Mother’s Day F&B Gifting Guide – Food & Beverage Magazine
Approximately 84 percent of U.S. adults were expected to celebrate Mother’s Day last year, according to the National Retail Federation. They reported holiday-specific spending had reached a record high at an estimated $31.7 billion, which represented a $3.6 billion increase over record spending from the year prior. With so many retailers vying for those precious consumer dollars, it can be difficult to sort through the litany of options that’ll help us duly demonstrate adoration for the moms in our lives–particularly those with a penchant for palate pleasers. Here are a few refreshing ideas well-suited for the special women in your life.
Champagne Lallier’s Grand Rosé (https://www.reservebar.com/)
Toast the mother figure in your life with Champagne Lallier’s Grand Rosé bottle especially crafted for the champagne lover. This sumptuous, bold twist on a classic rosé champagne is rounded with vivid freshness and a delicate, yet intense, flavor. Every pour in this fruit-dominant drink highlights notes of fresh cherries, redcurrants and raspberries, combined with hints of fresh apple and mandarin. On the palate, intense freshness takes over to finish with a delicately acidic and salty length. Champagne Lallier’s Grand Rosé can be enjoyed on its own, enjoyed with starters or paired with a light, gourmet meal. It’s perfect with raw fish or shellfish like lobster or king crab. Since its founding in 1906, Champagne Lallier has brought a fresh perspective to the iconic world of luxury champagne. The maison is rooted in the heart of the rare Grand Cru Champagne region in France and designs some of the most exquisite terroir-driven cuvées. It’s always believed that the terroir’s greatest potential is revealed through the unique perspectives of its people. Under the stewardship of acclaimed cellar master and general manager, Dominique Demarville, the Lallier team brings heart, formidable knowledge of the terroir and multigenerational craftsmanship to every bottle, which has been adapted over time to create a more eco-responsible legacy.
Lifevine Sugar Free Wines (https://lifevinewines.com/)
“Pure” and “natural” have never tasted this good. Treat your mom to flavorful, delicious pours from Lifevine that omit the pesticides and sugar typically found in a glass of vino. Created to fit all drinkers’ lifestyles, the winery is one of the first to list both serving facts and ingredients on its bottle labels. The company believes in providing customers with the transparency you deserve, so that you can make the best choices about what you put into your body. Lifevine is sourced from select growers in the Sierra Nevada bench lands east of the San Francisco Delta, where its warm climate and well-drained combination of decomposed granite, sandy loam and clay provide an ideal environment for its Cabernet and Red blends. Other varietals in Lifevine’s lineup include Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend, Blanc de Blanc and California Chardonnay—all crafted under organic conditions and harvested at the peak of ripeness with an eye toward keeping alcohol levels modest. The brand’s focus on making minimal-intervention wines has enabled it to become the only certified pesticide-free wine in the U.S., while also being keto, paleo, vegan, gluten-free and planet-friendly. From the soil to the bottle, Lifevine’s care and expertise ensure that the wine you drink is just wine—the way Mother Nature intended.
Myx Fusions’ Low-Alcohol Wines (https://myxfusions.com/)
Does your wine selection need to be revolutionized? Myx Fusions, started by rapper, singer and songwriter Nicki Minaj, offers quality, low-calorie and low-alcohol wines that pack the perfect punch of flavor. A popular choice, the Moscato & Peach draws on the already peachy highlights of Moscato wine and enlivens the taste and aroma of the ripe, summer nectar. Drinkers can expect fragrant, fruity bubbles that refresh the palette and leave a sweet and subtle finish. And for those who are looking for a light, refreshing and real-fruit-infused Italian Moscato to help toast or celebrate mom, the new Myx Fusions’ Watermelon Moscato has just the right amount of flavor—without any of the guilt. This clean and crisp infusion provides a balanced blend of premium Moscato wine with natural juices from fresh, ripe watermelons. Bursting with flavor, the Watermelon Moscato is a light-bodied wine that tastes like summer in a glass. The signature fruit-forward notes of Moscato shine through, while the delightful watermelon zing provides a crisp, clean finish—making it a great choice for an easy-to-drink pour. MYX Fusions’ Watermelon Moscato is versatile with a sweetness and lower alcohol level that pairs well with most foods, including fish, chicken, seafood, duck, vegetables and even your favorite dessert. Keep it on ice at your outdoor barbecue or beach party for a simple, yet satisfying, summer refreshment.
“World’s Cheesiest Mom” Gift Basket from Cheese Brothers (https://www.cheesebros.com/)
The world’s best mom deserves the world’s best cheese, and the Cheese Brothers’ World’s Cheesiest Mom Mother’s Day Gift Basket certainly fits the bill. This lovingly curated gift collection combines the Wisconsin-based, e-commerce company’s finest cheeses with award-winning jam and artisan crackers made by small producers local to Wisconsin. Pair the creamy and herbaceous Dill Havarti with delectable cherry lavender jam for a sweet and savory crescendo of flavor, or the single-sourced honey with the smoked Mozzarella that also comes packed in the basket. Along with a selection of two additional six-ounce blocks of Cheese Brothers’ goods, the special Mother’s Day set features two artisan compotes, one tiny honey dipper and a “World’s Cheesiest Mom” sticker to truly drive the theme home. The eight-year-old business ships cheese and gift packages nationwide, taking great care to protect the integrity of its products with vacuum-sealed packing and insulated boxes to withstand travel to warmer locations. Plus, you can feel good about your purchase knowing that Cheese Brothers regularly pays it forward by donating cheese and a portion of its proceeds to a variety of non-profit organizations, while enjoying highlighting other local artisans in its special baskets and boxes. It’s surely a tasty and delightful gift worthy of the mothers and other favorite gals in your life!
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Merilee Kern, MBA is an internationally-regarded brand strategist and analyst who reports on cultural shifts and trends as well as noteworthy industry change makers, movers, shakers and innovators across all categories, both B2C and B2B. This includes field experts and thought leaders, brands, products, services, destinations and events. Merilee is Founder, Executive Editor and Producer of “The Luxe List” as well as Host of the “Savvy Living” lifestyle TV show that airs in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Atlanta and other major markets on CBS, FOX and other top networks; as well as the “Savvy Ventures” business TV show that airs nationally on FOX Business TV and Bloomberg TV. As a prolific lifestyle, travel, dining and leisure industry voice of authority and tastemaker, Merilee keeps her finger on the pulse of the marketplace in search of new and innovative must-haves and exemplary experiences at all price points, from the affordable to the extreme. Her work reaches multi-millions worldwide via broadcast TV (her own shows and copious others on which she appears) as well as a myriad of print and online publications. Connect with her at www.TheLuxeList.com and www.SavvyLiving.tv / Instagram www.Instagram.com/MerileeKern / Twitter www.Twitter.com/MerileeKern / Facebook www.Facebook.com/MerileeKernOfficial / LinkedIN www.LinkedIn.com/in/MerileeKern.
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