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Four Roses Small Batch Wins!

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Congrats to Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon for winning Best American Whiskey Bourbon (7 years & under) at the World Whiskies Awards 2012!

Click here for more info on Four Roses.

Volere "Wine Couture" Coming to Slocum!

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Volere is produced by Cantina di Soave, one of Italy's most respected and progressive wine producers. Volere is an original quintessential collection of premium, artisan wines wrapped in an innovative, eco-friendly, sophisticated package. Volere's outstanding Italian varietals currently include Merlot/Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, and Rose.

http://volerewines.com/

Celebrate Spring with Spr!z

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Mionetto IL Spr!z celebrates the Italian lifestyle with one of Italy's most beloved aperitifs.

Crafted from the original Spritz recipe of the Veneto, Mionetto IL Spr!z is made with premium frizzante sparkling wine and natural aromas & flavors of fresh citrus & select herbs to create its authentic character.

Delightful when chilled over ice and garnished with a slice of orange or green olive. Salute!

Brooklyn Republic Vodka

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Brooklyn Republic Vodka is Brooklyn's only locally-made vodka, handcrafted in small batches by a master blender.

For more info, click here or visit their website at: www.brooklynrepublicvodka.com

Eau de Vie Has Arrived!

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Slocum & Sons is proud to announce these amazing products from our own local artisans, Westford Hill Distillers, located right here in Ashford, CT. These "eau de vie" (water of life) clear fruit brandies are distilled spirits made from 100% fruit. They are pure, delicate, and delectable!

For more info, go to: www.westfordhill.com

Stetson Bourbon Hits Slocum!

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000

John B. Stetson Bourbon has arrived at Slocum & Sons...84 Proof Kentucky Bourbon, made from native American corn & locally-sourced grain, double pot-stilled sour mash, smooth enough to enjoy straight yet flavorful enough to mix into your favorite cocktails.

Click our MEDIA page to read the latest review!

Mionetto Prosecco is HOT!

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Congrats to Mionetto Prosecco for winning the "Hot Brand" Award (Impact) 3 years running and the "Growth Brand" award (Beverage Info) 2 years running!

Mionetto, the preeminent name in Prosecco since 1887, is produced in the hills of Italy's breathtaking Veneto region. Mionetto's award-winning wines add "sparkle" to all of life's moments!

For more info, visit our website or go to:
www.mionettousa.com

Chopin Vodka Achieves Triple Success

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

We recently kicked off our exclusive partnership with Chopin Vodka and its owner, Tad Dorda, with a Tri-Tasting of all three Chopin Vodkas and we all agree these are the World's finest single-ingredient vodkas!

Chopin Vodka selects only the highest-quality single ingredient, whether it be potato, rye or wheat, and distills it in small batches through a simple process using purified water from its own artesian well. The result is a handcrafted, authentic Polish vodka of singular taste that stands alone in the market. In addtion, all Chopin Vodkas are certified gluten-free making them the perfect vodkas of choice for those with gluten sensitivities.

For more info, visit our Chopin page or go to: www.chopinvodka.com

UV Cake Hits a Home Run!

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Read this informative & favorable article about UV "Cake" Vodka and how it brings all those good qualities of cake vodka -- the delectable aroma, the sweet cake taste, and the endless possibilities for cake-inspired cocktail recipes -- without the harshness of other cake vodkas!

Click here to read more about how UV Cake takes the cake!

Reproduced from poetinthepantry.com

Revel Stoke Ahead of Its Time

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000

The world's first spiced whisky! Minneapolis-based Phillips Distilling Company first introduced Revel Stoke in 2000 and named it after a famous Canadian skiing mountain. But a decade ago, the market wasn't yet ready for a flavored or spiced whisky.

Dean Phillips, President & CEO of Phillips Distilling, can now reflect that, "Revel Stoke was way ahead of its time. But we were right! Just look at how the flavored whiskey category is taking off."

To read more, click here!

Americans Feeling Bubbly About Champagne

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000

...according to the Taste section of the CT Post...

Click below to read more about the upswing in the Champagne trend!

Now that's something to celebrate this New Year's Eve!

CT Post Champagne Article

Slocum brands Veuve Clicquot and Laurent-Perrier are two of the article's most notables!

BrewDog Makes Forbes List!

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Our friends at BrewDog made the Forbes "30 Under 30" list, which highlights super successful people under the age of 30 in the Food & Wine industry! BrewDog partners James Watt & Martin Dickie are based in Scotland, they were inspired by US-style brewing, and they are revolutionizing the UK craft beer industry!

For more information, go to www.brewdog.com

Slocum & Sons Holiday Schedule 2011

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Click here to view the Slocum & Sons Holiday Schedule for December 2011 & January 2012:

http://www.slocumandsons.com/go/uploads/Holiday_Schedule_2011.pdf

NEW Mionetto "IL" Lambrusco

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Joining Mionetto's best-selling "IL" range, "IL" Lambrusco has a delightful frizzante with crisp aromas and flavors of strawberry, raspberry and a touch of sweetness!

Mionetto is the number one Prosecco brand in America...and Mionetto "IL" is the "Top Value Sparkling Wine" according to Wine Spectator (Dec 2010).

www.mionettoproseccousa.com

The Napa Valley's Spooky Side...

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Do you like Ghost Stories? How about Ghost Wineries? Check out this article on the Napa Valley's spooky side and read about several vintners' tales and experiences with the paranormal! After all, why wouldn't "ghosts" want to hang around wineries, they probably like "wine" just as much as the rest of us!!!

http://www.slocumandsons.com/go/uploads/Ghost_Wineries_article_10-11.pdf

This is a photo of Chateau Montelena, one of Slocum's favorite "ghost wineries!" www.montelena.com

NEW for Fall! Molly's Irish Cream "Pumpkin Spice"

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Just in time for Fall...Molly's Irish Cream Pumpkin Spice is a delicious blend of fresh dairy cream and smooth Irish Whiskey, combining rich pumpkin flavor with notes of cinnamon, clove, vanilla & brown sugar. Enjoy neat over ice, or with coffee, in a seasonal cocktail, or on your favorite fall dessert!

Molly's Irish Cream Pumpkin Spice was the HIT at our Annual Portfolio Tasting at Slocum & Sons on October 2!

Pumpkin Spice Martini

Molly's Irish Cream Pumpkin Spice

UV Vodka Vanilla

Pinch of cinnamon & nutmeg to garnish

Mix Molly's & UV in a cocktail shaker with ice, strain into chilled martini glass, garnish with cinnamon & nutmeg!

The Legend has Landed...

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Hotel California Tequila USA is the sole importer of this ultra premium spirit. Partnering with the original Hotel California in Baja California, Sur (est. 1950), their tequila is composed from a strictly artisanal approach. Using only Blue Weber Agave with modern distillation techniques, they produce tequilas with exceptional personality and distinction. Hotel California Tequila won double-gold at the World Spirits Competition in San Francisco!

Try Hotel California Tequila today...you won't forget the name...you'll never forget the taste!!!

www.hotelcaliforniatequilausa.com

Faust Chosen as Top Napa Cab

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Faust Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 was chosen as the top Napa Cab under $100 by Eric Asimov of The New York Times. Our 2007 vintage quickly sold out, but we expect equal or better notice for the 2008 vintage which is now in stock!

From the article, "...No. 1 wine was a $47 bottle from Faust, owned by the wine magnate Agustin Huneeus of Quintessa, a higher-end Napa producer, and Veramonte in Chile. It displayed not only the freshness of the vintage, but harmony, restraint and an underlying complexity."

www.faustwine.com

Introducing Calamares

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Introducing "Calamares" Vinho Verde...the perfect summer white to go with all your (you guessed it) seafood! Also great with salads, mild cheeses, or simply on its own. It's light & fresh, low in alcohol, and makes a great afternoon or warm-weather refresher!

http://www.visionwineandspirits.com/wine-portugal-calamares.php

The Climber Pouch Has Arrived!

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Climber Pouch has arrived and it is all over the news this week, first Businessweek, then Reuters, and now on "Today" with Kathie Lee & Hoda...the Clif Family Winery has brought us back to the future where wine pouches are now in vogue! The Climber Pouch is available in Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon and offers superior wine at affordable prices in convenient, environmentally-friendly packages...and the wine stays fresh for a month after opening! Great for all your summer plans!!!

www.climberpouch.com

Anchor Distilling Accolades

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Congratulations to Anchor Distilling for taking home top honors in multiple categories at the WSWA Spirits Competition in Orlando, including Slocum brands:

Chateau Montifaud VSOP (Gold, Best Cognac)

Ypioca Ouro Cachaca (Gold, Best Cachaca)

Hirsch Small Batch Reserve (Gold, Best Bourbon)

English Harbour 5 Yr Rum (Gold)

Click here to view them all!

For more info, go to www.anchordistilling.com

Ultimate Wine Challenge 2011 Winners

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Ultimate Wine Challenge 2011 was held May 2-6 at the Astor Center in New York City. Chairman's Trophy Winners were awarded to two Slocum brands in the following categories:

Chardonnay - World - Glen Carlou Chardonnay Paarl 2009 (South Africa) (score of 94)

Pinot Noir - World - Sequana Sarmento Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009 (California) (score of 95)

We love these brands...and these wines! Congrats!!!

http://www.ultimate-beverage.com/wine_reviews/wine-2011-results/

U'Luvka Wins Gold...Twice!

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

U'Luvka Vodka wins the Gold...twice! Honored with two Gold medals last month, one from Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America's annual convention; the other from Glam Media's top luxury lifestyle website: www.jacquelineluxe.com (click on Luxury). Congrats U'Luvka, we luv ya!

For more info visit: www.uluvka.com

Chateau Moulin Favre Receives Gold Medal

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Chateau Moulin Favre's Morgon Vieilles Vignes 2010 received the Gold Medal at the famous Concours des Grands Vins de France in Macon, France.

This vintage is currently on order and will be available from Slocum & Sons in early June in very limited quantities.

BrewDog is Growing Like Mad!

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

BrewDog is growing like mad!!! Read about Scotland's largest independent brewery, their plan to keep up with demand, and the progress on their new environmentally-friendly brewery in Aberdeen, Scotland!

You can find BrewDog at retailers & restaurants all over Connecticut, courtesy of Slocum & Sons!

http://www.brewdog.com/blog-article/an-update-on-stock-our-new-brewery-and-our-partnership-with-meantime

New Brands Arriving Late Summer

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Slocum & Sons is proud to announce an extraordinary array of brands arriving by the beginning of September 2011, including Quintessa, Faust, Illumination, Veramonte, Primus, Ritual, and Cruz Andina. Stay tuned for many more details!

Ports & Wines of Quinta do Noval

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

One of the oldest port houses, Quinta do Noval is also arguably the greatest. It is unique among top port houses in that most of the ports are made from estate-grown fruit and, notably, all of the vintage Noval wines are from the single Quinta do Noval vineyard.

Click this link to view an in-depth feature on the ports and wines of Quinta do Noval, a brand we are extremely proud to represent at Slocum & Sons!

http://www.wine-pages.com/organise/wines-ports-noval.htm

Chateau Montelena is Coming!

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Slocum & Sons is proud to announce that we have been appointed as distributor for the iconic Chateau Montelena for the State of Connecticut. We currently expect to launch our distribution of Chateau Montelena in early May 2011. Stay tuned for more details!

The Prisoner & Saldo

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The Prisoner and Saldo, both from Orin Swift Wine Cellars, have enjoyed strong debuts in the State of Connecticut. Saldo 2008 has been chosen as one of Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2010.

Staglin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Staglin Family Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 has been featured on the December 2010 cover of Decanter Wines of the Year! There are a limited number of cases remaining of the 2006 vintage. The 2007 vintage, one of Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2010, is sold out. The 2006 vintage also garnered a 96 from the Wine Spectator and a 94 from Robert Parker.

Springbank CV

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Springbank CV is a new offering from the Mitchell family on the Campbeltown peninsula. CV is a distillery vatting combining casks kept in Port Pipe, Sherry Butt and Bourbon Cask. The finish is incredibly unique offering up toffee and caramel notes along with ripe pear and rich vanilla on the palate.

The distillery is one of the oldest single-family owned distilleries in all of Scotland and has emerged as a beacon of light from one of Scotland's original whisky regions. The Mitchell family survived the downfall of Campbeltown throughout the last quarter century and have been the sole survivor of an area known for slightly peated, oily whisky that is reminiscent on the nose of the sea breeze that cuts through the town.