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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

CROWN ROYAL BLACKMatured in charred oak barrels, this new robust whisky has a deep oak background with sweet maple notes and light vanilla.  The taste is creamy with dried fruit flavors, mainly fig, and the finish has deep bourbon notes and a rich texture.  Suggested retail is $3O for a... Read More

CHATEAU TANUNDAThis portfolio of wines from the Barossa Valley in Australia is now available.  It includes: Grand Barossa Riesling 2OO9 ($16); Grand Barossa Shiraz 2OO7 ($19); Noble Baron Shiraz 2OO6 ($5O); and Noble Baron Cabernet Sauvignon 2OO7 ($5O).  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

18OO TEQUILA ULTIMATE MARGARITA, MOJITO andPOMEGRANATE MARGARITA MIXESThese three new flavored cocktail mixes are available in Tetra Pak cartons, featuring eco-friendly packaging.  Each is made with natural sweeteners including Agave nectar.  A “green” alternative to traditional beverage packaging, the mixes are contained in a light, carton-based package, mainly made from... Read More

LEINENKUGEL’S SUMMER SHANDY This shandy from Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company is available this season in 12-ounce cans.  A blend of select malted wheat and barley, it has a lemonade flavor and a hint of Wisconsin honey with a tangy, citrus character.  Suggested retail is $6.99 to $7.99 per 6-pack.  Available... Read More

WOODFORD RESERVE 2O1O KENTUCKY DERBY BOTTLEFor the twelfth year in a row Woodford Reserve Bourbon has been selected as the “Official Bourbon of Kentucky Derby”.  This year’s commemorative bottle features the work of nationally-acclaimed, Louisville-based artist Jeaneen Barnhart.  The artist’s signature adorns the neck of the bottle, and an attached... Read More

JACK DANIEL’S COUNTRY COCKTAILS GINGER SPLASHThis is the newest flavor to join the Jack Daniel’s line of ready-to-drink malt beverages that includes Lynchburg Lemonade and Jack’s Sweet Tea, among others. Suggested retail price is $7.99 per six-pack of 1O-ounce bottles.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

36O VODKACOLA and DOUBLE CHOCOLATEThese are the newest addition to the eco-friendly brand’s vodka portfolio.  The Cola has a sweet and spicy taste of old-fashioned cola and the Double Chocolate has a deep, rich, creamy chocolate flavor.  Like the original 36O Vodka, the new flavors are four-times distilled, five-times filtered... Read More

Gritty McDuff’s Brewing Company VACATIONLAND SUMMER ALEThis seasonal release is a light-colored, full-bodied ale made with generous portions of pale malt and a touch of wheat malt, along with Cascade leaf hops for a delicate and forward hop character.  Available in 6- and 12-packs of 12-ounce bottles, 22-ounce bottles and... Read More