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August 29, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links 08-29-15
August 29, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
08-29-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
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France seeks to add more fizz to its wine tourism industry
Laurent Fabius, the country’s foreign minister and a strong backer of tourism, has made the wine sector a priority
http://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/aug/22/france-wine-tourism-world-heritage-status
Why One Napa Winery Is Experimenting With Aquaoir, Wine Aged Under Water
One Napa Valley winery wants to understand the impact of aging wine under water.
http://www.eater.com/drinks/2015/8/21/9184763/aquaoir-wine-aging
Rose wine trend taking off in US
US retailers have been reporting record sales of rosé wine, stretching outside summer months and including more diverse styles.
http://www.decanter.com/wine-news/rose-wine-trend-taking-off-in-us-say-retailers-271850/
What It’s Like to be a French Wine Scholar
French winemakers and producers have undoubtedly set the standards for how wine is produced, valued, and purchased around the world.
http://napavalleywineacademy.com/what-its-like-to-be-a-french-wine-scholar/
Why A 5% Beer Gets You Drunk So Much Faster Than A 4% Beer
Draft Magazine explains the science of how ABV actually works.
http://www.lifehacker.com.au/2015/08/why-a-5-beer-gets-you-drunk-so-much-faster-than-a-4-beer/
There’s important info on those wine labels
You would think that wineries would like to inform their customers of some of each wine’s technical details, since knowing the basic facts of a wine would help buyers make the right purchasing decisions.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/4354936-181/berger-theres-important-info-on?page=1
New study gives clear picture of Walla Walla Valley vineyards
Here are a few of the most interesting tidbits from this new study,
http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2015/08/24/walla-walla-valley-vineyards/
California wine, by the numbers
Here’s a look at some of the more impressive areas in the state’s growth.
http://www.sfgate.com/wine/article/California-wine-by-the-numbers-6458797.php
Wine Consumption Frequency
Natural wines: Arguments for and against
When is a wine ‘natural’ ? When it is made with minimal intervention and, usually, served in a hipster corner of London or Manhattan.
http://www.lepanmedia.com/natural-wines-arguments-for-and-against/
This Quiz Picks Music And Books Based On Your Wine Preferences
Your choice of vino can say a lot about the kind of person you are.
New Santa Cristina Pinot Grigio
Italy’s Santa Cristina, part of the Antinori portfolio handled in the U.S. by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, is introducing a Pinot Grigio from the delle Venezie appellation. The Santa Cristina 2014 Pinot Grigio delle Venezie IGT ($12) joins a brand range of red, white and rosé wines that retail in the $12-$16 price point and includes offerings such as Santa Cristina Rosso Toscana IGT, Le Maestrelle Toscana IGT and Chianti Superiore DOCG, among others.
All wine tastes the same? Aroma kits offer an edge
The kits contain samples of aromas commonly found in wine, and they also have an online component.
Wine On Tap
All you need to know about wines on tap
10 fall beers with absolutely no pumpkin in them
Granted, pumpkin ale still accounts for a whole lot of that fall surge, but there are several other autumn seasonals out there that are worth your time
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/10-fall-beers-with-absolutely-no-pumpkin-in-them-2015-08-26
THE STATES THAT DRINK THE MOST WINE, BEER & SPIRITS
Champagne Campus is a Free Way to Learn a Little Bit More About Bubbly
The Champagne Campus website provides users with three different training pathways, created with novices, enthusiasts and lovers in mind.
Heroic Viticulture on the island of Pantelleria
Donnafugata’s complex sweet wine called Ben Ryé – the product of air-dried Zibbibo (Muscat) grapes
http://palatepress.com/2015/08/wine/heroic-viticulture-on-the-island-of-pantelleria/
JIM BEAM APPLE LAUNCHES ACROSS US
The 35% abv product has hit US shelves and its signature serve, Jim Beam Apple and Soda, is being promoted in bars and retail locations.
Gallo Buys Talbott
E.&J. Gallo has acquired Talbott Vineyards, located in California’s Santa Lucia Highlands appellation. The deal includes the Talbott winery and brand, known for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, as well as the 525-acre Sleepy Hollow Vineyard. The sale is slated to close September 4. Wine Spectator has more.
A Brawl in the Loire: Vouvray Wine by Another Name
Two winemakers feel betrayed by their neighbors after changes to appellation rules ban them from calling their wines Vouvray
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/51993
‘WINE O’CLOCK’ ADDED TO OXFORD ONLINE DICTIONARY
Beer and wine o’clock are among 1,000 new words to be entered into the online Oxford Dictionary.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/wine-oclock-added-to-oxford-online-dictionary/
Japanese Liquor Company testing alcohol aging in space
A Japanese liquor company is boldly going where no distiller has gone before– outer space.
http://wiat.com/2015/08/26/japanese-liquor-company-testing-alcohol-aging-in-space/
How Much Do You Tip for a Bottle of Wine?
As with all things surrounding tipping, there really is no right answer but here are a few guidelines:
http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/249889
What’s that aroma? How to talk about wine in your own words
The next time your nose reaches down into a glass, or when a new sip of wine slides across your tongue and sloshes in your mouth, ask yourself, what are the best words? Don’t worry about the “right” or “wrong” words.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/sc-food-0828-wine-language-20150826-column.html
THIS BUD IS NOT FOR YOU
Confusion between BUD for beer and WINEBUD for wine
HOW WINE BRICKS SAVED THE U.S. WINE INDUSTRY DURING PROHIBITION
A wine brick was a brick of concentrated grape juice – which was completely legal to produce – that consumers could dissolve in water and ferment in order make their own vino.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/how-wine-bricks-saved-the-u-s-wine-industry-during-prohibition/
Will the 2015 vintage be ruined by wildfires?
To answer this question we investigated a few other legendary wine region fires:
COMPANY CREATES ‘WORLD’S FIRST’ SWEET POTATO VODKA
Corbin California Estate Grown Sweet Potato Vodka is the latest spirit to join the company’s portfolio of sweet potato-based variants, made from produce grown on the Souza family’s farm in Jan Joaquin Valley.
City councilor wants liquor license control returned to Boston for first time since Prohibition
If passed would let Boston control its own liquor permitting for the first time in more than 80 years.
http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2015/08/27/city-councilor-wants-liquor-license-control.html
New York Yankees Dry Riesling is a grand slam
NO WAY IT CAN TASTE GOOD WITH YANKEES ON IT!
We’re Living in the Golden Age of American Ginger Beer
How ginger ale and ginger beer have become the darlings of the modern craft soda boom.
http://www.eater.com/drinks/2015/8/27/9210389/were-living-in-the-golden-age-of-american-ginger-beer
GIN MADE WITH ASPARAGUS LAUNCHED
Notting Hill-based gin brand Portobello Road has made a limited edition bottling distilled with asparagus from Cambridge, which is likely to divide opinion.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/gin-made-with-asparagus-launched/
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Purple Wine Company Tasting
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October 22nd
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1490&tbl=course
Natural Food/Wine Tasting
November 5th
Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1488&tbl=course
Holiday Cookie Swap & Wine Tasting
November 17th
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1486&tbl=course
Prosecco and Pastries
December 8th
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September 29th
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October 20th
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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.
Upcoming Classes:
October 2015
November 2015
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
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Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
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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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
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August 22, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
08-22-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
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New Wine Review Search
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Russia Recalls US Wines
Why Do Moms Need Wine?
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Grower Champagne: 10 estates to know
Grower Champagne is all the rage, but unfamiliar territory compared to the region’s famous houses. Champagne expert Peter Liem shares his guide to the most exciting small estates, and their wines.
http://www.decanter.com/learn/grower-champagne-10-estates-to-know-270315/
Sierra Nevada Launches Videogame For New Beer
Sierra Nevada is launching a new Oktoberfest in collaboration with German brewery Brauhaus Riegele and they’ve created an old school videogame to help promote the new beer.
http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2015/08/sierra-nevada-launches-video-game-for-new-beer.html
Wine Industry Growth Declining as Competition Heats Up
‘TABLET’ HIP FLASK PROJECT SEEKS KICKSTARTER FUNDING
The hip flask is designed to look like a tablet computer with the screen turned off, and is equipped with a switch on the top which opens and closes a secret filling port
Fireball Whisky is the Most Popular Liquor in Way Too Many US States
All told, Fireball was either first or tied for first in 15 states, tied with Jack Daniels.
http://kitchenette.jezebel.com/fireball-whisky-is-the-most-popular-liquor-in-way-too-m-1724404735
Several US wines recalled from Russian market over harmful chemicals
The Russian agency for health and consumer rights has banned several batches of US-made wines after tests found they contained excessive amounts of harmful substances.
https://www.rt.com/business/312617-american-wines-recalled-russia/
Why The Next Wine In Your Wine Cellar Should Be A Sagrantino Di Montefalco
This grape is used for only a small part of the production in Montefalco. But the wines are stunning.
Boozy ginger ale and orange soda: MillerCoors is on board
Now here comes hard soda.
SAZERAC SUES BREWERY OVER FIREBALL TRADEMARK
The US spirits producer, owner of the Buffalo Trace Distillery, said the packaging and name of Fire Flask was “confusing similar” to Fireball, and was designed to “trade on the longstanding goodwill” of the popular whisky liqueur brand.
Can You Drink Alcohol and Still Lose Weight?
Learn how to ditch the belly without missing out on happy hour.
Why Do Moms Always Talk About Coffee And Wine?
Okay, what is up with all the talk about moms needing coffee and wine?
https://www.scarymommy.com/coffee-and-wine/
Peanut butter beer coming soon from Pawtucket’s Foolproof Brewery
If you like peanut butter and alcoholic beverages made with malted barley and hops, then you are going to love the collaboration coming out of Pawtucket: peanut butter-flavored beer.
http://www.providencejournal.com/article/20150818/ENTERTAINMENTLIFE/150819358
THE MÂCONNAIS: GOOD VALUE WHITE BURGUNDY
The Mâconnais, named after the town of Mâcon, is one of five wine regions in Burgundy, France, and is situated west of the Saône River between Côte Chalonnaise and Beaujolais.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/the-mconnais-good-value-white-burgundy
An Introduction to Santa Barbara Wine Country
Santa Barbara wine country offers a little bit of everything to the thirsty wine drinker.
http://winefolly.com/review/an-intro-to-santa-barbara-wine-country/
HOW IS GLUTEN-FREE BEER MADE?
Many a product at the grocery store will proudly proclaim its gluten-free status.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/how-is-gluten-free-beer-made/
10 Pumpkin Beers Making Fall Flavor A Summer Staple
We don’t know why you’re complaining that pumpkin beer is being released in August: brewers aren’t.
http://www.thestreet.com/story/13257784/1/10-pumpkin-beers-making-fall-flavor-a-summer-staple.html
New Serpent Bite
Constellation Brands has unveiled Serpent’s Bite Apple Cider Flavored Whisky. Rolling out nationwide, Serpent’s Bite features a blend of Canadian whisky distilled from corn and rye with an infusion of apple cider flavors. The 70-proof entry, positioned primarily as a shot option, is available in 1-liter, 750-ml. and 50-ml. formats, and retails at around $15.99 a 750-ml.
Does Sound Affect the Way We Taste?
Whatever the acoustic atmosphere, it could be affecting how you experience the flavor of the food and drink you’re consuming, according to a growing body of research.
http://news.wbfo.org/post/does-sound-affect-way-we-taste#stream/0
6 Myths About Wine Busted by a Sommelier
Biggest wine myths out there and clear up any lingering misconceptions
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/thrillist/6-myths-about-wine-busted_b_8004034.html
Bud Light Launches New NFL Team-Specific Cans Campaign
Pats Cans Are In Stock!!
Seafood Beers: 10 Strange Beers with Algae to Whale
Here are 10 strange beers made in some part from ingredients found in our rivers or oceans that will have you rethinking the limits of brewing.
http://www.newschoolbeer.com/2015/08/seafood-beers-10-strange-beers-with-algae-to-whale.html
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BOOZE AT FAST FOOD CHAINS
How to Become a Wine Connoisseur
Start at your local independent wine shop. They’ll have knowledgeable staff who can recommend bottles and teach you the essentials of wine appreciation. Many run tastings where you can learn about grape varieties and taste different styles and vintages.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/how-to-become-a-wine-connoisseur-1440070091
Enthusiast’s Guide to Sauvignon Blanc
A little understanding of the different styles and the history of this grape will help you find awesome Sauvignon Blanc wines on your own.
http://winefolly.com/review/enthusiasts-guide-sauvignon-blanc/
Who has the cheapest and most expensive beer in the NFL?
FYI Pats Now Charge $9
CANNABIS-INFUSED BEER LAUNCHED IN US
Dude’s Brews, the packaged-beer arm of Colorado-based Dad & Dude’s Breweria, will launch is Canna-Beer series in the autumn, debuting at the Great American Beer Festival in September, featuring a range of “CBD-rich, cannabis-infused” beers.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/worlds-first-cannabis-infused-beer-launched/
HEAVEN HILL ACQUIRES DEEP EDDY VODKA
The US spirits producer, owner of the Evan Williams and Elijah Craig Bourbon brands, has purchased the entire business of Texas-based Deep Eddy Vodka and its distillery from Eliza Spring for an undisclosed sum.
We need a better way to describe wine
Recently, many soul-searching articles have been published by wine professionals questioning if there is not a better, more relevant way to describe wines.
11 OBSCURE GRAPES YOU NEED TO KNOW
Some of the “oddball grapes” that are making their way on to store shelves and wine lists across the country:
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/11-obscure-grapes-you-need-to-know/
THE VENETO: YOUR GUIDE TO ONE OF ITALY’S LARGEST & MOST CONFUSING WINE REGIONS
The Veneto is the 8th largest region of Italy. It’s situated in the northeast of the country, and bordered to the west by Lombardia and to the south by Emilia-Romagna.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-veneto-region-home-of-venice-and-some-of-the-most-prevalent-wines/
Now, there’s a Pop-Tart beer
San Francisco brewer 21st Amendment is upping the ante with Toaster Pastry, an India Red Ale that’s an homage to Pop-Tarts.
http://fortune.com/2015/08/21/pop-tart-beer/
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Quini WineUp- Wine Tasting 101
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September 9th
Soave Tasting
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/224715248/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Wine Glass Painting Night
October 22nd
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1490&tbl=course
Natural Food/Wine Tasting
November 5th
Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson Street, Franklin
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1488&tbl=course
Holiday Cookie Swap & Wine Tasting
November 17th
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1486&tbl=course
Prosecco and Pastries
December 8th
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferingsDetail.cfm?ID=1489&tbl=course
Medway Community Education
September 29th
All About Pinot Noir Adventure
Tri-County Adult Education
October 20th
Exploring French Wines
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.
Upcoming Classes:
October 2015
November 2015
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
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 08-08-15
August 8, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
08-08-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*
Franklin Wine Club
Quini WineUps
Offering more than just a wine tasting experience. You and our club can also be rewarded and enter for great prizes!
Each month I/we will choose a wine theme and hold a tasting/education event.
The main concept of the Quini WineUp is to share a social, fun, wine tasting where we will expand our wine knowledge and experience using Quini. We will get together once per month to share our wine experience and record our impressions using the interactive Quini app which is designed to be fun and playful. The reviews we make using Quini are meant to be shared, and if you choose you may follow one another through the Quini app.
Quini is more than just recording whether you like or do not like a wine. Quini’s five step tasting process reminds and teaches how to focus on all aspects of the wine to develop a complete impression of the wine. By focusing on each the eye, nose, mouth, finish and an overall opinion you are able to pinpoint what makes each wine memorable and appealing or not. Quini provides you a record of regions, varietals and wineries the you tend to enjoy the most and keeps a history of all your tastings. With the detail provided in each wine tasting Quini is also able to provide incredibly personalized recommendations specific to your own wine palate.
Group and Group Member Rewards
For every 400 tasting reviews completed in the WineUp, Quini will ship 6 special wines not readily available in the local area –These wines will be raffled off to club members that attend the Wineups.
Group members have the opportunity to receive entries for a wine tasting tour by reviewing wines outside of the wine tasting groups and posting them to social media. For each review posted to social media and noted by Quini (outside of the regular monthly WineUp tastings), you are entered to win a fully paid, multi-day wine trip along with a guest. Value up to $5,000! This year it’s three nights, four days in the beautiful Okanagan Valley region, BC, Canada.
Also don’t forget our Quini loyalty program!!
You can get Riedel glasses for 25 and 50 wines you review.
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New Products
Glassware 101
Wine And Junk Food Pairings
Hard Root Beer Drinks
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GREEK WINE IS ON THE RISE: EXPLORING NAOUSSA
Located around the town of Naoussa, the vineyards climb the eastern slope of the 6,730 foot Mount Vermion, the highest peak in the Vermio Mountains.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/greek-wine-is-on-the-rise-exploring-naoussa-
Rabbit Ridge Winery launches craft soda line
The gourmet Paso Pure drinks have only real ingredients.
http://pasoroblesdailynews.com/rabbit-ridge-winery-launches-craft-soda-line/39430/
THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CHARDONNAY AND SAUVIGNON BLANC
So what’s the difference between these two insanely popular white wines in the first place?
Beyond Red, White and Rosé: Wine Color Decoded
Much can be gleaned from a glance at a wine, including its age, texture, alcohol level and sometimes grape varietal. You’ll never look at a glass of wine the same way
http://www.wsj.com/articles/beyond-red-white-and-rose-wine-color-decoded-1438363423
WRITTEN IN THE STARS: WINE PAIRINGS FOR YOUR ZODIAC SIGN
For today’s horoscope prediction, we’re making a bet that you’ll try one of these wines.
OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN LAUNCHES WINE BRAND
Australian actress Olivia Newton-John has released her own wine brand, proceeds of which will be put towards her cancer campaign.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/olivia-newton-john-launches-wine-brand/
New Narragansett Coming Soon!
Allie’s Double Chocolate Porter
5 Must-haves On Every Wine List
Here are 5 styles that should be present on every small wine list.
http://beveragetradenetwork.com/en/btn-academy/articles/5-must-haves-on-every-wine-list-429.htm
NOT EVERYTHING THAT GETS ADDED TO WINE IS NATURAL – BREAKING DOWN WINE ADDITIVES
The process that exempts wine from the same labeling requirements, as food is sterile filtering
CHIANTI CLASSICO LAUNCHES APP
The Chianti Classico consorzio has launched an app to help spread knowledge of the Italian region’s wines around the world.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/07/chianti-classico-launches-app/
How to saber a bottle of champagne with an iPhone
Video
http://www.businessinsider.com/saber-champagne-bottle-iphone-2015-7
French Fear Vine Disease May Have Arrived
A strain of the bacterium that causes Pierce’s disease, which has ravaged California vines, has been found on Corsica
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/51926
This Is Actually The Correct Amount Of Wine You Should Drink
Spoiler alert: This is going to be disappointing news.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/correct-right-amount-of-wine-to-drink_55ba304de4b0b8499b186e71
Wine Glassware & Stemware 101
Generally speaking, different shapes and sizes allow to reveal each wine different according to its characteristics: aromatic intensity, alcohol level, sparkling or still, etc.
http://socialvignerons.com/2015/08/04/wine-glassware-stemware-101/#prettyPhoto
Is it ever acceptable to put ice cubes in wine? We investigated
The old ‘ice cubes in wine’ debate has divided wine drinkers since time immemorial.
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/ever-acceptable-put-ice-cubes-wine-investigated-104850538.html#w4vaO09
Tasting notes: a silly game that could be fun
That’s the purpose of Read Between the Wines, a new drinking and overwriting game that, if one can remove one’s disapproving frown for an evening, might actually be a good time.
http://blog.wblakegray.com/2015/08/tasting-notes-silly-game-that-could-be.html
The 14 Coolest Beer Label Designs You’ve Ever Seen
While it’s certainly important for a beer to taste good, there’s no denying that packaging has some influence on people’s buying decisions.more
http://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/beer-label-designs
New Dogfish
Delaware-based Dogfish Head is rolling out its Choc Lobster porter at retail for the first time exclusively through the World of Beer chain. Brewed every summer, the 5.6% abv porter—made with dark cocoa and Maine lobsters—has previously been available only at Dogfish Head’s pub in Rehoboth Beach. World of Beer CEO Paul Avery told SND recently that such exclusive offerings are a key piece of the company’s strategy as it looks to expand at a rate of about 40 new locations annually in the coming years.
TOP 10 FINE WINE AND JUNK FOOD PAIRINGS
While we’d all love to be able to kick back on a Tuesday night with a rare fillet steak slathered in truffle butter, some nights you find yourself staring into an empty fridge with a growling tummy.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/top-10-fine-wine-and-junk-food-pairings/
DISARONNO’S $350 SCOTCH-BASED LIQUEUR HITS US
Disaronno Riserva will be the first new product since the original liqueur was founded in 1525, and has been aged for 12 years in vintage Marsala wine barrels in Sicily.
Impact Databank’s Fastest-Rising Vodka Brands In The U.S.
WINE MAKES YOU SMART, CREATIVE AND ATTRACTIVE
Find out how wine makes you smart, creative, and attractive.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/wine-makes-you-smart-creative-attractive-infographic/
Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco & Venice, Italy
When visiting Venice, ensure you make time to explore the Prosecco DOCG, to stock up on great wines as well as gourmet fare.
YOUR INTRO TO CAMPANIA, ITALY – LAND OF STUNNING AFFORDABLE WHITE WINE
Like all Italian regions, both red and white wine are made in Campania. The most popular red is Taurasi, made from the Aglianico grape.
Quini Swirl
The latest newsletter from our good friends at Quini.
Introduction to WineUps!
http://quiniwine.cmail2.com/t/ViewEmail/t/093B78BC56C1523D/4E2D1D1C1DD3EEC6C9C291422E3DE149
Going Grape: The best wine to pair with each GOP candidate during the presidential debate
Here’s a list of candidates and my picks for their best wine match.
How to Break Out of Your Wine Rut
Do you find that you drink the exact same thing every time you have a glass of wine? If so, you’re in a wine rut.
https://www.yahoo.com/food/break-out-of-your-wine-rut-125528687803.html
PEAR JUICE FOUND TO WARD OFF HANGOVERS
The pear has been touted as a hangover cure by scientists in Australia who claim the fruit not only helps to lower cholesterol but can prevent the adverse affects of excessive alcohol.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/08/pear-juice-found-to-ward-off-hangovers/
Hard Root Beer Drink Ideas
Ice cream isn’t the only thick, sweet substance root beer works with. Here are some other ideas.
http://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/root-beer-cocktails-article
How to order the right wine at a steakhouse, according to a master sommelier
Going to a steakhouse and not ordering a bottle of wine is practically a faux pas
http://www.businessinsider.com/4-of-the-best-wine-and-steak-pairings-2015-8?r=UK&IR=T
The Best Wine Region You’ve Never Heard Of: The Lavaux And The Swiss Riviera
There are two good reasons Americans rarely see Swiss wines on restaurant lists or in neighborhood wine shops. Neither of them is that there’s anything lacking with the wine.
Online wine club uses an algorithm to find you the perfect wines
Boston-based Bright Cellars takes the monthly wine club idea and gives it whole new twist. The online service pairs you with wines based off a quiz that matches your taste preferences to wines with an algorithm.
http://www.geekwire.com/2015/online-wine-club-uses-an-algorithm-to-find-you-the-perfect-wines/
10 Great Tips on Buying Good Cheap Wine
Fortunately, you don’t need to taste all the wine in the world to know how to seek out quality.
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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.
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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
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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
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Liquor Industry News/Links 07-18-15
July 18, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
07-18-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Not Your Father’s Root Beer Story
All About Residual Sugar
AND MORE!
UPS Begins Shipping to Massachusetts
UPS has announced they are open for wine shipping services in Massachusetts. Shipments to Massachusetts began on February 1st when FedEx received the proper permits and began shipping. Now both of the major carriers are operational in MA.
http://www.shipcompliant.com/blog/2015/07/09/ups-begins-shipping-to-massachusetts/
Restaurant wine lists: How to choose wisely
Yes, restaurant wine lists are overpriced. Here, a top sommelier offers three tips to ordering a good bottle (without breaking the bank).
Pouring a drink
http://fortune.com/2015/07/09/restaurant-wine-list/
So, What Type of Wine Person Are You?
How does one get started? Well, the first question you can consider is why you want to learn about wine. There are two basic routes you can go to answer this question:
http://winefolly.com/review/learn-wine-drink-as-you-go/
Champagne guide: where to eat, drink and sleep in France’s newest World Heritage Site
As the Champagne region celebrates being awarded Unesco World Heritage status, Anthony Peregrine offers a guide for the best vineyards, champagne houses and bars, and hotels
Hugel wines: a taste of Alsace
Famille Hugel boasts three generations of top notch winemakers; Victoria Moore eagerly awaits their latest riesling and gewürztraminer
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/luxury/drinking_and_dining/78033/hugel-wines-a-taste-of-alsace.html
The Power Of A Good Wine Label: It Sells More Wine
It’s a simple truth: most of us purchase wine based on our instant reaction to the wine label.
Letting the Wine Flow, Free of Charge
At Taste Wine Company in the East Village, all the wine is available to sample
http://www.wsj.com/articles/letting-the-wine-flow-free-of-charge-1436469245
Why rosé is in the pink
There’s an increasingly wide range of rosés around these days, from light, pale styles to heftier, dark numbers. So which ones are worth your attention?
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/jul/09/rose-wine-supermarket-merchant-review
Can Busch Non-Alcoholic Beer Get You Drunk?
Yes, Busch Non-Alcoholic does, in fact, contain small amounts of alcohol. Their official website pegs the exact number as a wimpy 0.4 percent—about a tenth of the amount found in Robitussin
http://theconcourse.deadspin.com/can-busch-non-alcoholic-beer-get-you-drunk-1708862062
The story behind Not Your Father’s Root Beer
SOMETHING smells about Not Your Father’s Root Beer, and I’m not talking about the heavy dose of vanilla extract that flavors the suddenly popular brew.
http://www.joesixpack.net/2015/07/02/the-story-behind-not-your-fathers-root-beer/
Bacardi Rolls Out Bonnie Rose White Whiskey
Bacardi Ltd. has unveiled Bonnie Rose, a new Tennessee white corn whiskey brand. Produced using an 80% white corn mash and copper pot stills, the Bonnie Rose lineup makes its debut with a pair of 35%-abv fruit flavored entries, Orange Peel and Spiced Apple. Both retail at around $19 a bottle. The range, which is being backed by a digital content series throughout the summer and fall, will initially launch across Nashville, Tennessee, with a nationwide expansion to follow shortly after. Along with Bonnie Rose, Bacardi’s American whiskey portfolio includes the Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon range.
Are we brainwashed by wine prices and ratings?
How much of what we perceive or think about wine is a mind trick – much less real than we may suspect?
http://www.lodiwine.com/blog/are-we-brainwashed-by-wine-prices-and-ratings
Residual sugar in wine is a matter of taste
There are a few reasons why you will find residual sugar in your wine, whether it is unfermented sugars from harvested grapes or sugar that’s added after the fermentation is complete.
http://montrealgazette.com/life/residual-sugar-in-wine-is-a-matter-of-taste
TOP 10 WINE MUSEUMS OF THE WORLD
If you would rather be soaking up the culture and sipping wine than languishing on a sun lounger this summer make a plan to visit one of these wine museums, which range from the state-of-the-art to the brilliantly quaint.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/07/top-10-wine-museums-of-the-world/
Board denies liquor permit
Another MA town denied license based on “Public need”!!
http://www.sentinelandenterprise.com/news/ci_28480427/board-denies-liquor-permit
Is wine becoming sweeter?
“Sweet,” in fact, is the only wine descriptor that’s managed to stick with us through the past two millennia.
http://palatepress.com/2015/07/wine/is-wine-becoming-sweeter/
6 delicious new foods with booze snuck in
Here are some of our favorite new alcohol-infused treats and how best to enjoy them.
8 Ways To Catch a Lie on a Whiskey Label
American whiskey labels suck. Worse, they can be misleading. Here’s your easy guide to decoding them.
http://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a36284/false-whiskey-label-guide/
Heineken bottle keeps beer liquid during freezing
Heineken has developed a new bottle made from ultra-resistant polyethylene terephthalate (PET) that can chill beer in sub-zero conditions without the consequence of freezing.
http://www.foodbev.com/news/heineken-bottle-keeps-beer-liquid-during-freezing/
KNOW YOUR FRENCH BRANDY: THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN COGNAC & ARMAGNAC
Cognac and Armagnac are both French brandies made from white wine grapes.
A Guide to Italy’s Prosecco Road
Cheaper than Champagne, and often just as good, Prosecco is made in a tourist-free region of Italy that’s well worth a visit.
http://www.cntraveler.com/stories/2015-07-13/a-guide-to-italy-prosecco-road
Making wine in a war zone: Syria’s ‘dream’ vineyard
Domaine de Bargylus is Syria’s only commercial winery, producing quality wine despite the country’s bitter civil war. It is run by brothers Karim and Sandro Saade, whose father dreamt of owning a vineyard in Syria.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-33450300
Jack Daniel’s Launches First Barrel Proof Whiskey; Woodford Debuts Distillery Series
Brown-Forman has unveiled Barrel Proof, the latest entry in its Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Collection. Aged in charred white American oak, each barrel of Jack Daniel’s Barrel Proof is exposed to a range of temperature variations, resulting in a whiskey that hovers between 125-140 proof. The new Single Barrel offering will be available nationwide starting in August, retailing at around $65 a 750-ml. The newcomer marks the second iteration in Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel lineup, following the launch of Single Barrel Select, a 94-proof single barrel Tennessee whiskey.
In a related development, Brown-Forman is adding a special Distillery Series to its Woodford Reserve Bourbon brand, beginning late this month with the release of two whiskies: Double Double Oaked and Sweet Mash Redux. Both new products will be offered at the Woodford Reserve Distillery in Versailles, Kentucky at $50 a 375-ml. Looking forward, Woodford plans to release up to three Distillery Series whiskies annually.
WOODFORD RESERVE DEBUTS NEW DISTILLERY SERIES
The brand will release up to three small batch expressions in its new Distillery Series concurrently at different times throughout the year, ranging from finished whiskeys to straight Bourbons and other “unique spirits”.
Understanding Paso Robles Wine (w/ Maps)
Paso Robles is California’s fastest growing AVA. Since 2000, the number of bonded wineries has grown from 50 to over 200, driven by growth in ownership by small family-owned producers.
http://winefolly.com/review/understanding-paso-robles-wine-w-maps/
Make Beer Popsicles from Your Favorite Can of Beer, No Mold Required
These pops are refreshing and easy to make, and can be made without even pouring your brew from its can.
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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.
Upcoming Classes:
October 2015
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Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
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French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
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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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
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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!!!
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
Tell us what you think by rating the wines.
Our Liquor Industry News/Links 04-25-15
April 25, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
04-25-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
TWO EXCITING ANNOUCEMENTS!!
We have great news for you!
We are partnering with ScanKart to bring Franklin Liquors to your phone. SIGNUP to get early access
http://franklinliquors.scankart.com
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
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http://franklinliquors.scankart.com
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.
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Beer Made With Sewage Water
Sangria
Fat In Wine
AND MORE!
How to plan a stress-free trip to the wine country
Here are a couple of guidelines
The Italian Wine Country You’ve Probably Never Heard About
The wines of Franciacorta are not widely imported in America.
https://www.yahoo.com/travel/the-italian-wine-country-youve-probably-never-116647031957.html
SEWAGE BEER GIVEN THE GO-AHEAD
A group of American home brewers has been given the green light to create beer brewed using recycled sewage water.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/04/sewerage-beer-given-the-go-ahead/
PAIRING HERBS WITH WINE
Exploring California’s Bold Pinot Noir
Wine Review: Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/22/dining/wine-review-santa-rita-hills-pinot-noir.html?_r=1
10 Reasons Why Wine is Better Than Sex
Here are a few reasons why…
FDA guidelines will soon require calorie count on wine
The new nationwide rules only apply to chain restaurants and bars with at least 20 locations.
http://kdvr.com/2015/04/18/fda-guidelines-will-soon-require-calorie-count-on-wine/
Finding dependable advice on wine
Buying wine at a grocery store or even a neighborhood wine shop can be frustrating for a number of reasons.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/3816890-181/berger-finding-dependable-advice-on?page=1
Pairing: beer & a Southern spread
Fixin’ to chow down a Southern-style supper? Skip the sweet tea and bring the beer.
http://draftmag.com/pairing-beer-a-southern-spread/
Sangria for Wine Lovers
For wine lovers, here are some suggestions for getting into the sangria groove, based on wine type.
TTB Proposes Three New AVAs: Lewis-Clark Valley, Eagle Foothills, and Lamorinda
TTB is accepting comments through June 15, 2015 on three proposed American Viticultural Areas
BIG BOTTOM DISTILLING LAUNCHES OAK-AGED VODKA
Working with Bull Run Distilling and Indio Spirits and Distillery, Big Bottom has launched its Starka Vodka as part of the collaborative Oregon Starka Project.
Wine on Tap is the Green Thing to Do This Earth Day
Ordering a glass of wine on tap is the green thing to do this Earth Day.
http://www.winebusiness.com/suppliernews/?go=getSupplierNewsArticle&dataid=149912
‘WORLD’S FIRST’ SINGLE MALT GLASS CLOSURES CREATED
Online spirits retailer Master of Malt has launched the world’s first single malt whiskies featuring “experimental” glass closures.
Certified Sommelier Mike Ward Launches Website to Pair Wine with People
Designed to help people find a wine they appreciate, pair that wine with food, and help them enjoy that wine to the fullest,
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2015/04/16/mike-ward-launches-wardonwinecom/
Strongbow Introduces Variety Pack
Launching at retail in March 2015, the Strongbow Variety Pack will be available in 12-pack bottle formats that includes three of each of the four distinct Strongbow flavors
New Anew Wines
Washington state’s Chateau Ste. Michelle is adding two new offerings to its Anew Wines offshoot, a Pinot Grigio and Rose. The 2014 Anew Pinot Grigio is sourced from Washington’s Yakima Valley, while the 2014 Anew Rose is made from a Columbia Valley-sourced blend of Syrah and Sangiovese. Anew, which was founded in 2013, also offers a Riesling. All three wines are available nationally in custom-made bottles with screw cap closures for about $12.
New Gansett NOW IN STOCK
Providence, Rhode Island’s Narragansett Beer is launching Innsmouth Olde Ale as the second installment in its Lovecraft Series of limited edition beers. The English-style Olde Ale was created in collaboration with New England-based Revival Brewing Company and draws inspiration from H.P. Lovecraft’s “The Shadow Over Innsmouth,” with a label design created by Rhode Island artist Jason C. Eckhardt. It’s brewed with Two-Row Pale, Crystal, Cara, Dark Munich and Chocolate malts with Chocolate rye and finished with Summit and East Kent Goldings hops. Innsmouth Olde Ale (7% abv) is available in six-packs of 16-ounce cans for about $11-$12 throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., North Carolina and Portland, Oregon.
5 Tips on How to Go Wine Tasting (With Kids)
Here are a few tips to help you moms and dads to still get your drink on
http://thedrunkencyclist.com/2015/04/22/5-tips-on-how-to-go-wine-tasting-with-kids/
The head of China’s biggest wine brand admits its wines are terrible
Ning Gaoning, the chairman of Cofco, the state-owned grain company that operates China’s biggest wine producer, told a conference in Switzerland what Chinese oenophiles have long known: its wines are “not very good”
http://qz.com/388633/the-head-of-chinas-biggest-wine-brand-admits-its-wines-are-terrible/
How Do Buyers Choose A Wine When They Are In A Hurry?
5 MUST MIX LIMONCELLO COCKTAILS
Even people who have never been to Italy usually have heard of Limoncello.
http://chilledmagazine.com/5-must-mix-limoncello-cocktails/
WHY IS MY WINE SO EXPENSIVE? A GLIMPSE OF WHAT JACKS UP THE PRICE OF POSH WINE
There are a ton of things to consider that affect the cost on a bottle. Expensive bottles are marked by three traits in particular: oak, time and terroir.
http://www.foodandwine.com/fwx/drink/why-my-wine-so-expensive-glimpse-what-jacks-price-posh-wine
JIMI HENDRIX-INSPIRED LIQUEUR READIES TO LAUNCH
Tiger Paw Beverage Company has partnered with Leon Hendrix – brother of rock star Jimi Hendrix – to launch a new liqueur inspired by the late star’s songs.
CAMPFIRE WINES FOR SPRING
A few wine suggestions for your next trip out communing with nature.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/wines-to-go-with-camping/
AMERICA’S HEAVIEST DRINKING COUNTIES MAPPED
More US adults than ever are considered heavy or binge drinkers with women driving a rise in consumption, a county-level study on alcohol habits in the US has revealed.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/04/americas-heaviest-drinking-counties-mapped/
There’s fat in your wine, but the fatty acids are the issue
Wine does, strictly speaking, include very small amounts of fat.
http://wineoscope.com/2015/04/24/theres-fat-in-your-wine-but-the-fatty-acids-are-the-issue/
NEW JERSEY: THE MOST USER-FRIENDLY WINE REGION IN THE US
More than 45 wineries in three designated American Viticulture Areas, AVA:
https://grapecollective.com/articles/the-most-userfriendly-wine-region-in-the-us
Chilean volcano spares fruit
A volcano eruption in southern Chile is not expected to affect fruit production or exports to North America.
http://www.thepacker.com/news/chilean-volcano-spares-fruit
HERE’S WHY YOUR ORGANIC WINE IS ACTUALLY REALLY BAD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
The best bet may be buying from small producers with great track records
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http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
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Pedroncelli Winery
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/221367920/
May 12th
Joel Gott Winery
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/222018473/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Tuesday May 5th How To Read A Wine Label
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferings.cfm?tbl=course&type=FOOD%20AND%20WINE
Medway Community Education
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http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_2015_final_0.pdf
Registration Form
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Tri-County Adult Education 2015
Franklin, MA
COMING SOON!
We are partnering with ScanKart to bring Franklin Liquors to your phone. SIGNUP to get early access
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
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 04-11-15
April 11, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
04-11-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Lets Play Ball
Just In Time For Baseball Is A Graphic,.
The Price For A Small-Sized Beer At Every Major-League Ballpark.
GO SOX!!
Our Franklin Wine Club Radio Press
Thank You To WMRC Radio For Highlighting Our Wine Club
WMRC Good News Initiative – Franklin Liquors Establishes Local Wine Club
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Mike & Mark
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Music And Wine Tasting
Sparkling Wine Guide
AND MORE!
The World’s Dirtiest Wine Names
Here’s a survey of rude wine names, in alphabetical rude-word order.
In the Bag: US Thirsty for Box Wine
Sales figures indicate that box wines are becoming increasingly popular.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2015/04/in-the-bag-us-thirsty-for-box-wine
Can Music Change the Way Your Wine Tastes?
Studies show music can influence which wines you buy and how they taste when you’re drinking them.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/can-music-change-the-way-your-wine-tastes-1428071632
Best French Regions for Wine Lovers
Here is a guide to help you plan your travel to some of the best wine regions in France.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/findery/best-french-regions-for-w_b_6979600.html
Anchor In Cans
- Anchor Brewing is launching its Anchor IPA in cans for the first time. The move marks the third of Anchor’s beers to be offered in cans, with the IPA joining the brewer’s California lager and limited-release Brotherhood Steam Beer in the format. Anchor IPA began shipping nationwide in six-packs of 12-ounce cans last month. The brewer adds that its IPA, which debuted in bottles and on draught a year ago, has gotten off to a fast start, and it expects the new canned packaging to help keep its strong momentum rolling.
HOW TO BECOME A ‘WINE EXPERT’ IN FOUR HOURS
A doctor of psychology has devised 10 simple steps which he claims can set you off on the road to becoming a wine expert in just four hours.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/04/how-to-become-a-wine-expert-in-four-hours/
AMRUT LAUNCHES ‘WORLD’S FIRST’ WHISKY WITH ORANGE
Indian spirits producer Amrut Distilleries has launched the “world’s first ever” single malt whisky with orange, called Amrut Naarangi.
6 Reasons Why Wine is Confusing and What To Do About It
Wine is one of those groceries that, the more you know, the more you know you don’t know. Why is wine so complicated?
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/6-reasons-why-wine-is-confusing-and-what-to-do-about-it/
Bubbling Over
A Guide to Sparkling Wine
http://www.fix.com/blog/sparkling-wine-by-region/
More alcohol producers turn to organic ingredients
Some breweries, wineries, distilleries, tequilerias and other liquor producers have turned to all organic ingredients.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2015/04/05/alcohol-organic-ingredients/25330117/
Bordeaux Wine Sales in Pictures
A standard drink in the US contains 0.6 ounces of alcohol. This amount equals:
12 oz beer
8 oz malt liquor
5 oz wine
5 oz or a shot of 80 proof spirits or liquor (gin, vodka, rum, whiskey)
CRUZAN UNVEILS BLUEBERRY LEMONADE RUM
Cruzan infused lemonade with fresh blueberries to create the newest flavour, which is made from cane molasses and tropical water, and distilled in a five-column distillation process to create the “cleanest tasting rum”.
Slow Wine Magazine
Feb-April 2015 Edition
http://www.slowwinemagazine.com/en/numero/issue-5/
New Cavit Wine
Palm Bay International is adding a new Select Red Blend under its Cavit brand. Retailing at $9 a 750-ml. Cavit Select Red Blend is a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Teroldego and Syrah from northern Italy’s Trentino region. The second-largest imported wine brand in the U.S. market, Cavit rose 1% to 3.6 million cases in 2014, according to Impact Databank.
Sake In Kegs
Free Flow Wines is introducing what it says are the first sparkling wine and sake offerings in keg format. The Napa-based wine-on-tap provider has partnered with Banfi Vintners on a national launch of Banfi’s Eufloria sparkling wine in kegs, beginning this month. Meanwhile, Vine Connections has linked with Free Flow to offer its Bushido “Way of the Warrior” Junmai Genshu sake in kegs nationally starting this fall (following a California debut this spring). Free Flow says more than 3,900 on-premise locations nationwide are now marketing wines on tap, with strong growth ongoing. The company recently told SND it shipped the equivalent of 160,000 nine-liter cases last year, representing a doubling in volume compared with 2013.
Let’s Grab a Beer… With A-B InBev
Brewer Tries Unbranded Beer Image Campaign
http://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/a-b-inbev-a-beer-image-campaign/297968/
CORSICA: A SECRET BEAUTY HIDING IN THE HEART OF THE MEDITERRANEAN [INFOGRAPHIC]
BREWERS ASSOCIATION RELEASES 2015 BEER STYLE GUIDELINES
Put together yearly by the Brewers Association, these guidelines serve as a reference tool for beer experts and judges, highlighting various beer styles.
http://www.brewersassociation.org/press-releases/2015-beer-style-guidelines/
CAN TEABAGS OF HOPS SAVE YOU FROM CRAPPY LIGHT BEER?
Hop Theory will sell sachets filled with hops, spices and citrus designed to infuse a pint the way you would a cup of tea.
http://www.foodandwine.com/fwx/drink/can-teabags-hops-save-you-crappy-light-beer
Drawing upon the senses leads to good wine memories
Thinking in pictures and shapes – rather than mere words – will lead to improved consumer sensory memories about wine
http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/2015/04/drawing-upon-senses-leads-good-wine-memories
Looking for Good Wine? Start With The Appellation
There are laws that govern how wine is made and labeled. Some of these laws protect the quality of the wine too. So, if you’re looking for a good wine, one way to do it is to seek out wines that are on the highest tiers of their respective quality scale.
http://winefolly.com/review/looking-for-good-wine-start-with-the-appellation/
Top 10 Loire Valley Wine Producers
From Domaine Pierre Luneau-Papin to Michel Delhommeau, here are fantastic wine producers from the Loire Valley.
http://www.foodandwine.com/slideshows/top-10-loire-valley-wine-producers
BERINGER LAUNCHES SAMPLING STRIPS
Beringer Vineyards in California is pioneering a try before you buy scheme where consumers can sample three of its wines in supermarkets via “taste strips”.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/04/beringer-launches-sampling-strips/
The regions and characters to help you uncover the world of wine in Game of Thrones
Live in the magic here. Explore the wine regions from the arid Dornish Foothills, to the island of Arbor, to the Free City of Volantis. Learn what kinds of wines they make and what they’re similar to; did you know that an oaky Californian Chardonnay tastes similar to an Arbor Gold? See what the characters think of Westeros and Essos wines and discover what regions and characters you connect with. Do you align with Tyrion Lannister’s love for Arbor wines or are you more of a Lyseni and Daenerys fan?
http://www.vivino.com/news/game-of-thrones
Champagne: The Right Road
The champagne category needs to claw back its premium status to survive this competitive market. Giles Fallowfield reports
http://www.drinksint.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/5328/Champagne:_The_Right_Road.html
Emerging Wine Regions: Georgia
One of the oldest wine regions in the world cranks it up in the 21st Century
http://www.bottlenotes.com/the-daily-sip/regional-spotlight/wine-region-georgia-april-2015
Is the U.S. Poised to Run Out of Bourbon?
Examining both sides of the bourbon shortage debate.
http://www.eater.com/drinks/2015/4/8/8367315/is-there-really-a-bourbon-shortage
Need another reason to drink beer? Water conservation
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http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/
http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA
April 28th
Pedroncelli Winery
http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/221367920/
Franklin Adult Education 2015 Classes
Tuesday March 31st All About Green Wines
Tuesday April 14th Wine Tasting Using Quini
Tuesday May 5th How To Read A Wine Label
http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/LSDOofferings.cfm?tbl=course&type=FOOD%20AND%20WINE
Medway Community Education 2015 Winter Classes
Courses
http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_2015_final_0.pdf
Registration Form
http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_2015_registration_form.pdf
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
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 Weekly Liquor Industry News/Links 03-21-15
March 21, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
03-21-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Support Your Local Independent
A recent survey in UK found that only 5% of consumers buy regularly from independent wine stores. If we don’t support them, our future wine choice may be severely limited.
While we find it as hard to resist a good deal as anyone, We also want to see small shops thrive. And if you don’t buy at least some of your wine from them, that just won’t happen.
In The UK they started a campaign March For The Independents were small stores band together to support each other’s “small” businesses.
We get that concept now more than ever! That’s why we are all in on the new
#shopfranklin small business campaign in town.
We along with many other businesses in town are small family owned. We research products to sell that are small and family owned. At our education/tasting events we always stress you have a choice where your money goes. Its been said that 80% of wine sold in USA is owned by a handful of “winemakers”.
We will continue to support #shopfranklin and hope that Franklin small businesses never see only 5% of you.
Take Care
Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Arsenic In Wines
Job Lot To Sell Booze
All About Residual Sugar In Wine
AND MORE!
Regulators say powdered alcohol is illegal in Massachusetts
A powdered form of alcohol is off limits for sale in the state, regulators warned
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/article13937873.html
Infographics & Guide to Chardonnay Wine Grape Variety
Chardonnay is probably the most famous white grape variety in the world.
http://socialvignerons.com/2015/03/16/infographics-guide-to-chardonnay-wine-grape-variety/
4 ANIMATED RELIEF MAPS OF EUROPE’S FAMOUS WINE REGIONS
While each country is unique, and soil and climate play equally vital roles in what sort of wine you can produce, these maps offer a unique view of how and where wine is grown in Europe.
Food-And-Wine Pairing Rules Every Beginner Should Know, According To The Experts
Wine is a notoriously intimidating subject, but it doesn’t have to be that way
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/03/13/wine-and-food-pairing-rules_n_6840770.html
New Sandra Lee Cocktails
Diageo has partnered with Emmy-winning celebrity chef and editor Sandra Lee for the launch of a new line of premixed Margarita cocktails. Sandra Lee Cocktail Time Margaritas are available in Key Lime and Strawberry and made with real Key limes and strawberries, pure cane sugar, blue agave silver Tequila, Triple Sec liqueur and natural flavors. The RTD is gluten-free and has fewer than 150 calories per 4-ounce serving, the company says. The release comes ahead of Cinco de Mayo and summer entertaining. It’s being supported by Lee’s consumer magazine as well as social activations on Pinterest, YouTube and Facebook, in-store promotions, point-of-sale material, and a cause-marketing campaign, Cocktail Time for a Cause. Sandra Lee Cocktail Time Margaritas (13% abv) are available nationwide, retailing at $15.99 a 750-ml
The Roof Fell Through on These Wine Businesses
For a handful of small wine distributors in Massachusetts, the Foxboro Terminals warehouse facility was a great fit, until the roof caved in last month.
The Beer Briefcase
The Beer Briefcase is a metal-look briefcase with combination locks to prevent unwanted drinking.
http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/iivg/
SAN DIEGO GETS SERIOUS ABOUT WINE
If a wine region is ranked by how long it has been making wine, San Diego should be considered one of America’s top regions.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/san-diego-gets-serious-about-wine
Residual sugar in wine, with charts and graphs
Residual sugar is the sugar from the grapes that’s left over after fermentation; more residual sugar makes a sweet wine, and the absence of residual sugar makes a dry wine.
http://winecurmudgeon.com/residual-sugar-in-wine-with-charts-and-graphs/
The Real Cost of a $10 Bottle of Wine? $2.40
That’s the figure, according to Steve Melchiskey, director of importers USA Wine West, at ProWein, the annual wine trade show in Düsseldorf, Germany.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2015/03/the-real-cost-of-a-10-bottle-of-wine-2-40
14 simple hacks every wine drinker should know
Magic Hat Releases Big Hundo IPA Outside Vermont for First Time
Big Hundo tips the scales at the absolute peak of bitterness with 100 IBUs. Dry hopped with Simcoe, it gives off a heady hop aroma and is accompanied by a flattering dark golden body. Big Hundo has an ABV of 9.0%.
http://www.brewbound.com/news/magic-hat-releases-big-hundo-ipa-outside-vermont-for-first-time
Angry Orchard Green Apple Released in 16 Oz. Cans
As the number one selling hard cider in the US[i], Angry Orchard makes a variety of year-round styles
http://www.brewbound.com/news/angry-orchard-green-apple-released-in-16-oz-cans
TEXAS NOW 5TH LARGEST WINE PRODUCER IN US
Vine plantings are on the rise in Texas, which is now the fifth largest wine producer in America after California, Washington, New York and Oregon.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/03/texas-now-5th-largest-wine-producer-in-us/
KENTUCKY DERBY TIES WITH OLD FORESTER ON OFFICIAL MINT JULEP
The historic Kentucky Derby has collaborated with Brown-Forman to make Old Forester Mint Julep its official drink.
Guinness beer flavored potato chips now available in US
Now Irish food lovers, no longer have to choose between the two thanks to Burts Potato Chips, a British Snack Food company.
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2015/03/16/guinness-beer-flavored-potato-chips-now-available-in-us/
The 13 Best Beer Countries in the World, Ranked
If you’re looking at sheer production volume numbers, China is number one. If you’re looking at consumption per capita numbers, it’s the Czech Republic.
https://www.yahoo.com/food/the-13-best-beer-countries-in-the-world-ranked-113273604936.html
How to Make a Bargain Bottle of Wine Taste More Expensive
It’s called hyperdecanting and it has wine lovers frothing.
http://abcnews.go.com/Business/make-bargain-bottle-wine-taste-expensive/story?id=29691513
2014 CRAFT BEER DATA INFOGRAPHIC
Can a new Cava classification win over consumers?
Cava producers are gearing up to launch a new classification rank for single estate wines,
WORST BINGE DRINKING STATES IN THE US
Wisconsin was found to be the state with the greatest levels of binge drinking, followed by Nebraska, District of Columbia, North Dakota and Massachusetts.
HORNITOS UNVEILS SPICED HONEY FLAVOUR TEQUILA
This latest addition to the on-trend flavoured Tequila market is 35% abv with an RRP of US$19.99 for a 750ml bottle.
MillerCoors gains gluten-free certification for Coors Peak
MillerCoors has become the first of the big three brewers to produce a beer that received certification from the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, a program of the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America, the group said Wednesday.
MILK, FISH AND EGGS ARE IN YOUR WINE…SOMETIMES
Have you ever gotten to the bottom of a bottle of wine, and been met with a lump of gunky, muddy looking paste?
New Massachusetts Licensing Platform
Certificate of Compliance holders can renew their licenses online through the state’s new online system, the “eLicensing and ePermitting Portal.”
http://shipcompliantblog.com/blog/2015/03/17/new-massachusetts-licensing-platform/
Americans Have the Fever for Flavored Alcoholic Beverages
TIME LAPSE – CHICAGO RIVER BEING DYED GREEN FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY, 2015
“Very high levels of arsenic” in top-selling wines
They included Trader Joe’s famed Two-Buck Chuck White Zinfandel, which came in at three times the limit, a bottle of Ménage à Trois Moscato was four times the limit and a Franzia Blush had five times the EPA limit for drinking water.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/lawsuit-claims-high-levels-arsenic-found-some-california-made-wines/
FULL LIST OF THE WINES
Wine Institute Fact Sheet on Arsenic
http://www.wineinstitute.org/resources/pressroom/03202015
Ocean State Job Lot hopes to sell wine and beer in Leominster and Sturbridge MA
The North Kingston, R.I.-based discount chain plans to apply for a license to sell wine and beer at closeout prices
http://www.telegram.com/article/20150319/NEWS/303199837/1237
WHAT AMERICA DRANK ON ST. PATRICK’S DAY: INFOGRAPHIC
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/what-we-drank-on-st-paddys/
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Liquor Industry News/Links 02-14-15
February 14, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
02-14-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Our Valentine’s Gift Guide
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French Tasting
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Cheers! Study Says Red Wine May Help Burn Fat
According to scientists, ellagic acid retards the growth of fat cells, and slows down the formation of new ones. It also boosts the metabolism of fatty acids in the liver
Valentines and wines, a happy coupling
Here are some tips to keep in mind, and to keep things simple. Choose according to your budget and your appetite.
New Liqueur
- E&J Gallo is launching a new liqueur, Viniq, into national distribution. A blend of premium vodka, Moscato and natural fruit flavor, Viniq was initially tested in seven markets beginning in May 2014 and enjoyed notable success in the nightlife sector in Los Angeles and Atlanta. Targeted at Millennial consumers, the 40-proof liqueur “shimmers” when shaken for an eye-catching effect, Gallo says. Now available nationally, Viniq retails at around $20 a 750-ml. bottle.
A Short History Of The 12-Pack
Short history of the 12-pack
http://brookstonbeerbulletin.com/short-history-12-pack/
MAP: THE COMPANIES WHO ACTUALLY MAKE YOUR BEER
Malbec 101: The Shining Star of Today’s Wine Enthusiast [infographic]
This France to Argentinian wonder grape has taken over the vineyards along South America’s southwestern region.
Benefits Of Drinking Wine
Drinking a small quantity of alcohol daily, especially the wines, may be associated with an increase in life expectancy in middle-aged men.
http://www.sriexpress.com/articles/item/1007-benefits-of-drinking-wine-.html
Bostonians are drinking wine, not tea! Is it from your winery?
For a $300 initial fee, and $150 per year thereafter, you get representation before the people of the 4th largest state in per capita wine consumption. Better still, total wine shipments are expected to grow tremendously over the course of the next decade.
http://www.winedirect.com/blog/Bostonians-are-drinking-wine–not-tea—Is-it-from-your-winery-
Explore the science of flavour
We don’t all experience flavour the same way, and how we do so can be affected by food and drink’s colours, sounds – and music
http://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/feb/06/explore-science-flavour-food-drink
FUN FACTS ABOUT NEW ZEALAND WINE
Top 20 in both wine consumption and wine production, Grape Collective takes a closer look at some fun facts about New Zealand wine.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/fun-facts-about-new-zealand-wine
U.S. approves The Rocks District AVA on Oregon side of Walla Walla Valley
It’s official: the Rocks District of Milton-Freewater AVA has been designated a subappellation of the Walla Walla Valley AVA
http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=145928
WHAT YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY WINE SELECTION SAYS ABOUT WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR IN A RELATIONSHIP
Valentine’s Day, the one day out of the entire year where even if you happen to be more a fan of another type of booze, more than likely you’ll be ordering or picking up a bottle of wine for the evening
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/valentines-day-wine-selection-says-youre-looking-relationship/
RED WINE MORE ROMANTIC THAN OYSTERS
Red wine is more likely to put you in the mood for romance than oysters, whipped cream or asparagus, according to Bookatable.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/02/red-wine-more-romantic-than-oysters/
US ‘MOST ATTRACTIVE MAJOR MARKET’ FOR WINE
With emerging markets such as Russia and China facing disruption, Rabobank has highlighted a shift in exporters’ focus towards the US.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/02/us-most-attractive-major-market-for-wine/
Red Wine And Chocolate, Perfect For Valentine’s Day And Your Health?
Flowers, chocolate and wine are all staples of Valentine’s Day and recent studies are shedding light on the positive health benefits of the fancy confection and vino.
http://www.ibtimes.com/pulse/red-wine-chocolate-perfect-valentines-day-your-health-1810372
Languedoc, French wines with terroir, character and personality
The region is thriving with so many exciting wine producers you hardly know where to turn.
The Wine Market Council made its 10th annual presentation about U.S. wine
http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=145997
Aroma Development In Champagne
9 OF AMERICA’S STRANGEST ALCOHOL LAWS
The United States has no shortage of strange drinking laws.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/9-strange-american-booze-laws/
24 BOTTLED BLOODY MARY MIXES BARTENDERS LOVE
One drink for which many bartenders use a pre-made mix… the Bloody Mary
http://chilledmagazine.com/24-bottled-bloody-mary-mixes-bartenders-love/
THE 12 BEST NEW BREWERIES IN AMERICA
2014 was one of the biggest years in American beer history. Breweries opened at a rate of 1.5 per day and over 4,500 licenses were issued.
http://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/the-best-new-breweries-in-america-best-american-breweries-2014
BUD LIGHT BEER MOVES INTO COCKTAILS
Anheuser-Busch InBev is making a move into the successful US cocktail market with the introduction of Bud Light MixxTail next week
E&J GALLO LAUNCHES SHIMMERING LIQUEUR
Made from premium vodka, Moscato, natural fruit flavour and a “one-of-a-kind shimmer”, Viniq shimmers when shaken
RED VELVET CAKE BEER IS YOUR BOOZY VALENTINE’S DAY DREAM COME TRUE
You love red velvet cake. You love beer. And if you live in Georgia, you’ll be able to love the two together in a new release from Second Self Beer Company called Bleeding Heart.
http://www.foodandwine.com/fwx/drink/red-velvet-cake-beer-your-boozy-valentine-s-day-dream-come-true
Behind the Fifty Shades of Grey website and wine label
Fifty Shades of Grey’s two wines are Red Satin and White Silk.
http://www.wpsdlocal6.com/story/28069821/behind-the-fifty-shades-of-grey-website-and-wine-label
BEAM RELEASES LIMITED BOOKER NOE BOURBON
Beam Suntory is releasing a series of limited edition Bourbon’s celebrating founding distiller Booker Noe’s legacy as the “father” of small-batch Bourbon.
Proposed rule would alter the use of appellation names on wine labels
On Monday the Alcohol Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) proposed a rule that, if enacted, would significantly alter the way that appellation names can be used on wine labels.
http://www.wawinereport.com/2015/02/proposed-rule-would-alter-use-of.html
Organic, Biodynamic, and Natural Wines Explained
hopefully this article could help clear up some of the confusion
The best wine to pair with every kind of takeout food
What kind of wine should you buy if you’re ordering burgers, gyros, or sushi?
http://www.businessinsider.com/wine-to-order-with-takeout-food-2015-2
Wine label app creates gift message on bottle
The Tussock Jumper Celebration app uses QR codes to allow consumers to attach a surprise message, voice recording or video to a bottle of Tussock Jumper wine, making it the perfect unique gift for a loved one.
http://www.thedrinksreport.com/news/2015/15865-wine-label-app-creates-gift-message-on-bottle.html
BELVEDERE VODKA LAUNCHES WILD BERRY EDITION
Belvedere Vodka has introduced an “innovative” Wild Berry flavour to reflect American consumers’ demand for “refreshing rather than indulgent” flavours.
Liquor store approval in Natick MA prompts letter to state
A group of Natick residents is asking the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission to investigate selectmen’s vote to approve a national chain liquor store opening in town.
http://natick.wickedlocal.com/article/20150211/NEWS/150218864
Think pink: Rosé wine is fresh, zesty and perfect for Valentine’s Day
The color of rosé is the color of love. In fact, rosés and roses are pretty good matches for Valentine’s Day gifting.
http://www.adn.com/article/20150211/think-pink-ros-wine-fresh-zesty-and-perfect-valentines-day
Diageo Targets Wine And Beer Categories With New Product Rollouts
Diageo Chateau & Estate (DC&E) is rolling out a new California wine brand to the U.S. market this spring, Truvée Wines. Derived from the French word “to find,” Truvée is a Central Coast-sourced label created by sisters Robin and Andréa McBride, who grew up separately in Monterey, California and Marlborough, New Zealand respectively. The two sisters are seeking to combine the knowledge gained in the wine regions in which they were raised with the Truvée brand, which includes a lightly oaked Chardonnay and a Rhône-style red blend, both retailing at $16 a bottle.
DC&E is also hitting the market with the relaunched Chateau La Paws Wines, which supports animal rescue efforts through a partnership with North Shore Animal League America (NSALA). Twelve different rescued dogs are featured on the rotating labels for Chateau La Paws’ Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Red Wine Blend (all $12.99), which were crafted by veteran winemaker Marty Spate.
Meanwhile, Diageo is set to begin test marketing a new beer brand, Thump Keg Brewing Co., which crafts beers related to Diageo spirit labels like George Dickel and Peligroso Tequila. Testing in select markets like Nashville, Austin and New York City, Thump Keg is debuting with a Rye IPA (6.2% abv) and an Agave Amber Ale (5.8% abv). Both retail at $9.49 a six-pack of 12-ounce bottles and are also available in 20-liter kegs. Thump Keg Rye IPA uses the same underlying grains for its mash bill as those used for George Dickel Rye Whisky, while Agave Amber Ale, inspired by Peligroso, uses blue agave in its recipe.
The end of the three-tier system?
Three-tier as we know it will break down because it will be too expensive and too complicated to work the way it does now. Even the distributors, who have the most to lose, will want to change it to make it more consumer-friendly.
http://winecurmudgeon.com/the-end-of-the-three-tier-system/
Wine Market Council Releases 2014 Consumer Consumption Habits
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/02/prweb12512630.htm
How to buy wine at the grocery store
Why We Want You To Shop With Us!
The supermarket Great Wall of Wine is the Rubik’s Cube of wine buying, with hundreds and hundreds of bottles to choose from, confusing pricing, and no one to ask for help.
http://winecurmudgeon.com/how-to-buy-wine-at-the-grocery-store/
Step-by-step procedure for tasting fine wines.
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Our Wines Are On Vinobly
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Liquor Industry News/Links 01-24-15
January 24, 2015Liquor Industry News/Links
01-24-15
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
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Best Wines to Pair with Baked Eggs
Here are four wine pairing approaches to try with your baked eggs.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/1/17/best-wines-to-pair-with-baked-eggs
Sipping Liquor before Bed disrupts Sleeping Pattern
A new study has debunked the long-held popular belief that booze before bed helps nod-off. The study has showed that a small tipple before bed has great potential to disrupt sleeping patterns.
http://newsmaine.net/22089-sipping-liquor-bed-disrupts-sleeping-pattern
BETHENNY FRANKEL REPORTEDLY LAUNCHING SKINNYGIRL MARIJUANA
Bethenny Frankel, the founder of Skinnygirl cocktails, has been spotted visiting a cannabis dispensary in the US amid claims she is to launch Skinnygirl Marijuana.
SVEDKA MOVES INTO 100 PROOF VODKA CATEGORY
The Constellation Brands-owned vodka will launch Svedka 100 Proof and Svedka Grapefruit Jalapeño in the US in March this year.
Hair of the dog? Introducing the beer designed exclusively for man’s best friend
Snuffle is a new Belgian beer brewed exclusively for pooches. Its makers say it’s good enough for humans, too
TTB Issues New Guidelines for Age Statements on Whiskey Labels
Require an age statement on the label of any whisky that has not been aged for at least four years
http://chuckcowdery.blogspot.com
How Discount Wine is Lying to You
If the region isn’t listed on the front label, check the back label. The TTB requires wines to list the origin
http://winefolly.com/update/good-cheap-wine-is-lying-to-you/
Is Azerbaijan the 2nd Oldest Wine Region?
Azerbaijan, which is located on the Caspian Sea just south of Georgia and east of Armenia, has a long history of winemaking.
http://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=144712
The top ten times to use your Coravin
Here are ten times you may not have considered using your Coravin (but definitely should)!
http://www.coravin.com/blog/usecoravin/
10 DIRTY SECRETS OF WINE (THAT NOBODY WANTS TO TALK ABOUT)
Real talk from the bowels of the vino industry—crack a bottle of Blue Nun and let’s get down to brass tacks.
http://firstwefeast.com/drink/wine-taboos/
Don’t be afraid to go farther afield for wine values
Emerging regions offer value, new tastes to broaden your horizons
http://www.unionvilletimes.com/?p=24473
Factors of Taste: Results from a Special Tasting at the Digital Wine Communications Conference
Can we always tell what makes us like or dislike a wine? How much of it has to do, strictly speaking, with the grapes and the winemaking? And, do we always understand exactly why a wine is showing well or not?
JAMESON UNVEILS ANNUAL PADDY’S DAY BOTTLE
Irish whiskey brand Jameson has revealed its fifth annual limited edition bottle design to celebrate its homeland’s most iconic national holiday – St Patrick’s Day.
Nebbiolo — Italy’s staid elder statesman of wine
Nebbiolo is a grape varietal from Piemonte, Italy, and it is one of the most traditional, intractable, stubborn old goats of the wine world.
How is your state doing? MADD rates USA on drunk driving prevention
MADD created a five-star system for the report that looks at five different areas of countermeasures that can be taken to prevent drunk driving fatalities.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2015/01/15/drunk-driving-efforts-across-usa/21776227/
What the Beer You Drink Says About Your Personality
What is your go-to beer?? Cha-Cha.com came out with a list that describes what your favorite beer says about your personality. How accurate do you think it is??
http://us995.cbslocal.com/2015/01/21/what-the-beer-you-drink-says-about-your-personality/
RED WINE NOW COMES IN POWDERED FORM, MINUS THE ALCOHOL…AND THE FUN
Sick of all the fun and joy that comes with drinking red wine but still want to bask in its health benefits? A powdered red wine will do the trick.
http://www.foodandwine.com/fwx/drink/red-wine-now-comes-powdered-form-minus-alcohol-and-fun
Here’s to tannat, a big tannic monster wine
Tannat is a big wine, a tannic monster that is bigger than cabernet sauvignon and perhaps even petite sirah. With more than 100 wine-grape varieties in the Northwest, why would we want another one? Here’s why.
http://seattletimes.com/html/pacificnw/2025339112_0118grapevinexml.html
CASSIS, THE BLACK CURRANT FROM BURGUNDY
The great Burgundian wine kingdom has a quiet cousin, a little dark currant that is happy to makes its home in the shadow of the famous grape. This unassuming fruit goes by the name of cassis, blackcurrant or Ribes Nigrum
Brown-Forman Extends Woodford Reserve Into Rye
Thriving Bourbon brand Woodford Reserve is set to add a new rye offering to its portfolio next month. Woodford Reserve Rye ($38 a 750-ml.) will initially launch in 15 U.S. markets. The Kentucky straight rye whiskey is 45.2% abv and marks the third permanent extension to the Woodford Reserve portfolio, joining Distiller’s Select and Double Oaked. Brown-Forman’s newcomer will compete with Beam Suntory’s Knob Creek Rye, which debuted in 2012 and retails in the same segment. Woodford Reserve earned its first Impact “Hot Brand” award last year, having grown by more than 75% since 2010.
How to Build a Whiskey Still in Less Than 2 Minutes
The A. Smith Bowman distillery has released a unique video capturing the build of its brand new 500-gallon still called George.
Foxboro MA delaying request for more liquor licenses
A move to petition the state Legislature for more liquor licenses won’t be going to the voters this May.
Where do tech-savvy millennials buy wine? Not online, Cal Poly study finds
Millennials, typically defined as those born between 1982 and the early 2000s, are known for being adept at using technology, whether it’s a smart phone, gaming console or social media.
http://www.sanluisobispo.com/2015/01/21/3453060_milennials-wine-purchase-study.html?rh=1
Harvard Buys Up Water Rights In Drought-Hit Wine Country
Harvard University has quietly become one of the biggest grape growers in California’s drought-stricken Paso Robles wine region,
http://www.businessinsider.com/r-harvard-buys-up-water-rights-in-drought-hit-wine-country-2015-1
Barrel-Aged Tequila Is the New Scotch
Here, three ways companies are using seasoned barrels to flavor their tequilas.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2015/1/22/barrel-aged-tequila-is-the-new-scotch
Private label wine: The future of the wine business?
Most states require distributors to offer every wine they sell to every retailer or restaurant they call on, so that it’s theoretically possible for someone else to sell Two-buck Chuck or Kirkland. But somehow, that never seems to happen.
http://winecurmudgeon.com/private-label-wine-the-future-of-the-wine-business/
TURNING WINE PASSION INTO PROFESSION
The real scoop on becoming a Certified Specialist of Wine.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/how-to-get-a-job-in-wine/
The relationship (or lack thereof) between scores, prices and appellations
Sub-appellations produce higher scores and prices than do the California, Carneros or county-based appellations.
PROPER BOURBON PAIRINGS FOR YOUR FAVORITE GIRL SCOUT COOKIES
A list of bourbons to pair and enjoy with your favorite Girl Scout Cookies
http://www.theimpeccablelife.com/girl-scout-cookie-bourbon-pairing/
Happy Birthday, Beer Can!
The first can of beer was sold on January 24th, 1935 in Richmond, Virginia.
http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2015-01-23/beer-can-celebrates-80th-birthday-80-years-of-beers
U.S. is top wine consuming country by volume, Italy leads per capita
The 13th annual International Wine and Spirits Research report found that Americans drank almost 340 million 9-liter cases of wine in 2014. Italians drink the most wine per person, though the rate is expected to drop.
http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/eats/top-wine-consuming-country-volume-article-1.2088489
Anheuser-Busch is bolstering its craft beer portfolio once again by acquiring a growing craft brewer, Seattle’s Elysian Brewing Co.
Is craft beer a threat to wine?
Wine industry leaders are keeping a close watch on the craft beer market, according to a recent report from Wine Market Council, (WMC) an association of wine producers, grape growers, wine importers and distributors.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/news/craft-beer-threat-wine
The new documentary movie “Somm: Into the Bottle” will be out Summer 2015.
Here’s a preview of the wines and places featured in the film, as well as the people.
http://winefolly.com/episode/new-wine-movie-somm-2015/
Local Brewery News
Worcester, Massachusetts’ Wormtown Brewery has completed construction of a new 10,000-square-foot brewing facility to keep up with growth. Wormtown’s new facility is 10 times larger than the original one and features a taproom, a 30-barrel, two-vessel configuration that will double capacity to 6,000 barrels, as well as a GAI bottling system that allows for packaging bottles to complement its 16-ounce cans. The brewery says it hopes to eventually reach 30,000 barrels at the new site and is already planning further expansion of the new facility. Two 90-barrel fermentation tanks are expected to be delivered next month, bringing the capacity to 10,500 barrels and opening the possibility of expansion to new markets.
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By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
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The Four Pillars of Greek Wine
Greece is one of the oldest wine producing regions in the world
http://greece.greekreporter.com/2014/12/14/the-four-pillars-of-greek-wine/
Natick selectmen to resume controversial liquor license hearing
Total Wine & More, a Maryland-based company with more than 100 stores across the country, hopes to open its first location in Massachusetts at the Cloverleaf Mall.
http://natick.wickedlocal.com/article/20141214/NEWS/141218086
http://natick.wickedlocal.com/article/20141216/NEWS/141217625/1489/FRONTPAGE/?Start=1
Profile of the US Wine Consumer
Who is the American wine consumer today? What types of wine do they prefer and where do they purchase their wine?
http://lizthach.wordpress.com/2014/12/15/profile-of-the-us-wine-consumer/
New Sutter Home
California winemaker Sutter Home Family Vineyards, part of the Trinchero Family Estates group, has launched a new red blend simply called Sutter Home Red Blend. The new release is made from California Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It’s packaged with a distinctive black label—a look that has become a prevailing trend among recent California red wine releases. Sutter Home Red Blend has a suggested retail price of $6.99 and is available nationwide.
BAR PROSECUTED FOR NEAR-FATAL LIQUID NITROGEN COCKTAIL
Court proceedings have started against a bar that served an 18-year-old girl a liquid nitrogen cocktail which led to doctors removing her stomach.
THE SCOTCH BRANDS TO WATCH IN 2015
Only time will tell if Scotch whisky can claw back sales after a year of decline, but which will be the three brands worth keeping an eye on in 2015?
New Spanish Cava
Spanish Cava brand Segura Viudas has debuted a new Gran Cuvée Reserva and updated the packaging across its line. The newest offering is a hand-harvested blend of Spain’s Macabeo and Parellada grapes as well as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which is aged on the lees in the winery’s subterranean caves. Gran Cuvée Reserva ($14) joins the estate’s top cuvee, Reserva Heredad ($25), as well as Brut, Brut Rosé and Extra Dry (all $10). The line is also receiving a new modern packaging design prominently featuring the Segura Viudas crest that celebrates the winery’s history. Segura Viudas is owned and operated by Spain’s Ferrer family of Sant Sadurni d’Anoia and imported by Freixenet USA.
New report: Wine will always have a place at the table
Wine Market Council conducted two online discussion groups to gain insight into the relationship of wine, craft beer and cocktails.
Selectmen Give 10-Day Liquor License Suspension to Waxy O’Connor’s
The establishment will serve a 10-day suspension with three days being a Friday or Saturday.
Limited Edition Dress Shoe Hides A Bottle Of Scotch In Its Heel
British shoemaker Oliver Sweeney has partnered with legendary scotch whiskey producer Johnnie Walker for a limited collaboration dress shoe.
http://www.businessinsider.com/oliver-sweeney-johnnie-walker-shoe-2014-12
Big Y opens Table & Vine Fine Wines, Spirits and Beer at Boston Road supermarket in Wilbraham
Big Y Foods Inc. has opened its fourth Table & Vine Fine Wines, Spirits and Beer location, within the Big Y supermarket at 2035 Boston Road in Wilbraham.
Chow Bella’s Quick Holiday Guide to Sparkling Wine
Hey, did you know that Champagne can only be called Champagne if it comes from the Champagne region of France? If it’s not, it’s just called sparkling wine.
http://blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/bella/2014/12/chow_bellas_quick_holiday_guide_to_sparkling_wine.php
Drinks to make your spirits bright
In addition to good food, glogg, mulled wine, colorful cocktails and festive punches can help bolster most everyone’s holiday spirit.
A beer for the Hanukkah holiday
After nearly two decades of producing He’Brew brand Jewish beers, Shmaltz Brewing Co. has finally brewed a special beer for Hanukkah.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2014/12/16/next-round-chanukah-beer/20462037/
America’s Fastest Growing Beer Brands
American beer sales have followed a downward trend in recent years.
http://247wallst.com/special-report/2014/12/17/americas-fastest-growing-beer-brands/
Peppermint beer? Try these 5 offbeat holiday flavors
Pumpkin is out. Peppermint is in. It’s time to warm your belly with seasonal flavors.
http://www.indystar.com/story/life/food/2014/12/16/local-beers-winter/20261037/
DIAGEO WINS TRADEMARK BATTLE
A Texas court has ruled in favour of Diageo and against a Canadian whiskey rival in a trademark lawsuit over its Crown Royal brand.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/diageo-wins-trademark-battle-with-us-rival/
Jackson Family Buys South African Vineyard
Jackson Family Wines, which owns more than 20,000 acres of vineyards in California and around the world, is expanding to a new wine region: South Africa. Wine Spectator has learned the company is buying Fijnbosch farm, which includes 20 acres of vines in the Banghoek Valley, a ward in the prominent Stellenbosch region, according to a spokesperson for the firm.
Jackson Family is planning to release 1,000 cases of a Chardonnay called Capensis made from the farm’s 2013 vintage, co-produced with vintner Antony Beck, a local whose family owns Graham Beck Wines. The purchase price for the farm, which totals 121 acres of land overall, was not disclosed. The deal continues a wave of expansion for the company, which has recently added vineyards in Oregon and California.
The Engelage family is selling the property, located near Bartinney and Thelema Mountain Vineyards, two top producers. Until now, they have sold the grapes to other wineries, including Jackson Family. South African wines have improved markedly and steadily in the past decade, though annual exports to the U.S. have plateaued at around 1 million cases
New Moonshine
Gatlinburg, Tennessee’s Sugarlands Distilling Company is adding to its lineup of moonshine offerings with the release of American Peach, created with TV personality Mark Rogers. Rogers, who appears on the Discovery Channel’s “Moonshiners” program, is the second personality to participate in Sugarlands’ Legends Series, following Jim Tom Hedrick. Sugarlands Shine American Peach ($25 a 750-ml. jar) will roll out in mid-January 2015 at retail in Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Indiana, West Virginia, Kentucky, Illinois, Minnesota and Florida. American Peach marks the distillery’s first 70-proof moonshine and joins other products including Silver Cloud Tennessee Sour Mash, Jim Tom Hedrick’s Unaged Rye, Appalachian Apple Pie, Blockader’s Blackberry, Butterscotch Gold, Old Fashioned Lemonade and Southern Sweet Tea.
New Harpoon Beer
Boston-based Harpoon Brewery has released Tuscan Pool Party—a new wine grape-infused beer—as part of its limited edition 100 Barrel Series. Created as part of a collaboration between Harpoon’s Charlie Cummings and Italian brewer Moreno Ercolani, Tuscan Pool Party is brewed with a Sangiovese and Merlot grape juice blend and Amarillo dry hops, then aged on oak spirals. The 7.6%-abv offering is currently offered in 22-ounce bottles, as well as on limited draft. Tuscan Pool Party is the 52nd installment in Harpoon’s 100 Barrel Series, which offers individual Harpoon brewers the opportunity to formulate a new recipe and brew a one-off beer.
COGNAC THE SPIRIT
Today more than 21,000 people work to produce and market 130 million bottles a year which are sold in more than 100 countries
THE HISTORY OF CHAMPAGNE SABERING
So who was the ‘genius’ to first sabre a bottle of Champagne?
10 Things Every Self-Respecting Wine Lover Should Know About Prosecco
Today, exports of Prosecco rival those of Champagne, in both volume and sales numbers.
http://blogs.houstonpress.com/eating/2014/12/best_prosecco_houston_christmas.php
6 things to know about Sauternes, Bordeaux’s liquid gold
The holiday season is a time to indulge, and Sauternes — the sweet white wine from France’s Bordeaux region — is a perfect fit.
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/12/15/6-things-to-know-about-sauternes-bordeauxs-liquid-gold/
The Art of Davis Bynum Blending: A Pinot Noir Clonal Lesson
Pinot Noir, a widely known grape, has several sub-varieties, referred to as “clones.”
http://www.dallaswinechick.com/the-art-of-davis-bynum-blending-a-pinot-noir-clonal-lesson/
DEAD SPIDER FOUND IN SMIRNOFF VODKA
Diageo has launched an investigation after a dead spider was found floating inside a bottle of Smirnoff vodka.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/dead-spider-found-in-smirnoff-vodka-bottle/
FedEx will begin shipping wine to Massachusetts on February 1st
FedEx announced today that, effective Feb. 1, 2015, FedEx Express and FedEx Ground will open the state of Massachusetts for legal shipments of alcoholic beverages
17 Bottles Of Liquor That Make Amazing Gifts
Business Insider reached out to our friends in the booze business
http://www.businessinsider.com/bottles-of-liquor-to-give-as-gifts-2014-12
Will Liquor Laws OK Drinks in Mass. Assisted Living?
In Massachusetts, alcohol in assisted living may soon become a reality, according to local reports this week on a state bill that has recently passed in Massachusetts’ Senate.
http://seniorhousingnews.com/2014/12/17/will-liquor-laws-ok-drinks-mass-assisted-living/
9 of the Year’s Best Red Wine Values
Food And Wines
Here are nine of my favorite red wine values from the past year of tasting, from wine regions around the world.
We Have Foxglove and Columbia Crest In Stock!
Other Damilano Wines In Stock As Well.
http://www.foodandwine.com/blogs/2014/12/17/9-great-red-buys
Gallo Releases Data On Consumer Wine Drinking
E & J Gallo Winery’s Consumer Wine Trends Survey asked where, when and how Americans are enjoying wine.
http://www.beveragedynamics.com/2014/12/10/gallo-releases-data-on-consumer-wine-drinking/2910/
New Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin
35 Maple Street Spirits of Sonoma, California has spiced up their portfolio with Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin, a new handcrafted gin infused with red peppers, black peppers and pimento. All-natural and gluten-free, Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin is available nationally for a suggested retail price of $39 for a 750-ml. bottle.
MA Jack’s Abby Announces Brewery Expansion
Jack’s Abby, one of Massachusetts’ fastest growing craft breweries, is set to embark on a major expansion that will more than triple its brewing capacity.
http://www.brewbound.com/news/jacks-abby-announces-brewery-expansion
Life with Wine: Oral Hygiene
How wine lovers can maintain a healthy white smile
http://www.bottlenotes.com/the-daily-sip/wine-tips/red-wine-white-teeth-december-2014
The Inside Scoop on How Wines Make the Wine Spectator Top 100 List
Everyone loves lists, and for wine lovers the only list is the Wine Spectator Top 100 that comes out near the end of every year – and has been since 1988.
How the physics of champagne bubbles may help address the world’s future energy needs
Uncork a bottle of champagne, and as the pressure of the liquid is abruptly removed,
http://phys.org/news/2014-12-physics-champagne-world-future-energy.html
Wine Books Make Perfect Last-Minute Gifts
A round up of some cracking reads and essential guides for wine lovers.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2014/12/wine-books-make-perfect-last-minute-gifts
PAPPY VAN WINKLE 20YO TOPS CONSUMER RATINGS
Buffalo Trace’s coveted Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year Old is the whisky most highly rated by consumers, a new report has revealed.
Pappy is the most requested item we can NEVER get!
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Holiday Gift Guide And Sale
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Liquor Industry News/Links 12-13-14
December 13, 2014Liquor Industry News/Links
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By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
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Clever wine gadgets to pop your cork
Wine expert Charlotte Sager-Wilde tests out some tools for wine-lovers to see if they’re a great idea or a gimmick
Wine cork makers seek to put a stop to declining sales
The world’s wine cork producers want you to know they’re sorry
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-cork-campaign-20141207-story.html#page=1
Wine Bottle-Turned-Lamp Is Held Up by Spurting Drink
It doesn’t even matter what kind of spirit you choose. As long as it’s a bottle, you can turn it into a lamp with just a 3D printing session and a bit of creativity.
http://news.softpedia.com/news/Wine-Bottle-Turned-Lamp-Is-Held-Up-by-Spurting-Drink-466802.shtml
TOP 10 NEW PRODUCTS
New Liquor products this holiday season
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/top-10-new-products-12/
OVER 65’S STINGIEST WITH PARTY WINES
Consumers aged 65 and over are most likely to bring cheap wine to parties according to a new study by Wine Intelligence.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/over-65s-stingiest-with-party-wines/
TOP 10 GADGET GIFTS FOR BEER LOVERS
Still struggling to find a gift for the beer-lover in your life? Our round up of nifty beer gadgets could offer some much-needed inspiration.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/top-10-gadget-gifts-for-beer-lovers/
Would You Go to the Wine Equivalent of a Tupperware Party?
This is a serious question. When a major wine producer embraces the Tupperware selling model, an at-home wine-buying party just might be in your future.
Minerality: Truth or fiction?
The term “minerality” is often used as a wine but has no real definition or generally accepted scientific basis for its existence.
Wine competitions need reforms to avoid leaving bitter aftertaste
Competitions typically charge wineries at least $50 per entry.
http://www.sacbee.com/food-drink/wine/dunne-on-wine/article4242725.html
21 Things People Who Love Wine Are Tired of Hearing, Especially From You Craft Beer Snobs
As everyone who loves wine knows, being a wino can leave you open to the commentary of others
Ship Wine as a Gift Without Breaking the Law
If you have a friend or family member who loves wine, but lives in another state, you may be inclined to ship some over to him or her as a gift.
http://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/shopping/2014/ship-wine-as-gift-without-breaking-law/
Will FDA’s Calorie-Count for Alcoholic Drinks Affect Your Drinking?
A new FDA rule forces restaurants to post calorie counts for alcoholic beverages, but some drinkers can still find ways to hide from their caloric consequences.
http://www.nationaljournal.com/outside-influences/know-your-bartender-know-your-booze-20141202
Investigate whether the grapes grown at higher altitudes have more antioxidants and phenolic compounds
The hypothesis is that higher above sea level crops receive more solar radiation
The science of alcohol: How booze affects your body
Drinking alcohol can make humans feel pretty good, at least in the short term.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/30350860
Fight fire with vino: A fire extinguisher in the guise of a wine bottle
The Wine Bottle Fire Extinguisher is skinned with a wine bottle, olive oil, or basaltic vinegar label, so it looks right at home on a kitchen countertop.
http://www.digitaltrends.com/home/fight-fire-vino-fire-extinguisher-guise-wine-bottle/
The everything-under-$60 beer lover’s gift guide
The shopping guide for every beer lover on your list.
http://draftmag.com/2014-gift-guide-beer/
TOP 10 ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS SPIRITS
It’s that time of year when bottles of sloe gin fly off the shelves, but this Christmas there are plenty of festive alternatives to choose from.
Mass. farmer-wineries decry change to law
Under the new rules, farmer-wineries can get a license to ship directly to consumers. But if they want to continue selling to stores and restaurants, they would now have to go through one of the state’s alcohol distributors, who might be uninterested in taking on the low-volume businesses.
8 Winter Beers & A Cider To Try Now Before They Are Gone
Amidst the glut of holiday seasonals The New School has painstakingly identified the best 8 Winter Beers & a Cider to try now before they are gone.
http://newschoolbeer.com/2014/12/eight-beers-ciders-winter-must-try-now.html
Skipjacks Handed Seven-Day Liquor License Suspension, Punishment for Waxy O’Connors to Come Next Week
Skipjack’s at Patriot Place will be barred from serving alcohol for seven days.
The Incredible Story Of Starting The World’s Largest Wine Brand, Barefoot Wines
They successfully sold the brand to E&J Gallo in 2005 and Barefoot is now the largest wine brand in the world.
ZIPZ WINE GETS FUNDING ON SHARK TANK
Single serve wine brand Zipz has secured a record $2.5m in funding on the US equivalent of Dragon’s Den, called Shark Tank on ABC.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/12/zipz-wine-gets-2-5m-funding-on-shark-tank
Wine Glasses: Three Fun Ways To Personalize Them
Personalized wine glasses will come in handy when you are enjoying wine with several people or hosting a party or dinner.
http://www.webpronews.com/wine-glasses-three-fun-ways-to-personalize-them-2014-12
14 Hands a Washington wine phenomenon
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates created the brand in 2005 as a restaurant-only label.
http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20141210/BLOG5203/141219984
Top 100 Wines: The Best of the West Coast in 2014
S.F. Chronicle’s Top 100 Wines of 2014
Seven hot toddies for a cold day
A classic, simple mix of whisky (or brandy or whatever), honey, lemon and hot tea (or hot water), it’s a cure for what ails ya
http://www.examiner.com/article/seven-hot-toddies-for-a-cold-day
MAKER’S MARK HIT WITH ‘HANDMADE’ LAWSUIT
Maker’s Mark has become the latest spirit brand to find itself in the midst of a lawsuit alleging false advertising promoting the Kentucky Bourbon as handmade.
MAP: Where Did Your State Get Its Booze During Prohibition
31 of the Best and Worst Christmas Ales
Here they all are, counting down to the Prima Melior, the best of the best.
http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2014/12/31-of-the-best-and-worst-christmas-ales.html?a=1
More Liquor Licenses Approved For Mansfield MA
The legislation that included nine more licenses for Mansfield was recently signed by Gov. Deval Patrick.
http://patch.com/massachusetts/mansfield-ma/more-liquor-licenses-approved-mansfield
State’s largest liquor store to open in Salem NH
Renovations to begin in January
http://www.nhbr.com/December-26-2014/States-largest-liquor-store-to-open-in-Salem/
23 Craft Distilleries Every Liquor Lover Should Know
American craft distilleries are getting attention both here as well as across the pond.
Bota Box Spearheads Innovation In The 1.5-Liter Wine Category With Launch Of Bota Brick
NAPA, Calif., Dec. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Bota Box, the nation’s leading eco-friendly wine producer of premium 3-liter varietals, announces the launch of Bota Brick, a groundbreaking new entry in the 1.5-liter wine category. Featuring the same environmentally responsible packaging as the original 3-liter Bota Box, Bota Brick offers wine consumers a new alternative in the 1.5-liter section that stays fresh after opening more than four times longer than any 1.5-liter glass bottle.
Chilled Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is upon us and yes, it’s time to shop for all those gifts.
http://www.chilledmagazine.com/Whats_Chilling_Right_Now-detail/chilled-holiday-gift-guide/
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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-29-14
November 29, 2014Liquor Industry News/Links
11-29-14
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Small Business Saturday Is Here!
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Do you need to smell wine to enjoy it?
Even if you’ve lost the ability to smell, you can still sniff out a good wine by focusing on your other senses, says Victoria Moore
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/wine/11242783/Do-you-need-to-smell-wine-to-enjoy-it.html
3 breweries offer solid pumpkin beers
We still have MANY Pumpkin beers in stock.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2014/11/23/beer-man-punkin-ale/19334723/
JAMESON: A BRAND HISTORY
Two centuries since its birth, Jameson Irish whiskey – with its charm rooted in the streets of Dublin – can now boast its global appeal, writes Tom Bruce-Gardyne.
How Climate Change Will End Wine As We Know It
Hotter and less predictable temperatures mean that much of the world’s premium wine regions are now under threat and new ones are emerging. How the wine industry is — and isn’t — reacting says a lot about the future of agriculture.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/sandraeallen/how-climate-change-will-end-wine-as-we-know-it
WINE MOUTH SPRAY LAUNCHED
In time for the release of 2014 Beaujolais Nouveau last Thursday, a Lithuanian advertising agency has launched a wine mouth spray.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/wine-mouth-spray-launched/
Busting Wine Myths That Are 100% Wrong
It never ceases to amaze me when I hear of someone turning down a glass of wine because of the carbs.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sharon-sevrens/busting-wine-myths-that-a_1_b_6198384.html
New Direct Wine Shipper License Applications Now Available for Massachusetts
The 7-page application is fairly straightforward
Festive Wines Yule Love
Celebrate the Season
TOP 10 GADGET GIFTS FOR WINE LOVERS
What do you get the wine lover who has everything?
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/top-10-gadget-gifts-for-wine-lovers/
Fellow Celiacs: Are You Drinking Your Gluten?
Beer, specialty coffee drinks and wine coolers could be sending gluten to your gut.
Art in a Whisky Glass, Neatly Explained
Ernie Button, a photographer in Phoenix, found art at the bottom of a whisky glass.
5 Ways to Avoid Putting on Weight From Alcohol
As we head into the holiday season, monitoring your alcohol consumption so you remain healthy becomes even harder
http://www.blogher.com/my-social-drinking-has-led-weight-gain-how-do-i-cut-back?page=full
If You Blast Your Wine With Sound Waves, Does It Taste Better? We Tried To Find Out
Here’s a weird one to bust out at your next dinner party: A new machine says it can make your wine taste better by blasting it with sonic energy.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/11/22/sonic-decanter_n_6199732.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000618
The 100 Point Wine Score Explained
First popularised by America’s – and arguably the world’s – most influential wine critic, Robert Parker, the 100 point scale for evaluating wine has since become the default choice for wine critics and wine shows the world over.
Kim Jong-un drinks snake wine to boost his sex life
Kim Jong-un has been guzzling litres of rare snake wine to perk up his love life with wife, it has been reported.
http://www.thehealthsite.com/news/kim-jong-un-drinks-snake-wine-to-boost-his-sex-life/
What do beer writers think of beer certifications?
It seems like every industry has private (non-governmental) certifications that can be earned by professionals looking to expand their knowledge, improve their skills, and advance their career.
http://blog.timesunion.com/beer/what-do-beer-writers-think-of-beer-certifications/3225/
Could This Device Destroy the Craft Beer Industry?
The Brits – those crafters of fine beer and ale – have just gone and created a prototype device that could revolutionize beer production.
http://www.wallstreetdaily.com/2014/11/25/hoppier-device-craft-beer/
What Is Ginger Beer, Anyway?
In comparison to ginger ale, ginger beer is more robust in flavor with a spicy quality
http://www.popsugar.com/food/What-Ginger-Beer-Difference-Between-Ginger-Beer-Ginger-Ale-7503333
Why It’s a Lot Easier to Spill Coffee than Beer
As opposed to carbonated beverages like beer, coffee often spills out of the cup regardless of how careful we walk. But why?
http://www.eastidahonews.com/2014/11/why-its-a-lot-easier-to-spill-coffee-than-beer/
Study Finds Moderate Wine Consumption May Decrease Age-Related Vision Loss
New study linking an active lifestyle and moderate wine consumption with less age-related visual acuity loss.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/11/prweb12344032.htm
‘DRINKING JACKET’ HITS KICKSTARTER TARGET
A jacket dubbed the “ultimate drinking accessory”, with its bottle opener zipper and dedicated hip flask pocket, could soon go into production after attracting $50,000 worth of investment from online backers.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/drinking-jacket-hits-kickstarter-target/
TGI FRIDAY’S SUED OVER DRINKS MENU
A man charged $10.39 for a mixed drink at TGI Friday’s is suing the chain, claiming it deliberately failed to print the price of drinks on its menu to trick customers into paying more.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/tgi-fridays-sued-over-drinks-menu/
The Bittersweet Tale of Sauternes
Why Sauternes Is Underappreciated
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/26/dining/why-sauternes-is-underappreciated.html?ref=dining&_r=1
Wine and Cheese Pairing Ideas
Check out these modern variations on classic wine and cheese pairings
Controversy brewing in Natick over liquor store proposal
Hundreds of people have signed a petition circulating at local liquor stores against Total Wine & More’s proposed expansion.
http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/article/20141127/News/141126901
Quini Newsletter
Our friends at Quini have a new newsletter out
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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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All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini
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Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.
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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-22-14
November 22, 2014Liquor Industry News/Links
11-22-14
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
Our Thanksgiving Wine Pairing And Suggestions Newsletter
This Week We Hosted Medway Adult Education For A
Wine And Pie Tasting With Big Y Supermarket
Have A Safe An Happy Thanksgiving
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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POLAR VORTEX MEDICINE DOSAGE CHART (WINE, LOTS OF WINE)
WHERE DO WINE HEADACHES COME FROM?
Many people repeatedly and predictably suffer headaches after drinking wine in moderation. Few know precisely why.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/wine-headaches-sulfites-and-biogenic-amines
Drinkers of the world unite! New alcohol lovers’ app labeled Facebook for boozehounds
Dubbed the Facebook for imbibers, a rebranded app hopes to bring carousers of every kind together no matter what their poison.
http://www.wineindustryinsight.com/ex_nf.php?url=http://rt.com/news/205179-swig-alcohol-lovers-app/
HOW TO MAKE SPARKLING WINES LIKE CHAMPAGNE [INFOGRAPHIC]
The gadget that makes ANY wine taste good: Sonic Decanter uses sound waves to ‘age’ cheap plonk and boost its flavour in 20 minutes
Now there’s a gadget that claims to make cheap wine taste better, by accelerating the ageing process using high frequency sound waves.
10 States That May Be Totally In Love With Craft Beer
Some states show their love for beer by proudly brewing their own. Other states show their lack of love for beer by producing a paltry amount.
http://www.thestreet.com/story/12955213/1/the-10-most-beer-loving-states-in-america.html
Cicerone Program Introduces New Series of Educational Courses
The Cicerone Certification Program today announced a new series of live educational courses, dubbed “bootcamps”, to help train and educate those who sell and serve beer for a living.
The 8 Wrong Ways To Drink, Serve And Enjoy Wine
Is there a “right” way to drink wine? I’m not sure. But there are wrong ways.
http://palatepress.com/2014/11/wine/8-wrong-ways-drink-serve-enjoy-wine/
New Bud Light Brand Extension
AB InBev is reportedly set to extend its Bud Light brand in the U.S. with Mixx Tail, a new cocktail-beer hybrid. According to Ad Age, the Mixx Tail lineup is modeled after AB InBev’s existing Quilmes brand of cocktail-like brews, which is currently marketed in Argentina. Available next spring, the Mixx Tail brand could include Hurricane, Firewalker and Long Island Ice Tea flavors, although AB InBev declined to confirm those details. Mixx Tail’s reported rollout follows the success of AB InBev’s Margarita-inspired Bud Light Rita range, whose core Lime-A-Rita and Straw-Ber-Rita expressions sold 10.5 million and 11.5 million (2.25-gallon) cases in the U.S. last year, respectively. Meanwhile, AB InBev recently announced plans to launch Oculto, a new 6%-abv Tequila-inspired beer, next year.
Boston Stores Where You Can Find Vinobly
We are proud to be one of the few stores on this app!
KWV DITCHES SULPHUR FOR ROOIBOS
South African producer KWV has launched a ‘natural’ Pinotage using Rooibos and Honeybush wood in place of the wine industry’s standard preservative: sulphur dioxide.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/kwv-ditches-sulphur-for-rooibos/
New Film About Midwest Wine in Production
Now a group from Iowa have teamed up to produce Wine Diamonds: Uncorking America’s Heartland™.
http://midwestwinepress.com/2014/11/15/new-iowa-wine-video-production/
Comparing the same wine sealed with cork and screwcap
So are screwcaps ideal for sealing fine wines?
2014 Vintage Report: California Wine Harvest
The first of our in-depth reports on how some of the world’s top wine regions fared this year
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/50894
How important is defining an AVA? Ask anyone in Paso Robles
Terroir is very real and defines regions.
http://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2014/11/18/paso-robles/
Giving Thanks to a Native American Variety: Norton [VIDEO]
Regardless of whether or not you actually like Norton grapes and wine, please enjoy Doug Frost, MS & MW, and his many personas in this short, humorous look into this native American grape:
http://www.academicwino.com/2014/11/giving-thanks-native-american-variety-norton-video.html/
The Surprising Things a Master Sommelier Can Teach You About Wine
Sommeliers are just one kind of wine expert who have sought out the training required to understand wine deeply enough t0 make our dining experiences fuller.
What Your Wine Choice Says About You, Whether You Prefer a Bottle of Red Or a Glass of White
Your choice of wine speaks volumes about
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bustle/what-your-wine-says-about-you_b_6042526.html
DRUNKEN BIRDS CRASH LAND ON BOOZY BERRIES
Boozed-up birds are falling from the sky in Canada after getting drunk on frost-fermented berries.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/drunken-birds-crash-land-on-boozy-berries/
20 boozy gifts for your alcohol-loving friends
Check out some of these gifts anyone would appreciate.
http://mashable.com/2014/11/19/alcohol-beer-gifts/
Expert Beer Pairings That Will Make Your Thanksgiving Dinner Even More Delicious
No more exciting time to pair turkey with one of the amazingly complex beers out there
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/11/17/thanksgiving-beer-pairings_n_6173648.html
Newcastle Introduces Scotch Ale
Newcastle is kicking off the brand-new series of “collaboration edition” beers made with some of Europe’s finest and oldest breweries.
http://www.beveragedynamics.com/2014/11/17/newcastle-introduces-scotch-ale/2729/
TOP 10 BIZARRE US DRINKING LAWS
From the practical and protective to the inexplicably bizarre, America is home to some of the world’s oddest alcohol laws.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/top-10-bizarre-us-drinking-laws/
TOP 10 WINE FAUX PAS
The world of wine needn’t be an intimidating gauntlet of unexplainable terms and stuffy etiquette, but being aware of these common pitfalls can’t hurt.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/top-10-wine-faux-pas/
Pabst Blue Ribbon Deal Doesn’t Involve Russian Brewer After All
beer wasn’t sold to a Russian brewer after all.
Exotic Wines of Southern France
Wine Foly blog
WINE, BEER & BOOZE PAIRINGS FOR EVERY THANKSGIVING DISH
FÜCKING BEER CAUSES OFFENCE
A beer supposedly named after the town of Fücking in Austria has sparked a new round of complaints after its ads appeared on the website of a political party.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/fking-beer-causes-problems/
Moderate Drinker Or Alcoholic? Many Americans Fall In Between
A lot of us make the assumption that there are two kinds of drinkers: moderate drinkers who have a glass of wine with dinner, and on the other end of the spectrum, alcoholics.
But this is not an accurate picture, according to researchers.
MA Company New Importer For Daniel Bouju
Classic Imports, a subsidiary of Massachusetts-based wine and spirits distributor Martignetti Companies, has been appointed U.S. importer for Daniel Bouju Cognac. The brand, which is produced from a traditional Charente still and double distilled, includes Fines Saveurs, Sélection Spéciale, VSOP, Empereur XO, Très Vieux, Brut de Fût and Royal offerings, ranging in price from $63 to $350 a bottle. Classic Imports’ other spirits labels include Gordon & MacPhail, Benromach, Brenne French Single Estate Malt Whisky and Domaine de Jouanda Armagnac
6 craft beer terms every beer geek should know
it’s helpful to get a grasp on some of the more common terms that beer writers and beer geeks use to discuss the beverage that enthralls them
http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-dd-craft-beer-terms-to-know-20141118-story.html
2014 Vintage Report: Italy Wine Harvest
Up and down “the Boot,” winemakers from Piedmont to Tuscany to Sicily report a challenging summer
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/50932
Is There a Solution to Bottle Variation?
Can closures be further improved? Would heat sensors prevent the sale of cooked bottles?
http://www.winespectator.com/blogs/show/id/50917
The Results Of “Would You Rather” For Wine Lovers
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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-15-14
November 15, 2014Liquor Industry News/Links
11-15-14
By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
This Week Our Franklin Wine Club Welcomed 90+ Cellars.
Our Thanksgiving Wine Pairing And Suggestions Newsletter Comes Out Next Week
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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Wine book for beginners revised for the 22nd time
Author and educator Kevin Zraly did just that and included his discoveries in the 30th anniversary edition of his classic, “Windows on the World Complete Wine Course.”
What Does Your Beer Say About You?
With beer as our national drink, it’s only right that the beer we choose is the one that would choose us if it could.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/theresabeerforthat/what-does-your-beer-say-about-you
America’s Top Imported Wine Sources
Fireball Cinnamon Whisky is hot
The flavored spirit has sparked a heated competition with Jim Beam’s Kentucky Fire and Jack Daniels’ Tennessee Fire
http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/eats/fireball-cinnamon-whisky-heating-article-1.2002175
10 Winter Beers You Have To Drink Right Now
The month that breweries release their winter beers.
http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/lists/2014/11/10-winter-beers-you-have-to-drink-right-now.html
Free Flow Wines Presents the Winners of the First Annual Keggy Awards for Wine on Tap Sustainability Achievements
Free Flow Wines, the pioneer of premium wine on tap, announced the winners of their first annual Keggy Awards that recognize wineries for their sustainability achievements in wine on tap.
http://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=141648
TOP FIVE WORLD WAR ONE DRINKS
As this week marks the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War One, here we assemble five famous drinks associated with the conflict.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/top-five-world-war-one-drinks/
Dark Horse Wines: Great Finds in Odd Places
On a quest for terrific wines from anywhere but the places you might think they were made, Lettie Teague discovers delicious surprises and very good deals
http://online.wsj.com/articles/dark-horse-wines-great-finds-in-odd-places-1415380580
How to pick the right wine for Thanksgiving (w/video)
There’s probably no more time that people stress out about pairing than Thanksgiving
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/wine/3046349-184/how-to-pick-the-right
Vine of the times: Wine region takes shape in South Jersey
South Jersey has 25 of those wineries in what has become a growing agricultural industry.
THE MOST AFFORDABLE ITALIAN WINES ON THE WINE LIST
here are the most delicious affordable Italian wines
http://vinepair.com/wine-geekly/affordable-italian-wines-wine-list/
Wine Spectator 2014 Top 100 Wines
This week started the release of top 100 wines in the world
http://2014.top100.winespectator.com
HAILSTORM DESTROYS CROP OF ‘HOLY WINE’
A freak hailstorm has forced one of Tuscany’s biggest producers of “Holy Wine” – believed to have been used in Mass in the Middle Ages – to forgo production in 2014.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/hailstorm-destroys-crop-of-holy-wine/
TOP 10 WARMING WINTER DRINKS
From hot toddies spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg to creamy treats laced with booze, this selection of winter warmers is sure to keep you toasty.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/top-10-warming-winter-drinks/
NFL PLAYER PENALISED FOR CAPTAIN POSE
A rookie player for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scored a touchdown last Sunday, but his Captain Morgan-inspired celebration incurred a penalty and an earful from his coach.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/nfl-player-penalised-for-captain-morgan-pose/
What is in the Bottle? Rules for California Appellations on Wine Labels
There are rules controlling the statement of appellation on the label, all of which are aimed at making sure that the label of the product accurately reflects what is inside the bottle.
5 Steps in Deciding How Long to Age a Wine
look at specific varietals and what to look for when aging wine
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/deciding-how-long-age-wine/
Top 10 Most Expensive Beers in the World
Here is Chilled Magazine’s list of Ten of the most expensive beers in the world.
http://www.chilledmagazine.com/Top_Tens-detail/top-10-most-expensive-beers-in-the-world/
EFFECTS OF BOURBON SHORTAGE NOW BEING FELT IN US
Liquor stores and bars across the US are now beginning to feel the effects of the Bourbon shortage “with no end in sight”, according to one producer.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2014/11/effects-of-bourbon-shortage-now-being-felt-in-us/
Easy Thanksgiving wine pairings
As you start to plan your menu for the big day, remember to consider which wines you’ll offer as perfect pairings for your favorite dishes.
http://hub.gmnews.com/news/2014-11-13/Arts_%7C_Zest/Easy_Thanksgiving_wine_pairings.html
DREW BARRYMORE LAUNCHES NEW PINOT GRIGIO
Hollywood actress Drew Barrymore has released a new Pinot Grigio under her Barrymore Wines label in partnership with California’s Carmel Road Winery.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/drew-barrymore-launches-pinot-grigio/
HOW NOT TO MAKE SPARKLING WINE
Everyone in possession of a soda stream and a bottle of wine has had this thought cross their mind. This video proves that it’s a bad idea…
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/dbtv/how-not-to-make-sparkling-wine/
Top 10 Beer Brands Worldwide 2014
5 UNAVOIDABLE REALITIES YOU ENDURE AT WINE TASTINGS
Things at wine tastings I’ve learned to recognize and deal with.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/5-unavoidable-realities-you-endure-at-wine-tastings
Czech doctors: Moravian wine helps erectile dysfunction
Moderate drinking of red wine containing the resveratrol antioxidant that stimulates blood circulation may help diabetics who suffer from erectile dysfunction
The 3 Beers You Need For Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a holiday built around getting together with friends and family over a gluttonous feast and a few bottles of something tasty.
http://www.seriouseats.com/2014/11/thanksgiving-beer-pairing-easy-three-beers-advice.html
Australia’s Peter Lehmann Wines Sold to Casella, Maker of Yellow Tail
Casella hopes its marketing and distribution know-how can help iconic Barossa winery
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/50841
Makes perfect sense
Before you open that bottle of pinot, make sure you have matching music on the stereo
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/viva-magazine/news/article.cfm?c_id=533&objectid=11357123
HOW A RATINGS SYSTEM DESIGNED TO HELP CONSUMERS IS TEARING THE $40 BILLION DOLLAR WINE INDUSTRY APART
Walk into a wine shop and chances are you’ll encounter shelf talkers and displays touting the ratings of the wines in front of you
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/wine-ratings-industrial-complex/
Selectmen Hand Down Suspensions for Liquor License Violations In Foxboro MA
nine failed on one night
The 15 Best Tequilas In The World
They ranked the brands based on reviews from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the International Wine and Spirit Competition, Wine Magazine Enthusiast, the Beverage Testing Institute, and Tequila.net.
http://www.businessinsider.com.au/the-15-best-tequilas-in-the-world-2014-11
ABCC examining brewers, others for law violations
Massachusetts regulators have launched an investigation into whether beer distributors, brewers, and retailers are violating state law by agreeing to promote certain beers at bars and liquor stores in exchange for payments that freeze out competitors.
New Canadian Whiskey Line
Diageo has officially launched Piehole, a new range of flavored Canadian whisky-based liqueurs. Debuting with a trio of Apple Pie, Cherry Pie and Pecan Pie expressions, Piehole is made with a blend of flavored whiskies aged between four and eight years and is bottled in Canada. The 35%-abv entries, which are targeted toward the shot occasion, will retail for around $14.99 a 750-ml. Piehole joins Crown Royal and Seagram’s V.O. in Diageo’s existing Canadian whisky stable.
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By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, QCE*
This Week We Had Our First Of Two Wine And Pie Tastings.
The Franklin Adult Education Class Took Place And We Partnered With
Our Neighbors Big Y Supermarket.
Next Wine And Pie Education/Tasting Will Be
November 20th For The Medway Adult Education.
http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_final_web_proof.pdf
Winter Is Here…Beer That Is!
In This Newsletter Are Winter Beers Coming Or In Stock Now.
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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A glass of red wine worth an hour of exercise
Resveratrol, an antioxidant found in red grapes, improves muscle and heart functions in the same way as an hour of exercise would, Canadian researchers noted.
With less regulation, it’s hard to know what the alcohol level is in a given wine
Last year, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau of the U.S. Treasury Department admitted that it was unable to test the alcohol levels of any of the 25,000 to 35,000 wines that are sold in the U.S. market annually.
http://www.kansascity.com/living/liv-columns-blogs/chow-town/article3515786.html
33 Wine Bottles Every Design Lover Should See
If picking a wine based on the label is wrong, I don’t want to be right.
http://www.buzzfeed.com/ryankincaid/lorem-ipsum-in-vino-veritas
Easy Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
First of many Thanksgiving pairings to come.
Women more likely than men to admit they sometimes polish off a whole bottle of wine in one go
A new report has found women are more likely than men to drink a whole bottle of wine in one sitting.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2818529/Women-likely-men-admit-polishing-bottle-wine.html
Vermouth is enjoying a revival
To be fair, in Europe, vermouth never completely lost its role as an excellent aperitif
http://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/wine-vermouth-is-enjoying-a-revival-1-3591622
Cheap Paper On A Wine Label May Indicate Lousy Quality
Picking out a quality wine is tough. You can use an app or a list, but in a pinch, try judging the quality of the label.
Follow Up On Label=Quality
Four wine myths that confuse consumers
But to say that label quality has anything to do with wine quality is foolish
http://winecurmudgeon.com/four-wine-myths-that-confuse-consumers/
Valar Morghulis is a ‘Thrones’ beer to die for
USA Today Review: IN STOCK!
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2014/11/02/beer-man-valar-morghulis/18233765/
How does unpasteurised beer work? [infographic]
VIDEO CAPTURES GROWING SEASON IN 50 SECONDS
Winemakers in New Zealand have released a time-lapse video capturing a vineyard’s entire 2014 growing season in just 50 seconds.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/dbtv/video-captures-growing-season-in-50-seconds/
Winter Beers Coming Soon Or In Stock Now
NEW Shandy from Leinenkugel’s
Did you know the great state of Wisconsin produces mroe cranberries than any state in America? Our hometown pride inspired us to brew Leinenkugel’s Cranberry Ginger Shandy. The combination of traditional wheat beer with natural cranberry flavor and a note of ginger is as refreshing as a toboggan ride Out Here.
BLUE MOON MOUNTAIN ABBEY ALE
It’s no secret that it gets pretty cold here in Colorado. So early on in the brewery’s
history, our brewmasters wanted to create a beer that would do the trick on a
snow winter day. Today, we craft our winter wonder with roasted malts and dark,
Belgian candi sugar for rich caramel and toffee notes. It’s perfect on those winter
days when you’re stuck inside.
HARPOON CHOCOLATE STOUT
A chocolate stout is a beer with a noticeable dark chocolate flavor. This flavor
is created from the use of darker, more aromatic malt that has been roasted or
kilned until it acquires a chocolate color. Harpoon Chocolate Stout is brewed with
an abundance of chocolate malt and a touch of chocolate.
HARPOON WINTER WARMER
Brewed since 1988, this beer has become a New England seasonal classic.
Cinnamon and nutmeg dominate the aroma. The taste is a rich combination of
the holiday spices and the hearty malt backbone. There is a mild sweetness to the
finish along wit the lingering flavor of the spices.
IN STOCK
HARPOON U.F.O. GINGERLAND
Inspired by the classic tale. Cinnamon, clove, and ginger combine with an
unfiltered wheat beer in this deliciously spiced, gingerbread-inspired beer.
IN STOCK
IPSWICH WINTER
A British style Old Ale perfect for easing the cold winter months, our Winter Ale
offers a malt selection with hints of fig and chocolate, creating the perfect cozy
balance of hops and malt.
PEAK ORGANIC WINTER SESSION ALE
This winter wheat beer uses dark malting to provide subtle toasty notes. We then
single-hop and dry-hop this beer with Citra hops from our friend Brad’s farm.
Interesting pineapple notes from the Citra hop provide a stark contrast to the
toasty notes in the body. An engaging and sessionable Winter Seasonal.
IN STOCK
SAMUEL ADAMS WINTER LAGER
Bold and rich, with a touch of holiday spice, Samuel Adams Winter Lager is a
wonderful way to enjoy the cold evenings that accompany the season.
IN STOCK
SAMUEL ADAMS SMALL BATCH SERIES: MERRY MAKER
This rich dark gingerbread stout entices with the aromas of the holidays. The
flavor of gingerbread comes alive, beginning with the smooth sweetness and
heartiness of dark roasted malts and a touch of wheat. But it’s the intensity and
spices of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and ginger that add a wicked kick for a jolly
playful brew full of merry mischief.
SAMUEL ADAMS WHITE CHRISTMAS
A special time of year calls for a special brew. For us, this brew combines the
crispness of a white ale with the warmth of familiar holiday spices.
IN STOCK
SHIPYARD GINGERBREADHEAD
Shipyard GingerBreadHead Ale is like a spicy, rich, gingerbread cookie you can
drink. The warm flavors of molasses and brown sugar are accented with ginger,
cloves, and cinnamon. This beer rides into town just for the winter, so get it while
it lasts.
IN STOCK
Magic Hat
South Burlington, Vermont’s Magic Hat Brewing Company is releasing a limited edition holiday raspberry stout, Feast of Fools. Previously only available at the brewery, this year 6,000 22-ounce bottles of the brew will be sold at select retailers nationwide. The 6%-abv stout features a sweet nose supported by cocoa and dark chocolate from the malts, the company says. Magic Hat will donate $5,000 from Feast of Fools’ sales to the Vermont Food Bank. Magic Hat is part of the portfolio of Cerveceria Costa Rica’s North American Breweries, along with brands such as Labatt, Genesee, Pyramid and Honey Brown Lager.
TRAVELER JOLLY TRAVELER
Driven by a desire to embrace all things wintry, the Jolly Traveler warms the spirit
during the months when it’s needed most. Embracing the flavors of the season,
Jolly is the first-ever winter shandy with notes of orange, pomegranate and spice.
We proudly introduce the Jolly Traveler, a cool fellow with a WINTRY disposition.
WACHUSETT WINTER ALE
Made with smoked and special malts, this rich, savory Scotch Ale will keep you
warm through the holidays and well after. First brewed in 1995, it’s our oldest,
strongest, and most complex seasonal.
Anchor Christmas Ale
San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company is releasing this year’s edition of its Christmas Ale, marking its 40th annual holiday beer. Each year, the brewery releases a holiday offering brewed with a different recipe and packaged in different labels. The 2014 offering is a dark spiced ale with hints of citrus fruit, spices and piney hop notes, the company says. The packaging on this year’s release features a Giant Sequoia drawn by James Stitt and created to support the state’s parks foundation. Anchor Christmas Ale is available from early November through mid-January in six-packs and on draft, as well as gold-foiled magnum bottles.
Thanksgiving Beer
Why You Should Be Drinking Peanut Butter Beer
Powdered peanut butter is the preferred choice,
http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/beer/article/peanut-butter-beers
Women and Wine: Should They Worry?
How wine is used as a character prop on TV shows and may reflect a changing cultural perception of wine.
http://blogs.psychcentral.com/healing-together/2014/11/women-and-wine-should-they-worry/
Does California Have Too Many AVAs?
The main impetus behind the proliferation of AVAs can be traced back to wineries,
http://www.vinography.com/archives/2014/11/does_california_have_too_many.html
Bamboozled: What happens when a ‘thirty-seven-fifty’ bottle of wine really costs $3,750
I asked the waitress if she could recommend something decent because I don’t have experience with wine. Booby Flay restaurant
15 Ways That Turkish Wine Will Surprise You
Some points on wines from Turkey
http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2014/10/31/15-ways-that-turkish-wine-will-surprise-you/
7 EASY WAYS TO LOOK LIKE A WINE EXPERT WHEN YOU ACTUALLY KNOW NOTHING ABOUT WINE
here are little ways to make your wine drinking experience even more fun than it already is
Off-the-Beaten-Path White Wine Varieties
And Why You Should Try Them
http://www.fix.com/blog/branching-out-with-white-wine/
Off-the-Beaten-Path Red Wine Varieties
And Why You Should Try Them
http://www.fix.com/blog/branching-out-with-red-wine/
TOP 10 MOMENTS IN BOURBON HISTORY
Wars, Prohibitions and technological breakthroughs have all made their mark on Bourbon, making it one of the most fascinating categories in the spirits industry.
Wine Spectator to Unveil Top 100 Wines of 2014
The Countdown Begins on November 10 at WineSpectator.com
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2014/11/03/wine-spectator-top-100-wines-2014/
Improving the taste of alcohol-free beer with aromas from the regular beer
Consumers often complain that alcohol-free beer is tasteless, but some of the aromas it is lacking can be carried across from regular beer.
http://phys.org/news/2014-11-alcohol-free-beer-aromas-regular.html
Diabetes-Friendly Drinks And Cocktails
Most people with diabetes can enjoy some alcohol.
http://news.peacefmonline.com/pages/health/201411/221271.php
The 24 beers of Christmas: Two craft beer advent calendars
Great Idea using beer case as advent calendar. Canadians are always thinking!
http://blogs.vancouversun.com/2014/11/03/the-24-beers-of-christmas-two-craft-beer-advent-calendars/
The unexplored wine region of Moldova
Have you ever had a wine from Moldova? Do you even know where Moldova is?
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/11/03/unexplored-wine-region-moldova/
Wine Science Center to open next year at Richland
Finding a way to get wine grape vines to cope better with low and high temperatures is one of the many things researchers hope to discover when research and classes start next year Washington State University’s Wine Science Center.
http://seattletimes.com/html/localnews/2024949482_apxwinesciencecenter.html
Groupon Launches Private Label Wine Selection
Inspired by the company’s mascot, Groupon the Cat, the line includes four wines — Snazzy Cat Chardonnay, Top Cat Merlot, Chatty Cat Cabernet Sauvignon and Jazzy Cat Pinot Noir — and is sourced from some of California’s best wine-growing regions
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/groupon-launches-private-label-wine-143000585.html
Top Ten Beers to Try This November
It’s time to move from the light beers into something darker and more complex. We can’t continue to drink Hefeweizen and Pale Ale as the days continue to grow cold and crisp. It’s time to break out the fall beer. This is Chilled Magazine’s list of ten beers to try this November.
http://www.chilledmagazine.com/Top_Tens-detail/top-ten-beers-to-try-this-november/
Apple Cider Sangria
Ingredients:
Hennessy VS
Laird’s Bonded Applejack
Angry Orchard Cider
Honey
Fresh Lemon Juice
Cubed Red and Green Apples
Sliced Oranges
Preparation: Combine ingredients and garnish with an orange wheel.
2014 Plonkapalooza’s 50 wine contenders
The 50 wines Boston Globe tasted best!
WE HAVE 4 IN STOCK!
2013 Lossen Dr L Riesling
2011 Norton Reserva Malbec
2010 August Cellars Pinot Noir
2012 Pietra Santa Pinot Noir
The Whisky Bible 2015 rates rare Weller the top bourbon in the world
What’s the highest-rated bourbon in the world? It’s not anything bearing the labels Pappy Van Winkle, Woodford Reserve or even Old Charter.
Thanks to Vinobly, Wine Shopping in Boston Just Got a Lot Easier
Franklin Liquors is on Vinobly!!!
http://buquad.com/2014/11/03/thanks-to-vinobly-wine-shopping-in-boston-just-got-a-lot-easier/
Next Game Of Thrones Beer Revealed
Cooperstown, New York-based Brewery Ommegang has revealed the fifth beer in its series inspired by the HBO series Game of Thrones. Three-Eyed Raven Dark Saison Ale is a 7.5%-abv brew made with malted rye, midnight wheat and dark candi sugar, as well as Hallertau Spalt Select, Tettnang and Bravo hops. It will be available on draft in sixth-barrel kegs and in corked 25.4-ounce bottles ($9.50) beginning next spring, concurrent with the start of Game of Thrones’ fifth season. Previous offerings in the line have included current release Valar Morghulis Dubbel Ale, Fire and Blood Red Ale, Take the Black Stout and Iron Throne Blonde Ale. The first three beers all sold out, and Valar Morghulis is expected to do the same, despite a quadrupling of production compared with the first offering, Iron Throne.
“Wine dresses” tell creative story
Art and science have come together to create an art exhibition that represents both the future of textiles and the region.
https://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/regional/south-west/a/25437485/wine-dresses-tell-creative-story/
Budweiser Taps Millennials With #HolidayBuds Vintage Wooden Crates And Labels
We hear the wooden crate not for sale in our area.
http://marketingland.com/budweiser-taps-millennials-holidaybuds-vintage-wooden-crates-labels-106620
JAPANESE WHISKY NAMED ‘WORLD’S BEST’
5th November, 2014 by Lauren Eads
Whisky expert Jim Murray has named a Japanese single malt the best whisky in the world for the first time in his 2015 World Whisky Bible, calling it a “wake up call” for Scotch distilleries.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/japanese-whisky-named-worlds-best/
A Brief Update and an Educational Video: Wine Psychology
Dr. Brian Wansink, Director of Cornell University’s Food and Brand Lab, explains how expectations, environment, and social cues can fool us into believing that our wine tastes better or worse than it is.”
Anheuser-Busch InBev to Launch Tequila-Flavored Beer in U.S.
Anheuser-Busch InBev NV is launching a tequila-flavored beer called Oculto in the U.S. next year, hoping to attract younger consumers who increasingly choose liquor and Mexican beers.
How to Make Matthew Biancaniello’s Coffee-Infused Cynar
Cynar, the “artichoke liqueur,” With coffee
Wine Spectator: Who Buys Wine Online?
Online wine sales have been increasing in the United States at double-digit rates for the past five years. But that doesn’t mean they’re a major part of the industry yet. More than 80% of wine is sold in grocery stores, wine shops and other brick-and-mortar outlets, according to Nielsen. “Wine remains under-penetrated online at less than 2% of all U.S. wines sales,” said Michael Osborne, founder and vice president for merchandising at Wine.com. A new study by researchers at California Polytechnic University in San Luis Obispo sheds some light on the small but growing community of online wine consumers.
Based on a survey of consumers, researchers discovered that online wine buyers are more likely to be male, over the age of 40, married with children and have a higher household income. They also tend to be wine connoisseurs or enthusiasts and spend more on wine than non-online buyers. (An e-mail survey was sent to 3,000 wine purchasers with a 31% response rate; 23% of respondents had purchased wine online.)
When these consumers buy wine online they are generally seeking higher quality wines from recognized appellations and have a preference for family-owned or small wineries. They are also quite tech savvy and are more likely to use phone apps or tablets to research wine information. But these online wine consumers do not use Facebook, Twitter or blogs any more than non-online wine consumers. Surprisingly, Millennial consumers of legal drinking age currently purchase very little wine online, even though they grew up with the Internet. The researchers discovered the main reasons were that Millennials think shipping costs are too high and would prefer not to wait for a wine shipment.
Though online wine sales currently constitute a small percentage of industry volume, most experts agree that the channel will continue to grow, especially with Amazon entering the arena in 2012 and large wine retailers such as Total Wine and BevMo expanding their web presence. Wine Spectator has more on the Cal-Poly study and the outlook for online wine sales in the U.S. market.
ALCOHOL CALORIES ALMOST THE SAME AS ‘PURE FAT’
A celebrity personal trainer is warning average drinkers to be wary of their alcohol intake after compiling a revealing chart showing alcohol contains almost as many calories per gram as pure fat.
Perfect Parker Scores Keep On Coming
The number of wines given a perfect 100 points by Robert Parker and his fellow Wine Advocate critics stands at more than 500, and the list is growing with exponential speed.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2014/11/perfect-parker-scores-keep-on-coming
Recycling Recap: Which Wine Closures Are Recyclable?
Here’s a rundown on the pluses and minuses of closure types and what can be done to keep them out of landfills.
WE WANT YOUR CORK!
We Take All Corks And Recycle Them!
http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2014/11/recycling-wine-corks/
There are two countries that instill fear in the hearts and minds of MS students; countries that can inspire sheer panic in even the most confident candidate: Italy and Germany.
APERITIF WINES FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON
Lightly fortified wines are a ready-made cocktail—a little bit sweet, a little bit spiced, not too alcoholic, and already perfectly balanced.
http://theproof.bottlenotes.com/artisanal-spirits/aperitif-wines-holiday-season
Jim Beam Unveils Craft Series
New Jim Beam Signature Craft Series
http://www.beveragedynamics.com/2014/11/03/beam-unveils-craft-series/2674/
Angel’s Envy Cask Strength
Louisville Distilling Company has introduced the limited-edition Angel’s Envy Cast Strength. The new expression will be release only 6,500 bottles. The 119.3 proof Cask Strength is available for a suggested retail price of $169 for a 750-ml. bottle.
Bird Dog Peppermint
Bird Dog Whiskey has added Peppermint Moonshine to its portfolio. It joins the company’s hot cinnamon, peach, maple and blackberry flavors. The new Peppermint Moonshine is bottled at 80 proof and priced at $19.99 for a 750-ml. bottle. Bird Dog Whiskey was awarded a Rising Star Growth Brand Award by the Beverage Information Group for its 2013 sales
5 Red Wine Mistakes You’re Probably Making
From when you drink to how you work out, make these small tweaks to benefit—not suffer—from a glass of red wine.
http://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/5-red-wine-mistakes-youre-probably-making
PORT ASSESSES ‘INCREDIBLE’ COMEBACK
The head winemaker of Taylor’s, Fonseca and Croft Ports has hailed the “tremendous revival” of the entire fortified category as he defended a decision not to move into table wine.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/11/port-assesses-incredible-comeback/
6 WINE VIDEOS THAT PROVE WINE DOESN’T HAVE TO BE SNOBBY
We suggest you take a few minutes out of your day to be entertained as we were by the clever folks at the wineries represented here.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/6-wine-videos-prove-wine-snobby/
This Infographic Shows How Alcohol Contributes to Weight Gain
How to Tell if Wine is Corked
Cork taint isn’t easily identified which can make it hard to differentiate bad wine from wine that’s gone bad
Beyond Champagne: 23 Sparkling Wines of France
What’s surprising to note is that many of these regions will cost you less than twenty to get into.
Alcohol Scientists Exist And They Have An App
Next Glass is a new beer and wine recommendation app that uses science to determine if you will like a certain bottle of booze.
http://techcrunch.com/2014/11/05/this-app-tastes-better-than-a-wine-critic/
The 10 Most Expensive Wines in the World
Wine is one of the most savored drinks in the world, and also one of the most coveted and sought after, making a list of the most expensive wines in the world
New Crown Royal Apple
Diageo has officially unveiled a new flavored extension to its Crown Royal Canadian whisky brand, Regal Apple. The new offering is a blend of Crown Royal whiskies infused with natural apple flavors from Regal Gala apples and retails at $24.99 a 750-ml. The 70-proof product is launching nationwide, backed by a full marketing mix including television, print and online advertising, with a Regal Apple commercial set to air nationally on TV and social media beginning November 17. Regal Apple joins 2012 entry Maple Finished in the Crown Royal flavor portfolio. The top Canadian whisky both in the U.S. and globally, Crown Royal’s U.S. depletions advanced 0.5% to 4.25 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.
INTRODUCING SANTA MARGARITA RANCH AVA
Santa Margarita Ranch AVA as one of 11 new sub-appellations of the umbrella Paso Robles AVA
http://www.ancientpeaks.com/blog
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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
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