is being supported with trade advertising, blogger outreach, retail sampling and custom POS. Suggested retail for... Read More

VAMPIRE VINEYARDS This portfolio of wine, beer and spirits includes Vampire Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay, Trueblood Pinot Noir, Witches’ Brew Belgian Ale, and Vampyre Red Vodka.  The Trueblood Pinot Noir is a full-bodied artisanal wine made from 1OO% pinot noir grapes.  Aged in French oak barrels for... Read More

UFO PUMPKINThis new release from Harpoon Brewery is brewed with pure pumpkin and a medley of autumnal spices.  It is amber in color with the signature UFO haze.  The malt combination provides a smooth body and slightly sweet flavor which balances with the earthy notes derived from the pumpkin.  Available... Read More

NEWCASTLE WEREWOLF This is the second of Newcastle’s Limited Edition seasonal brews.  Naturally blood red in color, Werewolf offers sweet berry tones and a bitter bite, and is available in 6- and 12-packs as well as 5OL draught keg format from Burke Distributing, Commercial Distributing Company and Merrimack Valley Distributing.

THE BEACHHOUSE REDA blend of Shiraz, Mourvedre and Viognier, this wine has pepper and mulberry on the nose, juicy berry flavors and an acidity that is well-balanced.  In-store displays feature coastal-themed packaging and POS.  Suggested retail is $11.99 per 75Oml.  Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.

SHIPYARD PUMPKINHEAD ALEShipyard Brewing Company is extending the beer’s season through November.  The Pumpkinhead Ale is an aromatic and crisp wheat ale with a subtle spiced flavor.  Available in 6-packs, 12-packs and on draft.  Suggested retail for 6-packs is $8.99 to $9.99, and for the 12-packs is $16.99 to $17.99. ... Read More

CU CHULAINN IRISH WHISKEYPronounced “Koo Kullen”, which means “Hound of Cullen”, this whiskey from Cooley Distillery is named for one of the heroes in Irish legend.  It is smooth with notes of spice, smoke and a hint of honey.  Suggested retail is $23.99.

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO9 SYRAHMade with grapes sourced from both the Russian River and Sonoma Valleys, this Syrah was aged in small oak barrels for 18 months.  Deep purple/black in color, it has aromas of blackberry, licorice, bittersweet chocolate, and Italian herbs.  The flavors are a mouth-filling blend of... Read More