Collection: Under $50 Drinks

The 2022 Maison Noir OPP “Other People’s Pinot Gris” is a vibrant, feel-good white wine from Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Harvested after a long, cool season that brought refined acidity, it dances lightly with juicy notes of apples, pears, and peaches — all while radiating bright energy and a sense of fun.

A crowd-pleasing Pinot Gris that is easy to enjoy at any gathering. Good for brunch, casual dinners, and anyone who wants a fruit-forward white wine that has a personality to go with it.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Gris
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Producer: Maison Noir Wines
• Best For: Brunch, casual dinners, gatherings, fruit-forward white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Juicy apples, pears, and peaches — bright and inviting
• Palate: Light and lively with good acidity from the long, cool Oregon growing season
• Finish: Bright and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A juicy, fruit-forward Willamette Valley Pinot Gris with upbeat energy and a clean finish. Easy and enjoyable across the board.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good alongside roast chicken, light seafood, mushroom dishes, soft cheeses, or on its own at a gathering.

What Makes It Special

Maison Noir Wines is a Black-owned wine brand from Portland, Oregon, founded by winemaker Andre Hueston Mack. OPP — “Other People’s Pinot Gris” — is a Maison Noir signature. The Willamette Valley’s long, cool 2022 season produced fruit with refined acidity and bright character — exactly the kind of vintage that suits Pinot Gris.

The 2022 Indigéné Muscat of Alexandria is a vibrant, aromatic white wine from Paso Robles, California. Pale straw in color, it presents aromas of lychee, white flowers, and honeysuckle, complemented by a light body and a crisp, refreshing finish that captures the essence of California’s Central Coast.

A good pick for those who enjoy floral, aromatic white wines that are light and easy to sip. Good for warm evenings, cheese boards, and gifting to someone who appreciates something a little different.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Muscat of Alexandria
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Paso Robles, California
• Best For: Warm evenings, cheese boards, floral white wine lovers, gifting

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Pale straw
• Nose: Lychee, white flowers, and honeysuckle — aromatic and fragrant
• Palate: Light-bodied with clean, refreshing acidity
• Finish: Crisp and clean
• Flavor Profile: An aromatic, floral California Muscat with lychee and honeysuckle character. Light, fresh, and memorable.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with soft cheeses, light fruit desserts, spiced appetizers, or on its own as a fragrant aperitif.

What Makes It Special

Indigéné Cellars is a Black-owned wine brand producing small-batch wines from California’s Central Coast. Muscat of Alexandria is one of the oldest cultivated grape varieties in the world — known for its distinctive floral aromatics and lychee character. Growing it in Paso Robles brings Central Coast sunshine and freshness to this ancient variety.

The 2023 Hedon State Crimson Crush is a medium-bodied red blend from Virginia’s Piedmont region, made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It opens with layers of red fruit and spice, with a gentle oak undertone — approachable and expressive, from a Black-owned wine brand pushing boundaries in Virginia winemaking.

Good for casual sipping and mid-week dinners. Pairs with a wide range of dishes and works for both seasoned red wine drinkers and those still exploring what they like.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: Approximately 13.5%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Piedmont Region, Virginia
• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
• Best For: Casual dinners, weeknight meals, approachable red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Red fruit and spice with a gentle oak note
• Palate: Medium-bodied and approachable with red fruit layers and a gentle oak undertone
• Finish: Smooth and even
• Flavor Profile: An approachable, medium-bodied Virginia red blend from Hedon State. Red fruit and spice with gentle oak — easy to pair and good for a range of occasions.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F. Good with pasta, grilled chicken, lighter meats, and casual dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Hedon State is a Black-owned wine brand from Virginia’s Piedmont region, working to expand the range and reputation of Virginia winemaking. The Crimson Crush reflects that mission — an approachable, well-made everyday red that introduces Virginia terroir to a wider audience.

2022 New Noir is an orange wine from Maison Noir, founded by sommelier and winemaker Andre Hueston Mack.

This skin-contact field blend from Willamette Valley combines Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Muscat, and Pinot Blanc, spending 22 days on skins for amber color, bold aromatics, stone fruit, salinity, and lively acidity.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Orange Wine / Skin-Contact White Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Blend: Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Muscat, and Pinot Blanc

2022 Frichette Punctual Red Blend is a Cabernet Franc-driven red from Washington State's Red Mountain AVA.

It brings red and black fruit, soft tannins, cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and a finish touched by vanilla and caramel. This is a polished Washington red for roasted meats, pasta, pork, lighter charcuterie, and casual evening meals.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Franc-driven red blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Red Mountain AVA, Washington

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature in a red wine glass. Let it open briefly before pairing with roasted chicken, pasta, pork, or charcuterie.

What Makes It Special

Frichette is a small-production wine brand in Washington's Red Mountain AVA, a region known for structured reds with concentrated fruit.

Liquid Intrusion South of DC Cream Ale - 12 oz is a cream ale from Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company. It brings a crisp, light-bodied profile with clean grain, bready malt, mild honeyed sweetness, floral hop notes, and refreshing carbonation.

This beer is a good fit for new and seasoned beer drinkers who want something approachable and smooth. Enjoy it chilled with wings, sliders, fries, seafood boils, cornbread, hush puppies, or grilled chicken when you want an easy, refreshing beer.

Product Details

• Product Type: Beer
• Style: Cream Ale
• ABV: 5.4%
• Size: 12 oz can options
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Prince George's County, Maryland
• Best For: Game day snacks, cookouts, seafood boils, grilled chicken, and casual sipping

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Clean grain, floral hop perfume, bread, and cracker-like malt.
• Palate: Smooth and light-bodied with bready malt, mild honey sweetness, and subtle hop bitterness.
• Finish: Dry, crisp, slightly savory, and refreshing.
• Flavor Profile: Crisp, light, approachable, grainy, and easy-drinking.

How to Enjoy

Serve South of DC Cream Ale cold with casual food like wings, fries, sliders, grilled chicken, seafood, cornbread, or hush puppies.

What Makes It Special

South of DC keeps the cream ale style smooth and approachable while bringing enough grain, floral hop, and dry finish to stay interesting from the first sip to the last.

La Fete du Rouge is a still red wine from Cotes de Provence, France, made from Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvedre.

It shows wild strawberry, cherry, Mediterranean herbs, red fruit, black pepper, eucalyptus, silky tannins, and a savory finish. Pair it with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, Mediterranean dishes, aged cheeses, and dinner parties.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2021
• Region: Cotes de Provence, France
• Blend: 86% Syrah, 12% Grenache, 2% Mourvedre

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature. A brief decant can help the red fruit and herbal notes open up.

What Makes It Special

La Fete du Rouge brings Provence red wine into the La Fete portfolio, with a Syrah-led blend and a polished Mediterranean profile.

Courage + Stone The Classic Manhattan is a ready-to-drink cocktail made with small-batch American rye whiskey, bespoke vermouth, aromatic bitters, natural cherry, and dark chocolate. It brings the structure of a classic Manhattan into a polished bottle designed for simple serving.

Product Details

• Product Type: Ready-to-Drink Cocktail
• Style: Manhattan
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Volume: 750 ml
• Base: American rye whiskey

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rye spice, sweet vermouth, aromatic bitters, and dark cherry
• Palate: Rye warmth, vermouth richness, dark chocolate, and cherry
• Finish: Long and spirit-forward with bittersweet bitters and cherry
• Flavor Profile: A classic Manhattan — rye-forward, rich with vermouth depth, and layered with cherry and dark chocolate

Serve chilled, over ice, or up in a cocktail glass with a cherry garnish.

Experience the Pinnacle of Ultra-Premium Craftsmanship

FLOH Vodka is an ultra-premium spirit meticulously crafted to deliver unparalleled smoothness and purity. Distilled in Bend, Oregon, this small-batch vodka is produced from the finest American corn and pristine Oregon water, resulting in a gluten-free, allergen-free, and Kosher-certified beverage. 

Product Details

• Product Type: Vodka
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Country: United States
• Region: Oregon

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Exceptionally crisp aroma.
• Palate: Clean and velvety, with no burn.
• Finish: Satisfying and smooth.
  

What Makes FLOH Vodka Special?

• Artisanal Production: Handcrafted in small batches, FLOH Vodka undergoes a unique filtration process that ensures a smooth and clean taste.
  
• Natural Ingredients: Made from high-quality American corn and pure Oregon water, it is both gluten-free and allergen-free.
  
• Kosher Certified: Adheres to strict dietary standards, making it suitable for those observing kosher practices.
  

Perfect Pairings

• Cocktail Suggestions:
  • Classic Martini: Combine FLOH Vodka with dry vermouth and garnish with an olive or lemon twist for a timeless cocktail.
  • Vodka Tonic: Mix with premium tonic water and a slice of lime for a refreshing and simple drink.

The Story Behind FLOH Vodka

Founded in 2012 by Jacques Evans, FLOH Vodka emerged from a desire to create a superior vodka experience. Dissatisfied with promoting brands he didn't believe in, Jacques set out to develop a vodka that epitomizes luxury and quality. The brand's journey began with a bottle design sketched on a napkin, leading to the creation of a spirit that stands out in the industry. 

Experience the Excellence of FLOH Vodka

Elevate your spirits collection with FLOH Vodka, a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and premium quality. Whether enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or as the foundation of your favorite cocktail, FLOH Vodka offers a refined and satisfying experience for discerning palates.

Du Nord Pronounced Apple Liqueur is an apple liqueur made with fresh Minnesota apple character and warm spice. It brings crisp apple, tart orchard fruit, caramel, brown sugar, toffee, cinnamon, clove, and a hint of orange zest.

This bottle is a good fit for apple cocktail fans, whiskey drinkers, and anyone who wants a fruit liqueur that works in both warm and sparkling drinks. Enjoy it neat, over ice, in whiskey cocktails, spritzes, hot tea, or dessert drinks.

Product Details

• Product Type: Liqueur
• Style: Apple Liqueur
• ABV: 30%
• Proof: 60 Proof
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Minnesota / Twin Cities
• Best For: Whiskey cocktails, spritzes, warm drinks, hot toddies, and dessert cocktails

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh apple cider, caramel, brown sugar, and warm spice.
• Palate: Bold tart apple, caramel, toffee, cinnamon, and clove.
• Finish: Warm spice, apple, and a subtle hint of orange zest.
• Flavor Profile: Crisp, spiced, orchard-fruit driven, and cocktail-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve Du Nord Pronounced Apple Liqueur neat or over ice, mix it into Old Fashioned-style drinks, add it to sparkling wine spritzes, or use it in hot tea and warm whiskey cocktails.

What Makes It Special

This liqueur brings apple cider character and warm spice into a flexible cocktail ingredient, making it useful for fall drinks, dessert serves, and bright spritzes alike.

The Vibin’ With Val Trinity Red Blend is a medium-bodied red wine that balances dark fruit and coffee notes with a smooth, vanilla-rounded finish. It is a classic combination of popular red grapes in an approachable, well-structured blend — versatile enough for everyday dinners and relaxed enough for casual occasions.

Good for both weeknight meals and evenings worth marking. Pairs well with a wide range of dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Country of Origin: United States
• Best For: Everyday dinners, grilled meats, pasta, casual entertaining

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark fruit and coffee notes
• Palate: Medium-bodied and smooth with dark fruit depth and a vanilla-rounded character
• Finish: Smooth with a warm, rounded close
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, approachable red blend with dark fruit and coffee character. Medium-bodied, versatile, and easy to enjoy across a range of occasions and dishes.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F in a standard red wine glass. Good with pasta, grilled meats, burgers, pizza, and casual dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Vibin’ With Val is a Black-owned wine brand led by women. The Trinity Red Blend reflects the brand’s goal of making approachable, quality wine for a wide range of palates — a crowd-pleasing everyday bottle that does not ask too much of the drinker.

The Vibin’ With Val Zinfandel Syrah Red Blend is a bold, full-bodied red wine that brings together the ripe, peppery spice of Zinfandel with the rich dark fruit of Syrah. The result is a wine with serious depth, concentrated flavor, and a long, complex finish.

A hearty red for those who enjoy big, bold reds with intensity and structure. Good with grilled meats, barbecue, and dishes that can stand up to a wine with character.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend (Zinfandel/Syrah)
• Country of Origin: United States
• Best For: Barbecue, grilled meats, hearty stews, bold red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe fruit, peppery spice, and dark berry aromatics
• Palate: Full-bodied with concentrated dark fruit, spice, and intense flavor depth
• Finish: Long and complex
• Flavor Profile: A bold, full-bodied red blend that combines Zinfandel’s peppery spice with Syrah’s dark fruit richness. Concentrated and satisfying.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Let it breathe a few minutes before pouring. Good with barbecue ribs, grilled steak, braised meats, and strong cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Vibin’ With Val is a Black-owned wine brand led by women. The Zinfandel Syrah blend takes two bold grape varieties and lets them do what they do best together — a wine for drinkers who know they want something full and robust.

Love Cork Screw “Head Over Heals” Riesling is a semi-sweet white wine from Lake Michigan, Michigan. It has a captivating aroma of lemon and grapefruit, a smooth and delightfully crisp body, and enough sweetness to make it one of Love Cork Screw’s most popular wines.

Good for sweet-wine lovers, brunch pours, and anyone who enjoys a lighter, fruit-forward white wine. Pairs well with sharp cheeses and dried fruit desserts.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Riesling
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lake Michigan, Michigan
• Best For: Brunch, cheese boards, desserts, casual sipping

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Lemon and grapefruit — bright and citrus-forward
• Palate: Smooth and crisp with semi-sweet fruit character
• Finish: Clean and refreshing with a hint of sweetness
• Flavor Profile: A semi-sweet Michigan Riesling with bright citrus aromatics and a smooth, approachable body. Popular with those who prefer a touch of sweetness in their white wine.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Pairs well with sharp cheeses, dried fruit, light desserts, and brunch fare. Good on its own as a casual afternoon pour.

What Makes It Special

Love Cork Screw was founded by Chrishon Lampley, a wine industry entrepreneur on a mission to make wine more inclusive and welcoming. As Vice President of the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV), she works to increase representation of Black professionals in the wine industry. “Head Over Heals” is one of the brand’s most beloved wines — a semi-sweet Riesling built to win over anyone who thinks they don’t like white wine.

Love Cork Screw “Hard Knock Life” Concord is a sweet American red table wine made from 100% Concord grapes. It is light and fruit-forward with bold ripe berry character — approachable for sweet wine lovers and a natural gateway into red wine for those who find most reds too dry or tannic.

Good with summer meals, casual appetizers, pizza, and pasta. A crowd-pleasing pour from a Black-owned wine brand built on inclusivity.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Concord Red Table Wine
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lake Michigan, Michigan
• Grapes: 100% Concord
• Best For: Sweet wine lovers, casual summer meals, pizza, pasta, accessible red wine

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe Concord grape and fresh berry aromas
• Palate: Light and sweet with bold berry character and a balanced finish
• Finish: Clean and refreshing with natural sweetness
• Flavor Profile: A sweet, light, and fruit-forward Concord red table wine. An accessible, crowd-pleasing pour that works for those who prefer sweeter reds.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly chilled at 55–58°F. Good with pizza, pasta, summer appetizers, and casual outdoor meals.

What Makes It Special

Love Cork Screw is a wine brand founded by Chrishon Lampley, who is also Vice President of the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV). The brand was built to make wine more inclusive and welcoming. “Hard Knock Life” — made from 100% Concord grapes sourced from the Lake Michigan region — is the approachable, sweet pour that fits that mission directly.

Discover New Dawn Whiskey, a craft expression by New Dawn Distilling that blends environmental purpose with rich whiskey character. This small‑batch spirit is rooted in sustainable practices and aims to deliver an experience that appeals to newcomers and aficionados alike. A Black woman‑led brand, New Dawn distils with intention from grain to glass — always considering community, ecology, and flavor in each release.

Tasting Notes

New Dawn 6-Year Bourbon – Cask Strength

Nose: Prune, apricot, molasses, toasted oak, vanilla.

Palate: Burnt caramel, brooding rye spice, and dark molasses richness.

Finish: Long, dry oak and peppercorn with a lingering warmth.

New Dawn 10-Year Wheated Whiskey

Nose: Banana, caramel, chocolate, cherry, and vanilla.

Palate: A graceful evolution from ginger and orange zest to apricot and clove.

Finish: Smooth and refined with balanced fruit and spice that lingers elegantly.

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The 2021 Aslina Umsasane Red Blend is a bold, structured red from the Western Cape of South Africa. Made from 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, and 9% Petit Verdot, it is a wine built for complexity — smooth, firm, and full of character. Umsasane is the Zulu word for umbrella tree, a symbol of shelter and protection, and the name honors both the matriarch of the family and the values behind Aslina Wines.

A serious red wine for those who appreciate structured Bordeaux-style blends. Good with hearty meals, grilled meats, and aged cheeses. Benefits from decanting.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2021
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Western Cape, Stellenbosch
• Grapes: 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 9% Petit Verdot
• Best For: Grilled meats, aged cheeses, hearty stews, structured red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bold, layered aromas from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc blend
• Palate: Smooth and complex with firm structure and depth
• Finish: Long and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A Bordeaux-style South African red with bold structure, smoothness, and complexity. Crafted to honor heritage and built to age well.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 30 minutes before serving to let the wine open up. Good with grilled steak, lamb, braised short ribs, and aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Aslina Wines was founded by Ntsiki Biyela, recognized as the first Black female winemaker in South Africa. Umsasane — the Zulu word for umbrella tree — was her grandmother’s nickname. This blend honors that connection: bold structure, genuine complexity, and a wine that shelters those who share it.

The 2023 HER Collection Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant, zesty white wine from a single-vineyard site in Worcester, Wellington, South Africa. Crafted by an all-female, all-Black winemaking collective, it bursts with grenadilla, grapefruit, green apple, and fresh-cut grass — finishing crisp and clean.

Good for summer days, seafood dinners, cheese platters, and anyone who wants a white wine that is bright and refreshing without being flat or simple. Serve well chilled.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sauvignon Blanc
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Worcester, Wellington, South Africa
• Best For: Seafood, salads, cheese platters, grilled chicken, summer drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Grenadilla, grapefruit, green apple, and fresh-cut grass — vibrant and zesty
• Palate: Bright and citrus-forward with clean, lively acidity
• Finish: Crisp and clean
• Flavor Profile: A vibrant, citrus-forward South African Sauvignon Blanc with tropical fruit notes and a clean finish. Expressive and food-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Pairs naturally with oysters, grilled fish, shrimp, goat cheese, green salads, and grilled chicken.

What Makes It Special

HER Collection is crafted by an all-female, all-Black winemaking collective in South Africa — a team that brings both craft and purpose to every bottle. The wine comes from a single-vineyard site in Worcester, Wellington, and reflects the collective’s commitment to producing quality wine that is as expressive as the team behind it.

2022 Love Drunk Rose is a still Willamette Valley rose from Maison Noir Wines, founded by sommelier and winemaker Andre Hueston Mack.

Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it is fresh, playful, and fruit-driven, with strawberry, raspberry, watermelon rind, kiwi, and a bright finish. Serve chilled for brunch, warm evenings, weddings, light salads, grilled shrimp, soft cheeses, or spicy dishes.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Rose
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Blend: 72% Chardonnay, 28% Pinot Noir

Liquid Intrusion, Saison Du Zest (Lemongrass Saison) is a lemongrass saison from Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company. It brings zesty citrus, fresh lemongrass, herbal hop notes, cracker-like malt, and a clean dry finish.

This beer is a good fit for saison drinkers and anyone who likes bright, refreshing beer with citrus and herbal lift. Enjoy it chilled with seafood, grilled chicken, salads, spicy dishes, or spring and summer gatherings when you want a crisp Belgian-style farmhouse ale.

Product Details

• Product Type: Beer
• Style: Lemongrass Saison / Belgian Farmhouse Ale
• ABV: 7%
• Size: 12 oz can options
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Prince George's County, Maryland
• Best For: Seafood, grilled chicken, salads, spicy food, and refreshing warm-weather pours

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Lemongrass, lemon zest, herbal hops, and floral notes.
• Palate: Bright citrus, fresh lemongrass, cracker-like malt, delicate honey sweetness, and herbal complexity.
• Finish: Clean, dry, crisp, and citrus-herbal with a light saison edge.
• Flavor Profile: Zesty, bright, citrusy, herbal, and refreshing.

How to Enjoy

Serve Saison Du Zest chilled in a tulip, wine glass, or beer glass. Pair it with grilled seafood, lemony chicken, fresh salads, herby dishes, or spicy snacks.

What Makes It Special

Lemongrass gives this saison a vivid citrus-herbal lift, making it a lively choice for drinkers who want farmhouse character without heavy bitterness.

2023 Roman Clarke Semi-Sweet Malbec Rose is a Mendoza rose with juicy red fruit and a gentle honeyed finish.

Its semi-sweet profile is approachable and bright, with raspberry and strawberry notes that fit desserts, fruit tarts, light pastries, spicy dishes, or a casual chilled aperitif pour.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Semi-Sweet Malbec Rose
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina

2023 Boyd Cru Free Spirit Rose is a bright, easy-drinking rose from Poolesville, Maryland, crafted by Maryland's first Black family-owned winery.

Made primarily from Merlot with a small amount of Gruner Veltliner, it brings red fruit, melon, raspberry, cherry, and refreshing balance for brunches, garden days, happy hour, seafood, veggie pizza, goat cheese, hummus, and flatbreads.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Merlot Rose
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: 13%
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Blend: 97.5% Merlot, 2.5% Gruner Veltliner

2023 Boyd Cru Living Legacy Red Blend is a Maryland red from Poolesville with cherry, raspberry, espresso, cocoa, and smooth texture.

The listed blend is led by Barbera with Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot. Its fruit, cocoa, and gentle savory notes make it a fit for grilled meats, pasta with red sauce, mushroom dishes, and rich chocolate desserts.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Blend: 70% Barbera, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec, 10% Merlot

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature. Pair with grilled meats, red-sauce pasta, mushrooms, or chocolate desserts.

What Makes It Special

Boyd Cru is a BIPOC-owned Maryland wine brand from Jon'll and Matthew Boyd, focused on community, heritage, and locally rooted wine.

2022 Castlebridge Pinot Noir is a bright California Pinot Noir made primarily from Pinot Noir with a small field-blend component.

It offers strawberry, cherry, raspberry, floral spice, bright acidity, and subtle oak. The live product data lists ABV as a 12.6-12.7% range, so this bottle is best described as approximately 12.7% ABV.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: Approximately 12.7%
• Region: California
• Blend: 98.6% Pinot Noir with a small field-blend component

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly chilled with grilled salmon, roasted chicken, mushrooms, cheese plates, or pizza night.

What Makes It Special

Castlebridge Wine Company was founded by Tanika Wilson and offers California wines with an emphasis on representation and approachable quality.

The 2024 Boyd Cru “Community” Vidal Blanc is a refreshing white wine from Poolesville, Maryland. It brings vibrant aromas of pineapple, pear, and lemongrass, followed by crisp citrus, bright acidity, and a gently sweet finish — a wine built for shared moments and relaxed gatherings. As featured in SevenFifty Daily.

A natural fit for brunch, casual entertaining, and warm weather sipping. Approachable and crowd-pleasing.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Vidal Blanc
• Vintage: 2024
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Best For: Brunch, casual gatherings, warm-weather sipping

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Pineapple, pear, and lemongrass — vibrant and inviting
• Palate: Crisp citrus and bright acidity with a gently sweet finish
• Finish: Light and refreshing with a gentle sweetness
• Flavor Profile: A vibrant, fruit-forward Maryland Vidal Blanc with tropical aromas and a gently sweet, crisp finish. Approachable and easy to enjoy at any occasion.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with brunch fare, light seafood, spiced appetizers, soft cheeses, or on its own as a casual pour.

What Makes It Special

Boyd Cru is a wine brand from Poolesville, Maryland producing small-batch wines that reflect the Mid-Atlantic terroir. The “Community” Vidal Blanc is named to reflect the spirit behind the wine — a bottle built for sharing, gathering, and celebrating community. Featured in SevenFifty Daily as a notable Maryland white wine.

2021 Castlebridge De Soleil Rose is a California rose from Black- and woman-owned Castlebridge Wine Company.

It is bright, fruit-forward, and crisp, with strawberry, cherry, raspberry, and refreshing acidity that fits warm-weather sipping, brunch, seafood dinners, spritzers, and light summer cocktails.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Rose
• Vintage: 2021
• ABV: 13%
• Region: California
• Blend: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Rubired, Petite Verdot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and other varieties

Roman Clarke Malbec is a Mendoza red made from 100% Malbec grapes.

It brings blackberry, cherry, vanilla, juicy dark fruit, smooth tannins, and a persistent finish. This is an approachable red for grilled or braised meats, eggplant dishes, chocolate desserts, and social gatherings.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Malbec
• ABV: 14%
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina
• Grape: 100% Malbec

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature with grilled meats, braised dishes, eggplant, or chocolate desserts.

What Makes It Special

Roman Clarke is a Black-owned wine brand led by Tia Clarke, with wines that connect family legacy, community pride, and approachable style.

Krave Lemon Drop Cocktail is a ready-to-drink canned cocktail from Washington, DC that brings classic Lemon Drop flavor into a crisp, sparkling format. Made with real vodka and natural lemon flavor, it balances tart citrus, gentle sweetness, and a refreshing seltzer-style lift.

Product Details

• Product Type: Ready-to-Drink Cocktail
• Style: Lemon Drop with a seltzer twist
• ABV: 7.5%
• Base: Vodka
• Region: Washington, DC

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh lemon zest and light citrus
• Palate: Tart lemon, clean vodka, a touch of sweetness, and sparkling effervescence
• Finish: Crisp and refreshing with a clean citrus lift
• Flavor Profile: Bright and tangy lemon drop in a sparkling, ready-to-drink format

Serve well chilled or pour over ice with a lemon wheel or twist.

A Toast to Resilience, Excellence, and Heritage

Greenwood Whiskey is a handcrafted premium rye that celebrates the spirit of Tulsa’s historic Greenwood District—famously known as Black Wall Street. Founded in 2018 by friends Kweillin “KG” Gordon, Che Bailey, James Roach, and Sheldon Johns-Harris, Greenwood Whiskey stands as a tribute to the entrepreneurship, unity, and strength that defined this legendary community.

Product Details

• Product Type: Rye Whiskey
• Style: Handcrafted, 51% rye, 49% corn
• ABV: 42% (84 Proof)
• Country of Origin: United States