DOUBLE-GOLD MEDAL WINNERS
Ola Guava-Lilikoi-Orange Juicy Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Passionfruit, guava, pureed fruit, tropical, dominant orange, orange soda, lemon-lime, well balanced, beautiful aroma, natural taste, effervescent, refreshing, beach ready, nicely done.
Double Gold Medal
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Ola Lilikoi-Orange Juicy Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Orange, Orangina, grapefruit, lemon-lime, citrusy, Lemonhead candy, fresh passion fruit, natural passion fruit, passion fruit pastry, bright, refreshing, appealing.
Double Gold Medal
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Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired Hard Seltzer Ruby Red Paloma (Spoetzl Brewery, TX) 4.8% ABV
Palate: Ruby red grapefruit, yellow grapefruit, grapefruit pith, hint of lime, citrusy, melon, tequila, fresh, approachable, refreshingly bright, nicely done.
Double Gold Medal
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GOLD MEDAL WINNERS
Ola Dragon Fruit Lemonade Juicy Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Lemon, pink grapefruit, stone fruit, cherry, Hawaiian Punch, hibiscus, white flowers, malt, interesting blend, interesting combination, fun, refreshing.
Gold Medal
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Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired Hard Seltzer Mexican Martini (Spoetzl Brewery, TX) 4.8% ABV
Palate: Bright lemon, nice lemon, light grapefruit, hint of lime, orange juice, lemon-lime soda, Fresca, tequila, great balance, brisk, fresh, tasty, just needs an olive.
Gold Medal
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Suzie's Organic Hard Seltzer Green Apple (Suzie’s Brewery Co., OR) 5% ABV
Palate: Bright green apple, sweet Granny Smith apple, Jolly Rancher’s green apple, Sour Patch green apple, agave nectar, good balance, tart, refreshing.
Gold Medal
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Ola Hawaiian Lemongrass Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Natural lemongrass, sour lemon, lemon-lime, lemon skin, Moscato grapes, touch of saline, clean, bright, soft, refreshing, super mellow.
Gold Medal
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Ola Hawaiian Hibiscus-Lavender Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Hibiscus up front, lavender, floral, raspberry, cherry, cranberry, watermelon, black tea, well balanced, clean, soft, delicate, super mellow.
Gold Medal
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Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired Hard Seltzer Texas Mule (Spoetzl Brewery, TX) 4.8% ABV
Palate: Ginger, lemon, hint of lime, carrot, agave syrup, well balanced, tangy, bubbly, a decent vodka mule.
Gold Medal
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Ola Mango-Pineapple Juicy Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Natural mango, ripe mango, rich mango, pineapple, prickly pear, tropical fruit, orange peel, mint, the right alcohol kick, balanced sugars, not too sweet.
Gold Medal
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SILVER MEDAL WINNERS
Suzie's Organic Hard Seltzer Raspberry (Suzie’s Brewery Co., OR) 5% ABV
Palate: Solid raspberry, big raspberry, tart raspberry, cherry, black cherry, papaya, melon, spicy, semi-sweet, concentrated, can stand on its own.
Silver Medal
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Bubble Butt Rosé Seltzer (WarRoom Cellars, CA) 8.4% ABV
Palate: Sparkling rosé, rose petals, white grapes, chardonnay, very tart, tangy, bright, succulent, soft, approachable, easy drinking, super interesting.
Silver Medal
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Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired Hard Seltzer Watermelon Margarita (Spoetzl Brewery, TX) 4.8% ABV
Palate: Light watermelon, pomegranate, lime, orange soda, mixed fruit, Kool-Aid, Sweet Tarts, bubblegum, hint of tequila, good balance, balance of sweet & tart, bright.
Silver Medal
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Ola Hawaiian Orange-Vanilla Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI) 6% ABV
Palate: Peachy, sliced peach, stone fruit, cider-like, lemongrass, dried leaves, hint of black tea, light peachy sweetness, ocean breeze, soft, subtle, refreshing, enjoyable.
Silver Medal
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Ola Hawaiian Ginger Hard Seltzer (Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI) 4.8% ABV
Palate: Grated ginger, dry ginger, concentrated ginger, ginger chew, ginger beer, vodka mule, fresh green herb, grassy, unsweetened spicy, earthy note, subtle smoke, balanced.
Silver Medal
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