GLOBAL – #BeverageGoodFriday this week features new alcohol beverage launches from Neurita, House of Terpenes Canntinis, Diageo, Brugal, and St-Rémy.
Neurita launches fruit-infused tequila range
Tequila brand Neurita has launched of a new range of fruit-infused tequilas, Neurita Tequila, in the UK.
Neurita Tequila is available in two flavours: Neurita Citrus, which is infused with Sicilian orange and tangerine, and Neurita Rosa, infused with raspberry, strawberry, and pomegranate.
According to the company, Neurita is also launching a Blanco tequila with 100% agave and natural citrus notes, which is planned to be released in 2023.
Neurita Citrus and Rosa tequilas are available via Shopify, Amazon, and Masters of Malt, shortly before expanding into Europe for an RRP of £32.00(US$31.16) per 70cl bottle.
House of Terpenes Canntinis launches with first cannabis-infused mocktails in Canada
House of Terpenes, Canntinis is bringing the first cannabis-infused mocktails to legal-age Canadians in celebration of four years of legalization.
As the latest addition to the Truss Beverage portfolio of leading cannabis beverage brands, House of Terpenes Canntinis is the first of its kind, pioneering the cannabis mocktail segment in Canada.
Launching with Cranberry Citrus and Ginger Lime, two high-dosage cannabis beverages inspired by the tastes of classic cocktail flavors, House of Terpenes Canntinis is answering the call for more diverse and delicious high-potency offerings.
With the growing demand for alternative adult-beverage options to alcohol, the company said House of Terpenes Canntinis offers a different kind of cocktail that is true-to-taste and gives consumers a buzz, while still allowing them to make the most of the following day.
Inspired by the timeless Cosmopolitan, Cranberry Citrus features notes of tart cranberry, lime, orange zest & terpineol, while Ginger Lime with notes of ginger beer, lime, and curcumene, was handcrafted to emulate a refreshing Mule.
House of Terpenes Canntinis will begin to hit shelves in time for Canniversary on October 17th, continuing to roll out in retailers nationwide with availability differing per province.
Diageo-owned Lagavulin and actor Nick Offerman introduce a new whiskey brand
Diageo-owned Lagavulin and actor Nick Offerman have revealed an 11-year-old single malt matured in heavily re-charred barrels, designed to be paired with steak.
The new Lagavulin Offerman Edition: Charred Oak Cask is the third whisky to be launched as part of the Diageo-owned brand’s ongoing partnership with Parks and Recreation star Offerman, which began in 2014.
The new whisky was aged in American and European oak casks that are shaved down then heavily re-charred. It is said to be the ‘perfect pairing for well-barked, medium-rare steak’ with Offerman recommending a seared ribeye steak.
Priced at RRP US$79.99, the single malt is available to purchase for a limited time from select US alcohol retailers, Reserve Bar and Drizly, as well as select retailers in Canada, Australia, Great Britain, China and the Netherlands.
Brugal releases limited-edition expression priced US$2,800
Edrington-owned Brugal rum has released a limited-edition expression in homage of its founder, priced at US$2,800.
Named after founder Andrés Brugal, the new 41.5% ABV expression is made by blending two double-aged reserve rums with a selection of first-fill single Bourbon and oloroso Sherry casks.
The resulting liquid offers notes of roasted coffee beans, dulce de leche fudge and Dominican rum cake on the nose. The palate brings flavours of oak, vanilla bean and sweet caramel flan, alongside ripe berries, black peppercorns and sweet cloves.
This expression comes in a hand-blown crystal decanter and display cabinet inspired by the travelling cases earlier maestros used in their voyages.
Only 460 bottles of Andrés Brugal rum will be available globally, including 30 bottles in the UK and 50 in the US.
St-Rémy debuts Port cask-finished brandy
French brand St-Rémy has released a limited-edition brandy that was finished in Port casks, which joins the St-Rémy Cask Finish Collection, a series that celebrates the brand’s master blender, Cécile Roudaut, and her expertise in maturing brandy in various types of casks.
The liquid is said to be smooth and subtle, with notes of black fruits, prunes and roasted nuts, ending in a dry finish. It will be distributed in Canada, Taiwan and Mexico, this month.
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