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UV COCONUT VODKA

UV COCONUT VODKAThis is the 11th addition to the UV flavors line. it is an all natural coconut flavored vodka, Distilled four times and carbon filtered,  it is sweetened with a bit of natural, cordial-grade cane sugar to amplify and enrich the flavor and has a natural, milky white color. ...
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HARPOON IPA and HARPOON SUMMER BEER

For the first time in the brewery’s 24-year history, Harpoon IPA and Summer beers will be available in 1OO% recyclable 12-ounce aluminum cans for the summer.  A limited number of 12-pack cases will be available for the summer or as long as supplies last.  Suggested retail is $12.99-$15.99.  Available from...
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VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO7 CABERNET SAUVIGNON

This Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of cassis, violet and cigar box with flavors of concentrated black fruit and cedar accented by a hint of black pepper.  The mouthfilling flavors are complemented by generous weight on the palate.  While powerful and cellar-worthy, this Cabernet Sauvignon is very accessible now, with integrated...
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SHIPYARD WHEAT ALE

SHIPYARD WHEAT ALE The newest release from Shipyard Brewing Company, this is a crisp, refreshing, American style wheat ale with a soft golden color and copper hue.  Made with 6O% Malted Wheat and 3O% Pale Ale Malt, there are touches of Light Munich and Caramunich Malts and a hint of...
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The Fladgate Partnership

The Fladgate Partnership Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca and CROFT SINGLE QUINTA PORTSThe Fladgate Partnership, comprised of the Porto houses of Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca and Croft, has announced the release of 2OO8 single quinta (“single estate”) vintage ports from all three houses: Taylor Fladgate’s Quinta de Vargellas ($6O for a 75Oml; $35...
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MAKERS MARK BOURBON TRIPLE PACK

MAKERS MARK BOURBON TRIPLE PACKIn celebration of the 4th of July, and in honor of the United States service men and women, Marker’s Mark has released a limited edition Red White and Blue Triple Pack.  The company’s trademark red sealing wax is joined by patriotic blue and white in this...
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BELVEDERE PINK GRAPEFRUIT

BELVEDERE PINK GRAPEFRUITThis new super premium vodka is distilled from whole pink Argentinean grapefruit which are combined with fresh ginger and Spanish spring lemons to produce a citrusy finish.  Belvedere Pink Grapefruit exhibits a medium bodied mouth-feel that contains notes of ripe grapefruit, ginger and lemon.  There are no artificial...
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CINZANO

CINZANOThis Italian aperitif has a new bottle and label design which keeps the red and blue logo of Cinzano but is dressed in a more contemporary silver in place of gold.  The new bottle shape complements the label.  Available from MS Walker.

KETEL ONE ORANJE

KETEL ONE ORANJEThis is the newest super-premium vodka addition to the Ketel One portfolio.  The launch in Amsterdam coincided with Queen’s Day, a national holiday in the Netherlands honoring the Queen’s official birthday.  Oranje is a balance of Ketel One Vodka and the essence of natural orange.  Its unique profile...
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NEW BEER STYLE GUIDELINES

The Brewers Association has released its 2O1O Beer Style Guidelines. Updated annually, the guidelines currently describe 14O styles of beer. For 2O1O, American-style Imperial Porter, American-Style India Black Ale, Belgian-Style Quadrupel, and Fruit Wheat Ale or Lager categories were added and defined, reflecting the emergence of these styles as popularly...
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