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November 2020 - New & Innovative Spirits

November 2020 - New & Innovative Spirits
This month's Spirits feature is New & Innovative Spirits

New & Innovative Spirits Reviews

Cazcanes No. 9 Blanco Tequila
95 points
$89
An outstandingly good Blanco tequila; bottled at an atypically higher proof, this Blanco delivers rich body, sophisticated peppery palate and endless savory complexity.
Astral Pacific Gin
94 points
Gin
A delightful harmony of fruits and herbs dance on the palate; try this lively contemporary gin in wide array of friendly cocktails.
Cazcanes No. 7 Reposado Tequila
94 points
$99
An oak-forward reposado that offers bourbon accents resting on an agave center.
Cazcanes No. 7 Anejo Tequila
94 points
$129
A sophisticated, spicy añejo that delivers all-natural vibes and old-school tequila style.
Gran Gala Triple Orange Brandy Liqueur
93 points
$18
Best Buy
A rich, undulating Liqueur that delivers sophisticated orange flavor for cocktails, after dinner tipples, and anytime indulging.
93 points $18 Best Buy
Debonair Blend of Straight Bourbon Whiskies
93 points
$34.99
A spicy and fruit-laden bourbon in a velvety package.
93 points $34.99
Rehorst Bottled in Bond Barrel Aged Gin
93 points
$49
A rich, herbal, quite tasty Barrel Aged gin to sip on the rocks or serve in a wide array of upscale cocktails.
Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin
92 points
$33
A lively, somewhat floral gin that hits every note; perfect for any classic gin cocktail.
Black Butte Malt Whiskey
92 points
$74
A complex, twisting and turning malt whisky with spicy, minty, creamy flavors.
RYAN’S Irish Style Cream Liqueur
91 points
$8
Best Buy
A pure, very balanced Cream Liqueur that invites you back sip after sip.
91 points $8 Best Buy
Somrus Coffee Cream Liqueur
91 points
$25
Best Buy
A rich and decadent cream liqueur that satisfies.
91 points $25 Best Buy
Oncore Super Premium Vodka
90 points
$9.99
Best Buy
A rich and round vodka that will be great in martinis, on the rocks, or any other way you take it.
90 points $9.99 Best Buy
Sunora Bacanora Pineapple Colada Cream Liqueur
90 points
$24
A rich, creamy tropical treat that will be a joy mixed with vodka, coffee drinks or with aged rum.
28 Mile Gin
90 points
$32.99
Gin
A spice-packed gin with a luxurious texture; a natural go-to for cold weather cocktails.
90 points $32.99
Sunora Bacanora Mocha Cream Liqueur
89 points
$24
A rich, sweet and decadent cream liqueur for caramel lovers.
MARY Garden Herbs Low-Alcohol Botanical Blend Spirit
89 points
$29
A uniquely hued, citrus-kissed potpourri of a spirit that will play well in herbal, cold weather cocktails; low-abv lovers need apply.
Scarabus Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
88 points
$46.70
A bold, smoky Islay Single Malt with huge waves of maritime flavor and rich biscuity appeal.
88 points $46.70
Texas Ranger Peach Flavored Whiskey
87 points
$24
A soul-warming peachy whiskey that's never too sweet.
Texas Ranger Coconut Pecan Flavored Whiskey
87 points
$24
A rich, autumnal flavored whiskey to tuck into winter warmer cocktails.
Texas Ranger Peanut Butter Cup Flavored Whiskey
87 points
$24
A good match to coffee, pour this whiskey in a creamy after-dinner treat.
Ballotin Peanut Butter Chocolate Flavored Whiskey
86 points
$24
A peanut butter whiskey alcoholic confection that delivers nutty, caramelly flavors with warming spicy heat.
135º East Hyogo Dry Gin
86 points
$29
A mild gin with distinctive flavors; great for cool weather cocktails.
Egan’s Centenary Irish Whiskey
86 points
$85.81
A mild rum-like whiskey for effortless mixing.
86 points $85.81
Enchanted Rock Texas Vodka
85 points
$15
A creamy, earthy, grain-forward vodka for craft spirits enthusiasts.
Whiskeysmith Co. Pineapple Flavored Whiskey
85 points
$24
A tropical whiskey treat for shooters.
Egan’s Vintage Single Grain Irish Whiskey
85 points
$40.42
An aperitif-style Irish Single Grain Whiskey best for beautifully garnished highballs before the meal.
85 points $40.42
di Amore Amaretto Liqueur
84 points
$12
An amaretto that hits all the notes.
Parrot Bay Strawberry Flavored Rum
84 points
$12.99
A tropical candied breeze of a sweet, fruity rum that will be easy to mix with.
84 points $12.99
Bakesale Chocolate Chip Cookie Liqueur
84 points
$18
A restrained chocolatey liqueur with nice nutty undertones; slip this into coffee.
Martí Plata Rum
84 points
$18.99
A mild, slightly peppery rum for easy mixed drinks.
84 points $18.99
Martí Dorado Rum
84 points
$18.99
A peppery, simple Gold Rum that will work in a wide range of mixed drinks.
84 points $18.99
Whiskeysmith Co. Banana Flavored Whiskey
84 points
$24
Banana candy lovers will be all over this fun flavored whiskey; try in chocolatey cocktails or shooters.
Seventy Two Straight Bourbon Whiskey
84 points
$39
A woody, spicy craft bourbon for cocktailing.
Whiskeysmith Co. Chocolate Flavored Whiskey
80 points
$24
A funky, sweet flavored whiskey with strange umami notes.
Cousin Pete’s Small Batch Bathtub Gin
80 points
$35
A boldly funky, distinctively vegetal gin for creative cocktail play.
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