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LITTLE BLACK DRESS MOSCATO AND RIESLING

These are the newest additions to the Little Black Dress portfolio.  The Moscato is fruity and sweet with floral notes of rose petal, lychee fruit, white peaches, and melon.  With subtle pear and apricot flavors, the crisp Riesling is medium-sweet. Suggested retail is $1O.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Horizon...
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DEKUYPER MANDARINE NAPOLÉON

This liqueur that combines mandarins and 1O-year-old aged cognac is re-launching in the US.  It’s made by DeKuyper Royal Distillers using two separate macerations, one with freshly chopped mandarins and the other with dried mandarin orange skins.  Prior to distillation, each of the orange batches is combined with over 2O...
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COURVOISIER ROSÉ

Packaged in the iconic Josephine bottle, this new release is a blend of Courvoisier cognac and premium French red wine grapes.  The profile features notes of blackberry, black currant and a touch of cherry, complemented by vanilla, honey and vine-peach flavors.  The 36 proof liquid is best served chilled or...
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JIM BEAM DEVIL’S CUT

This new release from Jim Beam is created using a proprietary process that extracts the liquid trapped inside the wood of the bourbon barrels.  The result is a robust premium bourbon with a deep color, aroma and character that showcases notes of wood, oak and vanilla derived from the barrel...
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BODEGA ELENA WINES

The Bodega Elena portfolio includes a Malbec, Chardonnay and a red blend.  The Malbec is fruit-forward with dark intense flavors.  The Chardonnay has hints of apple and maple.  A combination of Malbec, Syrah and Bonarda, the plush and dark red blend has dried cherry characteristics.  Suggested retail for each is...
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CJ CRUNK JUCE

Gila Brew Co. has relaunched this line with new packaging and flavors including grape, fruit punch and watermelon.  Packaged in 23.5-ounce cans, it is available in both 6% and 12% ABV to meet state requirements.  Suggested retail is $2.49 to $2.99 per can.  Available from Atlas Distributing.

ABSOLUT ORIENT APPLE

This is the 13th flavor addition to the brand’s portfolio.  Made with no sugar or artificial flavors, it combines the fresh taste of apples with tangy ginger.  Suggested retail is $2O for a 75Oml.  Also available in 5Oml and 1L bottles from Horizon Beverage Company.

NARRAGANSETT SUMMER ALE

This light session ale features two row pale malt and citra hops, a newer variety of hops with aromas of citrus and passion fruit that complement the pale malt perfectly.  Golden blonde in color, its pour produces a generous white head and balanced carbonation.  The malt flavor is smooth and...
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