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What’s the difference between Liquor and a Liqueur?

Liquor is simply the common name for any distilled beverage. To become a liqueur, a base liquor (i.e. grain spirit, brandy, rum) is sweetened with the addition of fruits, flowers, plants, or pure juices to achieve a minimum sugar content of 2.5%. This infusion of sweetness and flavor is the primary factor that makes the two categories so distinct. Though you will often see flavored liquors, these flavors are added rather than infused, further separating them from liqueurs. Both categories can be of equal potency, with some liqueurs going as high as 110 proof. Therefore, alcohol percentage is not a distinguishing factor. Cordial is another name for a liqueur, so keep that in mind to reduce confusion!
Buffalo’s Best Liquor Store of 2016 Award

Gates Circle Wine & Liquor has been named the best liquor store in Buffalo, New York by Buffalo Spree magazine. Gates Circle Wine & Liquor carries an excellent selection to accommodate all tastes with both efficient and friendly service at reasonable prices. Buffalo Spree awards local retailers based on public polls and an expert panel, ensuring the community’s involvement in selecting the most deserving winners. The winners represent a premium selection of local merchants that have worked hard to earn your business. Gates has been a long favorite in Elmwood Village and Delaware district communities and is glad to be serving you and providing you with your favorite beverages for over 70 years. “We wanted to thank and those who voted as well as the panel of judges. We are looking forward to giving back to the community with the events that we support, such as Buffalo Zoo’s Wines in the Wild fundraiser” said Lesle Heubach, owner. Buffalo Spree is an award-winning monthly magazine written for the community of Buffalo and Western New York. They provide articles and features on arts, entertainment, fine dining, as well as information about local history, events and people.
When You Are Looking for Wine Tastings Near Me in Buffalo – Come to Gates Circle

When You Are Looking for Wine Tastings Near Me in Buffalo – Come to Gates Circle
When You Are Looking for Wine Tastings Near Me in Buffalo, Gates Circle features some of our newest and most popular Wine & Liquor Tastings in Buffalo at our tasting bar. You can taste these fine wines and liquors before you buy them. This Friday from 4 to 7 pm join us to taste Jose Cuervo Especial along with their Margarita Mix. Great products for those summer barbecues and get togethers. Jose Cuervo Tequila is one of the best selling tequilas we carry. And on Saturday from 3 to 6 pm, we’ll be featuring the new Three Cord Bourbon from Steel Bending Spirits, Inc. Their NY State rep, Michael, will be joining in to do the pour. And buying these during the tasting will get you 10% off the regular price. Throughout the summer we will be featuring various locally produced wines and liquor products as well as internationally renowned producers that we think you’ll like. Please see our Wine Tastings and Spirits Tastings on the Events Calendar to confirm the schedule and see what we’re featuring that day. Perfectly Tuned Taste Just as a three chord progression is at the root of the blues, music is at the core of Three Chord Blended Bourbon, a whiskey infused with a harmony of rich taste, complex structure, and smooth finish. Three Chord is a unique blend of up to 12-year-old bourbons finished with our trademarked process of tonal vibrations called ‘Perfectly Tuned Taste.’ Like the feeling you get when you hear that perfect song, you’ll know Three Chord Bourbon is right with that first sip. Make your own music with Three Chord Bourbon. Jose Cuervo Especial is a joven Tequila – a blend of reposado and younger tequilas. Especial has a light gold hue with sweet and pleasant agave notes. The flavor is sweet with a hint of oak and vanilla and the finish is well-balanced, short, and smooth.
About Gates Circle Wine & Liquor
When You Are Looking for Wine Tastings Near Me in Buffalo Gates Circle Wine & Liquor is Buffalo’s leading Bourbon and wine destination, providing the very best products available. We feature Wines and Liquor from across the US and around the world. We offer an unbeatable collection of small batch bourbons, scotch, whiskey, and artisan gin. Our wines are from all major regions in the world and across hundreds of grape varietals. We offer one of the largest assortments of New York State wines from the Finger Lakes and Buffalo area. Our staff are highly trained to assist you and make your shopping experience as memorable as possible. We can easily find the perfect item to compliment your dinner party or relaxing evening.

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