Boozy kombucha, a new half-bottle wine range and an award-winning bathtub gin are just a few of the on-trend drinks releases that have arrived on shelf in Australia.
Tailored Beverage Company has launched Naughty Booch – a premium alcoholic kombucha that comes in two flavours: Ginger & Lemon and Watermelon, Cucumber & Lime.
Originally a hit in the 70s, kombucha sales have soared in recent years as consumers look for more healthy drink options. In 2018, kombucha sales clocked in at nearly $1 billion in the US, according to Nielsen.
The 330ml Naughty Booch tinnies rank in at 4.6% ALC and are available nationwide at Liquorland, Vintage Cellars, First Choice Liquor and First Choice Liquor Market stores.
Naughty Booch is also available on tap in select venues nationwide.
Blended Scotch whisky Chivas has unveiled Limited edition Chivas Extra 13 American Rye Cask for Father’s Day.
The selective American Rye Cask finish magnifies the sweet, delicate notes of Chivas, adding an extra flavour dimension.
To bring this to life, the limited-edition bottle and outer packaging has been designed by up-and-coming American street artist, Greg Gossel, incorporating iconic Americana and Chivas brand history in a striking graffiti inspired design. Chivas Extra 13 American Rye Cask Edition is available to purchase from BWS and Dan Murphy’s across Australia, RRP $75.
Following the success of De Bortoli Wines’ multi-award winning Woodfired Heathcote Shiraz, the family-owned winery has added a dark fruited, rich yet soft Cabernet Sauvignon to the range.
The Woodfired Heathcote Cabernet Sauvignon has already taken out the ‘Best Cabernet’ trophy at the 2019 Heathcote Wine Show.
Presented in an elegant claret bottle, De Bortoli Woodfired Heathcote Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 has a RRP of $22 and will be available at leading independent liquor retailers.
Ableforth’s Bathtub Gin has officially launched in Australia.
Founded in 2011, Ableforth’s was the brainchild of three British mates, Ben, Justin and Tom, who drew inspiration from distillers of the past and timeless drinks known for robust, fresh and unusual flavours.
During a week-long operation, copper pot-stilled gin is infused with six botanicals – orange peel, cassia, juniper, coriander, cardamom and clove – to create a gin that is full of vibrant flavours only achieved through this distinct cold-compounding infusion process.
Ableforth’s can be found online and in store at Vintage Cellars and online at Nick’s Wine Merchants from $64.99.
A new wine range that helps pets in need has been unleashed on the market. Sit Stay Society consists of half-bottle wines, with 50 cents from every bottle sold donated to PetRescue free adoption programs and services.
The Sit Stay Society labels are homages to popular dog breeds; Toby’s Shiraz Tempranillo Clare Valley 2017 is adorned by an illustration of a French Bulldog, while Max’s Cabernet Malbec Clare Valley 2018 has a King Charles Cavalier sketch.
The wines come in 375ml bottle sizes (half size bottles), a trend that’s gathering pace in Australia.
Sit Stay Society Toby’s Shiraz Tempranillo Clare Valley 2017 and Sit Stay Society Max’s Cabernet Malbec Clare Valley 2018 are available now and retail for $10 per bottle at BWS, and are also available at Dan Murphy’s.
