Apr
24
Wed
May Beverage Journal Mails
Apr 24 @ 12:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Brescome Barton Sips on the Sound Spring Tasting (Trade Only)
Apr 24 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

WHAT: Join Brescome Barton for a spring tasting array of wines, spirits, beers, mixers and more. Free parking and food provided. Trade only. Contact your sales rep for more information. RSVP to education@brescomebarton.com. 

WHEN: Wednesday, April 24, 3:00 -6:00pm

WHERE: Water’s Edge Resort & Spa, 1525 Boston Post Road, Westbrook

 

 

 

May
2
Thu
Denim & Diamonds Fundraising Tasting @ Saint Clements Castle & Marina
May 2 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Denim & Diamonds Fundraising Tasting @ Saint Clements Castle & Marina | Portland | Connecticut | United States

MARC Community Resources, in partnership with Liberty Bank, will host its annual Denim & Diamonds fundraiser at the historic Saint Clements Castle in Portland on May 2. Sponsored by Sammy’s Buy-Rite Liquors, the 11th-annual tasting event will feature more than 15 wine, beer and spirit distributors, a silent auction, live music, passed hors d’oeuvres and stir-fry stations. Event proceeds will benefit MARC Community Resources, a nonprofit organization dedicated to provide assistance for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with housing, employment, social and community services.

 

May
11
Sat
Rising Pint Brewfest @ Rentschler Field
May 11 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Rising Pint Brewfest @ Rentschler Field | East Hartford | Connecticut | United States

The 13th annual Rising Pint Brewfest returns to Rentschler Field on May 11, with beer from more than 60 craft breweries on tap for guests, along with eats from popular food truck vendors, including Spot on Tacos, Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ, The Big Cheese, Hop Häus, Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza Shop, Big Enzo’s BBQ, Big Bad Wolf, Sno ‘N’ Dough and Holy Smokez BBQ. Bands Booyah and 7 Below will play live music throughout the event. Proceeds will benefit The Reach Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to providing assistance to children who are in need, physically, socially and financially through programs, advocacy and more. Event is 21+. No children or pets. Rain or shine, no refunds.

May
14
Tue
Worldwide Wines Killer B’s Tasting (Trade Only) @ Gioia Café & Bar
May 14 @ 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Worldwide Wines will host a themed spring trade tasting at Gioia Café & Bar in New Haven on May 14. The Killer B’s tasting event will showcase top Burgundy, Bordeaux, Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Barbaresco and bubbly selections from Worldwide Wines’ portfolio. Sales representatives and account managers will be onsite to highlight brands and educate guests throughout the afternoon event. This event is trade only – please contact your sales representative.

 

May
18
Sat
Stonington Vineyards Kick-off to Summer @ Stonington Vineyards
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Stonington Vineyards Kick-off to Summer @ Stonington Vineyards | Stonington | Connecticut | United States

Stonington Vineyards will host its annual Kick-Off to Summer Weekend with plenty of Stonington Vineyards wine. Guests will receive a glass of Stonington Vineyards wine with their tickets and access to each day’s festivities, which will include music from Big Dawg Isaac from 1-4 on Saturday and Ben Freiert & Jeff Lewis from 1-4 on Sunday. Vendors (more to be announced): Valomie Boutique, Naturally in the Woods, Papineau Studi, Roth Jewelry, Graciela Perrone Art, Krafty Girl Studio Walking Tree Creations, Dreaming Light Creations, Creative Pixie, Moonchild Scented Creations, Bewitched of Scituate, Cutie Curls RI and Supa Dupa Food Truck among offerings. Event is outdoors, rain or shine.

May
19
Sun
Stonington Vineyards Kick-off to Summer @ Stonington Vineyards
May 19 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Stonington Vineyards Kick-off to Summer @ Stonington Vineyards | Stonington | Connecticut | United States

Stonington Vineyards will host its annual Kick-Off to Summer Weekend with plenty of Stonington Vineyards wine. Guests will receive a glass of Stonington Vineyards wine with their tickets and access to each day’s festivities, which will include music from Big Dawg Isaac from 1-4 on Saturday and Ben Freiert & Jeff Lewis from 1-4 on Sunday. Vendors (more to be announced): Valomie Boutique, Naturally in the Woods, Papineau Studi, Roth Jewelry, Graciela Perrone Art, Krafty Girl Studio Walking Tree Creations, Dreaming Light Creations, Creative Pixie, Moonchild Scented Creations, Bewitched of Scituate, Cutie Curls RI and Supa Dupa Food Truck among offerings. Event is outdoors, rain or shine.

Thread City Hop Fest @ Jillson Square
May 19 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Thread City Hop Fest @ Jillson Square | Windham | Connecticut | United States

The Thread City Hop Fest, an annual food and craft beer tasting event, will take place on at Jillson Square in Willimantic on May 19, 2024. Attendees will enjoy samples from more than 70 breweries from throughout New England. This event is rain or shine. Organized by the Willimantic Brewing Company on behalf of Willimantic Renaissance, Inc., proceeds from the Hop Fest benefit more than 15 charities including The No Freeze Project, Willimantic Renaissance, Inc. and Vulturetown Arts. Event is 21+. No children or pets allowed.

May
22
Wed
June Beverage Journal Mails
May 22 @ 12:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Jun
1
Sat
Foxwoods Tacos & Tequila Fiesta @ Foxwoods Resort Casino
Jun 1 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Foxwoods Tacos & Tequila Fiesta @ Foxwoods Resort Casino | Ledyard | Connecticut | United States

Foxwoods Resort Casino is hosting the annual Tacos & Tequila Fiesta in its Rainmaker Expo on June 1, 2024. Guests will enjoy tacos and tequila samples from dozens of brands, along with cocktails, live music and mechanical bull rides among the festivities. See last year’s highlights here.