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May 2019
Spring Grand Wine Tasting 2019
The first of our three largest wine-related events: 2019 Spring Grand Wine Tasting Spring is in full force, rain and all, and summer vacation is around the corner. With so many new wines flooding in for the beginning of the vacation season, the task of finding a new summer favorite can be daunting. Which is why so many of us go back to familiar favorites. Trying to pick a wine based on descriptors, write-ups, and reviews can be overwhelming because…
Find out more »Titos Vodka
Tito’s Handmade Vodka is designed to be savored by spirit connoisseurs and everyday drinkers alike. It is micro distilled in an old-fashioned pot still, just like fine single malt scotches and high-end French cognacs. This time-honored method of distillation requires more skill and effort than modern column stills, but it’s well worth it.
Find out more »Clown Shoes Beer Tasting
10 years running strong Clown Shoes has done it all. Or so we may have thought! The brewers at Clown Shoes focus on complex flavor profiles along with putting an interesting twist in their beer that always seems to impress. From wacky barrel aged beers, juicy fruit puree IPA's and some lighter styles such as the Belgian white and Kolsch, they've got a little something for everyone. As they say "The Sky's The Limit" so why not have a little…
Find out more »Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers Tasting
Jack's Abby was founded in 2011 by a trio of brothers ready to dive head first into the booming craft beer business. Since their opening in 2011, Jack's has exceeded expectations. They've won over 50 awards, tripled the size of their brewery, expanded throughout the country and all while doing that added another brewery to their family (Springdale). One of the breweries very unique traits is the use of old-world brewing techniques. This takes a little bit longer ranging from…
Find out more »Long Trail Brewing Co. Tasting
The Pioneers of Vermont craft beer. Some of you know them as Long Trail, bottled their first batch of Long Trail Ale back in 1989. Can you believe these guys have been brewing beer for 30 years!?! The brewers set off on a mission to brew an affordable alternative to the expensive imported beers from Germany, England and Belgium. Over the years they've added over 20 new beers to their lineup. Get in here on May 31st from 4 pm…
Find out more »June 2019
Tri-Vin Imports Wine Tasting
From the people that brought you Tussock Jumper come wines from the Iberian Peninsula that are showstoppers. These wines meld grace and power, fruit and earthiness in ways few other wines can. Focused on bringing you the best wines possible, Tri-Vin Imports has scoured the globe for wines that marry quality and price. For example, Fuerza. A blend of Monastrell (Mourvedre) and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Jumilla region of Spain. This wine runs around $10 a bottle and carries a…
Find out more »Merchant Du Vin Import Tasting
Merchant Du Vin is a specialty beer importer that has been importing spectacular beers to the American market since 1978. All of their imports come from family or abbey owned breweries that brew with an organic approach and traditional brewing practice. Some of the breweries we'll be pouring consist of Ayinger, Samuel Smith and Lindemans. We're very excited to have them at our store, as you should be too! We hope to see you on June 7th. -Colonial Spirits Beer…
Find out more »Unique Irish Whiskey
Irish whiskey is well known for it's mellow character and golden color. Although there are plenty of interesting Irish whiskies available, it's unusual to find flavors like those found in smoky scotch or classic American styles. The only peated Irish whiskey and the first Irish rye are remarkably delicious... and you can decide for yourself. These sound like new styles in Irish whiskey but there is actually an amazing history behind the distilleries that make these fine spirits. Find out…
Find out more »Von Trapp Brewing Tasting
Von Trapp was started as an American vision to create a German/Austrian version of lagers. The brewery began it's operation at the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, Vermont back in the spring of 2010. They now reside at their newer 30,000 square foot facility that is capable of brewing a whopping 36,000 barrels annually! Through the 9 years of business they've received numerous amounts of awards for their beers. This is not a shocker as all of their brews emulate…
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