🍷✨ Spirit Shop Tasting Calendar – October

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Your weekend pour decisions just got easier! Join us for tastings every Friday (4–7pm) and Saturday (2–6pm) at Spirit Shop of Annapolis. Discover new favorites, meet producers, and sip something special.

📅 Upcoming Tastings:

• Oct 3 – Ziobaffa Wines (Toscana, Pinot Grigio, Prosecco) 🇮🇹
• Oct 4 – Meinelschmidt Bourbon & Rye 🥃
• Oct 10 – Ancient Peaks (Sauv Blanc, Merlot, Zinfandel) 🍇
• Oct 11 – Care Wines (Blanco & Tinto) 🎨
• Oct 17 – Milan & Greene Whiskey (with possible Barrel Pick!) 🥃
• Oct 18 – Italian Liqueurs (Tiramisu, Meletti Cioccolato, Essentiae Caffè) 🍫☕
• Oct 24 – Japanese Whisky Showcase (Mars IWAI, Fuyu, Nikka Coffey) 🥃
• Oct 25 – Skellig Spirits (Pot Still, Small Batch, Gin) 🇮🇪
• Oct 31 – 🎃 Happy Halloween! No tasting today.
• Nov 1 – Sparkling Celebration (Cava, Brut Rosé, Blac de Blancs) 🥂

👉 Mark your calendars, bring a friend, and taste your way through the season with us.

📍 Spirit Shop of Annapolis – Where every sip tells a story.

🍂 October Specials at Spirit Shop of Annapolis 🍂

Fall is here, and so are the savings! Check out this month’s featured deals:

Wine of the Month

• Bodegas Care Tinto & Blanco – Only $10 per bottle or $110 per case (mix & match). Bold, fruit‑forward Spanish blends that deliver incredible value.

🍷 About Bodegas Care

• Region & Heritage: Based in Cariñena, Aragón—one of Spain’s oldest wine regions, with winemaking roots dating back to Roman times2.
• Philosophy: Family‑run and estate‑focused, Bodegas Care farms all its own vineyards, blending tradition with modern techniques to create expressive, fruit‑forward wines.
• Artistic Identity: The striking labels are designed by artist Enrique Torrijos, symbolizing the many “faces” of wine and giving Care bottles their instantly recognizable look.

✨ Featured Wines

• Cariñena Sobre Lías Tinto (Garnacha & Syrah) Deep black cherry color with violet hues. Aromas of ripe red and black fruit, layered with spice. On the palate: powerful fruit, balanced structure, velvety texture, and a long finish4.
• Cariñena Sobre Lías Blanco (Chardonnay & Garnacha Blanca) Bright pale yellow with green reflections. Fresh aromas of green apple, pineapple, and citrus blossom. Crisp, fruity palate with a touch of creaminess from lees aging, finishing clean and refreshing6.

🍏 Holla Flavored Vodkas – $23 (750ml)

• Fuji Apple 🍎
• Praise the Gourd Pumpkin 🎃
• Blueberry 🫐

✨ Weekly Specials

• Monday – $5 off any purchase of $50 or more
• Tequila Tuesday – $5 off any tequila $30+
• Whiskey Wednesday – Buy any whiskey, get $5 off a 2nd bottle of equal or lesser value

💡 All prices are tax inclusive – what you see is what you pay!

📍 Stop by Spirit Shop of Annapolis and stock up on your fall favorites today. 

🎉 Sip into September with Us! 🍷🥃🍶 Our weekend tasting lineup is stacked with flavor, flair, and a few surprises. Whether you're into bold reds, crisp whites, botanical gins, or small-batch whiskey, we've got something for every palate.

🗓️ Every Friday & Saturday
📍 Spirit Shop of Annapolis
🕓 Friday 4–7 PM & Saturday 2-6 PM (or until the last drop!)

✨ Tasting Highlights by Date:
• Fri 9/5 – Australian Wines: Bugalugs Grenache, Madfish Sauvignon Blanc, Frisk Prickly Riesling
• Sat 9/6 – Ercole Wines: Barbera, Bianco, Moscato
• Fri 9/12 – Ferrand Spirits: Citadelle Gin & Rouge, Mathilde Framboise & Cassis, Ferrand Dry Curaçao
• Sat 9/13 – Lubanzi Canned Wines: Syrah, Chenin Blanc, Rosé
• Fri 9/19 – Hakutsuru Sake: Draft, Superior Ginjo Junmai, Sayuri Nigori
• Sat 9/20 – Milam & Greene Whiskey: Triple Cask, Single Barrel, Very Small Batch, Rye
• Fri 9/26 – Chattanooga Whiskey: Straight Bourbon, Bottled-in-Bond, Cask Strength
• Sat 9/27 – Barnard Griffin Wines: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon

No RSVP needed—just bring your curiosity and good vibes. Let’s raise a glass to tasting season! 🥂

✨ September Specials at Spirit Shop of Annapolis ✨🥃

We’re kicking off September with a brand-new $10 Wine of the Month — and it’s a double feature! Meet Les Jamelles Tinto & Les Jamelles Blanco — two crowd-pleasing sips from one of the Languedoc’s most beloved wineries.

🍇 About Les Jamelles

Founded in the early 1990s by Catherine & Laurent Delaunay, Les Jamelles has become a global favorite for crafting varietal wines that are approachable, expressive, and full of southern French charm. Their philosophy? Great wine should be a pleasure, not a puzzle — and these two bottles prove it.

🍷 Les Jamelles Tinto

Smooth, fruit-forward red with ripe berry aromas, soft spice, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs. Medium-bodied and easy-drinking — perfect for pizza night, grilled meats, or just unwinding after work.

🍾 Les Jamelles Blanco

Bright, crisp, and aromatic — think passion fruit, citrus, and a touch of honeysuckle. Refreshing and lively, it’s a natural match for seafood, salads, or sipping on the porch.

💰 Special Pricing All Month

• $10 each
• Mix & Match Case (12 bottles) – $110
• Tito’s Handmade Vodka 750ml – $23
• Jack Daniel’s Blackberry 750ml – $25

📅 Day-of-the-Week Specials

• Monday – $5 off any purchase of $50 or more
• Tequila Tuesday – $5 off any tequila priced $30 or more
• Whiskey Wednesday – Buy any whiskey, get $5 off a second of equal or lesser value

💡 Remember: Our prices are always tax-inclusive — the price you see is the price you pay.

📍 Stop by Spirit Shop of Annapolis and stock up while these deals last. Whether you’re a red lover, a white wine fan, or a spirits enthusiast, September’s got something special for you.

🍷🥃 Sip. Savor. Smile.

🥃🍷 “Sip Happens All Month Long”

Mark your calendar and prep your palate—we’re pouring bold bourbons, global wines, zero-sugar summer sips, and tequila worth toasting.

📅 Every Weekend in August
🕒 Fridays 4–7pm | Saturdays 2–6pm

🔥 Highlights Include:

• Kings County Bourbon Breakdown
• Smirnoff Zero Sugar Summer Sips
• Espy House Whiskey Flight
• Cayeya & Cimarron Tequila Duel
• Global Wine Sampler & Italian Red Renaissance
• Good Boy Canned Cocktails + My5 Vodka Water

➡️ Try something new. Discover your favorites. And remember—Sip Happens, so be here for it.

📣 Friday, Aug 1 – Kings County Bourbon Breakdown

Start August strong—with Brooklyn’s boldest.

Distillery Spotlight: Kings County Distillery, NYC’s oldest whiskey distillery since Prohibition, pioneers grain-to-glass bourbon with obsessive attention to detail and heritage.

🥃 Lineup:

• Straight Bourbon: Deeply oaky, warm spice, and cocoa finish. Aged in small barrels for a punchy profile.
• Blended Bourbon: Mellow notes of caramel and apricot, ideal for summer sipping.
• Cask Strength Rye: Fiery and unapologetic—bold black pepper and mint.

🍸 Cocktail Ideas:

• Straight Bourbon → Smoked Old Fashioned
• Blended → Kentucky Mule with ginger beer & mint
• Rye → Bold Manhattan with vermouth & bitters

📍 Spirit Shop of Annapolis 🕓 4–7pm

📣 Saturday, Aug 2 – My5 Vodka Water Chill Hour

Hydration with a vodka twist? Yes, please.

Brand Background: My5 fuses fruit essence and zero sugar vodka water for a breezy drink with a better-for-you vibe. Developed by 6 friends out of Catonsville and Arbutus this local brand will soon be your new favorite. 

GREAT TASTE, NO BUBBLES AND GOOD VIBES!

💧 Flavors:

• OG: Crisp, clean, with a slight custard flavor—think high-end spa water with a buzz.
• White Peach: Subtle sweetness meets stone fruit elegance.
• Tangerine: Bright citrus pop with refreshing zest.

📍 Spirit Shop of Annapolis 🕑 2–6pm

📣 Friday & Saturday, Aug 8–9 – Global Wine Sampler

Six countries, one tasting passport.
Vineyard Highlights:

• Padre Pedro (Portugal): Heritage blends from 100-year-old vineyards
• Buscando Garnacha (Spain): Small-batch, high-altitude grapes
• Sancerre Rosé (France): Loire Valley’s flinty finesse
• Villiera (South Africa): Eco-conscious, family-run estate
• Verdejo (Spain): From Rueda’s crisp, mineral-rich terrain
• Vinho Tinto (Portugal): Bold and rustic red blend

🍷 Tasting Notes & Pairings:

• Padre Pedro White: Floral, fresh → Pair with grilled shrimp or lemon goat cheese
• Buscando Garnacha: Juicy cherry, spice → Match with charcuterie or grilled lamb
• Sancerre Rosé: Dry, strawberry hints → Ideal with sushi or tomato salad
• Verdejo: Zesty, green apple → Serve with ceviche or Manchego
• Villiera Chenin Blanc: Honeyed, peachy → Brilliant with baked brie
• Padre Pedro Vinho Tinto: Deep berry, tannic → Pair with grilled sausages

📍 Spirit Shop of Annapolis 🕓 Fri 4–7pm & 🕑 Sat 2–6pm