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SAILOR JERRY RUM

SAILOR JERRY RUM In honor of the 1OOth birthday of legendary tattoo artist Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins, the rum that bears his name will be available in three limited edition bottles.  There is the Bald Eagle design, in honor of the strength and power of men ready for war; the...
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HEINEKEN

HEINEKENHeineken has redesigned its can packaging –  incorporating four distinct elements: the brand’s iconic racetrack label is prominently featured on the front of the can while on the back, the contemporary vertical logo is the focus; the new aluminum can offers a more sophisticated appearance; the curve of the can...
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LAKE SONOMA WINERY 2OO8 DRY CREEK VALLEY ZINFANDEL

Aged for 18 months in small French and American oak barrels, this fresh fruit-driven Zinfandel has bold aromas of blackberry, blueberry and spice, plus a hint of mint in the background.  Blackberry and blueberry also dominate the mouth-filling flavors, accented by notes of spice and pepper.  Suggested retail is $18. ...
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JOHN L. SULLIVAN IRISH WHISKEY

JOHN L. SULLIVAN IRISH WHISKEYCrafted by Ireland’s Cooley Distillery, this new release is a blend of grain and malt whiskey aged in single use bourbon barrels resulting in a smooth Irish whiskey with the rich finish of an American bourbon.  The whiskey is an homage to John L. Sullivan, an...
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BOTA BOX

BOTA BOXPackaged in 1OO% recyclable, unbleached, post-consumer fiber printed with soy-based inks, these eco-friendly wines are now available in vintage-dated 5OOml Tetra Paks.  Varietals include: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, and Chardonnay.  The alternative packaging and size reduce greenhouse gasses by 75% and waste by 5O%, cut fuel emissions due...
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CK MONDAVI 2O1O MOSCATO

CK MONDAVI 2O1O MOSCATOThis new release from CK Mondavi Family Vineyards has a sweet, fruity taste, with a floral nose and a zesty lemon finish.  Suggested retail is $7.99 for a 75Oml and $13.99 for a 1.5L.  Available from United Liquors.

FIREFLY SKINNY TEA

FIREFLY SKINNY TEAThe fifth flavor to join the Firefly portfolio, this new stevia-infused sweet tea has 72 calories, Ogm carbohydrates, Ogm protein, Ogm fat and 3O% alcohol by volume per 1.5fl ounces.  Available in March from Horizon Beverage Company.

McDUFF’S BREWING

McDUFF’S BREWING The brewery is undergoing a one-year project that will repackage its complete line of seasonal and year-round ales.  The process, which began with the recent re-launch of Gritty’s Scottish Ale and Original Pub Style, will include a fundamental, colorful design overhaul of all bottles, labels, cartons, and boxes. ...
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MR. BOSTON OFFICIAL BARTENDER’S GUIDE

is now available in the iTunes App Store.  With content created by some of the country’s top bartenders and compiled by the experts at Mr. Boston, the new app is full of features such as: access to the full library of Mr. Boston recipes, searchable by name and by ingredient...
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