Monday, November 30, 2009

DeLeon Tequila Joins Liquor Group Portfolio


Jacksonville, FL - Venice CA based DeLeon Tequila line has recently been added to the representation line up of Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc. (Publicly Traded: LIQR) spirits portfolio as the "crown jewel" of the Tequila section.  The initial agreement initially covered distribution in the Florida market and began with more than $80,000 of opening orders; however it has already been amended to include the Illinois and Michigan markets with planned expansions into the balance of the 18 Control States.  “Deleon products are featured on the bar at the most eclectic and sophisticated bars from South Beach to New York, from Chicago to Los Angeles...” says Liquor Group CEO C. J. Eiras "…we are thrilled to have these stellar tequilas available for our discriminating customers."

Produced for decades by a family on their lands in the Mexican highlands village of Purisima del Rincon, these ultra-premium tequilas were revered locally, but never exported until quite recently.  The US importers recognized the extraordinary quality of the tequilas and designed an iconic bottle that is fitting presentation for the purest tequilas available.  The beautifully crafted decanted style bottle bears only a sandblasted  DL monogram on the front while the crowning touch is the cast metal top that was mastered from a one pound ball of sterling silver masterfully carved with ancient 'Aztec Death's Head' designs by famed jewelry designer Bill Wall.  DeLeon's Blanco tequila was accorded the title "Diamante" by the locals due to its crystal clarity and extremely smooth finish.  The DeLeon Reposado achieves its honey-amber color from a careful aging process that remains a family secret and the great complexity of this aged offering is sure to please even the most discriminating tequila aficionado.  Due to very limited production, DeLeon Tequilas will only be available in select markets.  For more information on the DeLeon line of tequilas please visit the brand's website at DeLeonTequila.com

Monday, November 23, 2009

Liquor Group CEO “Tapped” for USA Mutuals Invest Your Knowledge Series


New York, NY – November 19, 2009 – C. J. Eiras, CEO of Liquor Group Wholesale (OTCBB:LIQR) was hand selected by Eric Lansky, CEO of USA Mutuals to speak at the upcoming “Invest Your Knowledge” conference for shareholders and interested investors of its Vice Fund (MUTF:VICEX) on December 9, 2009. USA Mutuals’ Invest Your Knowledge call series features industry experts like Eiras who speak directly to individuals and professional investors so they might gain real-world insights; in this instance with a focus on the current state of the adult beverage industry.

Also participating on the call is Dr. Marcin Kacperczyk, Professor of Finance at New York University, co-author of the award-winning “The Price of Sin: The Effects of Social Norms on Markets”.

Liquor Group* continues to gain recognition as one of the fastest growing alcohol distribution companies in the USA, recently spreading its breadth of territory to 32 states. The rise of the company from a home garage in 2002 to its current state only partially reflects its publicly traded portion, since that makes up only a minute percentage versus the privately held operations. The company recently acquired privately held alcohol distribution/brokerages in Illinois and Iowa, and intends to continue acquisitions capturing/controlling distribution/brokerage licenses in as many states as are available.

“I am honored to be chosen to speak; Mr. Lansky has many options available for other speakers, I will do my best to provide meaningful insight on the current state of the adult beverage marketplace.” says Eiras.

To register for the call contact USA Mutuals at 1-866-264-8783 or email: Info@USAMutuals.com

* USA Mutuals is not an investor in Liquor Group Wholesale (LIQR).

Vice Fund’s investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses must be considered carefully before investing. The statutory and summary prospectuses contain this and other information about the investment company, and they may be obtained by contacting 866.264.8783 or go to www.USAMutuals.com Read carefully before investing.

The USA MUTUALS Funds are distributed by Quasar Distributors, LLC.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Martinifest - Florida's Largest Martini Party!

Liquor Group Products a Hit at Jacksonville Martinifest!

November 18, 2009 - This year's Jacksonville Martinifest drew more than 3000 thirsty revelers to sample a multitude of adult beverage products at the riverside Jacksonville Football Stadium. Liquor Group products dominated the top floor of the show with a wide array of products offered at a number of tables. The SurReal Vodka line from Latvia was extremely popular with the crowds and received a nod as "best tasting cocktail" for a blend of SurReal Red Berry Crème Vodka and Cranberry juice. Hawaii's organic ultra-premium Ocean Vodka was one of the fastest moving brands with drinkers flocking to sample from the tropical themed bottles. A new addition to the Liquor Group portfolio that made an appearance at the show was McCulloch's American Vodka represented by Rob McCulloch whose family has been distilling in Ohio since the late 1800's. Many of the vodkas offered at the show were mixed with high quality Weis Liqueurs from the Black Forest region of Germany. In addition to Vodkas the Liquor Group tables also offered the recently introduced Columbus Anejo Rum, a seven year old sipping rum produced in the Dominican Republic by the famed Barcelo family, and Fat Ass Tequila Blanco a ultra-premium tequila that is taking the Florida market by storm. Probably the most unusual new products offered by Liquor Group at this year's Martinifest were the Whipped Lightning line of alcohol infused flavored whipped creams that topped many of the evening's favorite libations.








Thursday, November 12, 2009

Liquor Group Wholesale Expands Old St. Andrews Scotch Whisky Portfolio



November 12, 2009 - Jacksonville FL Florida based importer and distribution network Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc. (OTCBB: LIQR) has added four new products to its portfolio of Scotch Whiskys produced by Old St. Andrews Whisky. Additions to the popular Clubhouse Blend line with its iconic Golf Ball shaped bottles include a Tumbler Pack offering a single Clear Glass 50ml packed inside a fine etched Whisky Tumbler, perfect as a holiday "stocking stuffer" or small gift, and a new Par 4 White Glass 50ml bottle in a size matching the traditional clear glass minis that have been so popular around the world. Both bottlings contain the same highly rated blended whisky (90/100 points from Jim Murray in his 2006 Whisky Bible!) as earlier items in the line and are available in cases of 36. A completely new extension of the Old St. Andrews family of whiskys is the "Whisky Barrel 10 Year Malt Scotch Whisky," a vatted malt with a blend of single malts dominated by an excellent Speyside. The 750ml and 50ml barrel shaped bottles with photo labels showing 19th century coopers are sure to be a hit with Scotch Whisky lovers everywhere as is the rich and smooth whisky inside.

Liquor Group Product Manager Lowell Newman remarked that he was "thrilled to get these new items in stock just in time for the holiday season. Quantities of the Whisky Barrel and Clubhouse Tumbler Pack are quite limited and we anticipate that there will be a quick sell-out in the Florida market where they will first be introduced." For more information on these and other Old St. Andrews products visit www.osawhisky.com.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Liquor Group Wholesale Sponsors Palm Beach International Film Festival Gala


November 10, 2009 - Palm Beach, FL - The opening night gala at the 14th Annual Palm Beach International Film Festival featured products represented by Jacksonville based distributor Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc (OTCBB: LIQR). The gala was held on the rooftop of Boca Raton's fashionable Mizner Park shopping and entertainment complex following the screening of the festival's opening night film, Charles Martin Smith's Stone of Destiny, the story of Scottish nationalist Ian Hamilton's theft and "repatriation" of The Stone of Scone. Liquor Group CEO C. J. Eiras said that the firm was "proud to support The Palm Beach International Film Festival and other film industry activities throughout the state." For more information about the festival visit www.pbifilmfest.org

SurReal Vodkas Featured at Hidalgo Gallery Opening


November 10, 2009, Coral Gables, FL – The SurReal line of vodkas distributed by Jacksonville based Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc (OTCBB: LIQR) was featured at a recent East Village Gallery opening in Coral Gables FL showcasing new works by internationally known painter Leonardo Hidalgo. The bold and colorful canvases by the Ecuadorian born Hidalgo have garnered critical acclaim around the globe.

SurReal Vodka (www.SurRealVodka.com) is a line of ultra-premium spirits produced in Latvia from the finest grain and pure spring water. The line includes the popular straight vodka along with three outstanding flavored varieties - Red Berry Crème, Ginger Peach and Grape, each infused with choice ripe fruits and spices from around the world. SurReal Vodka represents true artistry in spirits production and the brand is proud to support visual arts and artistry around the US.

Florida Film's Apples & Oranges party Features Happy Rum

April 26, 2009, New York, NY – Film Florida, a not-for-profit association promoting film industry activities in the state hosted an Apples & Oranges Party honoring Florida Films and Filmmakers appearing at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 26th. The party featured Mojitos and other rum cocktails provided by Happy Rum part of the Happy spirits line distributed by Jacksonville based Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc. (OTCBB: LIQR), providing a suitable tropical mood for the festivities. Staged at the Grace Room Mate Hotel in the heart of New York's Times Square, the party feted two new film releases - Handsome Harry, a crime drama directed by Bette Gordon, written by Nicholas Proferes and starring Jamey Sheridan, Steve Buscemi, Marian Mayberry and Aidan Quinn, and Serious Moonlight, a comedy from director Cheryl Hines and writer Adrienne Shelly starring Justin Long, Kristen Bell, Mag Ryan and Timothy Hutton. For more information on the film industry in Florida and the programs offered by Film Florida, visit www.FilmFlorida.org

The Irishman Whiskeys Land with Liquor Group Michigan


November 9, 2009, Novi MI -Miami Florida based Other Wine and Spirits, Inc. has recently placed its highly regarded The Irishman Irish Whiskey line for brokerage services through their Novi, MI based Liquor Group Michigan. State Manager Steve Dodge said he was "...thrilled to have these very high quality products to offer in this increasingly popular spirit category. Irish Whiskeys were once only popular around St. Patrick's Day, but the increasing availability of higher quality, low production brands such as The Irishman has made this once overlooked whiskeys type grow in popularity throughout the year."

The Irishman Single Malt Whiskey is aged for over 10 years in Bourbon and Sherry casks. This is a limited production spirit with only 1000 cases of 6 hand numbered and signed 750ml bottles produced annually from 100% pure Irish Single Malt. The Irishman Original Clan Whiskey is a classic pot still blend, triple distilled and including 70% Irish malt. Long aging in Bourbon casks results in a smooth and mellow finish. Both whiskeys were awarded Gold Medals in the 2008 International Review of Spirits where they garnered identical 94 point "Exceptional" ratings and designations as "Best Buys." For more information regarding The Irishman Whiskeys visit www.HotIrishman.com

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Liquor Group Holds Reception for Michael Hausman


Jacksonville, FL – Liquor Group Florida is proud to present a Night with Multi-Academy Award Winner Michael Hausman this Saturday Evening. This VIP reception is the precursor to the presentation of Hausman’s lifetime achievement award.

Michael Hausman has made his career in film production for nearly four decades, with service as director, producer or executive producer of the feature movies: Hair, Ragtime, Amadeus (which won 8 Academy Awards, including Best Picture), Valmont, The People vs. Larry Flynt, Sydney Pollack’s - The Firm, Martin Scorsese’s Gangs of New York, All the King’s Men, Ang Lee’s Brokeback Mountain, Man on the Moon, Goya’s Ghosts, Places in the Heart (won 2 Academy Awards), Nobody’s Fool, and Twilight.
Housmans' television credits include: House of Games, Things Change and Homicide. His many features as producer also include Elaine May’s Mikey and Nicky; Robert M. Young’s Rich Kids and The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez; Richard Pearce’s Heartland, No Mercy, and A Family Thing; Mike Nichols’ Silkwood; Eugene Corr’s Desert Bloom; and Jay Roach’s telefilm Recount, for which Mr. Hausman received the Emmy Award in the Outstanding Made for Television Movie category.

Products featured at the event include the new and exciting Whipped Lightning, Columbus Anejo Rum and Fat Ass Tequila as well as known brands such as Surreal Vodka, Old St. Andrews Whisky & Ocean Vodka. Happy Vodka, Black Forrest Devil, Party A Go-Go and Primo Vodka round out the spirits “guest list”.

Monday, November 2, 2009

Columbus Rum Sails into Liquor Group Portfolio

November 2, 2009 Jacksonville, FL – Dominican Habitat LLC has selected Liquor Group Wholesale, Inc. (OTCBB:LIQR) to introduce their Columbus Anejo Rum to the Florida market. Columbus Rums are produced in the Dominican Republic by the famed Barceló family using the original family formula that made their rums famous around the world. Dominican Habitat describes the seven year old Columbus Anejo as exceptionally smooth and rich rum in the classic Dominican Republic rum tradition that can be enjoyed straight up, on the rocks with lime or in your favorite rum cocktail.

“By working closely with the Barceló family we are able to bring it to market at a very reasonable price point.” says Senior Vice President Jeff Bryant “The rum is produced from freshly cut sugar cane and is aged in aromatic white oak barrels to give it a distinctive sweet nose and smooth finish.” Bryant also explained that Liquor Group was chosen for launching the brand in Florida “…due to their hands on sales and marketing approach that has been successful with other new brands."

Lowell Newman, Liquor Group's Vice President and Product Manager noted that the new Columbus Anejo with its high quality and modest price will be strong competition for many established brands. Plans are already in the works for expanding the sales of Columbus Anejo Rum to other states within the Liquor Group distribution network. "We are also looking forward to adding the Columbus White Rum and the much older Columbus Imperial Rum to the product line in the near future."