Summer Showcase of Flavors Benefits Special Olympics

Savor the Flavors of Rhode Island, a signature food and wine tasting fundraiser for Special Olympics Rhode Island, was held at Harbor Lights in Warwick on Aug. 18. Emceed by Co-host Mario Hilario of NBC 10, the event showcased cuisine from more than 25 venues from around the Ocean State paired with wine, beer and spirits selections, which included brands from within the portfolios of Horizon Beverage, Mancini Beverage and sponsor MS Walker. Rhode Island-specific brand tastes such as KEEL Vodka, Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co., Two Gals Cocktails, Narragansett Beer and more were showcased alongside a range of domestic and imported offerings. Special Olympics Rhode Island is a year-round sports training and competition nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status, providing state and national opportunities for thousands of state athletes since its founding.

: Savor the Flavors of Rhode Island showcased cuisine from more than 25 Ocean State venues, paired with a variety of wine, beer and spirits brands.

: NBC 10 News Anchor Mario Hilario hosted the Aug. 18 benefit for Special Olympics Rhode Island.

: The benefit for Special Olympics Rhode Island included several tasting opportunities and “wine cork” surprise offerings.

: Wines from event sponsor MS Walker of Rhode Island included Cantina Lavis Sauvignon Blanc, Broadside Cabernet Sauvignon, Aragosta Vermentino di Sardegna, Hampton Water Rosé and Forever Young Rosé.

: All of MS Walker: Marc Berry, Fine Wine Specialist; Gabriella Matos, Sales Representative; and Tom Short, Sales Representative.

: Brand Ambassadors Wallky Diaz and Dana Horton, with Astral Tequila and Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz.

: Bryan Madeiros, Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

: Featured beverage brands included The Botanist Islay Dry Gin, Campari and Martini & Rossi Rosso Sweet Vermouth.

: Brand Ambassador Jessica Cruz, Rémy Cointreau pouring a taste of The Botanist Gin.

: Nick Brown, Sales Representative and Brand Ambassador, Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co. showcasing Chair 2 Light Wheat.

: Alicia Adolf, Marketing Representative and Chris Serafini, Field Sales Manager, The Long Drink.

: The Long Drink in Strong Citrus, Traditional Citrus, Zero Sugar and Cranberry flavors.

: Brand Ambassadors Christine Jason and Lori Swift showcasing Cupcake Rosé Watermelon Swizzle and Rancho La Gloria Strawberry Margarita Wine Cocktail.