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BEEFEATER SUMMER EDITION GIN This new, limited edition summer release is created with the 9 natural botanicals sourced from around the world that are used in Beefeater London Dry Gin, with three new additions: elderflower, black currant and hibiscus.  The aromas of summer flowers enhance Beefeater’s key-note citrus character and... Read More

18OO ULTIMATE POMEGRANATE READY-TO-DRINK MARGARITACreated with 1OO% agave 18OO Silver Tequila and blended with the flavors of pomegranate and Persian lime extract, this new Pomegranate Ready-to-Drink Margarita joins the original 18OO Ultimate RTD Margarita as the first flavor extension for the brand.  Suggested retail is $19.99 for a 1.75L bottle.... Read More

BRINLEY GOLD SHIPWRECK SPICED RUM This new release from Brinley has natural orange, vanilla, nutmeg, clove, and island spices that are infused into the premium 4-year-aged rum blend.  The recipe is based on, and dedicated to, an actual British troop ship that sunk off the St. Kitts coast in a... Read More

THOMAS HOOKER BREWING WATERMELON ALEThe summer release of the brewer’s Watermelon Ale is a light offering with a big watermelon nose and smooth finish with only a touch of sweetness.  This year it is “all natural”, and in mid-summer will be brewed using locally grown watermelons from Rosedale farms in... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS 2OO9 WHITE WINESThe new 2OO9 Kenwood Vineyards white wine releases include the Sonoma County Chardonnay, Sonoma County Pinot Gris and Russian River Valley Gewürztraminer.  (Due to production of just 957 cases, the Gewürztraminer is not available in Massachusetts).  Cold-fermented in stainless steel tanks, the Chardonnay has fresh, forward... Read More

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO7 CUVÉE DE LA LUNAThis Bordeaux-inspired blend is comprised of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 7% Malbec, and 5% Cabernet Franc.  The barrels in which the wine aged for 24 months also imparted distinctive nuances – cedar character from French oak, vanilla and coconut character from... Read More

EARLY TIMES KENTUCKY WHISKY COMMEMORATIVE 15OTH ANNIVERSARY BOTTLETo celebrate the 15Oth anniversary of the brand, Early Times Kentucky Whisky is releasing a one-time, limited expression.  This new bottling has a light honey color with aromas of mellow oak, brown sugar and vanilla.  The flavors are of sweet corn, vanilla and... Read More

FULLER’S LONDON PRIDEThis pale ale is now available in 11.2-ounce cans.  While most beers are canned with CO2 gas, Fuller’s new London Pride will use a Nitrogen droplet filling, which will better protect the finish.  Available from from Craft Brewers Guild.

OCTAVIN HOME WINE BARUnderdog Wine Merchants is releasing a collection of artisan wines in a new 3L wine cask format.  Each Wine Bar holds 2O five-ounce glasses and keeps the wine fresh for up to six weeks after opening.  The wines in the collection are: Monthaven Central Coast Chardonnay, Cabernet... Read More

CONCANNON CONSERVANCY WINESThis new tier of wines from Concannon Vineyard includes Livermore Valley Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Merlot.  The wines are all made with grapes sourced only from Livermore vineyards that are protected forever from urban encroachment.  All have a suggested retail of $15.  Available from Horizon Beverage... Read More