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VOLI LIGHT VODKAS

VOLI LIGHT VODKASThere are five flavors in this line of low-calorie vodkas: Lyte, Lemon, Raspberry Cocoa, Orange Vanilla, and Espresso Vanilla.  Distilled in Cognac, France, by Maison Roullet-Fransac, Voli is made from organic French wheat grain and natural spring water from Protea.  It is distilled five times and enhanced with...
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VALLEY OF THE MOON 2O1O UNOAKED CHARDONNAY

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2O1O UNOAKED CHARDONNAYCold-fermented and aged exclusively in stainless steel tanks, this Chardonnay has fresh forward aromas of orange blossom, tangerine, lime, and mineral.  Lime, green apple and kiwi fruit flavors are accented by subtle minerals.  Twenty percent of the young wine underwent malolactic fermentation to enhance...
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GRITTY MCDUFF’S VACATIONLAND SUMMER ALE

GRITTY MCDUFF’S VACATIONLAND SUMMER ALE This summer seasonal release is now available and features new labels and packaging.  It is the brewer’s third beer to feature a new look – following Original Pub Style and Scottish Ale – since the company began a year-long effort for its full line of...
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MALIBU BLACK AND CRANBERRY-CHERRY

MALIBU BLACK AND CRANBERRY-CHERRY These are the two newest additions to the Malibu portfolio.  The Black is a 7O proof rum with a hint of the brand’s signature coconut flavor.  The launch will be supported with a range of TV, digital, and OOH advertising as well as consumer samplings.  At...
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PISCO PORTON

PISCO PORTONMade from a blend of three grape varietals – Quebranta, Torontel and Albilla – this mosto verde pisco will be available in July.  A juice from the first pressing of these grapes is made and then fermented, but not completely in order to retain some of the natural grape...
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MALIBU TROPICAL SEA BREEZE

MALIBU TROPICAL SEA BREEZEThis is the newest addition to join Malibu’s line of premixed cocktails that includes Rum Punch, Caribbean Cosmo and Tropical Mojito flavors.  The Sea Breeze, like the other Malibu Cocktails products, will be packaged in environmentally friendly 1.75L pouches which are made of soft plastic that allows...
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PINNACLE CAKE FLAVORED VODKA

PINNACLE CAKE FLAVORED VODKAThis is the newest flavor addition to the Pinnacle vodka line.  A French vodka, it has the taste of cake batter.  The new brand will be promoted with party kits as well as print and online advertising.  Suggested retail is $15.99 for a 75O.  Available in 1.75L,...
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KORBEL CALIFORNIA BRUT 2OO9 CHAMPAGNE

KORBEL CALIFORNIA BRUT 2OO9 CHAMPAGNEMade with organically grown grapes, this is the third release of this California sparkler.  Produced – like all Korbel California champagnes – using the méthode champenoise, the Brut has green apple, lemon zest and white peach aromas.  Fresh citrus and apple flavors also are accompanied by...
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CREAM ORANGE

CREAM ORANGEThis is the newest addition to the line of alcohol-infused whipped creams that includes raspberry, caramel and chocolate flavors, among others.  Each can is 15% ABV.  Suggested retail is $9.99 to $12.99 per 375ml can.  Available from Baystate Wine Company.

JACK DANIEL’S TENNESSEE HONEY

JACK DANIEL’S TENNESSEE HONEYThis is the first new brand in over a decade from the Jack Daniel Distillery.  It is made with Jack Daniel’s Old No.7 Tennessee Whiskey and a proprietary honey liqueur.  Suggested retail is $22 for a 75Oml.  Available in 5Oml, 375ml, 75Oml, and 1L bottles from Horizon...
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