GSN Spirited News: July 7th 2020 Edition

The Macallan has expanded its Double Cask range, adding 15 and 18-year old expressions to the lineup. The two new whiskies are bottled at 43% abv and are matured in Sherry-seasoned casks made from European and American oak. The 15-year-old whisky will retail for around $135 and the 18-year-old is positioned at $330. Both are rolling out now across the U.S.

Volley, a new Tequila-based hard seltzer, has launched in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. The 5.25% abv seltzers come in four flavors—Zesty Lime, Spicy Ginger, Sharp Grapefruit, and Tropical Mango—and are made with three ingredients: 100% blue agave Tequila, sparkling water, and organic juice. Each 12-ounce serving contains between 100 and 110 calories. At retail, 4-packs (variety and single flavor) are available for $11.99 instore, $13.99 online (to ship nationwide).

Bombay Sapphire is launching its first artist-designed bottle. The brand collaborated with Chicago-based artist Hebru Brantley, who brought his street art and Afro-Futurist influences to the design of the bottle. An extension of Bombay’s “Stir Creativity” campaign, the launch of Hebru Brantley Limited Edition will benefit the Chicago chapter of the Black Lives Matter organization. It is available now in select states and on Reserve Bar, retailing for a suggested $23 a 750-ml.

Courtesy of Shanken News Daily