Brand News

KAH TEQUILAThis new line of artisanal tequilas from Elements Spirits includes Blanco, Reposado and Anejo.  The Blanco is characterized by its aromatic, immediate full agave rush, followed by a spicy white pepper punch and an unusual pumpkin-floral finish.  The Reposado has a balance of sweet notes, oak and agave.  The... Read More

This new ultra-premium handcrafted gin is quadruple distilled, triple filtered and infused with the taste and aromas of its twelve botanicals.  Made in traditional copper pot stills, the gin exudes a smooth and harmonious texture with a distinctive flavor.  Notes of fruit and citrus lend a crisp character and balanced... Read More

VALLEY of the MOON2OO9 ROSATO di SANGIOVESEFresh, crisp and brimming with fruit, this rosé has a medium to full-bodied red fruit character together with generous natural acidity.  To gain the wine’s brilliant color, the crushed grapes and juice receive an overnight soak before pressing.  The bright pink juice is then... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS2OO8 PINOT NOIR Sourced from single vineyards grapes in the Russian River Valley, this Pinot Noir has aromas of blueberry, red currant, lavender, and vanilla.  Medium-bodied red currant and cherry flavors are accented by a rich note of cedar.  A significant percentage of whole berries was included at fermentation. ... Read More

BEVERAGE ARTISTRY PURÉES The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley, a producer of fruit and vegetable purées, has introduced this new premium line of eight unique blends and nine fruit bases intended for beverage use.  The new blends include: Yuzu Luxe Sour, Classic Sweet & Sour, El Corazon, Mojito, Passion Colada,... Read More

FRÏS VODKACHERRY, BLUEBERRY and GRAPEFlavored with all-natural ingredients, these new vodkas are made using the brand’s patented freeze distillation, continuous six-column process.  Packaging is simple and direct, complementing the base brand design.  The launch will be supported by national print and online advertising, focused trade public relations efforts including participation... Read More

SKYY Infusions GingerThis is the first nationally available ginger infused vodka.  Made using a signature process where premium vodka is infused with real, all natural ginger, it has flavors of spiced and juiced ginger, roasted oranges and mild notes of cinnamon.  The launch will be supported by advertising, social media... Read More

CÎROC RED BERRY and CÎROC COCONUTThese are the brand’s first line extensions.  Like the original, they are made using French grapes that are cold fermented and distilled five times – the final distillation uses a traditional copper pot-still.  The vodka is then blended with all-natural ingredients – the Red Berry... Read More

Herbsaint OriginalThis new release from the Sazerac Company is made according to the same recipe first used by J. Marion Legendre for Herbsaint in 1934.  Shortly after Prohibition ended in late 1933, Legendre, a New Orleans apothecary-turned-entrepreneur, introduced a product called Legendre Absinthe.  However, just months after launching his product,... Read More

Duca del Frassino This new line of boxed Italian wines from Cantina di Soave includes a Garganega/Pinot Grigio and a Cabernet Sauvignon/Corvina that are produced in the Veneto region.  Each 3-liter box is convenient and eco-friendly – containing the equivalent of four 75Oml bottles.  The Garganega/Pinot Grigio offers hints of white flowers... Read More