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April 2018
Black Dog Wine: More than Fashion
You may know Black Dog for their Cape Cod-style fashion, but they also have a second brand Black Dog Wine. Black Dog Wine may not be personally making the wines, but they oversee the production to ensure that it is up to their standards. And they do. The white blend is the perfect summer sipper that balances fruit, brightness, and a hint of sweetness. The Cabernet drinks with the best of the California Cabs and is priced appropriately. However, you…
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May 2018
Vineyard Road Wine Tasting w/ Rob
Vineyard Road Distributor may not have the long, established history as others, but it is paving its own path. Vineyard Road seeks the road less taken when it comes to wines, and this philosophy has done them well. The wineries have a legacy and the wines must have a story. Not looking to compete in the label wine segment of the industry and that is because there is nothing there to talk about. Rob has been with Vineyard Road Dist. for…
Find out more »Plymouth Gin
Plymouth Gin, although lesser known than some others, is a fantastic London dry gin with a more rounded and earthly flavor than is typical of the style. It is a fine cocktail base and we'll have some easy made samples to try.
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Home Brew Competition this Saturday at Colonial Spirits!
Do you love beer, home brew and maybe even the science of it? Well...this Saturday, May 5th from 12-3 is our home brewing competition where you can taste the delicious results of the two combined! Local small-time-time brewers will be presenting their delicious creations to you. There will be light and dark categories. The best part is...you, the customers, judge and decide who wins!
Find out more »Rosé-ian for Ovarian Cancer Wine Seminar
Join us as we host a Rose wine seminar with Ken Hoggins to support Ovarian Cancer Research. Please join Ken and I as we conduct a dry Rose wine tasting and seminar at the store on Wednesday, May 9th from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. The cost of the class and tasting is $20 and all the proceeds will go towards Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer. *The Bromfield and Wachusett girls lacrosse teams are doing a fundraiser game and…
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Grand Wine Tastings: Spring 2018
Finally in writing are our Grand Wine Tastings for 2018. Our seasonal Grand Wine Tastings are events that look at what we have done and have to offer. These tastings represent the wine department because the encompass the breadth of the department. Unlike the Try Something New tastings that will be taking place, the GWT allow you to try old favorites alongside newcomers. And in a dynamic business like ours, taking time to try wines is important. With so many to…
Find out more »Plymouth Gin
Plymouth Gin, although lesser known than some others, is a fantastic London dry gin with a more rounded and earthly flavor than is typical of the style. It is a fine cocktail base and we'll have some easy made samples to try.
Find out more »June 2018
Charles River Wine Co Wine Tasting
Charles River Wine Co is one of the distributors you never have heard of but should. With a dedication to finding the unique and craft wines, Charles River Wine Co has created their own niche in the MA wine market. Their wines truly encapture the idea of terroir and represent a family and not a company. The wines have stories and each one is more interesting than the last. But hearing the story from us is not as fun as…
Find out more »How Good are Bruichladdich’s Single Malts? (Very Good!)
It's no secret that Bruichladdich is a favorite at Colonial Spirits... that's because their whisky is so good. It's the best single malt line up that you never hear about. They are a rare producer of un-peated Islay single malt and have an unusual focus on the terroir. But, you love peated whisky? Their Port Charlotte line is the peated goodness you are seeking. It's a great story of age-old production and superior quality. I could go on, but why…
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