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Other Wines/Drinks
Stirrings Paloma Cocktail Mix, United States: Stirrings Paloma Cocktail Mix is a lively, sun-kissed blend bursting with ruby red grapefruit, a hint of lime, and a touch of honeyed sweetness—like a citrus grove in a glass. It’s light-bodied and refreshingly tart with a smooth 9% ABV (when mixed with tequila), making it dangerously easy to sip. Serve it ice-cold over crushed ice with a Tajín-rimmed glass alongside grilled fish tacos—the bright acidity will slice through the smoky char like a flavor machete—or whip up a pitcher for your next backyard BBQ and watch it disappear faster than sunscreen in July. Fascinating fact: The Paloma is actually Mexico’s most popular cocktail (not the Margarita!), and Stirrings stays true to tradition by using real grapefruit juice for that authentic tang. At $12, this mix is your ticket to instant fiesta mode—just add tequila, a splash of soda, and maybe a sombrero for full effect. MS 750 mL $15.98 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
1365 Church Street Vineyard & Winery Tidal Bay 2024, Nova Scotia, Canada: Tidal Bay is Nova Scotia’s signature wine, and this one from 1365 Church Street Winery is a benchmark example. It’s vibrant and aromatic with notes of citrus peel, green herbs, and white flowers. Serve it with zucchini fritters, a cucumber-dill salad, or herbed chèvre on rye crackers.
Fascinating fact: 1365 Church Street Winery is one of Nova Scotia’s newest and most innovative producers. Their Tidal Bay uses 100% estate-grown grapes and is aged in stainless steel to retain their fruit purity and expression. Tidal Bay food pairings: seafood canapes, salads, grilled shellfish. Drink: 2025 - 2027 11% MD 750 mL $22.99 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart