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Benriach, a Scotland-based brand of Brown-Forman Corp., announced the U.S. debut of two expressions that reflect the traditional methods of Scotch whisky-making: Malting Season and Smoke Season.

Starla Wines entered into the alcohol-free (AF) industry by launching a trio of alcohol removed varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend and Sparkling Rosé.

Germain-Robin, a brand of E. & J. Gallo Winery, released its Single Barrel Pinot Noir Brandy, aged 19 years. 

Laughing Glass Cocktails announced the launch of its new ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktail collection in two flavors: a classic Lime Margarita and a sparkling Pink Paloma.

Sonoma-Cutrer, a brand of Brown-Forman Corp., announced two new vintages in celebration of its 40th anniversary: the 2019 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and the Cutrer Chardonnay. The new vintages join Sonoma-Cutrer’s Estate Chardonnay to celebrate the Sonoma county winery’s 40 years of winemaking.

As an official sponsor of the Ryder Cup, Jim Beam released a limited-edition bottle of Jim Beam Black Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey designed exclusively for the event. 

Boardroom Spirits, a sustainable, craft distillery, released two limited-release ready-to-drink (RTD) bottled cocktails in time for fall: Vanilla Peartini and Blueberry Blush. The Vanilla Peartini, features Boardroom’s Vanilla Vodka against hints of pears. The Blueberry Blush marries freshly picked blueberries with Boardroom’s vodka and warming spices such as cardamom.

Blake Lively announced the launch of Betty Buzz, a new line of non-alcohol, sparkling mixers made from clean ingredients.

Tequila Don Julio, a brand of Diageo North America, introduced Tequila Don Julio Ultima Reserva, a special 36-month aged luxury Extra-Anejo.

As Cheez-It, a brand of Kellogg Co., Battle Creek, Mich., toasts its 100th birthday, the snack brand teamed up with San Francisco-based Usual Wines to debut the Cheez-It x Usual Wines 'So Extra' Toasty Experience with collectable cracker coupe.