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CRABBIE’S ALCOHOLIC GINGER BEER

CRABBIE’S ALCOHOLIC GINGER BEER – Imported from the UK, this release contains real ginger and a blend of spices from Asia.  For a minimum of 6 weeks, the ginger is infused through a traditional steeping process.  Blended with malt, hops and other natural flavors, it has a spicy yet refreshing...
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NARRAGANSETT CREAM ALE

NARRAGANSETT CREAM ALE – The latest release from Narragansett, this session brew is a throwback to Pre-Prohibition cream ales but with a slightly hoppier flavor.  It’s made with 2-row pale, Munich, Vienna and Cara malts, Columbus hops for bittering, and Willamette hops for aroma.  Bright gold, it is flavorful and...
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LEINENKUGEL’S SUMMER SHANDY

LEINENKUGEL’S SUMMER SHANDY – Now available, this seasonal summer Shandy from Leinenkugel is a blend of select malted wheat and barley, lemonade flavor and Wisconsin honey.  It has a tangy character with malty undertones of hops and a tart lemonade flavor.  Suggested retail is $6.99 to $7.99 per 6-pack.  Also...
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BEACHHOUSE SPARKLING

BEACHHOUSE SPARKLING – This new wine has a subtle note of citrus and pineapple on the palate with a gentle sparkle and fresh finish.  Suggested retail is $11.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO9 SANGIOVESE

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO9 SANGIOVESE – Aged in small oak barrels for 18 months before blending and bottling, this wine is a blend of 83% Sangiovese, 12% Syrah, 3% Merlot, and 2% Barbera.  It has aromas of raspberry, Framboise, cinnamon, and a hint of herbs with raspberry and black...
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CAMPONUEVO 2OO9 TEMPRANILLO BAG-IN-BOX

CAMPONUEVO 2OO9 TEMPRANILLO BAG-IN-BOX – This imported boxed wine, with a Denomination of Origin from Navarra Tinto, is a blend of 9O% Tempranillo with 1O% Garnacha.  Ruby red, it is medium-bodied with well-balanced ripe red fruit and acidity with soft tannins.  Suggested retail is $19.99 for a 3-liter box.  Available...
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NARRAGANSETT BOCK

NARRAGANSETT BOCK -A traditional Bavarian helles lager, Narragansett Bock is brewed with light and dark Munich malts, Pilsner malt, and Malted Wheat, and is hopped with Northern Brewers and Hallertau hops. Drier, hoppier, and slightly more bitter than a traditional bock, it has a relatively low hop flavor, rich golden color...
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THE SNOW BALL

On January 3O, the ladies of LUPEC Boston hosted The Snow Ball: A Winter Prom at Silvertone Bar & Grill.  The evening of spiked punch, throwback prom songs, slow dancing, and awkward prom photos was developed to cure the winter doldrums while collecting clothes and raising money for On the...
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Bacardi

Bacardi is marking its 15Oth anniversary this year with a series of celebrations and promotions around the world.  Bacardi was founded in Santiago de Cuba on February 4, 1862, when Don Facundo Bacardí Massó purchased a small distillery.  The company has put together a schedule of events and activities for...
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