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Other Wines/Drinks
Stirrings Margarita Cocktail Mix, United States: Stirrings Margarita Cocktail Mix is a zesty, vibrant blend that delivers bold flavors of fresh lime, a touch of agave sweetness, and a whisper of sea salt, making it taste like a beach vacation in a glass. It’s medium-bodied with a refreshing tartness and a smooth 10% ABV (when mixed with tequila). Serve it ice-cold in a salt-rimmed glass alongside spicy shrimp tacos—the bright citrus will tame the heat like a hero with a lime wedge—or enjoy it as a quick, crowd-pleasing pitcher drink for your next fiesta. Fascinating fact: Stirrings was founded by a bartender who wanted to bring craft cocktail quality to home mixology, and their all-natural ingredients mean no artificial flavors—just pure, tangy goodness. At $12, this mix is the ultimate shortcut to margarita bliss—just add tequila and pretend you squeezed all those limes yourself. MS 750 mL $15.98 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
The Good Earth Rosé 2025, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The Good Earth Rosé 2025 is a charming and food-friendly rosé from the Niagara Peninsula, one of Ontario's most celebrated wine regions, where the moderating influence of Lake Ontario creates a climate capable of producing wines of genuine elegance and freshness. The nose is inviting and softly aromatic, with notes of fresh strawberry, watermelon, a hint of peach, and a delicate floral lift that gives it a summery, approachable character. On the palate it is light to medium bodied with bright acidity, a clean and smooth texture, and a crisp, berry-tinged finish that is dry, refreshing, and well-proportioned. It is a thoughtfully made rosé that reflects The Good Earth's commitment to sustainable farming and expressive, terroir-driven winemaking in the heart of Niagara's wine country. Fascinating fact: The Good Earth Food and Wine Co. is as well known for its culinary experiences and farm-to-table dining as it is for its wines, making it one of Ontario's most beloved agritourism destinations and a pioneer in connecting wine directly to the land and kitchen from which it comes. This wine is best enjoyed chilled at 8 to 10°C in a tulip-shaped rosé glass or a standard white wine glass, allowing its delicate fruit and floral aromatics to express themselves fully. Rosé food pairings: chilled poached lobster, watermelon and feta skewers, rosé-braised chicken thighs, fresh spring pea and mint crostini, light smoked trout pâté. Drink: 2026 - 2027 12% D 750 mL $22.00 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart