From peanut butter booze to Kentucky coolers to NBA Chardonnay, it's happy hour right now on BOOZE NEWS. Let's see what we'll be serving guests at our next hoedown.
McCollum Heritage Wines
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According to AXIOS, NBA star CJ McCollum of the New Orleans Pelicans (an admitted wine nerd) has brought his passion project, McCollum Heritage Wines, to the Big Easy. What started as a pandemic pastime has become a full-blown business for this newly minted vintner and his wife/partner. He has produced signature Chardonnays and Pinots that are now available at the Smoothie King Center arena where the Pelicans play. He also has local distribution in NOLA through the Wine Seller. He hasn't hit the mass retail market, but we are pretty sure plans are in the works.
Jim Beam Kentucky Coolers
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Just in time for patio season, Boston Beer and Jim Beam are cracking open four new refreshing Ready-To-Drink Kentucky Cooler flavors. In addition to Blueberry and Strawberry Lemonades, they're putting a bourbon twist on Orange and Peach Crush varieties. These are perfect ride-alongs for any beach BBQ or pool party and now come in a variety 12-pack at retailers nationwide.
ChicaChida
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In a surprising move, Barstool Sports' agent provocateur Caleb Pressley teamed up with Piermont Brands for ChicaChida - a peanut butter agave spirit born in Tequila, Mexico. The sweet and salty spirit is now available in select markets like NJ, with FL and SC coming soon. It's perfect if you love spirits like Skrewball and if you layer it with some Chamord and a little Khalua, it makes for a great PB&J shot.
Patagonia's Regenerative Organic Certified IPA
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Patagonia Provisions and Aslan Brewing are releasing the world's first Regenerative Organic Certified IPA, made with eco-friendly Kernza grain and other sustainable ingredients. The citrusy, piney brew is sprinkled with tropical notes, and it's a perfect pairing for a warm Spring al fresco dinner. Additionally, 1% of Kernza Lager's sales will support the Surfrider Foundation's Northwest Straits Chapter in their fight to clean up our oceans.
Original Sin Non-Alcoholic Ciders
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We always try to offer something for our friends on the wagon in this roundup. It sucks being left with flat soda or boring seltzer as your options at parties, so we got you boo. Original Sin is branching out hard, well actually soft, into the non-alcoholic game with three new fresh cider-inspired drinks: Dragon Widow ( dragon fruit), Widow's Tea (black tea lemonade), and Golden Widow (lemon). Best part? They're low-cal, prebiotic, gluten-free, and contain apple cider vinegar for an added ping to the palate. The new flavors also come in a variety 12-pack. Grab some today so you aren't stuck with Kool-Aid at that next soiree.
