MS Walker of Rhode Island highlighted its diverse portfolio of agave-based spirits with a trade tasting at Diego’s Barrio Cantina in Middletown on April 12. Approximately 100 guests were in attendance throughout the event’s afternoon into evening run, showcasing tastes from a variety of tequilas and mezcals poured by brand ambassadors and MS Walker sales team members. The Diego’s team provided accompanying eats to enjoy, set against the scenic water views of Easton Pond.
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- Diego’s Barrio Cantina in Middletown set the stage for MS Walker of Rhode Islands spring agave spirits tasting event.
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- Mezcal de Leyendas Maquey Espadìn on display.
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- Brenden Lee, New England Regional Manager, Samson & Surrey, The Beverage Artisans, with Tequila Ocho and Mezcal Vago.
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- Tequila Ocho Añejo, Tequila Ocho Reposado and Tequila Ocho Plano.
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- Andy Vederame, Owner, Cancion Tequila.
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- Anthony Bruneau, General Manager, MS Walker Rhode Island, and Karen Donovan, Regional Manager, Volley Tequila Seltzer via Wholesome Spirits.
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- Volley Tequila Seltzer in Multi-Pack, Sharp Grapefruit, Spicy Ginger, Tropical Mango and Zesty Lime flavors.
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- Elizabeth Priest, New England Regional Manager, Lucas Bols USA, with Tequila Partida.
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- Joy Flanagan, Brand Ambassador, MS Walker Imports, with Pelotón de la Muerte Espadìn Mezcal among offerings.
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- Rich Fiorillo, Northeast Market Manager, Heaven Hill Brands, and Alex Allen, Owner, Allen’s Wines & Spirits, Portsmouth, with Lunazul Blanco and Añejo.
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- A pour of Lunazul Blanco Tequila.
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- Grand Mayan Silver Tequila, with newly-launched Grand Mayan Extra Aged and Grand Mayan 5 Year Ultra Aged Limited Edition.
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- Christina Mercado, Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, One Bellevue at Hotel Viking, and Kristine Dunphy, Staff Supervisor, Bottles Fine Wine.
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- Matt Supinski, Sales Rep., MS Walker; Nicholas Fede, Kingstown Liquor Mart; Will Calhoun, Sales Rep., MS Walker; and Mike Lester, On-Premise Manager, MS Walker.
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- Clase Azul Añejo Tequila, made from Blue Weber Agave aged in American whiskey casks.
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- Alex Allen, Owner, Allen’s Wines & Spirits, and Philip Correia, Manager/Fine Wine Consultant, Allen’s Wines & Spirits.
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- Matthew Hunter, Regional Manager, Chatham Imports, Inc., and Kenny Ng, Regional Director, Chatham Imports, Inc., showcasing Mezcal Los Siete Misterios.
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- Meme Lindsay, Brand Ambassador, MS Walker, with Tequila Komos.
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- Vanessa Brown, Marketing Coordinator, MS Walker, and Ryan Lavoie, Sales Representative, MS Walker, choose the event’s door prize winners.
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- All with MS Walker except as indicated: Drew Eichler, Main Street Wine & Spirits; Andy Vederame, Owner, Cancion Tequila; Ryan Lavoie; Owen Thorpe; Kevin Lanphere, Grapes & Gourmet; Ray Arruda; Mike Lester; Gabby Matos; Vanessa Brown, Brand Ambassador, The Tasting Company; Anthony Bruneau; Meme Lindsay; Brenden Lee, New England Regional Manager, Samson & Surrey, The Beverage Artisans; and Howard Gantz. Front row: David Montoya; Elizabeth Priest, Lucas Bols; Joy Flanagan; and Philip Correia, Manager/Fine Wine Consultant, Allen’s Wines & Spirits.
Photos by Laura Widness.
