Last Week's Tasting Notes (6.21.19)

​Archer Roose Rosé Spritz 4-pack Cans ($12.99)
New York
From the producer:
"We love our Rosé from Provence. But summer time activities are about more than just the perfect pairing. Crisp and refreshing, our Spritz Rosé is a lighter alternative. With less calories and half the buzz, its perfect for all summer session activities.

These sparkling delights are made from organic grapes, only ninety calories, gluten-free and vegan with only 6% ABV.

FLAVOR NOTES // Strawberries

REGION // Made in New York

VARIETALS // Grenache, Syrah and Uni Blanc"

From me:
Drinking all day? Want to drink something lighter, but with great flavor? Don't want to open a whole bottle? This is for you! These are delicious, single-serving cans that you can take anywhere and enjoy any time. 

Sprezza Bianco Vero Spritz Italiano 4-pack Cans ($15.99)
Seattle, Washington
From the producer:
"Stylishly Italian in design, these stunning cans offer a convenient and refreshing libation whether poolside, beachside, boatside or just relaxing at home. Both are naturally gluten free, low in sugar, low in calories and properly carbonated. SPREZZA is the perfect aperitivo at your fingertips anytime, anywhere.

SPECIFICATIONS: 250 ml | 5.2% Alc. by Vol

INGREDIENTS: Mancino Vermouth Bianco, Scrappy’s Bitters, mineral water, carbonation

TASTING NOTES: Dry, bubbly, refreshing. Floral alpine palate of angelica, chamomile, elderflower, gentian and mint. Finishing on notes of bitter orange, ginger and pink grapefruit peel. Properly carbonated.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Drink chilled directly from the can, pour over ice in a wine glass with a citrus peel, or mix with spirits to build exceptional long drinks."

From me:
Vermouth has become more popular in the U.S. recently, both as a cocktail ingredient and as a base for a spritz. Here the work is done for you! Sprezza Bianco is lightly herbal and faintly both bitter and sweet. I think the balance in flavor is outstanding.

Beach Juice Dry Rosé ($6.99/375ml Can)
California
From the producer:
"Beach Juice Rosé is not another wine in a can - it's a lifestyle. Beach Juice Rosé is; The feeling you get when your toes sink into the sand at the edge of the water. The smell of the fresh, crisp breeze when you’re lounging poolside, the delicious taste of summer when the warm sun kisses your skin.

No matter what you have planned, the colorful, playful can and classically crisp taste offer the chance to create memories that last a life-time.
Experience Beach Juice Rosé and live the beach life wherever the adventure leads."

From me:
Yeah, their explanation of this wine is kind of vague, huh? Here's what you need to know: the quality is solid, the wine is tasty, it's made in California, and after tasting a handful of rosés in a can, this is the one I liked the best.

Maine Craft Distilling Blueshine Lemonade 4-pack Cans ($13.99)
Portland, Maine
From the producer:
"Our Blueshine Lemonade features Maine Craft Distilling’s BLUESHINE Wild Maine Blueberry Liquor and Maine Craft’s Home-Made Lemonade.

7% Alc. by Vol. - 12 fl oz / 355 mL"

From me:
This is a refreshing cocktail-in-a-can that combines the acidity of real lemonade and the light sweetness of blueberries. I think this is very well made, and not overly sweet, but you can always add a little seltzer to it for an even lighter drink.

Freefall White Sangria (TBD not on sale yet)
Hudson Valley, NY
From the producer:
"Made in the Hudson Valley, this sassy blend of Seyval Blanc and Vidal Blanc is made entirely from New York grapes. Infused with fruits and jacked with spirits, this is a sangria that will transport you to your favorite place.

30 PROOF
VEGAN
GLUTEN FREE"

From me:
I already carry the red sangria from Freefall, so I wanted to pour this sample bottle and see what you all think. It's a little sweet, VERY tropically fruity, and it just screams "summer." Just like with the red, this can be enjoyed on its own or in a long list of cocktails that Freefall has lovingly printed up for your convenience. Try some and let me know what you think!