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Thursday, March 31, 2022

3/31/22 - World Whiskey Awards, Lawson's most in-demand beer & Zima wanted in Japan

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The World Whiskey Awards happened and there are some great whiskies that won. The full list is at https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2022/03/24/the-top-whiskies-according-to-the-world-whisky-awards/

Lawson’s Finest Liquids in Vermont continues to release some formerly difficult-to-get beers. Get more info on their most in-demand beer at https://beerconnoisseur.com/articles/lawsons-finest-liquids-releases-double-sunshine-ipa-w-ruby-red-grapefruit-outside-taproom

And I didn’t even know this stuff was still made. Zima is getting hard to find! https://soranews24.com/2022/03/27/japans-supply-of-zima-runs-dry-online-resellers-take-over-and-jack-up-prices/

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#Whiskey #Bestof #worldsbest #Lawsons #grapefruit #IPA #Zima #Japan #hardtoget

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

20220330 The Boozebuddy Update

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It’s time for a raffle - this one is with Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana - through Make-A-Wish OKI who are teaming with Champ Camp to raffle off some Family Reserve Pappy, Rip and Van Winkle bourbons. Details at https://www.cleveland.com/entertainment/2022/03/the-great-bourbon-raffle-is-underway-6-special-bottles-benefit-2-charities.html

 Diddy - Sean Combs is the next celebrity to come on down on “The Celebrity Has An Alcohol Brand”. https://www.forbes.com/sites/katedingwall/2022/03/29/sean-diddy-combs-brings-croc-into-the-ready-to-drink-category/

And get ready world - Purple wine! Were we waiting for one? That I don’t know - but we have them now from down under!  Details at https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10662311/Margaret-River-winery-Purple-Reign-creates-worlds-low-sulphur-purple-wine.html

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022

3/29/22 - THC-infused growth, Cryo Hops Patent, & Experts recommend bargain wines

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Pabst is one of California’s top-selling THC-infused beverages and has a new “cutting edge” facility to make more https://www.foodandwine.com/news/pabst-opens-cannabis-beverage-factory

Yakima Chief Hops has received a patent for their Cryo Hops process. Find out what makes them unique at https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/ingredients-supplies/yakima-chief-hops-gets-a-patent-for-its-cryo-hops-process/

Budget wine recommendations from 8 Sommeliers https://vinepair.com/articles/wa-sommeliers-cheap-wine/

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Monday, March 28, 2022

3/28/22 - Hard Mtn Dew, Year round German Beer, Apps for drinks & friends , Homefront IPA #HardMountainDew #MTNDEW #Untappd #GermanBeer #Oktoberfest #HomefrontIPA #LeftHand

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Hard Mountain Dew has only been out since February 22nd and, rumor has it, that in Florida, Iowa, and Tennessee, in its first month of retail sales, it has sold $4 Million? Impressive numbers, if true, but I haven’t yet seen a source to point you to. Send me a link if you have one!

If you like Oktoberfest beers, well there are nine beers you might want to try that are available almost all year long. Check out the options at https://winning-homebrew.com/best-german-beer.html

I love having a beer with friends and sometimes I virtually tag them and cheers them in Untappd (friend me at https://untappd.com/user/The_Boozebuddy) but it’s not the only way to keep tabs on the latest can you’re tapping find the links and start connecting here https://www.hopculture.com/the-best-phone-apps-for-drinking-beer/

And a tip of the hat to Left Hand Brewing Company who've signed on with Soldiers’ Angels, a non-profit, to raise funds to support U.S. service members, veterans, and their families. https://thebrewermagazine.com/veteran-owned-left-hand-to-collaborate-on-beer-to-support-us-service-members-vets/

Remember - don’t drink and drive, stay safe, drive sober and support the booze that supports your local community.

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Friday, March 25, 2022

03/25/22 - Maple Beer, Pint Glass Headstone & Best Bourbon of 2022 #DigInVT #Maple #Maplebeer #maplesap #HEadstone #pintglass #monument #greatbeyond #Bourbon #bestof #bestof2022 #BourbonTrail #winner

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What to do while sitting around a fire boiling Maple Sap? Drink Maple Beer of course, and the best ones come from DigInVT's list: https://diginvt.com/blog/seasonal-sips-maple-beer/

One of the BoozeBuddies gave it some brew for thought and sent this in - a headstone that is shaped like a Pint of Guinness! Honestly - I feel like any booze shape could be done... https://www.foodandwine.com/news/stout-beer-glass-guinness-headstone

Mashed got together several bottles of bourbon to see what the best bourbon of 2022 is. Tough job and the real winners here are those who sampled them all https://www.mashed.com/709444/the-absolute-best-bourbon-of-2021/

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

3/24/22 - Winery Etiquette, Golden Ale wins Environmental Award & Lagunitas is making Hard Tea #Winery #winelover #newdrink #Arizona #AZ #Environmental #award #Awards #Lagunitas #teatime #tealovers

It’s hard to go to a place you don’t know, do something you’ve never done before, and not feel embarrassed. That’s why it’s great that Food & Wine put together a simple article on “How to Behave at a Winery, according to the Professionals”. I have a couple of tips to add too https://www.foodandwine.com/fwpro/winery-etiquette

Lagunitas is trying a different kind of drink - spiked teas. Disorderly TeaHouse will come in 2 flavors and sizes https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/north-bay/lagunitas-brewing-co-goes-beyond-beer-with-a-spiked-tea-drink/

Mother Road Brewing’s Golden Ale has won the Environmental Excellence Award from a partnership with Arizona’s Game and Fish Department Grab a Mother Road Golden Ale and read more about it at https://motherroadbeer.com/beers/conserve-protect/ or https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/mother-road-brewing-wins-environmental-excellence-award-for-collab-beer-with-arizona-game-and-fish-department/

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

03/23/22 - #ThomasRhett gives $50K to TNC, Eco canpack, #PlinyTheYounger release '22 - #TNC #TheNatureCoservancy #Tequila #agave #DosPrimos #Ecofriendly #cancarrier #PlinyTheYounger #RussianRiver

Tequila is doing pretty good in the market - with a 75% increase in sales this past year, but it’s giving back too! The Dos Primos Tequila Company - which was founded by country-music star Thomas Rhett and cousin, Jeff Worn – has announced they’re partnering with The Nature Conservancy.  https://www.luxco.com/thomas-rhett-and-jeff-worns-dos-primos-tequila-company-partners-with-the-nature-conservancy/

A new solution for your 4 and 6 packs to travel in coming from Graphic Packaging International. Check out more at the company website https://www.graphicpkg.com/products/enviroclip/

And after months of planning Russian River is set for its Pliny the Younger 2022 release. Get the lowdown at https://www.russianriverbrewing.com/pliny-the-younger-release/

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

3/22/22 - Save the environment with beer, Sleep in a wine barrel & Make Peace Not War Collaboration #treehouse #brewery #winery #winebarrel #luxuryhotel #Ukraine #fundraiser #collaboration

When you open a beer, you don’t always think “I’m helping the environment” but that may change as more breweries are doing just that. Treehouse Brewing is the latest doing it https://boston.cbslocal.com/2022/03/17/tree-house-brewing-company-charlton-carbon-capture/ 

A winery in Portugal, Quinta da Pacheca, is rolling out the barrel for guests - quite literally! To find out more https://quintadapacheca.com/ 

Now any beer can help raise money for Ukraine’s relief efforts. The “Make Peace Not War” collaboration https://mailchi.mp/firstsipbrewbox.com/make-peace-not-war-collaboration

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Monday, March 21, 2022

Time to buy a Brewery, Spirit sales are up & Hola Seltzerita

Monday March 21 2022 - it’s officially Spring, specifically the next few weeks is Mud Season as it’s known in Vermont.

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If you’ve wanted to become beer royalty, the time may be now! Milwaukee Brewing Company is for sale - which includes the production brewery and a brewpub close by. Check it out at https://urbanmilwaukee.com/2022/03/18/milwaukee-brewing-company-is-for-sale/

The past five years has been good for Tequila, American Whiskey and Cognac - and the trend isn’t changing over the past year. For the full rundown - head to  https://www.distilledspirits.org/news/luxury-brand-index-annual-report-premiumization-trend-gained-momentum-in-2021/

Corona is bringing a new family of beverages they call “Seltzerita” hard seltzers to the market. https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/hola-corona-hard-seltzer-seltzerita-130000123.html

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Friday, March 18, 2022

3/18/22 - GS Cookies & Wine, Carbon Net Zero #Wine #winepairing #cookies #GScookie #girlscouts #NetZero #carbonoffset #brewery #Glutenfree Glutenfreebeer #gfbeer #glutenfreelife #glutenfreefood

I recently covered Pints and Panels Beer and Girl Scout cookie pairings (if you missed it, head to https://boozebuddyupdate.com for the links), and now I located a wine & GS Cookie Pairing list!  https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/14/girl-scout-cookies-wine-pairing/ If you want some GS Cookies, only 2 days left (as of the time I recorded) to order at https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/sierra957763

Wales looks to be the future home of what could be the first carbon net-zero brewery https://www.thenational.wales/environment/19995707.drop-bear-beer-co-plans-world-first-carbon-neutral-brewery/

Difficulty finding gluten-free beverages? Here’s a list that covers a lot of bases in wines and spirits (which are almost all gluten-free, though not all certified) and several beers. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-alcohol-is-gluten-free Is One missing that you’d like to add, head to https://boozebuddyupdate.com or our social media to comment

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Coming up: no Another Round this weekend - but I’m talking to potential guests for the future. If you have someone in the cocktails or spirits world - get in touch with me!

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

3/17/22 - Malt Cup Winners, Woodchuck Hard Cider for Brunch, Shiba Inu beer? (no it's not digital) #Maltcup Conference #woodchuck #Cider #brunch #shibainu #cryptonews #cryptocurrency

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! No St Patrick's Day stories today! If you haven't planned out the day or started your beverage intake, I'm probably not changing your mind at this point!

The Malt Cup Winners from the 2022 Craft Malt Conference are out. Check out all of the medal-winning malthouses at https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/check-out-the-malt-cup-winners-from-the-2022-craft-malt-conference/

A new offering from Woodchuck Hard Cider is out - a “brunch-inspired” 12 pack with 4 different flavors. For more https://www.brewbound.com/news/woodchuck-hard-cider-introduces-brunch-box

And could you soon be drinking a Shiba Inu beer, while wearing your SHIB t-shirt? We’ll have to keep an eye on the digital currency to see if the plan works, or backfires! https://watcher.guru/news/you-could-soon-be-drinking-a-shiba-inu-themed-lager-beer-heres-how

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Coming up: NA drinks for cocktails

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

3/16/22 - DIY Green Beer, Stone vs MillerCoors, & The Godfather #greenbeer saintpatricksday #Stonebrewing #Millercoors #lawsuit #numberone #number1 #wine #topwine #godfather #francisfordcoppola

It’s true, you can absolutely make your beer green. Personally - I’d rather drink a stout. Here’s the thing though - if you really want a green beer - don’t add a drop of green food coloring to it (maybe gold edible glitter?) or a green soda? Check out https://greenriversoda.com/chicago/ and Sprecher Brewing’s Instagram if you want to see what one looks like https://www.tiktok.com/@sprecherbrewery/video/7073206726756994346 If green cocktails are your thing, how about a green margarita? https://twitter.com/emunn/status/1502010477123190787

The case is underway and Stone Brewing is hashing it out with MillerCoors in the Stone vs Keystone Light fight. Greg Koch’s response? https://www.courthousenews.com/stone-brewing-co-founder-calls-millercoors-rebrand-a-horror-for-craft-brewer/

Someone must owe this guy some favors, because the guy behind the Godfather franchise of movies, Francis Ford Coppola is rules this list! https://www.eatthis.com/news-most-popular-wine-brands-america/

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

3/15/22 - Beer & GS Cookie Pairings, A Brewery Taproom & Residence, and 12 Bourbons you'll regret buying #pairing #GScookies #Cookies #Brewery #taproom #residence #worstof #bourbon #saveyourself

Pints and Panels released their Beer and Girl Scout Cookie Pairing list and I’m here for it!  If you want to order some cookies - https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/sierra957763

For the pairing list check out https://twitter.com/PintsandPanels/status/1503720167250952200/


Who wouldn’t want to be in downtown Eagle, Idaho  for a “brewery, taproom, and residence” https://www.idahostatesman.com/entertainment/ent-columns-blogs/words-deeds/article259274469.html


 “12 Bourbons You'll Regret Buying”  Read More: https://www.mashed.com/794872/bourbons-youll-regret-buying/


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Coming up: Green beer, NA beer for St Paddy’s day


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Monday, March 14, 2022

3/14/22 - Help Ukraine by brewing beer, Celebrity Wines worth it? & Mary Jones THC sodas #Ukraine #Pravda #brewing #fundraiser #celeb #celbrity #wines #worthit #Cannabis #THC #soda #gummies #syrup

Well many ask how they can help, and Pravda Brewing in Ukraine has a message - you can brew The Beer of Victory to help, “Kick The Cockroaches out of our land” https://www.pravda.beer/victory-beer-series-from-lviv-ukraine/ 


Loads of celebrities are making wines, but are they anything to write home about - or something you should leave at home, and not bring it to a friend’s dinner party? https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/11/jones-soda-unveils-cannabis-infused-sodas-under-new-brand.html


Jones Soda has unveiled Mary Jones, no not Mary Jane, which will feature cannabis-infused sodas, gummies, and syrups.  https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/11/jones-soda-unveils-cannabis-infused-sodas-under-new-brand.html


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Coming up: Have you listened to or watched Another Round yet? I talked with musicians Andy James and Troy Millette who is playing at SXSW Festival today and tomorrow https://troymillettemusic.com/tour-live for more! 


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Saturday, March 12, 2022

3/12/22 - The Boozebuddy Update: Another Round with Andy James & Troy Millette #TroyMillette #SXSW #AndyJames #OwlStars #Musicians #MusicFest #MusicFestival #LiveMusicians #BarTalk #Beerswithfriends

Today's guests are Troy Millette of Troy Millette and the Fire Below and Andy James of The Owl Stars


Find Troy Millette here: https://troymillettemusic.com/

Find Andy James here: https://theowlstars.com/

Troy is someone who became part of my circle a few years back when he showed up with a guitar at a fire pit. I've been to multiple performances by Troy and will continue to seek him out. He's come quite a long way since then and his Travels take him to SXSW Festival On March 14th and 15th. See his tour dates at his website to learn more.

Andy is someone I was introduced to when he was a member of a group called Measured Methods with Bethany and Eric (who I hope will join me at some point). That groups worked with many breweries in Vermont to help them market themselves and better define their brand. I regularly show up to see him play with the Owl Stars, solo or sitting in with other musicians.


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Friday, March 11, 2022

3/11/22 - Green Cocktails, A cocktail inspired beer, & BYO Wine On Airplanes #GreenCocktails #Pregame #Irishdrinks #Cocktail #Ale #bellsbrewery #Wine #wineflight #wineflights #winelovers #winelover

If you want to show your colors next week - well GREEN is obviously the color to go with. With names like Lucky’s Charm, Minty Banshee, and St Jameson - there’s something even your least Irish friend could dance a jig over. https://cheersonline.com/2022/03/09/7-st-patrick-approved-sips-for-2022/

And word is coming in that Bell’s Brewery is making a cocktail-inspired Kentucky Bourbon barrel-aged ale with real ginger root and lime fruit. https://mybeerbuzz.blogspot.com/2022/03/bells-brewery-adding-kentucky-mule.html

Even during the alcohol ban, wine just slipped right through on airlines?! You don’t need a special package for it - though you can buy a padded bag, like https://amzn.to/3CBF62a , or even a wine suitcase, like https://amzn.to/34DTTwM , full story at  https://www.sfchronicle.com/food/wine/article/Yes-you-can-fly-with-wine-Here-s-my-go-to-hack-16978497.php

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Coming up: Another episode of Another Round coming out tomorrow morning with musicians Andy James and Troy Milette. Troy is playing at the SXSW Festival on March 14th and 15th https://troymillettemusic.com/tour-live for more!

Remember - don’t drink and drive, stay safe, drive sober and support the booze that supports your local community.

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Thursday, March 10, 2022

3/10/22 - AC/DC Beer, Direct to Consumer Beer Shipping, Drinking Wine for your Health? #ACDC #winefortheheart #wineme #garagekit #Forthoseabouttorock #DtC #directsales #hearthealth #bhfyp #fyp

I discovered this news and briefly talked about it on my radio show last night (did you know I have a show called “The Highway To Mel” on 106.7 WIZN https://wizn.com?) but AC/DC and Knucklebonz, maker of music-themed Garage Kit statues, have teamed up again to create a beer. For all the figures and beers, head to https://knucklebonz.com/product/ac-dc-for-those-about-to-rock-ale/

Speaking of shipping beer - it’s the biggest issue with beer drinkers. 92% want to purchase beer and have it shipped to them. Direct to Consumer, or DtC, interest is not going away anytime soon and the market is on the precipice of growth! https://www.sovos.com/shipcompliant/content-library/dtc-beer-report/

You’re having that glass of wine every night to stay healthy? An analysis of health data for over 312,000 people suggests some surprising results! https://scitechdaily.com/drinking-wine-with-meals-associated-with-lower-risk-of-type-2-diabetes/

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

3/9/22 - VT Beer Makers increase distro, CBD & THC beverage, Brewers collaborate with Ukraine #VermontBeerMakers #CraftCollective #vtbeer #vtcraftbeer #CBD #THC #infused #Ukraine #fundraiser #collab

Vermont Beer Makers will increase distribution after working out an arrangement with Craft Collective, more brands being targeted for addition later this spring. https://www.reformer.com/business/craft-collective-expands-service-to-vermont/article_69c8c61e-9a65-11ec-b685-d77d73a4eb70.html

Weller a CBD-infused sparkling water maker has made some changes with a new line of THC-infused sparkling water and a new person on the leadership team. https://mybeerbuzz.blogspot.com/2022/03/cbd-beverage-innovator-weller-launches.html

42 North Brewing Company in the United States and 2085 Brewery in Ukraine are launching a collaborative beer! They’re also calling on other brewers to do the same and donate any proceeds to support the Ukrainian people. Good Measure Brewing in Northfield, VT is one of many breweries that has already signed on! For more details, including how to join head to https://www.resolveukrainebeer.com/

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

3/8/22 - International Womens Day: Collaboration Brews, Pink Boots, and Wine Competitions #iwcbd #unitebrew #iwd #pinkbootsblend #pinkboots2022 #yakimachief #WomensWineCompetition #womeninwine #IWWC

Happy International Women’s Day, which was first officially recognized by the UN in 1977

It's also International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day. They have been re-sharing social media posts all day and you can learn more about them at https://unitebrew.org/

The Pink Boots Society has Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day using an exclusive hops blend that raises funds for their mission. https://www.pinkbootssociety.org

If working with others isn’t your thing, and neither is beer, have some healthy competition with the upcoming International Women’s Wine Competition. They also have special categories for spirits - so if you distill, check that out too! head to https://www.winecompetitions.com/womens

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Monday, March 7, 2022

3/7/22 - Stoli isn't Russian Vodka, Canadian Breweries Unite & Who Should Sell Beer & Wine? #russianvodka #USvodka #latvia #stoli #Slovakian #Canada #CanadianBeer #Ontario #Maryland #beerlaws #grocers

Stoli wants you to know they aren’t Russian, they're Latvian. Don't pour them out, unless it's into your glass - https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/05/business/stoli-vodka-rebrand-russia/index.html

An agreement four months ago combines two Canadian breweries (with only 99.99% of shareholder votes approving) - https://steamwhistle.ca/blog/shareholders-vote-yes/

Will Liquor stores or grocers sell Beer & Wine in Maryland?  Who will win and who will lose? https://www.wbaltv.com/article/mixed-reaction-over-legislation-allowing-beer-wine-in-grocery-stores/39328832

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Did you miss Another Round? I spoke with 14th Star Brewing Co. General Manager Ryan about the past ten years and the evolution that’s brought into the brewery with some subtle (and maybe some big) changes this year! https://anchor.fm/boozebuddy/episodes/3522---The-Boozebuddy-Update-Another-Round-with-14th-Star-Brewing-14thstar-VermontBrewery-VTbeer-vtcraftbeer-vtcraft-veteranowned-Vermontbeer-StAlbans-SaintAlbans-veteranmade-bhfyp-e1f8o5k

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Friday, March 4, 2022

3/4/22 - Beer and Girl Scout Cookies, A Molecular Beverage Printer, & Baltimore's New Vodka #GScookies #Beerpairing #Molecularlevel #beverage #printer #cocktails #vodka #oldbay #Baltimore #MD #BWI

Girl Scout Cookies and beer pairings coming out very soon from Pints and Panels https://twitter.com/pintsandpanels 

While you wait, see what Invisible Man Brewing is doing. They can give you a leg up on pairings. https://triblive.com/local/westmoreland/invisible-man-brewing-secures-enough-girl-scout-cookies-to-host-brew-pairing-event/

A  “molecular beverage printer” that can assemble almost anything from iced coffee, fruity beverages, and even cocktails? I’m doubtful, but hopeful. https://www.engadget.com/cana-one-molecular-drinks-printer-204738817.html

The search for a new vodka is reaching into some interesting places. Baltimore, known for seasonings, may now be known for its unique vodka. They even have recipes! https://www.baltimoresun.com/food-drink/bs-fo-old-bay-vodka-release-20220303-ft3i7urzdfaljcuzxdjmdtamze-story.html

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Next Time: On Another Round, I’ll talk with a brewery near me with a great back story, some positive things happening recently, and a bright future too!

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

3/3/22 - Putin is a Dick beer, Women's Bourbon Foundation raffle & Kinky Pre-mixed cocktails #Putinisadick #ukrainefundraiser #InternationalWomensDay #women #bourbon Fundraiser #raffle #Kinky #RTD

“Putin is a Dick” - crowlers available from Milwaukee’s Lakefront Brewery. Pravda Brewery inspired the name. Full story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/entertainment/beer/2022/03/03/milwaukee-lakefront-brewery-anti-putin-crowler-supports-ukraine/9359124002/

$10 of the purchase will go to the National Bank of Ukraine’s Humanitarian Assistance to Ukrainians fund - you can go here to donate directly: https://bank.gov.ua/en/news/all/natsionalniy-bank-vidkriv-rahunok-dlya-gumanitarnoyi-dopomogi-ukrayintsyam-postrajdalim-vid-rosiyskoyi-agresiyi

Buzzard’s Roost is donating two bottles of their ultra-rare 15-Year-Old Bourbon to the Bourbon Women Foundation for International Women’s Day. For the story and link to the raffle ticket site, head to https://www.fredminnick.com/2022/03/02/buzzards-roost-whiskey-and-bourbon-women-foundation-announce-raffle-for-international-womens-day/

And who wants to mix cocktails anymore? Actually - when I go camping I don’t. Maybe I’ll pack some of these? Kinky Pre-Mixed Cocktails: https://kinkybeverages.com/pre-mixed/

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

3/2/22 - Alternatives to Russian Vodkas, Best Beers in Boston, Best wine under $10 #Russianvodka #USAVodka #USAMade #USMade #bestbeer Bestofboston #Bostonbeer #Boston #wine #inexpensivewine #cheapwine

Russian vodkas are harder to find, what are the alternatives? Vermont Locals can check out this list https://802spirits.com/products/madeinvermon For others, this list of 11 vodkas should help https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/23/best-vodka-2022/

Best Beers in Boston? Get the full rundown at Boston Magazine’s site https://www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/2022/03/01/top-beers-boston/

A bottle of wine for $10?  Link at https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/25/good-wine-10-dollars/  

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

3/1/22 - Demon & trash fighting beer, You bought a hole?, & 6 Whiskeys that won't fail #FooFighters #Studio666 #billions #wine #winecellar #whiskey #bestwhiskey #recyclable #sustainable

It's the beginning of my favorite month of the year!

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Coors Light is in the new for two reasons - they’re making Coors Almighty Light with holy water as a collaboration with he Foo Fighters and the upcoming Studio 666 horror-comedy movie. Whether it is an effective demon deterrent remains to be seen - but we do know that Coors Light is making an investment in deterring some single use plastics! Molson Coors is making an $85 million investment in transitioning from plastic rings to fully recyclable and sustainable cardboard wrap carriers later this year. It will have a significant impact by removing 1.7 million pounds of plastic waste annually. Coors Light will be leading the way, with other brands to follow. Expect the entire North American portfolio to transition by 2025. For the Holy Water story click https://mybeerbuzz.blogspot.com/2022/02/coors-foo-fighters-team-up-for-coors.html and for the cardboard ring story click https://www.pennlive.com/business/2022/03/coors-light-says-it-will-eliminate-six-pack-plastic-rings-by-end-of-the-year.html

What would your friends say if you bought a 30 acre hole in the ground? They might think you’ve gone mad or at least losing a bit of touch with reality - but Nigel Jagger did just that 35 years ago and proved his critics wrong. He’s turning that hole, an abandoned war bunker, into a massive wine cellar that now holds $2 Billion worth of wine. It maintains a consistent temp of 57 F and 80 percent humidity. Conveniently, that’s also good conditions for Formula 1 racing tires, which were also stored there in the past. I doubt I’ll ever have anything currently stored in there - like the case of 1945 Chateau Coeval Blanc wine valued at $150,000 or the $2 Million bottle of whiskey. Heck - I wouldn’t even want to be in there with those prices - I’m too afraid I’d drop something. For more https://www.insidehook.com/article/booze/octavian-vaults-wine-bunker

Speaking of Whiskey though - it can be hard to choose a good bottle, and price isn’t always an effective way of determining which one is the best (but every so often who among us doesn’t drop some coin on something special?) According to some experts - there are six bottles you can’’t really go wrong with - and since it’s the Food Network they probably know what they’re talking about. One of them was surprising, as it’s an $89 bottle of Hillock Solar from NY, but it was good to see the affordable Elijah Craig Small Batch on there and a great (dare I say cheap) whiskey for mixed drinks Wild Turkey 101. Get the rest here https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/packages/shopping/articles/best-bourbon

Next Time: I might have something coming up with some musicians, I’ll keep you informed!

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Maple Tripple Awards, Patrón 4x Tequila, & Big Brew Day

Welcome to the Boozebuddy Update. For you Boozebuddies today I have - Maple Tripple Awards, Patrón 4x Tequila, & Big Brew Day Maple Tr...