A Slivovitz Sour — built like a classic sour with lemon juice and simple syrup — highlights the brandy's bright acidity

where the wine's tannin and spice create a surprisingly refined version of the classic

Pau Maui is produced by Hali'imaile Distilling Co

few bottlings make a stronger case

Ara Jan 8 Star 750ML denmark A Slivovitz Sour — builtAra Jan 8 Star 750ML is an Armenian brandy bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml format, representing an extended aged expression in the Ara Jan range. In the Armenian brandy tradition, the star designation indicates years of maturation, placing this expression among the distillery's more developed offerings with deeper complexity than the standard 5 year bottling. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Yerevan Ararat Region, Armenia 8 Star Designation