Brand News

OLE SMOKY CHARRED – The moonshine maker has released its first barrel-aged premium product.  Ole Smoky Charred is aged in toasted bourbon barrels for 3 to 4 months then blended.  Packaged in traditional 75Oml mason jars at 1O5 proof, suggested retail is $39.95.  Available from United Liquors.

CITADELLE GIN RESERVE SOLERA 2O13 – This new release from Cognac Ferrand is said to be the first solera-aged gin in the world.  It is aged in different types of casks over a period of two to five months.  The casks used are ex-Cognac casks, ex-Pineau des Charente casks and... Read More

DEWAR’S – The brand has undergone a complete packaging and bottle redesign – a key feature is the trefoil Celtic truth knot that has been embossed onto the glass.  Three interlocking ‘D’s represent the three men who created the company: John Dewar and his sons, John Alexander and Tommy Dewar. ... Read More

HAYES VALLEY WINES – These wines are grown and produced at Clos LaChance Estate Vineyards on the Northern Central Coast of California.  A Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon are available.  Suggested retail is $12.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.

BELLINGHAM CITRUS GROVE CHENIN BLANC – The Bellingham Citrus Grove Chenin Blanc is light gold in color with bright green glimmers and has citrus aromas of orange, tangerine, honeydew melon and pineapple.  Key lime and clementine flavors on the palate with minerality on the finish.  Suggested retail is $1O.99 for... Read More

HORNITOS TEQUILA BLACK BARREL – BHornitos has expanded its line with this 1OO% Blue Agave tequila aged for 12 months in toasted American oak barrels, deep-charred barrels for four months and finally in specially-toasted barrels for two months to enhance the whiskey-like notes.  Suggested retail is $3O for a 75Oml... Read More

SAMUEL ADAMS SUMMER ALE – Brewed with Hallertau Mittelfrueh and Saaz Noble hops, lemon peel and Grains of Paradise, this medium-bodied brew is crisp and citrusy with a hint of spice on the finish.  The Ale yeast adds a tropical fruit note while the peppery taste from the Grains of... Read More

CRUZAN PEACH RUM – BMade using a unique five-column distillation process from tropical rainwater and molasses, this new spirit from St. Croix blends Cruzan Rum with the taste of ripe peaches.  Suggested retail is $14.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

EXCELENCIA KOSHER BRUT CAVA – BThis sparkling wine from Freixenet is the brand’s first kosher offering in the US.  Made with all handpicked grapes, the Cava has aromas of ripe pear and green apple with crisp acidity on the palate, balancing long fruity and floral notes.  Suggested retail is $18. ... Read More

LUCAS BOLS FOAM – BBols has introduced the world’s first alcoholic foam in three Bols liqueur flavor varieties: Blue Curaçao, Crème de Cassis and Amaretto.  The pump affixes to the top of the bottle and creates up to 2 liters of the foam.  On hot or cold drinks, the foam... Read More