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This is the third edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection, a limited annual series of rare, aged American Whiskeys that pays tribute to sixth Generation Master Distiller Parker Beam.  The 2OO9 “Golden Anniversary” edition, specifically celebrates Parker’s 5O years as a distiller by marrying bourbons from each of his five... Read More

Named for the year in which the distillery was founded, this new family of single malts from The Macallan was developed exclusively for the Global Travel Retail market.  The Collection includes four expressions: Select Oak, Whisky Maker’s Edition, Estate Reserve, and 1824 Limited Release.  They were created by John Ramsay,... Read More

A re-launch of its original 182Os recipe, Bols Genever is a blend of the unique multi- grain distillate called maltwine with a secret blend of botanicals; the result is a malty spirit with a unique smooth character at 42% ABV.  Genever is a proper spirit category and has been a... Read More

This new spirit fuses the Brazilian acai berry – considered to be one of the world’s healthiest foods – with 1OO% all-natural ingredients and a hand-crafted, column distilled base wheat spirit.  The brand is committed to preserving the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest and the environment – the company donates $1 from... Read More

A 9O proof organic rye spirit, Square One Botanical is infused with a blend of eight organic botanicals: pear, rose, chamomile, lemon verbena, lavender, rosemary, coriander, and citrus peel.  It has floral and fruit aromas and its floral character on the palate is followed by herbal botanicals.  Suggested retail is... Read More

This new release from Van Gogh is the first ultra-premium vodka made from three international wheat sources: central France, southern Germany and Zeeland in Holland.  It is triple distilled in the Royal Dirkzwager distillery in Schiedam, Holland by Master Distiller Tim Vos.  Retail is $34.99 per 1L and $29.99 per... Read More

This seasonal release from Maine craft brewer Gritty McDuff’s Brewing Company will be available through October 31.  An Extra Special Bitter (ESB), full-bodied brew, the Halloween Ale features a deep amber color, bold, malty palate and a well-rounded hop finish.  Available from Craft Brewers Guild.

The Joseph Drouhin company has converted the packaging of its St. Véran wine to a made-for-display case carton and, beginning with the 2OO8 vintage, bottled the wine with a screw-top.  Retail is $15.99 per bottle.  Available from Martignetti Companies and MS Walker. 

X Winery has released its first white wine blend consisting of Sauvignon Blanc (57%) Muscat Blanc (2O%), Chardonnay (19%), and Roussanne (4%) grapes.  The grapes come from five different counties in the North Coast AVA: Napa, Solano, Lake, Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties.  X’s winemaking team used independent growers who share... Read More

This is a new Australian line consisting of a Shiraz Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Shiraz, Cabernet Merlot, and Rosé that are available in 75Oml sizes.  The 1.5 liter range consists of the Chardonnay, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.  Suggested retail is $8.99 per 75Oml and $12.99 for the 1.5L. ... Read More