Product News

Glenmorangie has announced a partnership with Idris Khan to mark the company's rarest expression to date, Pride 1978. Khan has created a unique piece of artwork titled "Disappearing Casks," which represents the five casks from 1978 that were bottled in 2012 following 15 years of maturation in Bordeaux casks.

Concha y Toro and Excelsior Wines have announced Casillero del Diablo's new Devil's Collection, which debuts with a Red 2012 and White 2012. The white is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Gewurztraminer from Chile, while the red is a blend of Carmenere, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, also from Chile.

Heaven Hill announced the 2014 Parker's Heritage Collection limited edition bottling. The eighth edition of this annual release features a 13-year-old cask strength wheat whiskey. For the first time, the Heritage bottling will use an American Straight Whiskey instead of a Bourbon.

Tensley Wines and TGIC Global Fine Wine Company have announced tenshen, a new red Rhone varietal blend from the Santa Barbara County AVA. The 2013 wine exhibits dark fruit accented by spice, according to the company.

Patron Spirits has launched the first brand extension in its Cigronge liqueur line, Patron Citronge Lime. The ultra-premium liqueur is made using Persian limes cultivated in Mexico, and is 70 proof.

Guinness Blonde American Lager is now available from the makers of Guinness Stout. The new beer is made in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, using American hops and Guinness' 125-year-old yeast. It is the first release in the Guinness Discovery Series, a new concept showcasing a range of "fusion brew" options.

Libbey Foodservice has introduced a new glass designed specifically for hard cider. The new glass features Fizzazz technology to increase effervescence, allowing the ciders to achieve a more beer-like experience, according to the company.

Smirnoff has launched a line of premixed shot mixes called Smirnoff Sours. Released with flavors including Green Apple, Watermelon and Fruit Punch, Smirnoff Sours are sold in neon bottles that glow in the dark under black light.