Not your usual
PLUMMED UP
Scapegrace’s Umeshu Plum Uncommon Vodka is not only uncommon by name but also in its existence, limited to only 2,500 hand-numbered bottles. The Umeshu Plum is slightly sweet yet sour, with lots of texture, giving the vodka a light, fleshy texture with notes of almond warmth and cake spice before rounding off with a luxurious white chocolate mouthfeel.
UNSTUFFY STUFF
Kererū’s Apex Hoppy Gluten-Free APA is there for beer lovers who don’t love a blocked nose or an upset stomach. It is a delightful, aromatic gluten-free American Pale Ale. Made with sorghum, millet, rice, and a mix of US and NZ hops. Picture a brew that is clean, amber in colour, and layered with malty biscuit flavours with medium body.
FAMILIAR COMFORTS
If Dry July has become Dry August, this is just the thing for you. Warner’s 0% Juniper Double Dry is the perfect twin to a tonic: herby, aromatic and zesty, pairing spicy cinnamon and cardamom with fresh lemon verbena and lemon thyme. It is best served over ice, with a splash of Mediterranean tonic, orange, ginger, and good company.
PERFECT PAIRING
At the central city dining spot Earl, you’ll find the most hearty dishes to warm yourself during these cold winter months. Take this delicious market fish, finished off with braised fennel, prawn bisque, and pickled kohlrabi. These are wonderful, intense flavours that can be paired with any of the wines on the extensive and ever-changing wine list. This, among other excellent dishes, are at Earl. Visit them in the heart of the city.