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Our Liquor Industry News/Links 07-04-15
July 4, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
07-04-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*
HAPPY 4TH!!
We Are Open Today 8am-8pm
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Congrats To Scott
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Winemakers Use Of Pomace
July 4th Beer Pairings
Visual Of Liquor Flavors
AND MORE!
WINE SULFITES ARE FINE, BUT HERE’S HOW TO REMOVE THEM ANYWAY
Is there a way they can be removed from wine after it’s already in the bottle?
http://www.wired.com/2015/06/wine-sulfites-fine-heres-remove-anyway/
Sam Adams is about to be kicked out of the ‘craft beer’ category
Sen. Ron Wyden, a Democrat from Oregon, introduced the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (S. 1562) that would not only cut excise taxes imposed on brewers, but would finally settle who’s a craft brewer and who isn’t.
THE 100-YEAR-OLD LOOPHOLE THAT MAKES CALIFORNIA CHAMPAGNE LEGAL
The loophole that makes these labels legal is the result of a fight that began in the trenches of the first World War, with roots going back to the nineteenth century.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/loophole-california-champagne-legal/
Sulphur-free wine tastes great but isn’t made to last
Sulphur has been used as a preservative and disinfectant in winemaking for thousands of years.
Why your Fourth of July plans should include sherry
What many European explorers also brought was sherry, a fortified Spanish wine
4 Reasons to Choose Organic Wine
There may be a few surprises hiding under the cork, however. Incidental ingredients like pesticides, allergens and animal proteins may be contaminating your wine.
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/1407658-4-reasons-to-choose-organic-wine/
Top Chinese Wines Have Gone From Bad to Good. Will They Become Great?
People outside China don’t know much about these wines because so few have been exported.
Sulfite Remover to Lower the Chemical Levels in Wine
A disposable filter could be the perfect answer for those who don’t like preservatives in their glass.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2015/06/sulfite-remover-to-take-the-headache-out-of-wine
AppSnap: Make It Magnifique pairs cheese and wine
A new app called Make It Magnifique takes the guesswork out of choosing
http://www.grandforksherald.com/accent/food/3775261-appsnap-make-it-magnifique-pairs-cheese-and-wine
The Wine, Beer & Burger Pairing App
Whether your grilling on your backyard BBQ or ordering in from your favorite burger joint, different burgers call for different wines and beers.
What beer styles are selling best
VODKA BRAND CLAIMS TO INCREASE SEXUAL DESIRE
The small batch Florida-based vodka brand has claimed that by the “power of suggestion” inferred from its name, having a bottle of Lust Vodka on your table “naturally increases one’s sexual desire” adding “emotional elements of anticipation and seduction”.
In addition, Lust claim that studies show high alcohol consumption increases levels of testosterone and estradiol in women, causing them to have more interest in sex.
Quini Swirl
Our friends at Quini latest newsletter
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Patrón launches Citrónge Mango liqueur in US
Patrón Citrónge Mango, available from this month in the US, is crafted from the highest-quality Ataulfo mangos from the Mexican states of Nayarit and Chiapas.
New Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company has partnered with Germany’s Brauhaus Riegele on the first offering in what will be a recurring Oktoberfest series. Beginning this year, Sierra Nevada will partner with a different German brewery on an Oktoberfest brew each fall. The inaugural collaborative Oktoberfest beer with Riegele will be available in the U.S. from August-October. It’s a 6%-abv brew that will roll out in six- and 12-packs of 12-ounce bottles and on draft.
New Hard Root beer
Coney Island Hard Root Beer is a new twist on an old favorite. With hints of vanilla, licorice, birch, and a touch of sassafras, this root beer will bring you back to the boardwalk.
The Cheapest Cities Worldwide To Drink A Beer [Infographic]
Where in the world will you get the best bang for your buck when it comes to a bottle of beer?
9 Things To Drink This Summer If You Hate Beer
These easy, breezy drinks will satisfy your thirst while adding some flavor to your relaxing day by the pool.
https://www.yahoo.com/food/9-things-to-drink-this-summer-if-you-hate-beer-122433772862.html
11 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER SAY IN A WINE SHOP
Contrary to popular belief, it’s possible to love wine without learning a completely different language. But that doesn’t mean you should walk into your local wine shop sounding like a total chump.
http://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/how-to-talk-about-wine-wine-phrases
The real reasons Trader Joe’s wine is so cheap
So how does the company keep its prices so low, while still delivering a taste that people love? And is there really animal matter in the wine?
http://www.businessinsider.com/why-trader-joes-wine-is-so-cheap-2015-7#ixzz3eiwSS2hi
Constellation Brands Will Acquire Meiomi Wine Brand
“Today, we are also announcing that we have agreed to purchase the Meiomi wine brand, which is a high-growth, high-margin, scale brand that can be effectively integrated into our powerful portfolio of wine brands,” said Sands. Launched in 2006, Meiomi has grown from a 60,000 case brand in 2010 to almost 600,000 cases in 2014 and is experiencing IRI dollar sales growth of more than 50 percent over the last 52 weeks. Meiomi’s pinot noir is also among the fastest-growing, major pinot noir brands in the latest 12-week period. “This strong record of growth demonstrates how well the brand resonates with consumers. We are excited about Meiomi’s prospects going forward under our efficient operating structure and strong route-to-market,” added Sands. The purchase price for the brand is approximately $315 million, subject to post-closing adjustments. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close around the beginning of August and to be $0.03 – $0.04 accretive to EPS for fiscal 2016.
Kendall Jackson Goes for Sustainability Gold
Eighty-five percent of vineyards in Sonoma County, California, where JFW is located, are family owned
http://www.triplepundit.com/2015/07/kendall-jackson-goes-sustainability-gold/
‘Beertography’ captures the artistic side of beer
And that art form has a name – beertography.
http://www.cleveland.com/drinks/index.ssf/2015/07/beertography_captures_the_arti.html
THE FLAVORS IN YOUR LIQUOR, VISUALIZED
While tastes and smells vary between each individual spirit (even within a brand!), in general, this is what you’ll sniff out and taste while drinking popular spirits.
Google Street View Goes Inside California Wine Country
The map tool’s panoramic views expand to include vineyards, tasting rooms and barrel cellars
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/51775
YOUR GUIDE TO THE WINES OF UMBRIA, TUSCANY’S SECRET SOUTHERN COUSIN
UNDERSTANDING CHABLIS
In the most northern part of Burgundy lies a small town (population 2366) where some of the most distinctive white wines in the world are made.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/understanding-chablis
This New Beer Pong Invention Is A Game Changer
Enter in a revolutionary new product five Brookfield brothers have invented to make your beer pong game safer and cleaner. It’s called the ”Slip Cup” and provides a way to play cleaner by shielding the player’s drink with an insert so the ball never comes into contact with your drink.
That Stubborn Cork! 4 Ways to Tell You’re Drinking “Cooked” Wine
No, we aren’t talking about mulled wine here; “cooked” wine or heat damaged wine has been exposed to heat levels (even at temperatures of 75 degrees fahrenheit) that cause the wine to spoil
The New England Beer That Could Dethrone PBR
Maxim talked to the Narragansett CEO about how a return to tradition helped save their iconic tall boy
http://www.maxim.com/entertainment/food-drink/article/new-england-beer-could-dethrone-pbr
Is Wine Good For You? Sorting Facts from Fiction
Is wine healthy or not?
Expert Craft Beer Pairings For Your Very Best 4th Of July
Whether it’s burgers and hot dogs over a charcoal flame, ribs in the smoker or s’mores over a campfire, a great American craft beer is going to take your experience to the next level.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/brendon-obrien/4th-of-july-beer_b_7709192.html
Sonoma County winemakers find uses for pomace
Everyone knows that juice from Sonoma County wine grapes ends up in the bottle, but what happens to the seeds, skins, stems and solid matter that are left behind after the grapes are crushed?
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/4009143-181/turning-wine-waste-into-gold?page=0
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Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
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Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
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Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
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Our Liquor Industry News/Links 06-27-15
June 27, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
06-27-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*
WERE ARE #1!!!
Our Family Thanks You!
The 2015 Readers Choice Awards Are Out.
Franklin Liquors Was Voted GOLD For #1 In 16 Town Region!!
Which Includes #1 In Franklin.
This Is An Honor For The Second Straight Year.
This Week The Hosted The Franklin Wine Club
Languedoc France L’Adventure
We’re playing the Game, are you?
It’s not too late to play & win!
Stop by any of the 15 participating stores today and earn entries toward the grand prize by solving the clues!
Simply go to: http://www.ladybug.citytrek.com
contest ends June 30th.
June 12th- June 30th
Many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt.
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
We will have a special in store raffle prize!
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Mike & Mark
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
Vodka In A Box
Wine Taxes
Beer Refund
New Products
AND MORE!
Infographic: Guide to Pairing Wine & Food
http://socialvignerons.com/2015/06/22/infographic-guide-to-pairing-wine-food/#prettyPhoto
HOW TO DESIGN THE PERFECT SUMMER WINE AND CHEESE SPREAD
One of the wonderful things about summer is all of the fresh produce that’s finally available, and adding all of these bright, fresh flavors to your cheese spread truly kicks everything up a notch.
PAPPY VAN WINKLE MAPLE SYRUP TO LAUNCH
Made by ageing Bissell’s Sugarmaker’s Reserve premium syrup in rare 23-year-old Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon barrels for 100 days,
Late Penn State coach Joe Paterno is getting his own beer
We know what the most popular beer at Penn State tailgates will be this fall.
Small Town Brewery strikes a deal with Pabst Brewing Company for Not Your Father’s Root Beer
Small Town Brewery (“Small Town”), founded by Tim Kovac, announced that it has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Pabst Brewing Company (“Pabst”) to meet the increasing nationwide demand for its Not Your Father’s Root Beer.
Pabst began selling Not Your Father’s Root Beer in March 2015 and is currently distributing it to 30 states. Not Your Father’s Root Beer is the fastest-selling new product in the craft beer category in the 2015 year to date period through May 23.1 Not Your Father’s is now available in Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Tim Kovac, Founder and Brewmaster of Small Town Brewery said: “The last year has been an amazing ride. We’ve had Not Your Father’s Root Beer go from being available in a few dozen Chicago bars and restaurants to becoming one of the most sought-after craft beers in the country.
80% people want brands to tell stories
Most people want to see and hear stories about regular people
http://www.thedrum.com/news/2015/06/22/infographic-80-people-want-brands-tell-stories
Highly Anticipated Wine Folly Book On Presale Now
Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Wine, published by Avery Books, will be out this fall and is available now on presale at booksellers nationwide.
http://winefolly.com/update/highly-anticipated-wine-folly-book-presale-now/
10 Scientific Reasons Why Drinking Beer Is Good For You
Recent studies actually show 10 ways that beer is beneficial for us, according to METRO.
A Frequent Flighter’s Tips for Drinking Wine Responsibly
The heat and sun can take its toll if you slip up and sip too much.
The real reason your wine costs so much at restaurants
Two new apps try to cut the vineyard jungle down to size, but only compound confusion.
http://nypost.com/2015/06/23/the-real-reason-your-wine-costs-so-much-at-restaurants/
26 WINE LABELS THAT HAVE NO TIME FOR YOUR CRAP
What if the bottle you see on the shelf already knew what was going to happen before you put it in your shopping cart?
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/26-wine-labels-that-have-no-time-for-your-crap/
State Treasurer Deborah Goldberg lists lottery workers among donors
At least 10 liquor distributor executives and bar owners — all overseen by the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission, which is overseen by Goldberg — ponied up more than $3,100 since the end of April.
BAG-IN-A-BOX ULTRA-PREMIUM VODKA DEBUTS IN US
The “handcrafted” spirit is made using Idaho Winter Wheat and pure Rocky Mountain water in a four-column distillation process.
Scheduled to be debuted in select retail outlets in California, Nevada, Florida, Louisiana and Texas this summer, Big Box Vodka is presented in a 1.75 litre box and has an abv of 40%.
BREATHALYSER DATA REVEALS ‘DRUNKEST’ US STATES
The highest Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) levels were recorded in West Virginia, which averaged at 0.103%, Nevada at 0.095%, Pennsylvania at 0.088% and Connecticut at 0.088%.
The lowest average BAC level belonged to Kentucky, at 0.039%, followed by Delaware at 0.042%.
Comparing Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are two of the most popular white wines in the world. Each wine represents a very different style and taste of dry white wine. Let’s take a closer look at their differences to find out which one you prefer.
http://winefolly.com/review/difference-chardonnay-vs-sauvignon-blanc/
How High are Wine Taxes in Your State?
Surprised MA #32!
Kentucky has the highest wine excise tax rate at $3.18 per gallon, followed by Alaska ($2.50), Florida ($2.25), Iowa ($1.75), and New Mexico ($1.70). The five states with the lowest wine excise rates are Louisiana ($0.11), California ($0.20), Texas ($0.20), Wisconsin ($0.25), and Kansas and New York (tied at $0.30). Notably, these rankings do not include states that control all sales.
http://taxfoundation.org/blog/how-high-are-wine-taxes-your-state
THE 4 RED WINES YOU NEED TO TRY IF YOU WANT TO LEARN ABOUT RED WINE
These wines will take you on a journey to help you understand acidity, tannin, body, and alcohol and in the end, help you figure out how to talk about the red wine styles you like and the ones you don’t.
New Magic Hat!
South Burlington, Vermont’s Magic Hat Brewing Company has released Electric Peel, a new year-round grapefruit IPA. The 6.0%-abv ale features citrus flavors from Apollo, Centennial and Chinook hops and a medium malt body from Pale and Carapils malts with boiled grapefruit peel added, the company says. It’s currently available on draft and in six- and 12-packs nationwide. Magic Hat is part of the portfolio of Cerveceria Costa Rica-owned North American Breweries.
The Ultimate Guide to Summer Drinks
Wine purists may turn up their noses at the idea of fruit and wine, but for the adventurous among us, summertime cocktails are the way to go. They can compliment your food, keep the conversation lively, and even keep you hydrated. Well, at least that’s what people tell themselves.
http://socialvignerons.com/2015/06/26/infographic-the-ultimate-guide-to-summer-drinks/
10 scientific reasons you should drink more wine
It’s essentially MAGIC in a bottle
http://www.cosmopolitan.co.uk/entertainment/a36707/10-scientific-reasons-you-should-drink-more-wine/
Deceived Beck’s beer drinkers can guzzle $50 refund
Beck’s is made in America, just like Bud. In fact, they’re crafted in the same breweries.
http://money.cnn.com/2015/06/25/news/companies/becks-beer-lawsuit-refund/
The Ultimate Hidden Beer Cooler
Who wants one?
http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=b6e_1435173218
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Franklin Wine Club Selections
Saké
Beer
Vegan Selections
Liquor
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Musings On The Vine Selections
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
AND MORE!
https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/
Stop In And Try!!
MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk
Interactive Technology While You Shop:
Sale Items
Drink Recipes
Product Information
Events
Food And Wine Pairings
Staff Picks
And More!
Upcoming Events
Franklin Wine Club Meeting
Wine Explorers wanted!
How To attend and join
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Fall SCHEDULE SOON
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Fall Schedule Soon!
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
Download The App
Find Them Online
Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
Franklin Small Business Lady Bug Trek Ends Soon!
June 26, 2015It’s not too late to play & win!
Stop by any of the 15 participating stores today and earn entries toward the grand prize by solving the clues! Simply go to: ladybug.citytrek.com contest ends June 30th.
We Have An In-Store Special Raffle Prize You Can Enter To Win!
After you solve our clue enter to win a Bud Summer Package.
Our Liquor Industry News/Links 06-20-15
June 20, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
06-20-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*
This Week The Hosted The Franklin Wine Club
Beer Education/Tasting
Don’t Forget Dad!!
We Have Gifts Dads Will Love!
We’re playing the Game, are you?
Log onto www.ladybug.citytrek.com
to play the game, earn discounts & points for the grand prize valued at over $1100 in gift cards to the participating stores!
June 12th- June 30th
Many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt.
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
We will have a special in store raffle prize!
French Wine Scholar FWS
The Results Are In!
Mark Is Now A French Wine Scholar FWS
By The French Wine Society
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Root Beer Float
Glass Corks
All About Rosé
AND MORE!
Is Your Two Buck Chuck Habit Hurting Your Health?
When choosing a red wine, vino that’s cheap (cough, boxed wine) is temptingly easy on the wallet, so we had experts weigh on what it means for your health
http://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/your-two-buck-chuck-habit-hurting-your-health
Enjoy Your Root Beer Float the Adult Way
Vanilla bean ice cream and root beer ale combine with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup to create the ultimate adult Summer adult beverage
http://www.popsugar.com/food/Adult-Root-Beer-Float-37690438
What Really is Rose Wine? –The Pink Stuff
Rosé happens when the skins of red grapes touch wine for only a short time.
http://winefolly.com/review/what-is-rose-wine/
Sam Adams Longshot
Boston Beer’s Samuel Adams brand has launched the 2015 edition of its LongShot variety six-pack. Featuring the winning entries from the brewer’s annual LongShot American Homebrew Contest, this year’s pack includes two bottles each of Greg Rasmussen’s Raspy’s Robust Porter, Matthew Knott’s Smokehouse Rauchbier and John Marra’s Dark Night in Brooklyn Dunkelweiss. The 2015 Samuel Adams LongShot six-pack is currently available nationwide through July, priced at around $8.99-$10.99 each. The LongShot American Homebrew Contest was created by Samuel Adams founder Jim Koch to showcase the work of talented homebrewers from around country.
What do you need to know about Argentina to understand its wines
In this article we review seven things you need to know about Argentina, its wines and its food
Decoding a wine label decoding infographic
To further decode the decoding on this infographic here they are item by item:
http://winecompliancealliance.com/decoding-a-wine-label-decoding-infographic
It’s illegal to donate beer to charity in Mass. and that’s weird
It’s illegal to donate beer or spirits — but not wine, strangely — to a charitable organization, either for sale at auction, or for serving at fundraising events
Some Liquor Stores Damaged in Baltimore Riots Denied Recovery Aid
They’ve been told to relocate or sell healthier items
http://time.com/3922153/baltimore-mayor-riot-aid-liquor-stores/
ALL YOUR AIRLINE LIQUOR LAW QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Liquor laws on the ground are complex enough, but in the air, well, they’re no more straightforward.
Has The Time Come For Portuguese Wines?
Although it is a country mostly known for its fortified port wines the majority of the wines made in this southern European country is table wines.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/karlsson/2015/06/16/has-the-time-come-for-portuguese-wines/
Mass. High Court Orders Hearing on Alcotest Breathalyzer’s Reliability
Massachusetts’ highest court has ordered a hearing on the reliability of breathalyzer device Alcotest 7110 MK III-C in a drunk driving case where the defendant — along with 61 other defendants in similar cases — challenged the accuracy of test results from this particular breathalyzer model.
http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2015/06/16/371884.htm
5 wine apps you need to know
Whether you’re interested in finding the perfect pairing for you meal, keeping track of your growing cellar, learning about different grape varieties or comparing tasting notes with other oenophiles, there’s an app for that.
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2015/06/15/5-wine-apps-need-to-know/
Put a glass cork in it? It’s us vs. them in the wine world.
Are glass corks here to stay?
Hangover-beating cheat sheet: 11 meals and 6 tips to cure your next hangover
This infographic will give you a bunch of suggestions from across the world for dealing with it, but also for preventing the next one.
http://bgr.com/2015/06/15/hangover-fix-meals-drinks-tips/
New Alcohol Consumption Report Reveals Americans’ Summer Drinking Habits
BACtrack® Report Shows Average BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) Peaks Week Leading Up to 4th of July
How to have a cool, happening palate
Scared of being labelled as an old-timer has-been with yesterday’s palate? Want to stay relevant in the modern world of wine? Want to be able to hang with the cool kids?
Puglia Wine is Italy’s Secret to Value
Some of the best values in Italian wine come from this sunny, dry region.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/italian-value-wine-secret-puglia-wine/
Georgian wine might blow your mind: Wine Notes
The independent republic of Georgia is in the Caucasus region, bordering Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Russia, and the eastern shore of the Black Sea.
http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf/2015/06/georgian_wine_on_the_mind_wine.html
Wine from unexpected places? Raise a glass to Syria
A lone Syrian winery behind “the world’s most harrowing wine to produce” is seeking to break into new markets at the world’s leading wine show, Vinexpo, this week.
GRAN SELEZIONE IS THE NEW KING OF CHIANTI – HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
As of 2014 we now have Chianti Gran Selezione to add to the mix.
WE HAVE IN STOCK!
California’s Paso Robles wine route: top 10 guide
oRobles is the fastest growing wine region in the US, with over 200 wineries, yet its tasting rooms are far less busy – and its hotels and restaurants more affordable – than more famous Napa and Sonoma
http://www.theguardian.com/travel/2015/jun/17/california-paso-robles-wine-route-top-10-guide
How to decipher a wine label
Wine labels also contain a substantial amount of legal content that is regulated by the federal government, under the auspices of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.
2014 Was Another Great Year For American Craft Beer
Think Pink
An Introduction to Rosé
If you’re looking for a quality dry rosé to sip this summer, a few wine regions specialize in the stuff, and variations in color, flavor, and style are available to suit just about every palate preference.
http://www.fix.com/blog/an-introduction-to-rose-wine/
New Ste Michelle
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is debuting Motto, a collection of fruit-forward California wines in three varietals. Motto’s 2013 Backbone Cabernet Sauvignon, Unabashed Zinfandel and Gung Ho Red Blend were created by the Ste. Michelle winemaking team using the same approach as that employed for its Washington wines but with California grapes. The Motto wines are available nationally this month at a suggested retail price of $15.
EIGHT FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT SCOTCH
The Scotch Whisky Association’s (SWA) new Scotch at a Glance 2014 report reveals a number of factoids that even the most well-read dram lover might find surprising.
Champagne Bureau, USA Launches Interactive Map of Champagne Region
Learn more about the region behind all Champagne wines
http://maps.champagne.us/maps-champagne/embed
Roaring Brook Brewing teams with Massachusetts distributor
The Gold Rush HPA is on it’s way to the Boston Area. Roaring Brook Brewing & Horizon Beverage of Norton Ma entered into a distribution agreement.
http://www.vtbeer.org/2015/06/16/roaring-brook-brewing-teams-massachusetts-distributor/
Terlato Creates New Wine Brand With Golf Legend Jack Nicklaus
Terlato Wines has created a line of two new wines in partnership with Jack Nicklaus that will benefit the golf legend’s charity foundation. 10% of each bottle sold of the new Jack’s House Wine will go towards Jack’s House Foundation, a non-profit organization inspired by Nicklaus’s own philanthropic spirit. Jack’s House Wines include a 2014 Chardonnay and a 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, both from California. Each has a suggested retail price of $15.99. Terlato previously partnered with Nicklaus on the Jack Nicklaus Reserve Wines range
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Wines Of Languedoc France
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222945814/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Fall SCHEDULE SOON
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Fall Schedule Soon!
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
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Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
Our Liquor Industry News/Links 06-13-15
June 13, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
06-13-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*
This Week The Hosted The Franklin Wine Club
An Exploration of Climates in Chile
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Lady Bug Trek Has Started!
A small business scavenger hunt.
June 12th- June 30th
Many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt. The grand prize will total over $1,000 in gift cards from local businesses
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
We will have a special in store raffle prize!
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Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Greek Wines
Beer Gadgets For Dads
AND MORE!
The 7 Habits of Highly Annoying Wine People
From sommeliers who insist on calling their wine list ‘curated’ to hosts who serve red wine that’s too warm, the annoyances that can drive WSJ wine columnist Lettie Teague not to drink
http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-7-habits-of-highly-annoying-wine-people-1433508077
Loophole in French law could spell ‘death’ of alcohol advertising ban
A loophole in a new law could spell the “death” of France’s strict limitations on alcohol advertising and see deaths from drink rocket, the father of the current anti-alcohol law has warned.
Wines from Horse Heaven Hills shine
Since the early 1970s, wine grapes have been grown in Washington’s Horse Heaven Hills. Today, the region south of the Yakima Valley is one of the state’s largest and most important viticultural regions.
Alsace Winemakers Vote to Require ‘Dry’ Designation for Labels
Consumer education is goal, but skeptics worry it will hurt richer, sweeter wines
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/51689
An Overview of French White Wines
In this article we’ll identify the primary white wines of France, how they taste (because they taste different than their American counterparts), and provide you with common ways French white wines are labeled.
http://winefolly.com/review/french-white-wines/
Three reasons behind the boom in Washington wineries
Why the explosion in Washington wineries?
http://www.bellinghamherald.com/2015/06/08/4319753_three-reasons-behind-the-boom.html?rh=1
The Best Wine Pairings for Grilled Steak
It’s no secret that you want to break out your big red wines with steak
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/06/07/best-wine-pairings-grilled-steak
PABST BREWING SUED BY RAPPER SNOOP DOGG
US rapper Snoop Dogg, also known as “The Doggfather”, is suing America’s Pabst Brewing claiming it owes him a share after it was sold for US$700m last year, based on his endorsement of its Blast by Colt 45 brand.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/06/pabst-brewing-sued-by-rapper-snoop-dogg/
10 TERMS TO BOOST YOUR BEER VOCABULARY
Tap into some craft beer knowledge with these 10 beer terms that will provide the basics for fluently speaking the language of microbrewers.
http://visittrivalley.com/10-terms-to-boost-your-beer-vocabulary/
BEYOND THE BOMB: WHY JÄGER DESERVES A PLACE IN YOUR LIQUOR CABINET
Jäger is significantly sweeter than a lot of its counterparts, but as long as you compensate for that in a cocktail, you’ll find it is a lot more mixable than you might think. Just do yourself a favor and lay off the Red Bull.
http://www.foodandwine.com/fwx/drink/beyond-bomb-why-j-ger-deserves-place-your-liquor-cabinet
Greece: Tough Economy, Great Wine
Somewhat ironically, one of the worst times for the Greek economy happens to coincide with one of the best times for Greek wines.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/joeharpaz/2015/06/08/greece-tough-economy-great-wine/
Six must-try apricot beers
Cheat on peach with these six summer stunners, from blondes to wheats to sour ales.
http://draftmag.com/six-best-apricot-beers/
10 Must-Have Beer Gadgets
Get these actually useful gadgets and accessories for the optimal beer drinking experience.
http://www.top10kitchen.com/10-must-have-beer-gadgets/
BREAKING BAD-INSPIRED BLUE ICE VODKA RELEASED
Three special edition bottles featuring popular quotes by the “Heisenberg” alias of the series’ main protagonist, Walter White, will be made available across the US.
How to pair fish and wine swimmingly
From oysters to sea bass, chablis to riesling, which wines go with which seafood.
http://www.seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/how-to-pair-fish-and-wine-swimmingly/
What’s on your plate: Why is saké called a ‘rice wine,’ when it’s brewed like beer?
Saké is a beverage awkwardly shouldered into a category that doesn’t really fit.
http://www.oregonlive.com/business/index.ssf/2015/06/whats.html
Agave Loco files trademark suit against California wine company
Vernon Hills-based Agave Loco, which makes the alcoholic beverage RumChata, alleges Cheers Wine & Spirits of Paso Robles, Calif., began marketing an Italian wine under the brand name Lemonchatta
PARISIAN WINE BAR SERVES BOOZE IN BABY BOTTLES
At least two bars in Paris appear to be serving wine and cocktails in baby bottles in what is being described as a “hipster fad too far” but may have originated as a simple case of tax avoidance.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/06/parisian-wine-bar-serves-booze-in-baby-bottles/
New Corkscrew app
makes wine lists searchable and considers wine preferences
http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-dd-corkscrew-app-wine-lists-searchable-20150611-story.html
Yuengling to release India Pale Lager in November
New beer will be made with mix of hops including some from Washington state
Orange Wine Isn’t Made Out of Oranges
What makes orange wines orange is that they’re white wines that are produced like red wines, with a drawn-out maceration.
http://munchies.vice.com/articles/orange-wine-isnt-made-out-of-oranges
WINE IS SHOCKINGLY LESS FATTENING THAN ALL OF THESE FOODS
Which would you rather have, vino, or one of these dishes?
Wine of the Loire Valley
If you visit France, you spend at least a few days in the Loire Valley, which encapsulates just about everything good France offers.
http://www.heraldonline.com/news/local/community/lake-wylie-pilot/article23777362.html
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Upcoming Events
Franklin Wine Club Meeting
Wine Explorers wanted!
How To attend and join
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
June 16th
Beer Tasting/Education
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222787216/
June 25th
Wines Of Languedoc France
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222945814/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Fall SCHEDULE SOON
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Fall Schedule Soon!
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
Download The App
Find Them Online
Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
Our Liquor Industry News/Links 06-06-15
June 6, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
06-06-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
We Are Live On ScanKart!!
The wait is finally over! We are thrilled to inform you that Franklin Liquors in Franklin, MA has now launched on the ScanKart App and we wanted to let you know first.
Sit back, relax and shop for your favorite wines & spirits from this family-owned store in Franklin, MA right on your Phone and Online.
Find selections from: Quini, Franklin Wine Club,and Vinitas WineWorks
Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:
Franklin Wine Club Selections
Saké
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
Liquor
AND MORE!
https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/
COMING SOON!
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Lady Bug Trek Starts Next Week!
A small business scavenger hunt.
The Ladybug Trek will occur between June 12th- June 30th and will include many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt. The grand prize will total over $1,000 in gift cards from local businesses
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
We will have a special in store raffle prize!
Take Care
Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
#shopfranklin
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Craft Beer Candles
Madeira Food Pairing
AND MORE!
Anheuser-Busch pulls the brakes on beer for storm relief
Known for delivering ice, cold beer, Anheuser-Busch is trucking something different to emergency responders in Texas and Oklahoma. The company stopped its run of beer at its Cartersville, Georgia brewery, and are producing cans of water instead.
http://wric.com/2015/05/29/anheuser-busch-pulls-the-brakes-on-beer-for-storm-relief/
CRAFT BEER CANDLES
Each candle is hand poured in New Jersey with 12oz of Soy Wax in a beer-can style glass that can be used for brews after the 60 hour burn time and some cleaning.
http://coolmaterial.com/home/craft-beer-scented-candles/
Newmark Cornish & Carey Wine Services and Williams & Williams to Auction Chatom Vineyards and Winery
The approximately 775-acre property will be offered in two parcels at auction with equipment and bottled estate wine inventory included for beginning immediate operations.
New Yuengling
- G. Yuengling & Son will introduce a new seasonal beer, Yuengling India Pale Lager, in November. According to the Pottsville, Pennsylvania-based brewery—the largest craft brewer in the country, as per the Brewers Association—the IPL will be available in six-packs and on draft, and will be priced slightly above its flagship lager brand. The IPL will join Yuengling’s other seasonals, Summer Wheat Traditional Weizen, introduced last year, and Oktoberfest, launched in 2011, while the brewery’s Spring Seasonal Bock has been discontinued. Yuengling IPL features four hops varieties and contains 5% alcohol by volume and 60 IBUs. IPLs—an emerging beer style that is a variant of the surging India pale ale (IPA) format—capitalize on renewed interest in lagers and pilsners by craft brewers and craft beer drinkers. Other brewers marketing IPLs include Boston Beer Co. and Massachusetts-based Jack’s Abbey Brewing.
ALL ABOUT BORDEAUX
http://demystifiedvine.com/2015/05/31/all-about-bordeaux/
Charlie Baker not a fan of proposed Boston alcohol tax
He does not support a proposal currently circulating through the Boston City Council that would pay for recovery programs through a new local tax on alcohol.
http://www.masslive.com/news/boston/index.ssf/2015/06/charlie_taxes_recovery.html
10 Types of Moms You Meet in the Liquor Store
Here’s who to be on the lookout for:
http://thestir.cafemom.com/being_a_mom/186246/10_types_of_moms_you?ct=slider_5
Gronk was in National Honors Society, misses teammates, never drinks wine
We Miss Tom Brady Shopping For Wine!
New Oak Aged Absolut
Looking to regain momentum behind Absolut vodka, Pernod Ricard plans to launch an oak-aged vodka under the brand this month, Reuters reports. Absolut Oak seeks to capitalize on the trend toward consumption of oak-aged brown spirits like whisk(e)y. The innovation play comes as Pernod Ricard USA has been trying to emphasize the higher-end Absolut Elyx offshoot in a bid to premiumize. Absolut, still the U.S. market’s top imported vodka brand, just ahead of Svedka, slipped 7% to 4.1 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank, and is down about half a million cases since 2012, amid tough competition from fast-rising Tito’s, among others. Meanwhile, Pernod says it’s increasing focus on Martell Cognac in the U.S., where the upscale brand currently has a relatively small presence.
The science and magic of mulled wine
The origins of mulled wine are not difficult to trace. Herbs and spices have been used for centuries to cover the flavors of spoilt food and drink
http://news-soft.com/2015/06/02/the-science-and-magic-of-mulled-wine/
SAUZA LAUNCHES SPICY CUCUMBER CHILI TEQUILA
The new expression is made using Sauza Silver Tequila combined with a “natural cucumber and chilli twist”.
New Hampshire Governor Blocks Baby Pictures on Beer Bottles
Sorry, baby, your picture isn’t going to be on the front of any beer bottles in New Hampshire
http://www.nola.com/eat-drink/2015/06/no_baby_pictures_on_beer_bottl.html
Madeira: the Offbeat White Wine That’s Amazing with Grilled Steak
One of the greatest pairings for beef is a white you may have never heard of: Madeira.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/06/02/madeira-offbeat-white-wine-thats-amazing-grilled-steak
New Del’s Black Cherry
Providence, Rhode Island’s Narragansett Beer has launched Del’s Black Cherry Shandy, the second offering in the brewery’s shandy lineup. Part of Narragansett’s Hi Neighbor Mash Up series of local collaborations, the latest shandy (4.7%-abv) is a combination of Narragansett’s Lager and black cherry juice created in collaboration with fellow Rhode Island company Del’s Lemonade. It’s available for a limited time only in Rhode Island in six-packs of 16-ounce cans for $8.99-$9.99. Narragansett’s other beers are sold in all the New England states as well as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington, D.C., Maryland, North Carolina, Florida, Oregon and Tennessee.
NO AVAILIBLE IN MA SORRY
DRINK WINE FROM YOUR VERY OWN VINEYARD IN FRANCE
Calling all oenophiles. Now you can drink wine from your very own French vineyard, without having to lift a finger.
Spice up your life with Gewürztraminer
Gewürztraminer is Germanic for “spice” and hails from that region known for bouncing back between French and German rule over the last couple thousand years,
http://www.winepressnw.com/2015/05/22/3570225/spice-up-your-life-with-gewurztraminer.html
Franciacorta IS NOT CHAMPAGNE!
Sadly, the comparison of Franciacorta to Champagne continues to molest consumers’ and trade’s perception of the Italian appellation like lice.
http://dobianchi.com/2015/06/02/franciacorta-champagne-what-is-difference/
12 Things You MUST See and Do in the Napa Valley
When it comes to figuring out what to see and do at any destination, every traveler derives special pleasure from discovering the hidden gems and authentic experiences that uniquely define a place and its people.
Bulleit Takes a Bullet
Bulleit got sued June 1
http://www.bevlaw.com/bevlog/alcohol-beverages-generally/bulleit-takes-a-bullet
7 WAYS TO TAKE YOUR GLASS OF ROSÉ TO ANOTHER LEVEL
While a simple glass of rosé is delightful, there are several ways for you to kick your sipping up a notch.
10 Ways to Tell if Your Sommelier Really Knows Wine
To evaluate the value of the advice they’re proving, keep in mind the 10 points mentioned.
http://www.eater.com/drinks/2015/6/3/8723085/10-ways-to-spot-a-really-good-sommelier
Wine lovers look to bring their own vino into more MA restaurants
Some wine enthusiasts are hoping Beacon Hill will endorse a bill that would allow residents to bring their own bottles into consenting and licensed Massachusetts restaurants
http://brookline.wickedlocal.com/article/20150603/NEWS/150608485
PINNACLE INTRODUCES RUBY RED GRAPEFRUIT FLAVOR
With more than 40 flavors to choose from, the brand has launched its latest variant with summer in mind, and say the flavor profile is “perfect for summer cocktails and cookouts”.
What is Port Wine?
Let’s get up to speed on this fascinating and historic sweet wine.
Grading Wine: What is the 100-Point System?
There are several things to know about how wine is scored before you make a purchasing decision based on a point value.
http://skepchick.org/2015/06/grading-wine-what-is-the-100-point-system/
Corsican Wines Speak a Language of Their Own
What makes Corsican wine so unusual?
ABSOLUT IN LAWSUIT OVER KAHFUA ‘COUNTERFEITER’
The Absolut Company – a subsidiary of French drinks group Pernod – discovered the existence of a product called Kahfua, which features very similar labels to its Kahlua brand, when its producer filed a Certificate of Label Approval
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THE 5 BOURBON STYLES YOU SHOULD DRINK TO UNDERSTAND WHAT ALL THE FUSS IS ABOUT
That being sad, navigating the exciting but often overwhelming world of bourbon can be a little much, and you might find it hard to turn yourself on to this amber spirit.
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Guess what’s happening Soon in Franklin?
A small business scavenger hunt of course! The Ladybug Trek will occur between June 12th- June 30th and will include many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt. The grand prize will total over $1,000 in gift cards from local businesses. More to come on this event in coming weeks!
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
We will have a special in store raffle prize!
Find Us Online
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Like Us On Facebook
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Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:
Franklin Wine Club Selections
Saké
Liquor
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
AND MORE!
https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/
Upcoming Events
Franklin Wine Club Meeting
Wine Explorers wanted!
How To attend and join
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
June 9th
Wines From Chile
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222638026/
June 16th
Beer Tasting
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222787216/
June 25th
Wines Of Languedoc France
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222945814/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
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The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
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Our Liquor Industry News/Links 05-30-15
May 30, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
05-30-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Coming Next Week
We are partnering with ScanKart to bring Franklin Liquors to your phone.
SIGNUP to get early access
http://tinyurl.com/frlqonphone
Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:
Franklin Wine Club Wines
New Craft Beers
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Adult Education Wines
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
AND MORE!
http://franklinliquors.scankart.com/
Take Care
Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
#shopfranklin
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Wine Taste Like Koala Pee?
Tax On Liquor In Boston?
Wine Tech Sheets
AND MORE!
What Goes Into Wine-Label Design?
Does blue on a bottle turn off buyers? Will a fussy label hamper the sale of a cheap wine? Some graphic artists have been designing wine labels for decades, and they know what works.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/what-goes-into-wine-label-design-1432308290
Sugar in Wine Chart
Many red and white wines taste dry (as in “not sweet”) but do contain small to moderate amounts of sugar. The question is, how much? And, is there some way to identify wines with or without residual sugar?
http://winefolly.com/review/sugar-in-wine-chart/
Gérard Bertrand Projects 54% Rise For 2015, Raising Languedoc’s Presence In U.S. Market
Riding a steady growth curve, French winemaker Gérard Bertrand has made progress in his quest to raise Languedoc’s profile in the U.S. market.
Do Wine Buyers Really Care About Sustainability?
Cognac. a wine or spirit?
Cognac is often referred to as the “king” of brandies with a glorious history dating back centuries.
Designated drivers will enjoy this beer
A non-alcoholic beer that tastes like…beer
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/a-non-alcoholic-beer-that-tastes-likebeer-2015-05-21
Millennials Would Rather Drink Wine Than Beer
Why young people prefer a Bordeaux over a Bud.
http://www.details.com/blogs/daily-details/2015/05/millennials-prefer-wine-over-beer.html
Liquor bottles now can talk to your cellphone
The message-in-a-bottle routine is going Wi-Fi. And that means pretty soon you’ll have your very own mini Times Square at the bar, right on the bottle.
http://www.mlive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2015/05/liquor_bottles_now_can_talk_to.html
Good Wine Tastes More Like Koala Urine Than You’d Think
Have you ever described a wine you were drinking as fruity, sweet, or having a hint of coconut? Well, congratulations, because you were totally drinking a component of koala urine.
http://io9.com/good-wine-tastes-more-like-koala-urine-than-youd-think-1706588545
Hearing set on 2 percent liquor tax proposal in Boston MA
Liquor store owners in Boston aren’t exactly toasting a proposal to put a 2 percent tax on alcohol sales in the city.
http://wpri.com/2015/05/25/hearing-set-on-2-percent-liquor-tax-proposal/
GREEN-BOTTLED BEER SMELLS LIKE SKUNK, SO WHY DO COMPANIES KEEP PRODUCING IT?
Beers bottled in clear or green glass have developed a reputation as smelling “skunky” or spoiled. That’s because they are.
‘SNEAKY’ HIP FLASK COMPANY SEEKS CROWD-FUNDING
The producer of a range of “sneaky” drinks containers has launched a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds enabling him to launch a hip flask shaped like a can of deodorant.
WINE, SEX CAN LOWER YOUR RISK OF HEART DISEASE
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in this country; more than 600,000 Americans die from the condition each year.
http://abc7chicago.com/health/wine-sex-can-lower-your-risk-of-heart-disease/737606/
NZ SAUVIGNON BLANC SHORTAGE LOOMING?
Fans of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc might do well to stock up, if a warning that the style could be facing a supply shortage prove true.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/05/nz-sauvignon-blanc-shortage-looming/
A new bill in Congress would make your booze cheaper (a little)
A bill was introduced Tuesday that would lower taxes on distilled spirits — things like gin, rum, tequila, vodka and whiskey — which are taxed at a higher rate than wine and beer.
10 Ways to Know/Develop Your Wine Palate
Anyone can enjoy pleasures of the palate.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/eleanor-shannon/10-ways-to-knowdevelop-yo_b_7433994.html
The Power of Understanding Wine Tech Sheets
This is an in-depth article for geeks with an itch for the nitty gritty details of wine. If you’re one who is as described, you’ve certainly come across wine technical data before. So, what can we learn by looking at wine tech sheets?
Low Histamine Wines for Fewer Headaches
It is the first Association in the world dedicated to the research of wines low in histamines and certifying them for wine sensitive and histamine intolerant
http://www.indianwineacademy.com/item_1_650.aspx
American Wine, Matured: 17 New AVAs And The Road Ahead
Several areas of California are arriving at that time: 17 new California AVAs have been designated since last August alone. (There are a total of 230 AVAs nationwide.)
How Much is Too Much?: A Study on Choice Overload in Wine Retail
In retail, people can become overwhelmed by the selection to choose from, or what is otherwise known as “choice overload”. Studies in many different retail settings have shown that choice overload does exist and that it can lead to decreased customer satisfaction and decreased sales for a given store
http://www.academicwino.com/2015/05/choice-overload-wine-retail.html/
HOW TO DECODE AN AMERICAN WINE LABEL [INFOGRAPHIC]
New Woodchuck
Vermont’s Woodchuck Hard Cider has unveiled Lazy Hazy Lemon Crazy, the latest entry in its limited release Out on a Limb series. Created as a twist on a traditional shandy, Lazy Hazy Lemon Crazy is made with a mix of McIntosh, Empire and Cortland apples and infused with lemon juice and lemongrass. The 4.2%-abv, semi-dry cider will be available starting June 15, retailing at $10.99 a six-pack. Lazy Hazy marks the fifth iteration in Woodchuck’s Out on a Limb lineup.
7 Things You Never Knew Were In Your Wine
The lingo commonly found on bottle labels so you know exactly what you’re drinking, and how it affects you, beyond a nice buzz.
http://time.com/3897828/wine-lingo-health-effects/
Get it Free: The F&W Keyboard App Features Emojis for Food Lovers
You can now communicate in Cronuts.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/05/28/food-wine-keyboard-app-emojis-food-lovers
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Guess what’s happening this June in Franklin?
A small business scavenger hunt of course! The Ladybug Trek will occur between June 12th- June 30th and will include many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt. The grand prize will total over $1,000 in gift cards from local businesses. More to come on this event in coming weeks!
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
Find Us Online
VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 15 TOWN REGION
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Follow Us On Twitter
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Our Latest Specials
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Beer
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Upcoming Events
Franklin Wine Club Meeting
Wine Explorers wanted!
How To attend and join
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
June 9th
Wines From Chile
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222638026/
June 16th
Beer Tasting
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222787216/
June 25th
Wines Of Languedoc France
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
We have great news for you!
We are partnering with ScanKart to bring Franklin Liquors to your phone. SIGNUP to get early access
http://tinyurl.com/frlqonphone
Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:
Franklin Wine Club Wines
New Craft Beers
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Adult Education Wines
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
AND MORE!
http://franklinliquors.scankart.com/
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
Download The App
Find Them Online
Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
Liquor Industry News/Links 05-16-15
May 16, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
05-16-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
This Week The Franklin Wine Club Hosted:
Joel Gott Winery, Are You A Wine Explorer Yet??
Thank You To Curl Salon In Medway!
Our Wines Were Served At An Open House Event.
Our Friend Kim Of Vintias Wineworks Presented For Us.
Take Care
Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
#shopfranklin
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Americans Drinking Less But Spending More
Tequila And Wine Weight Loss
AND MORE!
A SNAPSHOT OF VACQUEYRAS
Located in Southeastern France, Vacqueyras is one of the most recent additions to the Southern Rhône wine region, having received its appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) status in February of 1990 (following the Gigondas AOC in 1971, and preceding the Beaumes-de-Venise AOC in 2005)
https://grapecollective.com/articles/a-snapshot-of-vacqueyras
Wine trade rumor: Santa Margherita, Terlato consider divorce
“We continue to work under the terms of our agreement with Santa Margherita,” said Liz Barrett, Terlato Wines vice president of corporate communications. “I know there’s many rumors out there. We don’t comment on those.”
http://blog.wblakegray.com/2015/05/wine-trade-rumor-santa-margherita.html
White Oak Winery fends off trademark infringement
On March 9, a federal court ruled that a New York-based vodka company with sales operations in Los Angeles infringed the trademark of Healdsburg-based White Oak Vineyard & Winery. The court’s injunction prohibits White Oak Spirits from using its White Oak trademark.
http://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/107047/white-oak-winery-fends-off-trademark-infringement/
Americans Are Drinking Less But Spending More on Fancy Booze
American tastes in alcohol are getting more sophisticated—and more expensive
The 21 Stages Of Falling In Love With Wine
Wine: It brings us together, helps us unwind and generally sets either a celebratory or peaceful mood. In fact, it’s pretty tough not to appreciate a glass of wine, and some of us even find ourselves in a lifelong love affair with vino.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/11/falling-in-love-wine_n_7232348.html
Thirsty Guide to Chilean Red Wine
It seems unlikely that the thin, long country of Chile is a larger producer of Cabernet Sauvignon than the US, but it’s true!
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/chilean-red-wine-guide/
WHY WINE SHOULD NEVER BE SERVED ICE-COLD
Chilling it down too far – we’re talking frigid ice-cold level – can actually remove many of the pleasures of drinking that wine instead of the lemonade or water those minors across the park are enjoying.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/why-wine-should-never-be-served-ice-cold/
Unravelling the mystery of Burgundy and what happened to the Mâconnais
Burgundy is arguably the world’s most prestigious wine region.
TEQUILA COULD HELP WITH WEIGHT-LOSS
While not normally considered part of a healthy diet, scientists have discovered that the sugars found in Tequila may beneficial to weight-loss and treating diabetes.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/05/tequila-could-help-with-weight-loss/
How to Host a Beer Tasting Party
When planning a fun beer taste testing party, try to grab beers along all stages of the spectrum, giving your guests the opportunity to try each type and decide what they like.
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/blog/beer-tasting-party/
Crown Royal Debuts First-Ever Rye Whisky
Diageo has added to Crown Royal’s portfolio with the nationwide release of Northern Harvest Rye, its first-ever blended rye whisky. “With rye whiskies serving as integral components of the Crown Royal Deluxe blend for more than 75 years, it was a natural and authentic extension to provide our loyal fans a rye offering,” said Yvonne Briese, vice president of marketing, Diageo North American Whiskey. The 90-proof offering’s suggested retail price is $29.99 a 750-ml. bottle.
Diageo is also expanding availability of its Crown Royal Hand Selected Barrel whisky into new U.S. markets following an initial limited release in Texas. Featuring Crown Royal’s base Coffey Rye whisky, the 103-proof single barrel liquid is produced at the brand’s Coffey Rye still in Gimli, Manitoba. It marks the first national rollout of a barrel program by Crown Royal, allowing retailers to purchase an entire barrel, with every bottle ($54.99 a 750-ml.) produced from a barrel featuring a personalized medallion naming the retail location.
Grapefruit Emerging As Summer Beer Trend
Summer hasn’t even begun, but it’s beginning to look like grapefruit will be the big flavor trend for the beer category this season.
Several craft brewers have been producing beers featuring grapefruit flavors in recent years, but now at least two national players are behind new grapefruit-influenced brews. MillerCoors’ Leinenkugel Grapefruit Shandy, a summer seasonal, launched nationally in March, and the company says the response has been so positive that an enhanced order window for distributors has been added. The Coors Light Citrus Radler, due this summer, is also expected to have a grapefruit component. “The grapefruit beer market grew triple digits last year,” Ashley Selman, senior director of marketing at MillerCoors’ Tenth & Blake unit, reports. Earlier this year, Boston Beer Co.’s Alchemy & Science subsidiary launched Traveler’s Grapefruit Ale nationally.
Harpoon Brewing’s summer seasonal UFO Big Squeeze, meanwhile, is available in 24 states and Washington, D.C. “Beer drinkers have embraced UFO Big Squeeze more than we had anticipated,” says brand manager Chris Bonacci. Other brews containing grapefruit include Ballast Point’s Grapefruit Sculpin IPA, Abita Grapefruit Harvest IPA, Shiner’s Ruby Redbird and Schofferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen from Germany.
3 Wines to Pair with Eggs Benedict
The brunch staple goes best with the world’s most versatile pairing wines: sparklers, Rieslings and rosés.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/05/10/3-wines-pair-eggs-benedict
Your Beer Glass Shape Might Be Making You Drink Too Much, Says Science, So Think Carefully About Your Next Pint
There are a lot of things that might contribute to whether or not we overdo it at the bar — but now we’ve got something else to add to the list
In defense of the CSW (Certified Specialist of Wine)
There are many that feel that being certified in wine knowledge is a load of bull. Then there are those that are certified that believe the CSW is a joke. I’m going to explain to you why neither case is true.
http://www.thewinestalker.net/2015/05/csw.html
TOP 10 CRAZY SPIRITS MARKETING STUNTS
Whether by creating a giant cucumber-shaped aircraft or pouring rum over the naked breasts of glamour models, the spirits world has never been averse to clever – but crazy – marketing stunts
This Gadget Will Make Cheap Beer Taste Better
The secret, of course, is better head.
https://www.maxim.com/tech/gadgets/article/gadget-will-make-cheap-beer-taste-better
I tried a bunch of apps for wine lovers, and these are the ones worth downloading
There are more wine apps out there than anyone could possibly want — or need.
http://www.businessinsider.com/the-best-apps-for-wine-lovers-2015-5
Wines by the glass at Fenway Park pretty good, better bargain than beer
Another thing that surprised me was I couldn’t find any Red Sox wine for sale at Fenway Park. If they are selling it there, they sure aren’t promoting it.
http://www.masslive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2015/05/wine_press_wine_at_fenway_park.html
Wine bedtime snack can help you lose weight, study claims
Wine drinkers rejoice. A new study has found that a glass of wine before bed can help you lose weight.
http://www.ajc.com/news/lifestyles/health/wine-bedtime-snack-can-help-you-lose-weight-study-/nmD32/
The Perfect Harvest
California’s Livermore Valley was once renowned for making the finest wine in the world. John Kinney, a local winemaker, professor, historian and craftsman, is on a journey to reclaim that title and he’s drawing on the history of the Valley to do it.
This short film tells the story of John’s pursuit of the perfect harvest in Livermore Valley.
There Goes the Neighborhood – Miley Cyrus Buys a Vineyard
Miley Cyrus has just dropped a cool $4 million on a ranch in Los Angeles‘ San Fernando Valley. It has a riding area, a pool and an outdoor fireplace, as well as 550 or so Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2015/05/there-goes-the-neighborhood-mylie-cyrus-buys-a-vineyard
Boston Beer to Re-Release Two Drinker Favorite Beers
Based on the input of beer drinkers everywhere, Samuel Adams brewers will pull recipes from their “vault” and ultimately choose two winning brews to be re-released nationally for a limited time.
http://www.brewbound.com/news/boston-beer-re-releases-16-beers
The Wine Group Adds Canned Wines To Flipflop
The Wine Group is launching a new line of wine in cans under its Flipflop brand. Flipflop’s new entries, which are debuting nationwide, are packaged in 250-ml. cans that will retail in four-packs for $12. Including Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Fizzy Sangria and Fizzy Crisp White, the cans contain the equivalent of two 4.2-ounce glasses of wine, and are geared toward summer outdoor occasions. According to Impact Databank, Flipflop declined 2.4% to 770,000 cases last year.
BANDOL’S WINES: PROVENCE’S TRUE STAR
So many things make the Provençal commune of Bandol a unique place: its micro-climate, use of Mourvèdre as its primary varietal, steep slopes requiring manual harvests and a pure pedigree as an ancient wine-making region.
http://www.francetoday.com/articles/2014/12/02/bandol_s_wines_provence_s_true_star.html
15 bizarro beers that taste amazing
Peanut butter beer? Licorice beer? Beer brewed with whole pizzas? Weird beers that actually work.
http://draftmag.com/weird-beers-that-taste-amazing/
Diageo Targets Upscale Bourbon Tier With Blade And Bow Rollout
Diageo is officially launching its next play in the high-end Bourbon segment with the unveiling of its Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey brand, created at the Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. Inspired by the “five keys” symbol found throughout the distillery (and named for the two parts of a skeleton key), Blade and Bow is available in two offerings—Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (91 proof, $49.99) and 22-Year-Old Limited Release Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (92 proof, $149.99). The former is made from some of the oldest stocks to be distilled at Stitzel-Weller before it closed in 1992 and matured using the solera aging method. The 22-Year-Old Bourbon includes whiskies distilled in Louisville and Frankfort, Kentucky, and was most recently aged and bottled at Stitzel-Weller.
Blade and Bow follows Diageo’s launch of fellow upscale Bourbon labels Old Blowhard, Barterhouse and Rhetoric—all part of its Orphan Barrel Whiskey Project—last year.
New Sauvignon Blanc From Sonoma-Cutrer
Brown-Forman’s Sonoma-Cutrer has released its first-ever Sauvignon Blanc. Rolling out as the third entry in Sonoma-Cutrer’s Winemakers Release Series, the new offering is produced with Russian River Valley-sourced fruit and makes its debut with a 2014 vintage. The Sonoma-Cutrer Sauvignon Blanc is currently available in select U.S. markets, priced at around $24.99 a 750-ml. Previous entries in Sonoma-Cutrer’s limited production Winemakers Release Series include Late Harvest Chardonnay, as well as Founders Reserve Legacy, a premium Chardonnay offering.
What Exactly Is ‘Sustainable’ Wine?
Do grapes and vineyards really need to be pulled into the fight for sustainability? Conscience and all that “green” stuff seems to fly in the face of the luxurious joy proffered by a spectacular bottle of chardonnay.
https://munchies.vice.com/articles/what-exactly-is-sustainable-wine
Who Are You? Limoux Wine’s Identity Crisis
The fastest-growing French sparkling wine appellation in the US has many faces.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2015/05/who-are-you-limoux-wine-s-identity-crisis
Are Wine Drinkers More Responsible?
Based on statistics pulled from various, moderately reputable sources including the US Census Bureau, TTB (Tobacco Tax Bureau), NIAAA (National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism), and Gallup, and it appears that, on average, wine drinkers drink less than beer drinkers.
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Sugar in Wine, The Great Misunderstanding
Sweetness is a perception. Bitterness, like the caffeine in colas, or tannins in wine, will reduce the perception of sugar. So does acidity. Hence the delightful phosphoric acid in your Coke, and the importance of natural acidity in wine.
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Guess what’s happening this June in Franklin?
A small business scavenger hunt of course! The Ladybug Trek will occur between June 12th- June 30th and will include many local businesses including us!
Participants will use a mobile app to follow clues throughout the participating businesses to complete the hunt. The grand prize will total over $1,000 in gift cards from local businesses. More to come on this event in coming weeks!
This event is sponsored by the Small Shop Co-Op.
Find Us Online
VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 15 TOWN REGION
Like Us On Facebook
www.facebook.com/franklinliquorsMA
Follow Us On Twitter
www.twitter.com/franklinliquors
Our Latest Specials
Liquor
Wine
Beer
https://www.beermenus.com/places/9918-franklin-liquors
Upcoming Events
Franklin Wine Club Meeting
Wine Explorers wanted!
How To attend and join
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
June 9th
Wines From Chilie
June 16th
Beer Tasting
June 25th
Wines Of Languedoc France
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Medway Community Education
Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
Vinitas WineWorks, LLC
Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor
We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.
Next Classes Held In Our Wine Room
http://www.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t0.wcs?clientid=NRFLKMA&siteid=1
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School
Quini Certified Educator- QCE
We have great news for you!
We are partnering with ScanKart to bring Franklin Liquors to your phone. SIGNUP to get early access
http://tinyurl.com/frlqonphone
Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:
Franklin Wine Club Wines
New Craft Beers
Wines In Our Dispenser
Quini Reviewed Wines
Adult Education Wines
Vinitas Wineworks Selections
AND MORE!
http://franklinliquors.scankart.com/
Our Wines Are On Vinobly
In The Mood To Try Something New, Or Want A Little Personalized Help In Navigating Our Aisles? Check Out The New Free Vinobly App Which Makes Personalized Recommendations From Wines In Our Store. You Can Find Wine To Pair With Your Meal, Or Take Their Fun 3-Question Palate Profiler Quiz To Get Started
We Are Proud To Now Partner With Vinobly!
Download The App
Find Them Online
Looking For Wine Maps?
The best wine maps in the business!!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4
Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.
Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!
http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5
De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table
http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3
All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
Great wine educational and tasting app.
Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
