Top 10 drinks launches from August
From celeb-backed spritzes to limited edition whisky, this months roundup brings summer elegance and strong contenders in the premium category.
KYLIE CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ
Pop icon Kylie Minogue has released the 2024 edition of her limited-edition Côtes de Provence rosé, sourced from the Notre-Dame des Anges terroir – the fifth to achieve DGC status within the AOC. Made from a blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Rolle and Ugni Blanc, the 2024 vintage follows an unusually wet growing season, resulting in pale pink hues and a balanced, aromatic profile. On the nose: watermelon and lemon blossom; on the palate: crisp texture and delicate fruit. RRP: £18 Contact: Kylie Minogue Wines, kylieminoguewines.com
DELLA VITE CANNED SPRITZ
Della Vite, the premium Prosecco brand co-founded by sisters Chloe, Poppy and Cara Delevingne, has launched a five-strong ready-to-drink spritz range inspired by Italy’s classic aperitivo serves. Known for its sustainably produced, vegan-certified Prosecco made in partnership with a thirdgeneration winemaking family in Valdobbiadene – a UNESCO World Heritage site in northern Italy – Della Vite is now bringing its style to the RTD category. Cara Delevingne described the launch as “inspired by the aperitivo culture we love when we’re in Italy”, and designed to be enjoyed “wherever and whenever – no fuss, just fun”. RRP: £32/eight cans; £20/eight cans of 0% Contact: Della Vite, dellavite.com
LA RAIA PLEO GAVI
Produced from biodynamically farmed Cortese grapes grown on calcareous-clay soils in the hills of Piedmont, La Raia’s Pleo Gavi offers a
fresh, terroir-driven expression of the variety. The estate, certified by Demeter, has been run by the Rossi Cairo family since 2002 and now spans 180 hectares including vineyards, pastures and woodland. Alongside its wine production, La Raia is home to a farm-to-table restaurant, a wellnessfocused Relais and a contemporary art foundation that brings international artists to explore the Gavi landscape. RRP: £24 Contact: La Raia, la-raia.i
ACHAVAL FERRER QUIMERINO
Crafted as the spirited younger sibling to Achaval Ferrer’s iconic Quimera blend, Quimerino Tinto is a bold reimagining of Argentine red wine. While Quimera represents complexity and depth, Quimerino offers a fresher, more playful expression, centred around innovation and approachability. This unique cuvée breaks convention with the inclusion of 12% Sauvignon Blanc, lending vibrant colour, aromatic lift and zesty acidity to a base of red Malbec and Cabernet Franc. The result? A wine that’s ruby-hued and bursting with juicy raspberry and red stone fruit notes, finishing with surprising elegance and brightness. Best served lightly chilled, Quimerino is a red designed to disrupt – youthful, complex and different. RRP: £23.50 Contact: Achaval Ferrer, achaval-ferrer.com
GIESEN 0% SAUVIGNON SPRITZ
Giesen, New Zealand’s leading alcohol-free wine brand, brings a celebratory twist to mindful drinking with the launch of its 0% Spritz range.
Crafted using spinning cone technology to gently remove alcohol from premium Marlborough wine, these new releases combine vibrant varietal character with a crisp, dry sparkle. The Sauvignon Blanc delivers tropical fruit, lime and subtle herbal lift. Made with no added sugar and only 17-18 calories per 100ml, they suit a broad range of social moments – from summer picnics to stylish rooftop aperitifs. RRP: NZ$14.99 Contact: Giesen, giesen.co.nz
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OLUJO AÑEJO TEQUILA
Introducing a new player in the ultra-premium Tequila category: Olujo Añejo debuts with a tradition-forward approach. Crafted from 100% blue Weber agave grown in Los Altos, Jalisco, and aged for 18 months in American oak, this 40% ABV spirit delivers a smooth, complex profile. Eschewing celebrity endorsements and trend-chasing, Olujo positions itself as a cultural artefact rather than a lifestyle accessory. The bottle, crafted from ceramic by Mexico’s historic Anfora studio and designed by sculptor Ivan Venkov, reinforces its artisanal ethos. RRP: US$500 Contact: Olujo, olujo.com
PLYMOUTH HONEY FLAVOURED GIN
Plymouth Gin has expanded its portfolio with Plymouth Honey, a new flavoured expression infused with natural honey and subtle vanilla. Inspired by its 1793 recipe and crafted at England’s oldest working distillery, this 41.2% ABV release offers a golden profile with a juniper and citrus finish. The striking black bottle design, featuring honey bee motifs, underlines the spirit’s sustainable and flavour-led ethos. Plymouth Honey joins the brand’s core range alongside its classic dry and sloe gins. RRP: US$42 Contact: Plymouth Gin, plymouthgin.com
COLONEL EH TAYLOR, JR. DISTILLER’S COUNCIL
Buffalo Trace Distillery has launched Colonel EH Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council, a limited-edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon inspired by an internal 1996 distillery summit that revisited 19th-century production techniques. Reviving Colonel Taylor’s original sour mashing method, the 100-proof bottling is said to be the most faithful modern interpretation of Taylor’s 1800s-era OFC Bourbons. Aged and distilled using traditional practices, it’s presented in a Grecian-style decanter inspired by 1950s Old Taylor advertising.This marks the 14th expression in the EH Taylor range and precedes the brand’s entry into the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection later this year. RRP: US$1,499.99 Contact: Buffalo Trace, buffalotrace.com
BLACK TOT MASTER BLENDER’S RESERVE 2025
The fifth annual release in Black Tot Rum’s limited series continues its ‘perpetual blend’ concept, with this year’s edition built around aged Guyanese rum and complemented by components from Jamaica (Worthy Park), Barbados (including an 18-year-old Foursquare), and Trinidad, featuring a rare cask from the closed Caroni distillery. It also includes a portion of the 50th anniversary blend, matured further in ex-Sherry wood. As ever, the blend is non chill-filtered, unsweetened and at navy strength. RRP: £145 Contact: Black Tot, blacktot.com
MASH GANG GLUG 0.5% LAGER
Mash Gang expands its core range with the launch of Glug, a 0.5% ABV, alcohol-free lager timed for the UK summer. Crisp, citrus-led and brewed to strength using lager yeast, Glug is designed to deliver classic refreshment without compromise. Made from 100% natural ingredients, it contains no added sugar and only 35 calories per 330ml can. Now available in singles and four-packs via select UK retailers and online. RRP: £8.99 Contact: Mash Gang, mashgang.com
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