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items I did my best to describe how these taste. I know we all have different preferences when it comes to wine, so check out the descripts for how these sit on my tongue.
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Wine is fine!
Liquor? I hardly know her! HA!
Le Bubbly
Cool Adds to your bar!
Wine is fine!
These are my latest picks. Some I have been drinking for years, some are new discoveries. I sprinkled in a nice mix of my staples - some earlier vintage and some are my super tasty quite inexpensive finds :P
This subscription is worth it! We have the Grill & Chill on for the summer, but they have some fun wines in their Summer Sippin' bundle (TWELVE pack! Woot!). I found this on Forbes totally randomly (was looking at stocks and this popped up…it's like they know me - HA!). Great for our family, but this is also a great gift!
Wine of the Month Club
They have some lovely Cabs! The 2019 Limited Reserve Cab is nice - smooth with a hint of spice but not too heavy on the tart tanins (95 points). Their Chard is ok, but if you like white - I prefer their Sav Blanc. Aaaaand the Sav Blanc is so cheap! Only $35!
Stag's Leap Varietals and Special Vintage Wines
I use to live on this stuff (I know, I know)… This is so drinkable! It has a hint of butter, but it's complex. Such a nice summer wine and guests always love it (even the men!)
Cakebread Chard!
This is one of those inexpensive tasty wines that you find and think it should be more costly, but you are so stoked you found a cheap good wine! I am not a huge Chard gal, but I will sip on this one. It's simple on the palate, which I love. No bursts of citrus, oak, berry, etc. Just a nice, clean chard.
Conundrum White $12.99
Ok, yes - I originally bought this one for the fun name, but it's actually quite tasty! It's easy to drink, but it has personality! I would say it's more on the Syrah side of flavors (I love a Syrah, so yay!).
Michael David Red Blend Freakshow
I only recently discovered Orin Smith. This 8 Years in the Desert is nice one. It has a little complexity to it - it is part Zinfandel and that is on the palate. But, it is oak aged and that calms down the red zins in this one. It is a little spicy with some fruits on the tongue, but I haven't encountered a flavor like this that I like so much - so this one has become a staple in the cellar.
Orin Swift 8 Years in the Desert, 2022
Bare with me on this one…. This is AMAZING! You see the $9.99 price and think it will be shitnit. It's not! I am a big fan of a little citrus twinge and this brings out lime a bit on the backend and I love it! We buy this one by the case and keep it on hand all year.
Matata Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc $9.99!
Camus use to be only for feeling fancy….I think it still is, but this one stands out for me. When you are having a nice dinner and people are coming over that you actually like - THIS! The fruit comes through on this one, but it maintains it's personality and spice. It definitely delivers the Camus high quality and raises the bar for a Cab!
Caymus Cabernet Special Selection, 2018
Liquor? I hardly know her! HA!
Must haves for your mixology claims….heeheehee!
Another one I originally bought because of the name. If you have read any of my other descriptions, you know I like some citrus. This has a hint of citrus and hint of rosemary. DAMN it is GOOD! It is smooth and none of the flavors are overpowering - just a hint. So, I prefer it with soda water instead of tonic so you can still get the lovely flavors from the gin and the tonic doesn't take away from the subtle essence.
Mermaid Zest Gin
This needs no intro. We all know JW Blue. It's the gift you get the scotch lover that you really want to make a good impression on. For me, it's not an everyday - it's one of those bottles you whip out to impress.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label Blended Scotch
I've said it before, but I will say it again - the citrus flavors are my fave for summer (and many times in winter). This pack is a lemonade variety pack that I love. Go ahead and judge me - I grab one of these when I am gardening. Honestly, I love all of the flavors - I don't even look at the flavor when I grab one because they are all lemonade-y delicious!
Sun Cruiser Lemonade Vodka Variety Pack
One word - refreshing. Yup, a lemon element again (sorry, I love citrus).
Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin
So, I can't hang like I use to. My “starter” cocktail or if I know I am going to be out for a bit - I grab an espresso martini. This one is easy and delish!!!! (I will add a drop of Bailey's if I am feeling like toning it with some creamy goodness).
Mission Craft Cocktails Espresso Martini
No words needed. Tito's is THE vodka. Period.
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Le Bubbly
You don't need a special occasion for bubbles, darnit!
NEVER in my wildest dreams did I think I would “endorse” a Rose. But this one is crisp and delightful!
Bottega Oro Rosa Sparkling Rose
Look, we all know Dom is THE CHAMPS. But, who is spending all that money every time you want to sip a little bubbly? Well, not me. Veuve is a great alternative (obviously not as good, but is still yummy). When you get into the lower echelon of champs, they get disgusting. Veuve is a great bubble at a great pricepoint!
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne
Dom. It's THE champagne of champagnes. Nuff said.
Dom Perignon Brut Champagne, 2015
Cool Adds to your bar!
Just some fun things that are out-of-the-box and just plain cool lookin for your bar!
How friggin nice does this look? And it won't break the bank. Just something special for your delicious tequila that will be a conversation starter and add to your bar aesthetic at the same time!
Final Touch Agave Tequila Decanter
We've all either had or seen the smoking cocktail at a restaurant. You can do it at home! This kit makes it easy and you look like a bar master when you whip this out. Plus, the flavors added to your cocktails will tantalize your taste buds with a unique flavor you will crave!
Smoke Boards 7 Piece Smoked Cocktail Kit
One big ole cube into the glass and done. This is stretchy and you can pop out your cubes easily.
Tovolo - King Cube Tray - Blue
Don't want a square ice cube? Make a round one! Nice touch for your cocktails and this makes it so easy!
Tovolo - Sphere Ice Molds S/2