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Mother’s Day Selections 2022

Expert Picks

While this week’s picks are focused on Mother’s Day, all of our selectors were kind enough to include their favourite Sauvignon Blanc in honour of International Sauvignon Blanc Day (on May 6th, 2022). The added bonus – many moms really enjoy this aromatic white varietal when paired alongside the three G’s: goat’s milk cheese, green salads and grilled white fish!

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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Rosé All Day

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Many of us have already discovered the refreshing quality of a crisp rosé on a warm summers day. As the temperatures continue to rise you will see more and more new additions to the rosé section of your local liquor store. Rosés are usually high in natural acidity making them all the more food friendly and perfect for outdoor dining (think BBQ’s and picnics). They pair well with almost everything – including spicy foods, sushi, salads, barbecued meats, roasts, and rich sauces. Check out some of our favourites below.

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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Masters Golf Selections

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This year, at the 86th Masters golf tournament, defending champ Hideki Matsuyama might decide to serve the Suntory Whisky Toki, from his homeland of Japan, at the champions dinner that he is obliged to host. Or maybe he’ll go with the tasty Japanese beer Sapporo after a long practice round? Please see below for some of our team’s favourite recommendations for late round action this coming Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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PKCs Spring Faves

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In honour of Sunday past being the official first day of spring our Product Knowledge Consultants have provided below some of their favourite springtime recommendations. As the temperatures start to rise and we bid adieu to the snow, our preferences turn from the bigger reds of winter to lighter whites and roses. Ciders, coolers and lagers are also quite popular during these thawing times. Please drink responsibly.

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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NLC Liquor Stores encourage continued mask use

ST. JOHN’S, NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR, March 15, 2022

While the provincial mask mandate has been lifted as of March 14, 2022, we strongly encourage mask wearing and physical distancing while visiting NLC Liquor Stores. Customers are reminded that they may limit their interactions with others at our stores by ordering online or asking an NLC Associate for assistance. Thank you for the kindness and understanding you continue to show our staff and each other as we navigate the pandemic together.

Picks for St. Patrick’s Day

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Thursday March 17th, 2022 is officially Saint Patrick’s Day, but as you know, many of us here in Newfoundland and Labrador will be celebrating all week long! 🙂 While Ireland’s cold climate doesn’t allow us to offer you a wine from its fair shores, NLC Liquor Stores carry an amazing selection of Irish beer, cider, gin, cream liqueur and whiskey (as they spell in Ireland!). Check out one of recommended products below or pop by one of our stores for an additional selection. Sláinte!

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD
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Ready-to-Drink (RTD) – “Something for Everyone”

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RTD’s were the fastest growing alcoholic beverage category for the three years leading up to the pandemic (up ~20%), and is forecast to continue trending upward for many years to come. The keys to this category’s success include convenience and diversity, with there literally being something for everyone. NLC Liquor Stores have all RTD bases covered, and are currently offering a wide selection of those that are spirit-based, wine-based, malt-based and cocktail-based. If you haven’t found your preference yet, then don’t give up – if we aren’t currently carrying it there is a good chance we will in the near future! Check out some of our staff favourites below.

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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Favourite Valentine’s Recommendations

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Next Monday is Valentine’s Day

 – the day of love and affection. If you plan on indulging with your significant other, then we have some romance based suggestions for you! While you will find a healthy mix of products recommended below almost all of our team had the same three products on their respective lists. One was the Banfi Rosa Regale (Sku 4442), which is a fan favourite when paired alongside chocolate – especially dark chocolate high in cocoa. The other two are the newly released 200ml Champagne offerings by Pommery (Sku 17394 and Sku 24811 for the rose). It is a treat to be able to try authentic Champagne without paying for the full 750ml bottle. Enjoy!

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Alison French

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE
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International Hot & Spicy Food Day

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Sunday January 16th, 2022 is “International Hot & Spicy Food Day”. In honour of this joyous event the NLC’s product knowledge team members are offering some of their favourite alcoholic pairings below. Thirst quenching, cold beer is many people’s first choice when consuming hot and spicy dishes, and is very well represented on our list. While spice is largely viewed as a wine killer, and can negatively affect wines that are high in tannins and/or alcohol, great pairings arise when wines are selected that have high amounts of residual sugar, and are therefore considered sweet.

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – STAVANGER DRIVE

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

John Ryan

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD
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Food-friendly Wines for Holiday Feasting

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Wine and food are meant to go together! Wines with high mouth-watering acidity cleanse one’s palate after each bite of food, making subsequent bites taste like the first. There are a wide range of sparkling, white, rose and red wines that go great with a multitude of different foods – please see below for some of our favourites!

Senior Product Knowledge Consultant

Laura Hurley

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – KELSEY DRIVE

William Barnes

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – HOWLEY ESTATES

Jennifer Snooks

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC HUMBER GARDENS

Peter Harbin

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – PKC STAVANGER DRIVE

John Ryan

PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE CONSULTANT – MERRYMEETING ROAD
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