New Products for Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012

Berry good

Founded by brothers Courtney and Carter Reum, VeeV is billed as the "world's first Acai Spirit." The exotic Brazilian national fruit is valued as what some describe as "the healthiest fruit on the planet," because it has 57 percent more antioxidants than pomegranates and 30 percent more than a glass of red wine. Oprah Winfrey has said, "Studies have shown that this little berry acai is one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the world." The new VeeV spirit is intended to be mixed with cocktails or served over ice with a splash of club soda. VeeV distillers are also donating 1 percent of sales to Rainforest preservation efforts.

WHERE TO BUY: $29.99 at Binny's or at veevlife.com

All tied up

There is nothing like major bling to impress for Valentine's Day. Blue Nile offers a vast array of jewelry, making it easy to find the perfect gift on any budget. Ranging from $30 to over $5,000, Blue Nile has something for everyone including unique favorites. The Forget Me Knot theme ring is designed in a clever bow in precious sterling silver textured as twisted rope.

WHERE TO BUY: $77 at bluenile.com

Cooking up something

Super Bowl party planning is really heating up. And one of the age-old problems is that there's never enough room in slow cookers to keep favorite recipes hot and ready. The new customized Create-A-Crock football-themed slow cooker is large, roomy and sure to attract attention and table talk because of the clever sporty design. It's plenty deep and easy-heating to serve up your favorite party foods on game day.

WHERE TO BUY: $49.99 at CrockPot.com

The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer. He can be reached at philip.potempa@nwi.com or (219) 852-4327.