Skinnygirl Margaritas are Back In Stock!

It’s been about a month since we sold our last bottle of Skinnygirl pre-mixed margaritas. Since our distributors ran out of this item and were unable to replenish their supplies, we have had numerous requests to get it back in stock.

Well, Skinnygirl is back – and all three Eden Prairie Liquor locations have supplies on hand!

So, as Skinnygirl creator Bethenny Frankel would suggest, tonight is the perfect night for a Skinnygirl night in!

Have a great weekend!

 Mitch Dean, Operations Manager

Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life!

Check this out…

Through the Give a Veteran a Piece of the High Life program, Miller is donating 10 cents for every High Life bottle cap or pull tab collected to the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America! 

Donations will be comprised of a cash contribution as well as high life experiences for returning veterans including sporting events, concert tickets, and fishing and hunting trips. With a maximum value of $1,000,000, this program has a chance to greatly benefit returning veterans. 

Each Eden Prairie Liquor location now has a container in which we are collecting caps and pull tabs until Sept. 30. 

Such an easy way to thank our Veterans for their service.

Cheers!

 Tana Wold, Liquor Store Manager

Mississippi Mud Black and Tan is Back!

This unique blend is back in the market!

About a year ago the mold used to make the glass container broke. The industry was told it would cost about 1 million dollars to create a new one. So the general assumption was, “I guess these guys are out of business.” But, my vendor called last week and said “Mississippi Mud is in our warehouse, can I ship a case?”

So, it’s back!

This product is unique in a couple of ways. First, the package is a little brown jug, carrying handle and all. The Gopher Football Team can’t seem to bring the “little brown jug” home, but now you can. Second, it’s the only Porter & Pilsner blended beer, and is only available in a one quart bottle.

For all of you who loved this stuff and had to find something else to quench the thirst, and those of you looking to try something unique, come on in and pick up a “the little brown jug” for the weekend!

Beers to ya!

 Mitch Dean, Operations Manager

Get Your Odell Woodcut No. 4 Here!

Just in today! Very limited! New to Minnesota!

Odell Brewing Company from Fort Collins, Colorado presents Woodcut No. 4 - Oak Aged Lager (750 mL bottles) to the beer drinkers of Minnesota!

Check out their blog about it at odellbrewing.com.

This 11% lager boasts a refined malt base with a delicate spicy finish. Aged in virgin American oak barrels, the burnished copper colored double marzen style lager emphasizes toasted cedar, new oak, vanilla and almond in the bouquet. 

Woodcut No. 4 is now available at the Den Road Location (by Cub Foods) – but we only have 12 bottles in the store, so get yours today! 

Cheers!

 Holly Smith, Liquor Store Manager

What is a Long Drink?

Eden Prairie Liquor on 78th Street (near Kowalski’s) is excited to offer Finnish Line, Finland’s Long Drink!

What is a Long Drink?

Well, the long drink is new to America, but the people of Finland and broader Scandinavia have enjoyed this deliciously unique liquid for years. Developed in 1952 for the Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, the Long Drink was not only the toast of the Games, but it became a fast favorite among the Finnish.

What makes the long drink special is the smooth but crisp, relaxing by refreshing blend of juniper and citrus. It really tastes different than other beverages you may have tried!

Sound intriguing?

Good news, it’s Tuesday and we’ll be sampling Finnish Line for our Tuesday Tasting event from 4-7 p.m. at the 78th Street location (near Kowalski’s).

Stop in for a taste of something new!

  Tammy Wanchena, Liquor Store Manager

Two New Minnesota Brews!

Available today at all three Eden Prairie Liquor locations…

Summit Brewing Company’s
Unchained Series 04: Belgian Style Golden Ale

In the words of  Brewer Eric Harper, this beer is:

Light golden in color, pours effervescent with a thick, rocky head.  The aromas of fruity esters produced by our Belgian yeast strain dominate, while a subtle spiciness from the Czech Saaz and Styrian Golding hops linger in the background.  Brewed with 100% Belgian Malt and tons (literally) of Belgian Candi Sugar, the body was lightened, and the alcohol increased.  The end result is a sublime drinking experience!

A note from me: Be careful, this beer contains 8.6% Alcohol by volume. That’s basically double most beers.


Available Friday, July 23 at all three Eden Prairie Liquor locations…

Surly Brewing Company’s
Hell Lager

According to the folks at Surly, this beer is:

Finally, a Surly beer my German mother will drink. She says this one tastes like a bier from back home. Not unlike a Zwickel Bier from Germany, Hell is our filtered and fermented with lager yeast, American hops takes a back seat to the Pils malt sweetness and fresh bread aroma. The color is well… hell (Deutsch for light). It’s fiendishly drinkable, and you don’t have to sell your soul to get another.

A note from me: This delicious lager is only available for a short time and only comes in a 4-pack of 16oz cans. I can’t get enough of this beer. On a hot summer evening this lager is the perfect thirst quencher, in my opinion of course.  

Both of these products are produced here locally in the twin cities, Summit in St. Paul and Surly in Brooklyn Center. How great is that?

Cheers!

 Mitch Dean, Operations Manager

If Life Gives you Limes…

Jimmy Buffet once said, “If life gives you limes, make margaritas.”

I say, if you don’t have time to make margaritas…

Try one of these!

The new pre-mixed el Jimador margaritas come in Paloma Grapefruit, Regular and Spicy. They’re perfect for the boat, pool or just hanging out - they’re one of my favorite summer quenchers!!!

We’ll be sampling all three flavors at the Prairie Village location (next to Rainbow Foods) tonight from 4-7 p.m.

Or, swing by any of our locations for some Tuesday Tastings!

The Den Road location (near Cub Foods) will be sampling Voyant Chai Cream, Gianduia Chocolate liqueur, Kahlua Coffee Cream, Skinny Girl Margarita, 360 Cola Vodka and Brinley Gold Rum (vanilla and mango).

The 78th Street Location (near Kowalski’s Market) will be sampling Rum Chata- rum cream made as an authentic replica of the best Horchata you have ever tasted; and T.G.I. Friday’s Blenders: Long Island Iced Tea, Mud Slide, Pina Colada, Hawaiian Volcano and Peach Tea.

See you tonight!

 Tana Wold, Liquor Store Manager

 

This Week’s Tuesday Tasting: Wine!

Happy Tuesday! 

Stop in from 4-7 p.m. tonight to sample some unique wines! 

At the Prairie Center Drive location (near Rainbow Foods) we’ll be sampling Argyle sparkling wines. Argyle is located in Oregon and makes some fantastic sparkling wine. We will be sampling the Brut and the Brut Rose tonight. 

The 78th Street location (next to Kowalski’s Market) will be sampling Graziano 2007 Chenin Blanc, 7 Deadly Zins Zinfandel, Mirrasou2009 Pinot Grigio and Columbia Crest 2008 Heaven Hills Caberne Sauvignon (this one received a 90 points rating from the Wine Spectator).

The Den Road location (near Cub Foods) will be sampling Starling Castle Red, Frolic Riesling and Luccio Pinot Grigio.

Cheers!

 Tana Wold, Liquor Store Manager

Happy 4th of July!

The 4th of July weekend is finally here!

Time to fire up the grill, grab an ice cold beverage, toss a baseball with the kids and enjoy making memories with family and friends!

As you celebrate, please remember to stay safe this holiday weekend. Always drink responsibly, and drive responsibly…that means, if your plans involve alcohol consumption, always plan ahead for a safe ride home.

Eden Prairie Liquor will be open
on Saturday, July 3 from 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

We’ll be closed on Independence Day.

We will reopen on Monday, July 5 at 9 a.m.

From all of us at Eden Prairie Liquor, have a happy 4th of July!

 Mitch Dean, Operations Manager

Skinnygirl Margaritas Are Here!

The Skinnygirl Margarita product recently arrived in our stores and last Friday, before I left for home, I purchased bottle. I have 2 adult daughters who love Margaritas. I think they have tried most of the ready to drink Margaritas already on the market as well as some of the local Mexican Restaurants Margaritas around town. Anyway, I got a big thumbs up from both of them!

Skinnygirl is made with all natural ingredients and 100% Blue Agave Tequila. Because real Tequila is used as a base this product sells for a bit more than most premade margaritas. Most premixed cocktails use a malt-based alcohol to start, keeping their cost down, and I think keeping the taste down too.

Here are the ingredients in a Skinnygirl Margarita:   

  • 2oz of clear premium tequila
  • Tiny splash of orange liquor
  • Juice of 4 fresh lime wedges

And here’s a video of Skinnygirl creator Bethenny Frankel demonstrating how to make a Skinnygirl Margarita…

But, with this great new product, all you have to do is pour the Skinnygirl Margarita mix over a glass of ice and garnish with a lime wedge.

This cocktail got its name because in 1.5 fluid ounces there are only 37.5 calories and 1.43 grams of carbohydrates. Plus the package is stunning. Hope you’ll stop in and pick up a bottle, and of course, please enjoy it in moderation.

Thanks, I’ll see you soon!

 Mitch Dean, Operations Manager