Montegrappa releases tasty new Cognac Hors d’Age Luxury Writing Pen

COGNAC HORS D’AGE  Limited Edition | Edizioni

Montegrappa has introduced its new luxury writing pen, the Cognac Hors D’age, based on the classic wood of a cognac barrel.

Using natural Limousin oak, the Montegrappa Cognac Hors d’Age has been carved to mimic the curvature and stave construction of the cognac barrel, with sterling silver trims mimicking its hoops. Pyrogravure detailing lends cellar character to the pen’s barrel and cap: both have been engineered to align perfectly.

In keeping with the traditions of the oldest, rarest cognacs, this new Edizioni release is destined to be owned by very few. Only fifty examples have been produced: each is a cartridge/converter fountain pen with an 18K white gold filigree nib – available in grades of Extra-Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad. A luxurious wooden presentation case is a place to store your rare acquisition and watch it age gracefully.

While the Montegrappa Cognac Hors d’Age’s all-oak body will have no discernible effect on the ink within, its natural grain is organic and responsive. It will develop a gentle patina over years of use.

Find at: www.MONTEGRAPPA.COM

WINE PICK: Broadside 2018 Chardonnay and Cabernets

Today’s pick is Broadside Wine. You may be familiar with the instantly recognizable label designs, as well as their reliably delicious flavors. The TasteTV wine reviewers recommend the following three as ones that combine great value with an attractive price.

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RECIPE: Make Them “Blush” with Martinelli’s Blush 75 Mocktail

As many people spend more time at home, there are plenty of creative ways to make sure the persons in your life feel appreciated and extra loved every day, even if you can’t celebrate in person.

Bring a smile to their faces by sending a recipe package that includes a card, fresh flowers and all the fixings for Martinelli’s Blush 75 Mocktail.

Martinelli’s Sparkling Blush is made from U.S.-grown fresh apples with a hint of raspberry juice, and has a festive pink tint.

Try this tasty mocktail recipe from blogger Meghan Yager at Cake N Knife that uses ingredients that may already be in your house or can easily be found at the local store (or online).

Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 16 oz Martinelli’s Sparkling Blush
  • 3 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Fresh lemon rind, for garnish

Instructions

Build each mocktail in a champagne flute or any other pretty glass. Start by adding ¾ oz fresh lemon juice and ¼ oz simple syrup to each glass. Stir to combine.

Top each with 4 oz Martinelli’s Sparkling Blush. Garnish with lemon rind and serve.

For more delicious recipes visit the Martinelli’s website.

About S. Martinelli & Company

Family-owned and operated, S. Martinelli & Company has been producing Gold Medal premium quality sparkling cider and apple juice for over 150 years in Watsonville, Calif. Martinelli’s products are 100% juice, made from U.S. grown fresh apples and contain no added sweeteners or chemical preservatives. Its apple-shaped glass and champagne style bottles are iconic hallmarks of the brand. The company is led by fourth generation family member and Chairman, John Martinelli.

For more information visit martinellis.com.

6 Refreshing Low Cal Brands for Lemonade Fanatics

Citrus juice contains Vitamin C, which is good for your health and immune system. A great place to find it is in lemonade, but you might want a lighter, lower calorie, less sugar, option if you drink a lot of it.

Here are 6 reduced sugar/lower calorie drinks where you can have your lemonade and drink it too

  • Poppilu Antioxidant Lemonade, the original tart and tangy line of all-natural lemonades, contains 75% less sugar than leading lemonades and is packed with 150% daily value Vitamin C plus polyphenol antioxidants from aronia berries (which turn the lemonades pink).  Poppilu comes in three mouth-puckering flavors: Original, Blueberry Lavender and Passionfruit and has just 9g sugar and 45 calories in each 12 oz bottle.

 

  • Suja Lemon Love – Lemon Love™ is an organic offering with lemon, stevia and a little cayenne. It has 1g sugar and 10 calories in each 12 oz. bottle.

 

 

  • Simply Light – Coca-Cola’s light product is made of filtered water, lemon juice, sugar, stevia leaf extract and natural flavors.  It has 8g sugar and 40 calories in each 11.5 oz. bottle.

 

  • Esse Lemon Water – Made from just water, lemon juice and lemon oil, Esse provides the light essence of lemonade with natural ingredients and only 3 calories per 14oz bottle.

 

  • Dirty Lemon – A new kind of lemonade infused with functional ingredients such as charcoal, chromium, and retinol. Dirty Lemon contains no added sugar and has 15 calories in each 16 oz. bottle.

 

  • Minute Maid Light – Made with real lemons and ingredients include pure Filtered Water, Lemon Juice from Concentrate, Less than 2% of: Vitamin C, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Potassium Citrate, Glycerol Ester of Rosin, Modified Corn Starch, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Aspartame, Acesulfame Potassium and Phenylalanine.   It has 5 calories in each 12 oz. can.

 

City Roots releases New Flavors and New Mission-Led Craft Cider Brand

City Roots from Mass. Bay Brewing Company has a line of crisp ciders in a range of tasty flavors that celebrate both the urban drinker and the rural sources.  Made exclusively from fresh-pressed apples, they are typically dry and naturally gluten free.

Current flavors include:

  • Original Dry: this year-round flagship cider is carefully fermented to produce a clean, balanced flavor profile with just a light touch of tartness and sweetness. Filtered bright for a crisp effervescence, Original Dry is refreshingly all-purpose. Available in 16 and 12-ounce cans or kegs. No added sugar. 9 grams sugar, 13 grams carbs.
  • Rosé Cider: this summer seasonal release combines the crisp base of fresh-pressed apples with a healthy dose of hibiscus flowers for a naturally tart and floral cider. Bubbly, tropical, and vibrantly pink, Rosé is a tropical take on a traditional dry cider. Available in 16-ounce cans or kegs. 9 grams sugar, 13 grams carbs.
  • Pumpkin Cider: a second seasonal release—this one for the fall—that combines two autumn favorites: fresh-pressed apples and pumpkin, with some subtle seasonal spice added in for good measure. Pumpkin uses all real spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove) and pumpkin puree to create an apple-forward flavor profile that is both subtle and balanced. Available in 16-ounce cans or kegs. 9 grams sugar, 13 grams carbs.

“At Mass. Bay Brewing Company, we’re all about innovating in new categories, and contributing to the communities we call home,” said Dan Kenary, CEO and co-founder of Mass. Bay Brewing Company. “City Roots helps us do both – establish a brand dedicated entirely to the cider category, while giving our fans something new to enjoy, and a reason to feel good about it.”

Says City Roots, “After apples from local New England orchards are fresh-pressed for cider, the apple pulp gets sent back to local farmers to feed their pigs to help eliminate waste. Then once the cider is packed, sold and sipped, a portion of all City Roots sales will be directed to local environmental groups in the area where the cider is sold, with the goal of bettering outdoor urban areas”

The brand launch includes a partnership with 1% for the Planet, a New England-based organization with a global mission to bring financial support to environmental nonprofits. Through this partnership, 1 percent of all City Roots sales will be directed to local environmental groups in the area where the cider is sold, with the goal of bettering outdoor urban areas.

About Mass. Bay Brewing Company, Inc.

Mass. Bay Brewing Company, which was originally founded as Harpoon Brewery in 1986, was established by a passionate group of individuals in search of better beer options, during a time when variety was limited. The company was issued Brewing Permit #001 by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, since it was the first to brew commercially in Boston after a dormant period of about 25 years. Today, Mass. Bay Brewing Company’s portfolio of brands includes Harpoon Brewery, UFO Beers, Clown Shoes, Arctic Summer and City Roots, with offerings ranging from Harpoon Brewery’s award-winning IPA to innovative limited release beers, as well as premium spiked seltzers and craft ciders. Mass. Bay Brewing Company celebrates its 5-year anniversary as an ESOP this year.

Find it at stores and online, and at http://www.cityrootscider.com

This Prosecco not only Tastes Luxurious, It also Comes from a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Premium Prosecco from UNESCO World Heritage site Conegliano and Valdobbiadene has a finish that is both bright and buttery, providing a luxurious tasting experience.

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