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Milestone Brands unveiled its latest creation, the free-spirited Dirty Monkey Banana Peanut Butter Whiskey. The new release is crafted with real whiskey, all-natural peanut butter and banana flavors blended to ignite your sense of adventure and have your taste buds swinging with delight, the company says. In addition to being all-natural, Dirty Monkey is allergen free and contains absolutely no high-fructose corn syrup, it notes. “Dirty Monkey is all about fun — we are so excited to launch this incredibly playful brand, grounded in key insights about the flavored whiskey consumer,” said Eric Dopkins, Milestone Brands CEO and chairman, in a statement. “We can’t wait for everyone to discover the one-of-a-kind flavor and embrace the don’t-have-a-care-in-the-world attitude of Dirty Monkey.” Packaged in a 750-ml bottle, the 35% ABV Dirty Monkey Banana Peanut Butter Whiskey is available to purchase nationwide for a suggested retail price of $25.99.

OLIPOP, a functional soda brand, announced the launch of its newest flavor: Crisp Apple. Crisp Apple tastes like sparkling apple juice and gummy apple rings blended into one festive drink —sweet and reminiscent of one’s favorite apple cider, the company says. Like all OLIPOP sodas, Crisp Apple offers digestive health support, minimal natural sugars and prebiotic plant fiber, making it a “better-for-you” option without compromising on taste, it adds. Packaged in 12-ounce cans, OLIPOP Crisp Apple is available to purchase in a 12-pack for $35.99 at Sprout’s and Whole Foods, followed by Target in January, it says. Crisp Apple also can be purchased online by visiting the company’s website.

BuzzBallz unveiled two exclusive seasonal flavors of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails: Eggnog and Cookie Nookie. This is the third year BuzzBallz is releasing Eggnog for a limited time, with Cookie Nookie releasing for the first time as its newest seasonal flavor. Both will have spirits-based BuzzBallz Cocktails and wine-based BuzzBallz Chillers options. BuzzBallz Eggnog has a creamy and sweet taste with the hints of vanilla, nutmeg and cinnamon, the company says. Meanwhile, BuzzBallz Cookie Nookie is a “caramelly” and creamy cocktail with natural cookie flavors and a smooth, luscious finish, it adds. Both cocktails are made with real cream, with a vodka base for the spirits-based Cocktails and orange wine base for the wine-based Chillers, the company notes. Available in 200-ml and 187-ml BuzzBallz options, both flavors will be available across a variety of retail channels for the holiday season.

Lavazza is teaming up with Rifle Paper Co., a stationery and lifestyle brand, to bring a holiday surprise: a limited-edition Holiday Coffee Blend featuring packaging designed by Rifle Paper Co. This winter, Lavazza is taking coffee enthusiasts on a journey through the warmth and wonder of the holidays with its specially crafted Holiday Blend that offers notes of toasted almond and warm spice to capture the essence of the season, it says. The Holiday Blend combines the rich, aromatic flavors of Lavazza’s premium coffee beans with the charm of Rifle Paper Co.’s signature illustrations, it adds. The Holiday Blend is available to purchase for $9.99 at select retail partners including Target, Eataly and Epicerie Boulud for a limited time, while supplies last. The blend also is available online for shipping nationwide at www.riflepaperco.com and on Amazon, as well as by visiting Lavazza’s website.

Casa Lumbre unveiled Alma Finca Orange Liqueur, a super-premium Mexican orange liqueur made with all fresh citrus. Made using a combination of fruit and spices from the Yucatán Peninsula, Alma Finca Orange Liqueur brings the tastes of this undiscovered terroir to those who love and appreciate Mexican spirits and cocktails, the company says. “Casa Lumbre is synonymous with innovation, and Alma Finca Orange Liqueur is a continuation of that commitment to artisanal values and sharing our love of the different terroirs and flavors of Mexico with the world,” said Master Distiller and Casa Lumbre Co-Founder Iván Saldaña in a statement. “Our newest creation allows us to showcase the essence of Yucatán, who’s rich and bountiful flavors are still influenced by its abundant culture and history. It is the citrus capital of Mexico and our inspiration for new Mexican mixology creations.” Packaged in 750-ml bottles, the 40% ABV Alma Finca Orange Liqueur is available to purchase in select markets nationwide for a suggested retail price of $34.99 a bottle.

Stella Rosa Wines introduced a new collection of sweet and spicy wines, adding to its portfolio of more than 30 semi-sweet, semi-sparkling wines. The Spicy Series is meeting two trending categories: sweet heat and low-ABV options, the company says. Initially launching the collection with the Pineapple & Chili flavor, Stella Rosa, is introducing two new SKUs: Lime & Chili and Mango & Chili — fusing sweetness with heat, it notes. Each flavor blends Moscato D’Asti grapes and tropical flavors with Italian chili peppers, and a 5% ABV, that meets the palette of loyal and new Stella Rosa fans, it says. Stella Rosa Pineapple & Chili, Lime & Chili, and Mango & Chili now are available to purchase for a suggested retail price of $10.99 a bottle at major retailers nationwide.

Bright Energy Wellness announced the launch of its line of CBD-Infused powdered drink mixes that are free from artificial sweeteners, colors and flavors. The drink mixes, Lemonade and Berry Medley, are infused with 25 mg of 100% organically grown hemp-derived full spectrum CBD, the company says. Bright Energy’s proprietary recipe is manufactured by Lieutenant Blender’s Cocktails in a Bag, a leader in the powdered drink mix category, it notes. “This high quality, all-natural formula is a unique drink for those who want an alternative to soda, sports drinks or other sugary beverages that are loaded with artificial ingredients, but who also want an ingredient-forward flavor profile with real fruit, all-natural blue agave, and the improved health effects that CBD has become known for,” said Candice Lascoe, vice president of marketing for Bright Energy Wellness, in a statement. Packaged in 25-ounce bags, Bright Energy’s Lemonade and Berry Medley drink mixes are available to purchase for $19.99 a bag (eight-serving package, scoop included) on Bright Energy’s website.

Tea Forté announced the release of its Frank Lloyd Wright Collection — a unique collaboration with the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. The Frank Lloyd Wright Collection features the following blends: Ceylon Gold, a Sri Lankan black tea; Citrus Earl Grey, a black Earl Grey tea with a creamy finish; Oolong Creme, a dark oolong with toasted caramel notes; Honey Hojicha, a roasted green tea balanced with notes of sweet citrus; and Spice Herbal Mate, an earthy herbal tea with a light citrus finish, the company says. The collection also features custom-designed stoneware cups and tea trays, with a portion of proceeds from the Collection to help further the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s mission to inspire people to discover and embrace architecture for better living, it notes. Selections from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection include a Gift Set featuring a mini petite presentation box of 10 infusers with a Frank Lloyd Wright custom-designed stoneware cup, tea trays to hold your pyramid infuser after steeping; Presentation Box featuring 20 infusers; and Petite Presentation Box featuring 10 infusers.