I believe that this is the first time that we have had a gummy-flavored vodka drop in for review at NeuFutur. For those individuals that normally familiarize themselves with lower-proof offerings, be careful – this Pinnacle product (and all their flavored versions) clocks in at 70 proof. Pinnacle Gummy is able to create a very natural type of flavor that allows the grain flavor of the vodka to still be…
Drambuie is one of the spirits that we tried for years to get here at NeuFutur, but we were never able to firm up a contact for it. However, we were able to finally get in touch with someone and were able to receive a bottle of it for review. When we actually received the bottle of Drambuie, we were immediately shocked about how unique of a spirit it truly…
We rarely receive straight vodkas for review in NeuFutur. This is likely because there are not many different types of plain vodka that are being added to the market. What is much more common is flavored variants of traditional vodkas (Stoli, Smirnoff); we were excited to see (and experience) what a new hand could do to the tried and true vodka format. Moon Mountain Vodka is a new product, and…
We received a ginger vodka in the mail a few months ago and were not impressed with how the company blended together the flavor with the vodka. However, we were approached to cover Yazi Ginger Vodka and thought that we would give the pairing a second shot. We are glad we did, as the Yazi represents one of the few flavored vodkas that are worth the time and money it…
Remy Martin is a very forward type of company. In fact, by releasing this clear product, I have little doubt in my mind that all of the other cognac producers will be following Remy’s lead in the years to come. The Remy V is a clear spirit distilled from grapes, and is filtered through a cold line to be given its unique flair. The Remy V is also distinct from…
There is no reason why a fan of bourbon should not search out Basil Hayden’s 8 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon. The spirit is available at pretty much any liquor store that has more than a bare selection, and the quality of the bourbon is such that is immediately surpasses anything else that it can be immediately compared to. While there is the same bright burn that is typically present…
The sheer amount of different vodkas that are on the market will boggle one’s mind. However, many of these just taste as if someone put some artificial flavoring into grain alcohol. Out of all of the companies that do flavored vodkas, it seems as if UV is one of the few that continually puts effort into their product. Their newest product, their UV Cake Vodka, is a perfect example of…
Previously, there only existed a small segment of the United States population that had any idea what Goldwasser was. However, with Niche Import Company bringing this spirit to our shores, the amount of imbibers that can profess familiarity with Goldwasser is drastically increasing. While the spirit will immediately remind individuals of Goldschlager with gold specks floating in a clear base, the taste of Goldwasser is drastically different than that of…
The beer comes out with a very yellow-orange color and an opaqueness that immediately establishes the effort as pretty unique. The whitish-yellow head that pours out added to the slightly astringent nose provide imbibers with a few hints about the beer, but it does take a few solid swigs to get a better appreciation for the beer. There is some sweetness to be had, but it is moderated substantially by…
Moscato is perhaps the hottest wine on the market today. Mentioned in a number of rap and R&B songs, there is no lack of love for this varietal. In much the same way, [yellow tail] has been the belle of the ball when it comes to wine producers. This wine seems to be a match in heaven, available in practically any supermarket or wine store for around $7 for a…
Pucker has been a mainstay of a great many college parties over the course of the time that I’ve been floating around college campuses, and I have no doubt in my mind that this will continue. However, Pucker has released a set of vodkas that look to update the brand’s image in 2011. We received a bottle of the Pucker Sour Apple Vodka, which will go head to head with…
There are a number of vodkas on the market, and it becomes hard at a point to come forth with one that actually shines among the rest of the chaff. U’luvka Vodka is one of the few that will immediately have people take notice – the unique shape of the bottle will be what first brings fans in. The kink on the neck of the bottle showcases how U’luvka differs…
I understand that there are rums on the market that will set one back a pretty penny, but I find that most of the selection that is present at a local liquor store is limited to the under-$50 bracket. It becomes much more of a chore to figure out which of these rums are worth trying, and when it makes more sense to just go cheap. We were able to…
Since we have started the beer reviews section at NeuFutur. I feel that our love for the stuff has drastically decreased. This is likely due to the fact that a great number of breweries create efforts that are not too terribly offensive. However, we have received a beer in the 21st Amendment Brewing’s Monk’s Blood that really recreates our love for the stuff. This beer comes out of the can…
We were lucky enough to receive this bottle of G.H. Mumm De Cramant before the Fourth of July. We chilled the bottle and served it to a number of the NeuFutur reviewing crew, and were able to pull a number of different notes and sides to this champagne. The G.H. Mumm De Cramant was first bottled in 1960, and benefits through the presence of Chardonnay grapes in a Blanc de…
Sweet Tea Vodka is something that can be done well or poorly. It depends not only on the type of alcohol that is used (grain or actual vodka) but the tea base that is adopted. James River Plantation Sweet Tea Vodka is one of the few alcohol-infused sweet teas that are currently on the market that can be said to succeed. By including vodka that has been distilled five times,…
It is the middle of summer, and the temperatures continue to rise. I know that personally, I do not like heavy beers or alcohol as the mercury climbs. Mike’s Hard Lemonade understands this premise, and has released to the market a Lite effort. While ostensibly to corner the market for those that like the more fruit-based malt beverages but are still watching their figures, I contend that the Mike’s Lite…
G.H. Mumm has been creating champagne since 1827, and represents for many the pinnacle of the champagne style. Unfortunately, I must admit that I was not familiar with the Cordon Rouge before receiving a bottle for review. After opening the bottle, there is a nuanced nose that blends together a number of distinct notes – a bit of citrus, some woodiness, and even a little bit of smokiness can all…
For whatever reason, it seems as if the college scene is single-mindedly obsessed with the beer efforts of the biggest breweries. Whenever we have any sort of get-together at NeuFutur, individuals bring their own Bud or similar product rather than take advantage of our beer selection. Where many of the different brews that we receive are from small-time breweries, we requested Corona for review. The surprising thing about this beer…
As our alcohol review section has increased in the last few years, we have gotten the opportunity to review some impressive spirits. While we have been able to taste spirits on the long side of $100/bottle, I feel that the $50 per bottle cost of Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal represents one of the world’s best values. The spirit is considerably different than the VSOP, and represents a completely unique…