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Lot No . 40 Dark Oak Whisky , produced at Hiram-Walker Distillery in Windsor , Canada , is intended as a bigger version of the original Lot No . 40 . Like its predecessor , it ’ s 100 % rye grain whisky , distilled in a pot still , but with a higher proof ( 96 proof ), and twice barreled in new oak barrels . The suggested retail price is $ 59.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Now available in select U . S . markets , Citadelle Gin Vive le Cornichon is distilled with Citadelle ’ s process of progressive infusion of juniper berries and 19 other botanicals , as well as cornichon pickles . The first expression produced in the new Citadelle Gin Distillery . 87.6 proof . The suggested retail price is $ 29.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Cloudy Bay has launched its 2022 Sauvignon Blanc with new packaging . The minimalist label has been refined to a canvas-feel paper stock that silhouettes the Richmond Ranges of New Zealand , which are also embossed in the glass . The suggested retail price is $ 34.99 per 750-ml . bottle .
Kim Crawford has launched a French Rosé . The wine brand , known for its sauvignon blanc , had launched a New Zealand rosé in 2017 . The new rosé has notes of fresh red fruit , white floral aromas and ends with a crisp , dry finish , the company reports , with a suggested retail price of $ 15.99 per 750- ml . bottle .
Glenmorangie A Tale of the Forest is made a 92-proof Scotch from barley kilned with woodland botanicals , including juniper berries , birch bark and heather flowers and a little peat . Bottle imagery by Thai illustrator Pomme Chan , who took inspiration from northern Thailand ’ s forests . The suggested retail price is $ 102.99 per 750-ml . bottle . |
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Patrón El Alto Tequila is an aged blend combining extra añejo with añejo and reposado tequilas . Aged in 11 types of barrels , mostly hybrid barrels of American oak body and French oak heads . Launching in New York , Miami , Las Vegas and Los Angeles with a suggested retail price of $ 179 per 750-ml . bottle . |
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Woodbridge Fruitful Blends is a lineup of three sweet , fruity , lightly effervescent , lower-ABV wines . Fruitful Blends mix natural fruit flavors into Woodbridge ’ s California red , white and rosé wines — then add a hint of fizz . All three are 8 % ABV and available at a suggested retail price $ 9.99- $ 10.99 per 750-ml . bottle . |
The 7 % -ABV Oskar Blues Hazy Blues Juicy IPA features Citra , Galaxy and Strata hops . It is available now nationwide on draft , in single-serve 19.2-oz . cans , and in 6-packs of 12-oz . cans . The haziest nationally distributed IPA Oskar Blues Brewery has produced to date , the brewery says . |
Jamie Foxx and TGI Fridays Get Saucy
Actor Jamie Foxx has teamed up with casual dining chain TGI Fridays on a “ season of saucy ” menu featuring the Foxx ’ s whiskey brand , BSB – Brown Sugar Bourbon .
BSB-inspired menu , Foxx ’ s first project in the restaurant space , brings his favorite foods and drinks to life in bold new ways . For instance , the Foxx on the Roxx BBQ sauce is like an Old Fashioned cocktail in sauce form , the company says , with hints of warm spices and citrus , and a touch of chopped cherries .
The sauce can be added to several TGI Fridays signature dishes , from ribs to wings . The flavors of Foxx on the Roxx also pair well with the new Foxxy Mule cocktail , made with BSB , Monin habanero lime syrup , Fever-Tree ginger beer and a squeeze of lime .
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