Unique and Bold Liquors to Jazz Up Your Next Cocktail

There are plenty of delectable liquors and liqueurs available to suit any taste, whether you like smooth or sweet. If you want something that steps out of the box in terms of flavor, then we have some ideas for you. Look at these options for something with nuanced or pronounced flavors that you can sip over ice or turn into a lively cocktail.

Patrón El Cielo

The super smooth Patrón El Cielo is a four-times distilled tequila, which makes it stand out from other tequilas you might have tried. Compared to other Patrón products, its long, slender bottle sets it apart from different items in the brand. It comes in a chic white box with the tequila safely clasped in a snap button. Rather than the cork ball-shaped stopper you might recognize for Patrón, El Cielo has a golden ball-shaped stopper. The clear tequila has 40% alcohol by volume and has sweet, fruity, and citric notes packed with fresh agave flavors.

This luxury tequila makes a fantastic celebration gift, like for a wedding or retirement, since it’s a top-shelf offering with a memorable, velvety taste. Patrón El Cielo is easy to sip, whether you prefer a simple shot or a more complexly crafted drink. Try it over ice with an orange slice garnish. The drink is caffeine and gluten-free. You can purchase it from ReserveBar, Total Wine, Sip Tequila, Caskers, and more. This is the perfect libation to buy whether you want to turn an evening cocktail into an elevated experience or if you want to commemorate a special occasion. It looks chic on your cocktail bar, but you’ll reach for it often thanks to the smooth taste.

Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto

Your aperitivo will never be the same with this fragrant beverage. Italicus uses Indicazione Geografica Protetta (Protected Geographical Indication) Calabrian bergamot from a UNESCO-protected area. It’s meant to be an aperitif before dinner to stimulate the appetite without being overwhelming.

It has floral notes of rose and lavender with a hint of citrus. ​​Enjoy the sweet drink chilled or with Prosecco over ice with olives to delicately balance the sweetness with a hint of brine. The notable blue bottle has a unique scalloped design. This fragrant rosolio makes a fantastic conversation starter as you spend time with family and friends before dinner. Find Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto at Curiada, Total Wine, Drizly, Caskers, and others.

Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin

This gin, inspired by the Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria, British Columbia, has eight botanicals with notes of lemon peel, orange peel, juniper, garden cucumber, jasmine, and cardamom. It has a unique combination compared to other gins, with the cucumber coming to the forefront.

Use Empress 1908 Cucumber Lemon Gin as the base of your next cocktail, pairing it with complementary flavors. Try it with a jasmine sour using jasmine syrup or lemon spritz with limoncello. This bright gin can give drinks a refreshing, cooling component. Order it directly from the Empress 1908 website or through BCLIQUOR.

Gran Malo

Tequila lovers will appreciate Gran Malo, a tamarind-flavored tequila complemented by spicy notes from macerated Mexican chilies. The tamarind’s tanginess and slight sweetness work beautifully with the spice. The heat is approachable and not overwhelming, so if you don’t particularly love spicy beverages this could be a good option in a mixed drink. Enjoy it as a chilled shot or as part of a cocktail.

At 30% ABV, it’s less potent than other tequilas. This makes it a fantastic choice when you don’t want a super high-ABV cocktail since many tequilas land somewhere around 40% ABV. Gran Malo, co-founded by YouTuber and Mexican influencer Luisito Comunica, is available for purchase at Total Wine.

Shake up your next cocktail with one of these flavorsome options. Whether you prefer tequila, gin, or something on the sweet side, you don’t have to stick with traditional choices.

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