We’ve been stocking up on some hot new items like:

• Lexington Bourbon
• Twenty Grand Cognac Infused Vodka
• Svedka Orange Cream Pop
• Three Olives Marilyn Monroe Strawberry Vodka
• Bootleggers Vodka

As part of our continuing efforts to be your favorite Buffalo liquor store, we host wine & spirit tastings on the weekends! Stop in and try before you buy

Friday, April 26 – 5-8PM Kru Vodka, Lexington Vodka, Bird Dog & 20 Grand Tasting

Friday, May 3 – 5-8PM Double Cross Vodka Tasting

Saturday, May 11 – Time: TBA, Mothers Day Favorites Tasting

Saturday, June 15 – 4-7PM Leonard Oakes Winery Tasting

We haven’t forgotten about all you winers out there! In thanks for making us your favorite Buffalo wine store, we’ve gotten our cuvenee system up and running. This means every week you get to sample up to 4 new red wines, and 4 new whites! We host in-store wine tastings daily; offering a wide variety of wines to try. We’ve also gotten some new wines in as well!

Arbor Mist Raspberry Pink Moscato

Robert Mondavi Coastal Crush Red Blend

Fuedi del Pisciotto Sicilian Red Wines

Willow Creek Chataqua Chocolate

MonteFalcon Cabernet Sauvignon & Malbec

90+ Prosecco & Cabernet Sauvignon

As one of the Top Liquor Stores in Buffalo Wine World is holding an in-store Bourbon seminar Saturday, Feb.16th. We’ve invited a Bourbon specialist from Heaven Hill Distillery group to our local Buffalo liquor store to share his wealth of whiskey knowledge with you! How much will this set you back, you may be wondering? In an ongoing effort to stay on top as your favorite liquor store in buffalo, it’s absolutely free! Seating is however limited, so be sure to RSVP ASAP! To do so, contact us at (716)691-3396 or via e-mail: info@wineworldny.com

The educational tasting seminar will take place at Wine World wine store & liquor store at 3158 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst, NY 14228. This is a great chance to have any Bourbon questions you may have answered, as well as tasting and conferring with your peers. As one of the best Buffalo liquor stores, the whiskeys sampled will all be available for purchase on sale especially for you after the class! Don’t miss out on this great learning experience. For more information, please check out our calendar at: http://wineworldny.com/component/option,com_jevents/Itemid,3/month,02/task,month.calendar/year,2013/

When Searching for “Wine Store Buffalo” or “Liquor Store Buffalo” we have over 40 Years of Service

Wine World opened our newest location in Oct. 2011, on Niagara Falls Blvd., in Amherst, N.Y. Established in 1973; Wine World has been Buffalo’s Wine Store & Liquor store for the last 40 years. Wine World also proudly serves Amherst & the Tonawandas.

The store is adjacent to a Consumer’s Beverage beer retail chain, whose owners designed and developed the site collaboratively with Wine World owner Jim MacKenzie. “The two stores are a perfect marriage, “he says. “It’s a one stop shop”. Our goal is to be known as both “the best Wine Store in Buffalo” and “the best Liquor store in Buffalo”. We feel that through our weekly sales, Every Day Low Pricing program, & outstanding customer service, we can achieve that goal. And having Consumer Beverages next door to us definitely helps.

Wine World uses not only their own website, www.wineworldny.com, but also Facebook, Foursquare & an ever-growing mailing list to reach out to their customers & keep them up to date on current sales, wine tastings & special events such as the recently held Ladies Fall-Fest, which benefited Roswell Park Cancer Institute, and educational tasting seminars. “We are looking forward to offering our customers the opportunity to learn about and taste new product s as they arrive, as well as established brands they may not be familiar with” says manager Dave MacKenzie. “We are also excited about continuing our involvement with the community. We not only want to be known as a Top Buffalo Wine Store & a Top Buffalo Liquor Store, but your neighborhood wine & liquor shop as well.”

It's that time of year again.... Father's Day, the 1 day of the year that's set aside to show our Dad's how much we appreciate all they do for us.  What better way to let Dad know how much you care than to take him to a Bourbon Tasting at Wine World?  Join your Dad Saturday from 1-4 and enjoy sampling a variety of different bourbons that will range in flavor and price. 

As a special Father’s Day gift we will offer discounts to those at the tasting on all sampled bourbons and anyone who purchases a 750ml. Maker’s Mark bottle you will receive two FREE hand-dipped Maker's Mark glasses.

Below is a list of what we will be sampling, with a brief description of the process and flavor of each:

Jim Beam Devil's Cut - $32.99 down to $29.99
A robust, premium bourbon with deep color, aroma and character” and is “full bodied with intense oak and vanilla notes.

Maker's Mark - $29.99 to $27.99 (750mL) / $36.99 to $34.99 (1L)
A sweet whiskey smelling of caramel and vanilla that lands on the front of your palate, soft and smooth, with a long, warm finish.

Maker's Mark 46 - $39.99 to $35.99
A slightly higher proof Bourbon that has been finished in barrels containing toasted oak stave's for several extra months of aging. Maker's Mark Bourbon with slightly less sweetness and vanilla, and a bit more earthy cinnamon.

Basil Hayden Bourbon - $45.99 to $39.99
A spicy bourbon with a hint of honey flavor and the right amount of oak this  is perfectly distilled and aged to drink with a little ice, no water needed. The first glass finishes as smooth as the tenth glass with little to no bite and a smooth after taste.

Knob Creek - $36.99 to $33.99
The taste is smoky, almost peaty. Syrupy sweetness is present, but it's tempered by hot spiciness. With a dry woodiness that spreads to the roof of your mouth and back of your tongue while a cornbread tastiness pops up on the front of your tongue.

Check out other the tastings at Wine World.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!!
On Sunday Just in time for father's day, we're hosting an in-store Scotch seminar. This will be a great chance to learn about Scotch Whiskey, and for dad to let loose. Seats are very limited and this is an RSVP only event, so reserve your seat today! If you’re interested in attending please call the store at (716) 691-3396, or E-mail your name and phone number to info@wineworldny.com

A basic guide to organic wine...

With terms like natural, organic, sustainable, and bio-dynamic being thrown around; it can be a challenge picking out a “greener” wine.  One of the major benefits of organic growing is lower sulfite counts, which leave you less likely to get a headache or to turn flush from the wine. Please note that sulfites are a naturally occurring byproduct of wine making, and they affect people differently. They are added to stop the sugars from converting to alcohol (fermentation). Fun fact: an entire bottle of wine contains less sulfites than one serving of broccoli! Now, let’s get down to brass tacks:

Natural Wine – This refers to most wine commercially distributed in the US, though the term has no law pertaining to its use. Natural wine contains no added sugar, flavoring, no acidity adjusters and is generally made with a “let’s not tweak this too much” kind of attitude.

Certified Organic Wine – These are wines that contain no traces of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or fertilizer. In addition, they contain minimal levels of added sulfites depending on the laws governing certification for the region. If the label says “Wine made from organic grapes”, the juice is organic, but sulfites can be added.

Bio-dynamic – Wines that are grown and treated with a more holistic approach. This means no artificial chemicals and more cover crops, natural manures and simulation of a natural ecosystem. Some bio-dynamic growers even take the position of the stars into consideration, and follow an astronomical planting schedule.

Sustainable – Practices based on ecology and the natural surrounds of the grapes, and often strive for a carbon neutral facility. Sustainable farms use hawks and owls to combat rodent problems, chickens to eat bad bugs, plant flowers to keep pests away, and use other natural means to create a farm that keeps its own balance. Sustainable farmers also consider soil health for generations to come, and are aware that what goes into the earth now has a longer lasting effect.

Unfortunately, many wineries that practice some of these farming techniques don’t get certified or even boast that aspect of their growing.  It’s always helpful to do a little research on what you’re drinking beforehand, and remember; always read your labels!

To see what the Department of Agriculture says about organic wine, click here: http://web.archive.org/web/20041021080518/http://www.atf.gov/alcohol/alfd/wine.pdf

White Wine is what most people gravitate toward pairing with a traditional holiday ham dinner. When selecting a white for Easter, look for a wine with a little underlying fruit to help balance the natural saltiness of ham. For those of you who glaze their ham in honey, this will accentuate natural peach and fruit notes in the wine (especially the crowd pleasing Rieslings).

·    Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé

·    Lucien Albrecht Pinot Blanc
·    Dr. Loosen Riesling
·    Keuka Springs Gewurztraminer
·    Villa Wolf Gewurztraminer
Burgundy or Pinot Noir – If you had your heart set on red, a nice light Pinot Noir or a Gamay make a great mate for Easter dinner. When looking for a lighter style red, try a rounder style wine suggestive of bright fruits. These styles will pair best with a savory or mustard spiced ham. ·    Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages
·    Roth Sonoma Pinot Noir
·    Casillero De diablo Pinot Noir

Zinfandel – often mistaken for the popular sweet “white” style, Zin is actually a dry medium-bodied red grape. More importantly; it goes great with a traditional Easter dinner. Featuring pepper notes, natural jammy fruit, and a slightly higher alcohol content, Zinfandel is an excellent pairing to stand up to a classic baked or fried ham. I recommend:

·    Plungerhead Zinfandel
·    Primativos
·    Gnarly Head Zinfandel

Sparklers - Bubbles and ham go hand in hand! Bright acidity helps cut the salty taste, and light fruit mingles well with nearly any style of ham.

• Stellina Di Notte Prosecco
• Lucien Albrecht Cremant D'Alsace Brut Rose
• Chandon Rieche

For those who want to look good and have fun too here are some summer sizzling drink recipes.

Mimosa's are low calories to begin with compared to other drinks, but if you swap regular OJ (203 calories) for Trop 50 = 100 calories.

Skinny Bloody Mary: 202 calories

2 ounces vodka
4 ounces low-sodium tomato juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
hot sauce
cajun spices
worchestershire sauce

Combine first three.

3 dashes hot sauce

1 dash cajun spice and worchestershire.

Stir well and garnish with your choice, celery stalk, pickle, or olives.

Add black pepper if you like it hot.

Lemon Soda With Mint & Bitters:  about 135 calories

1 quart lemon soda or lemonade (use lemon/ lime juice with truvia or blue agava)
6 sprigs of mint
angostura Bitters
Lemon slices
Ice cubes

Pour lemonade/ soda to 6 glasses.

Add sprigs of mint to garnish.

Add a few drops of angostura bitters to each glass.

Add a few slices lemon and ice cubes.

Voila a yummy summer drink perfect for a picnic.

MORE TO COME SO KEEP CHECKING BACK.

It was only earlier this week that a women was searching for the perfect drink to celebrate a bridal shower. Being overwhelmed by the vast amounts of liquors and wines it can sometimes be off putting. How can you satisfy everyone? Something that wouldn't be overwhelming after the brides mother and bride's requested champagne punch! 

CHAMPAGNE you can dress it up or just take it down.

Choice pick.  Whether you call it champagne or sparkling wine, whether  you like sweet, brut or extra dry. The choices are nearly endless. And for an occasion for many people where its difficult to please everyone you can try. 

If its just a certain kind of champagne/ sparkling wine (MOET, Chandon, Korbel, to name a few) you are satisfied with you can stop there, but why? Here are just a few suggestions how you can make an event a little more special by either allowing your guest to experiment with drink making themselves or introduce them to a new variety. 

Mimosas 

Are always a good way to start the day whether on vacation or just a special day. Its a easy drink to make being only champagne and orange juice (1:1).  *Feel a little experimental, use a different kind of juice, grapefruit is always a good choice the bitters compliment the effervescent and good if your not looking for something as sweet as orange juice. Just for looks you should choose a fruit that compliments the juice as a garnish. Or allow the fruit to mingle in the champagne flute.

Champagne Punch.

1 (6 oz.) frozen orange juice
1 liter bottle ginger ale
1 (10 oz.) box frozen strawberries
1/2 liter vodka
2 bottles champagne

Mix all your ingredients except the champagne. You don't want it to lose its sparkle before your even done mixing. *Should always tilt your flute to maintain the bubbles. Makes 6 drinks.

For more flavors in the champagne you should check out the LIQUEUR AISLES.

Chambord Champagne. A nice way to add a little more zing. Chambord is a raspberry flavored cognac based liqueur. Added in champagne for a little flavor and color.

Pama Champagne. Is a pomegranate flavored vodka and tequila liqueur  that can be used just like the previously mentioned drink, just a fruity flavor with a little bit of citrus kick.

Sparkling NUVO.  NUVO is already a sparkling champagne and vodka blend. Its delicious on the rocks but if you want to make it last a little longer add to champagne. Serve chilled. Also available in NUVO LEMON SORBET.

Mandarine Napoleon. Mandarine Napoleon is named after its taste of Sicilian tangerines, cognac based.

Grand Marnier. This is a orange flavored cognac based liqueur. 

Grand Gala Liqueur. Comparable to the Grand Marnier, but is a brandy based liqueur made in Italy.

I really like a variety dry, sweet you name it. 

However, now that the weather is getting nicer.

MUSCADET, MUSCATO Either way is just fine.

I just  love the little spritz that you can get out of the muscat wines. So de-lish and delectably sweet and refreshing. 

If you drink Rieslings you should try Muscato's you'll fall in love, and if your afraid that they are sweeter then Rieslings that is not always true. Like other noble grapes (theres only 9 and Muscat is one!) you get different levels of sweet and variety of flavors. Ask an associate for help if your concerned of going too sweet or not sweet enough. 

Personally, I like the muscato d'asti wines, its a wonderful pop and fizz like a champagne I consider it a bit smoother and a lot more refreshing. I have to suggest Elio Perrone's Sour-gal. Its my current favorite and I'm constantly searching for a new favorite. Its always nice to out do your tastebuds such a nice awakening for them! When searching for a Muscato unlike the red variety, youth is in your favor. D'asti's especially are better to be consumed early for wonderful honeyed, peach, apricot, pear, lychee and sometimes spicy flavors that can be found in the Muscat grape. The alcohol content can be much lower than other wines, which may hint at the residual sugar (RS) content.

Delectable Recipe tip: (try naked grape moscato)

As the seasons turn, we at Wine World in WNY tend to change out beverage of choice. As far as Fall in a bottle is concerned, this one takes the cake(or pie). Imagine the taste of fresh pumpkin pie mingling with warm autumn spices as a cream liqueur. Sounds pretty tasty, huh? Fulton's lends it's self to many Fall inspired cocktails, and it's great alone! A quick favorite over ice, in a variety of coffees, cream-based cocktails and even shooters.

My personal favorite is one I call Pumpkin Pie A La Mode.  To make it as a shot, mix 1 part vanilla vodka with 1 part of Fulton's Harvest Liqueur. For a martini adaptation, use 2 parts Fulton's to 1 part vodka and garnish with a cinnamon stick. So what we want is to hear how you've been enjoying this product whether it's a cocktail or a food recipe, make sure to share...