
First sip is definitely heavier in alcohol than I expected. It's not so much that I would call it flavored moonshine or anything, but it is definitely front and center - no one is mistaking this for a regular ginger ale. Also, no one should try to mix this ginger ale with other drinks to make mixed drinks - it has enough of its own kick.
A full gulp brings a tip-in of sweetness and light ginger. Carbonation tingle is toward the back of the throat before the middle comes down. The middle does not change the flavor at all. That doesn't happen often, but an off-the-wall beverage like this shouldn't surprise me. The finish changes things, though. It rolls in with the heavier alcohol taste and almost burns before trailing off with the resurgence of sweetness.
Bottom Line: The best hard ginger ale I've ever had, but the only one. It's a decent replacement if you're just looking for something different.
2.75/5