Dolce Nero Espresso Liqueur
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewBrilliant, deep mahogany color. The nose is filled with the scents of sweet coffee and espresso with drier accents of roasted coffee beans. The palate is in full agreement with the nose being perhaps a bit sweeter than anticipated with an intense core of sweet, viscous espresso with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla. Medium to full-bodied with a viscous coffee core supported by subtle roasted bean notes. $23.99 – 4 Stars
Rossi D'Asiago Limoncello
See the Full BevX Featured ReviewCloudy, looking akin to freshly squeezed lemon juice. The nose is filled with the scents of freshly cut lemon zest with supporting notes of sugar. The aromatics are much like homemade lemonade. The palate mirrors the nose delivering a vibrant and generous, lemon-focused core with sweet lemon hard candy and a zesty, mildly tart finish. Medium-bodied and vibrant with abundant, fresh citrus flavors. $23.99 – 4 Stars
Antica Classic Sambuca
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, crystal clear with clear signs of viscosity. The aromatics are very clean and pure with scents of anise and fennel with supporting notes of pepper and floral notes with hints of orange peel and cinnamon. The palate echoes the nose delivering a silky core that prominently features star anise with flanking notes of pepper and brown baking spices. Medium to full-bodied with a velvet-like core that is also refreshing with bright pepper notes and a dose of acidity. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Purus Vodka
Brilliant, crystal clear. The nose is ultra clean and pure with scents of wet river stones and white peach supported by notes of rising bread dough, blanched almonds, and poached pears. The palate confirms the nose delivering a silky mineral and fruit-driven core with flanking notes of mineral and citrus with long and lingering hints of stone fruits. Medium-bodied with a round center and plenty of crisp acidity to keep it fresh and inviting. $19.99 – 4.5 Stars
Antica Black Sambuca
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekDeep indigo color despite the "black" moniker on the label. The aromatics are wonderfully assertive with the vibrant star anise and black liquorice in equal measure with hints of brown baking spices, black pepper, and lovely floral notes. The palate is in full agreement with the nose with a thick, nearly chewy liquorice core with vibrant acidity, black pepper, and citrus zest accents. Medium to full-bodied with a dense and silky core that is also refreshing with bright pepper notes and a dose of acidity. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Dimmi Liquore de Milano Liqueur
See the Full BevX Featured Review & Beverage of the WeekBrilliant, crystal clear. The nose is very aromatic offering scents of ripe fruits including lychee, peach, apricot, and golden melon supported by dried herbs, orange peel, anise, and vanilla. The palate echoes the nose delivering more dense fruit with a rising spice and herbal vein offering length, balance, and intrigue. Medium-bodied with layers of fruit, herb, and spice with just enough tart fruit and citrus notes to keep it balanced inviting the next sip. $34.99 – 4 Stars
Francescano Natura Assisi Chocolate & Rum Cream Liqueur
Brilliant, crystal clear. The nose is dense with the chocolate, veering toward dark chocolate, with subtle rich and sweet Rum notes. The palate delivers the promise of the nose while being incredibly viscous having the texture of gelato rather than a Liqueur. The generous chocolate flavors linger on and on for minutes. Medium-bodied with incredible viscosity coating every corner of your mouth and staying there for minutes. It's impossibly rich! $21.99 – 4 Stars
Malfy Con Limone Gin
Brilliant, crystal clear. The aromatics are unique in the Gin world with vibrant lemon flowers, lemon zest, and pulp taking the lead with juniper taking on a supporting roll. The palate confirms the nose again delivering a bright, assertive lemon note that reveals many complex layers and subtle botanical accents on a canvas of a silky and pure spirit. Medium-bodied with perfect balance with a rich, silky texture that carries the flavors from the fruity entry to the dry, zesty finish. $28.99 – 5 Stars
Poli Distillerie Miele Liqueur
Brilliant, crystal clear. The nose is amazing and sure to be a hit with many Gin lovers. Bright citrus notes (both zest and juice) abound with accents of pine, spring flowers, juniper, and honeycomb. The palate echoes the nose with waves of citrus fruit and supporting botanicals. It's more sweet than tart but keeps a fine balance and great length. Medium-bodied with a rich but vibrant fruit-driven core offering perfect balance with a generous dose of bright acidity. $35 – 4.5 Stars
Francescano Natura Assisi Pistachio Cream Liqueur
Brilliant, crystal clear. The nose is hedonistic with the scents of freshly ground pistachio being less sweet than one would expect with accents of richly toasted pistachio. The palate fully concurs with the nose delivering dense layers of pistachio with a roasted nut edge and subtle hints of vanilla. It's less sweet than expected (a good thing) being laser focused on purity. Medium-bodied with incredible viscosity coating every corner of your mouth while still being incredibly balanced and nuanced. $21.99 – 5 Stars
