For drinkers who dismissed Merlot after the Sideways era

where the honeyed sweetness and coffee undertones complement sweet vermouth beautifully

The dominant profile is concentrated dark berry fruit—blackberry

but Ilegal leans into a more pronounced eucalyptus-and-smoke character from its mesquite and eucalyptus wood roasting

Quick Facts: ABV: 40% (80 Proof)  |  Origin: Trinidad and Tobago  |  Aged Up to 16 Years  |  Distillery: Trinidad Distillers Ltd

Skouras Zoe Rose american-single-malt For drinkers who dismissed MerlotSkouras Zoe Rose is a dry Greek ros wine from the Peloponnese, bottled at 12. 5% ABV in a 750ml format. This blend of 70% Agiorgitiko and 30% Moscofilero has earned consistent international recognition, including a Gold Medal at Mundus Vini 2025 for the 2024 vintage and a Gold Medal at The Drinks Business Global Spring Master Tasting 2024 for the 2023 vintage. Quick Facts: ABV: 12. 5% Origin: Peloponnese, Greece (PGI) Dry Ros Producer: Domaine Skouras