Colonial Spirits
Troegs Nugget Nectar
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesNugget Nectar has finally arrived and we are going big on tasting it this year. This Friday tasting will be the first of two this month to cast a spotlight on Troegs Double Hoppy Amber. As well as the Nugget Nectar, there will be plenty of other beers to try, but this one is really […]
Premium European Wines Inc. Tasting with Oxana
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesPremium European Wines Inc, is one of the newcomers to the Massachusetts distribution game, and they are in it to win. Playing on the current popularity of wines from the Iberian Peninsula, PEW has sought out some unique and enthralling wines that capture the essence of the location. A husband and wife operation that does business […]
Down the Road
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesHailing from Everett, we have been carrying Down the Road since they first started brewing beer. Over the last few years, these guys have kept on chugging along and producing ales and lagers that have earned a good amount of buzz in this beer world of ours. It has been a while since we have […]
O’Hara’s Irish Ales
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesIn order to make sure everyone is making the most informed decision they can on Saint Patrick's Day, we are bringing Ireland's less known brewery in for a tasting. O'Hara's as been doing their thing since 1996, but while relatively new to the game compared to some of the other Irish Breweries, they make beers […]
Masciarelli Wine Tasting w/ John
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesThe 'Dynamic Duo' is what I like to call them, John and Nic that is. Both work for Masciarelli and both regularly pour wines for us. John has been a long time Sales Rep and Portfolio Manager for Masciarelli. Over the years his experience in the industry has guided his decisions in regards to inventory […]
Night Shift
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesNight Shift has been making some of the best beer in the state for a while now, but they were always just out of reach of our shelves. Then, just before Christmas, that all changed. Since bringing them in to the store, we have had over 10 different beers from them. And you, the consumer, […]
Pre-Valentine’s Day Tasting
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesIn preparation for the Hallmark holiday, we're having a tasting with some beers that share the flavors of the usual Valentine's day gifts. Lindeman's makes some of the best fruit added sour/funky beers and has for centuries. We will have two of their berry varients, Kriek and Framboise. To go with the berries, we'll have […]
Wente Vineyards Wine Tasting
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesOne of the original wineries that established itself as one of the wineries to never forget. You may not know it, but Wente Vineyards is who we have to thank for the majority of the Chardonnay we drink today. Creators of the Wente Clone Chardonnay solidified Wente Vineyard importance to the California Wine Industry and the […]
Stony Creek
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesStony Creek hasn't even been in Massachusetts for a full year and they are already popping up everywhere. Beautiful logos, interesting styles and a strong command of hops, these Connecticut brewers are not trying to fly away anytime soon. Just in time for our tasting, they have just released Stony Joe, a golden mocha stout. […]
Merriam Vyds Wine Dinner at The Red Raven
Colonial Spirits 87 Great Road, Acton, MA, United StatesBackground: Merriam Vineyards is a winery located in Sonoma County AVA in the town of Healdsburg. Started by Peter Merriam, a local boy, and his wife Diana, Merriam Vineyards was a long-time love affair come true. Years and countless bottles later and what you have is a premier winery known for pronounced red wines and […]
