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PRODUCTS
The fourth in a limited-edition series , Hennessy Master Blender ’ s Selection No . 4 is the result of eaux-devie singled out and set aside in the Hennessy cellars specifically for the master blender ’ s creations . The 43 % ABV single-batch Cognac has a suggested retail price of $ 89.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Woodford Reserve Batch Proof 2021 has the same grain bill and process as Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon , but bottled at a much higher proof — 128.3 — than the traditional 90.4 . The suggested retail price is $ 129.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Maker ’ s Mark Wood Finishing Series : FAE-01 uses an American oak stave seared on one side , and left raw on the other , to amplify dried fruit and oak flavors . The first of two complementary bourbons , followed by FAE-02 in the fall of this year . The suggested retail price is $ 59.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Marking the brand ’ s 175th anniversary this year , Dewar ’ s Portuguese Smooth is the third iteration in the Dewar ’ s Cask Series . It features Dewar ’ s 8 year-old double-aged blended Scotch whisky finished in ruby port casks . The suggested retail price is $ 21.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Part of a collection of lower-calorie , lower-alcohol wines , Cupcake LightHearted Sauvignon Blanc is 80 calories , 4.5 grams of carbs and 0.5 grams of natural sugar , with 0 grams of protein and fat . Vegan , and gluten free . 8 % ABV . The suggested retail price is $ 9.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Grey Goose Essences vodkas are infused with real fruit and cold-distilled botanicals . 30 % ABV , gluten-free , with no artificial ingredients , sugar or carbs . The initial flavors are Strawberry & Lemongrass , White Peach & Rosemary and Watermelon & Basil ; the suggested retail price is $ 29.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Bota Box Breeze , a line of 3-liter boxed wines , is lower in calories , carbohydrates and alcohol . Bota Box Breeze is now available nationwide in three varietals : Pinot Grigio , Dry Rosé and Red Wine Blend . The suggested retail price is $ 22.99 per 3-L box .

DALLAS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS OF FROZEN MARGARITAS

Did you know that Dallas was the official home of the frozen Margarita ? According to VisitDallas , the city ’ s official destination marketing organization , Dallas restaurateur Mariano Martinez invented the frozen Margarita machine in 1971 . The original machine now sits in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History next to Julia Child ’ s kitchen . What inspired Mariano to invent one of the city ’ s most innovative contributions to American culture , and an easy way to render a frosty version of the popular cocktail ? He says that he “ just wanted to keep the doors of my restaurant open and my patrons and employees happy ,” VisitDallas reports .
Mariano ’ s invention in turn inspired VisitDallas to launch the Margarita Mile experience and app in 2018 . The Margarita Mile is a self-guided tour through Dallas ’ distinct neighborhoods to sample its best and brightest Margaritas . As participants visit restaurants and check in on the app along the way , they earn points towards prizes .
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