Below is a quick look at our latest reviews published at BevX on October 29, 2025. Click the links to get each beverage’s score and full analysis. Every Wednesday, we release new stories, introduce our latest reviews, and send subscribers their weekly, free digital newsletter. (Subscribe here.)
We had another busy week at BevX with new, tasty beverage reviews to share.
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Troon Vineyard Druid’s Pink Applegate Valley 2024
We are very pleased to see the second vintage of Troon Vineyard’s Druid’s Pink. One factor that makes this wine shine is the fact that all four varietals utilized are grown with the intention of creating a refreshing, yet substantial rosé wine. Like last year, their 2024 rosé is made with a blend of 62% Mourvedre, 18% Grenache, 8% Cinsault, 7% Carignan, and 5% Counoise. Because of different ripening times, these grapes were mostly harvested and fermented separately before being blended into the final wine…
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L’Astemia Pentita Tiradòss Bianco Langhe 2022Brilliant, light gold/green color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of honeysuckle, blanched almonds, and pear with supporting notes of apricot stone, quince paste, and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of green apple, white peach, red grapefruit, and hints of passion fruit. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with a blend of Nascetta, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier. $15 – 4 Stars/91 points
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Galliano L’Aperitivo BitterBrilliant, luminescent ruby color. The aromatics are filled with scents of blood orange and grapefruit with supporting notes of lavender, citrus zest, sandalwood, and hints of cinnamon. The palate echoes the nose, accentuating the orange notes with a bit of kumquat and tangerine, bolstered by accents of brown baking spices and vibrant citrus. Medium-bodied and generous with enough sweetness to carry the complex flavors along the palate. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Galliano L’Autentico Liqueur
Brilliant, dazzling gold/green color. The nose is filled with scents of star anise and fresh peppermint with supporting notes of candied ginger, nutmeg, and vanilla bean. The palate is in full agreement with the nose, delivering an anise-driven core, with waves of sweet herbs, citrus, and ginger, and hints of pepper and cardamom. Full-bodied and generous with a luscious texture and great length — ideal for sipping or cocktails. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Galliano Espresso Coffee Liqueur
Brilliant, dark mahogany color, being nearly opaque. The nose is filled with scents of dark-roasted espresso beans, with supporting notes of dark chocolate, brown sugar, and vanilla bean. The palate echoes the nose, adding a lovely anise note that marries perfectly with the dense espresso and mocha notes, finishing strong with mint and roasted nuts. Full-bodied and generous with espresso and supporting flavors in perfect harmony — ideal for cocktails. $24.99 – 4.5 Stars
Bols Elderflower Liqueur
Brilliant, pale green color. The nose is boldly floral with elderflower in the lead, followed by wild honey, apricot stone, and hints of green melon. The palate echoes the nose, delivering an exotic, floral-driven core with supporting notes of red and green apple with wildflower honey. Medium-bodied and wonderfully vibrant with a subtle pear accent. $24.95 – 4 Stars
Bols Pumpkin Spice Liqueur
Brilliant, deep orange color. The nose is filled with the scents of roasted nuts, brown baking spices, and pumpkin pie with hints of marzipan. The palate is in complete agreement with the nose, delivering an unctuous, candied nut-and-pumpkin-driven core, with waves of nutmeg, allspice, vanilla, and mocha. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a strong taste of autumn. $19.99 – 4 Stars