A smokey nose suggestive of tequila. Enjoyed neat it was reminiscent of a sippable tequila but we enjoyed it in a margarita and tasted vanilla notes with some smoke and a subtle, lingering burn. We suggest adding a bit more than you would a traditional tequila to punch up the ... READ MORE

A panel favorite. A strong, complex grapefruit nose, followed by flavors of grapefruit peel, pith, and fruit. We found that tonic highlighted the flavor and lingering bitterness. A stellar example of a carefully constructed non-alcoholic liqueur based around a single ingredient. ... READ MORE

A botanical, herby nose with a subtly floral, sweet (but not too sweet) flavor. A long finish and light viscosity. Clean and refreshing, plant forward with depth. Would be lovely in a White Linen cocktail. ... READ MORE

A molasses nose with hints of cherry, vinegar, beet, and cinnamon and plum flavors. We enjoyed it neat as well as with tonic which highlighted the orange flavor and slight astringency of orange peel. ... READ MORE

Definitive IPA nose, with a hint of fruit. We tasted floral notes, coupled with the balanced bitterness you expect from a craft IPA. Lighter side, with fine bubbles, but still sudsy bubbles. ... READ MORE

A panel favorite. Notes of orange blossom (less citrus, more sweet, floral) with orange peel flavor and a lingering, lightly bitter finish. Light carbonation contributes its delicate nature: not heavy in the mouth, but not overly thin or watery. ... READ MORE

A deep yellow hue without an immediately recognizable scent. Slightly sweet when sipped neat. Mixing with tonic adds a lot of depth and exposes a light piney taste that lingers on the tongue and the back of the throat. ... READ MORE

Lemon and lime nose with lime and quinine flavors and a hint of botanicals. On the sweet side and generally mild ... READ MORE

A strong coffee nose with vanilla and caramel and a lingering flavor reminiscent of sweetened black coffee, Hints of butterscotch (which some of the panel would have enjoyed being stronger). Thinner than Kahlua, with a light mouthfeel. ... READ MORE

A pleasant, malty recognizable beer aroma with a slightly sweet flavor. An easy-drinking beer with round mouthfeel, strong bubbles, it’s light and not overly bitter, just as you would expect from a lager. Good for pairing with a meal. For those who have experienced the alcoholic version, our tasters found ... READ MORE