BeatBox Hard Tea (50cl, 11.1%)

A non-carbonated hard tea from Texas, packaged in a resealable 500ml Tetra Pak at 11.1% ABV. It is produced by BeatBox Beverages, LLC in wine-based and malt-based versions depending on state distribution regulations. The wine-based version uses a bulk orange wine base at 21% alcohol, blended with water, natural flavouring and cane sugar, while the malt-based version uses a barley malt foundation. Both finish at 11.1% ABV. The liquid is packaged in a recyclable, resealable Tetra Pak. The aroma leads with black tea, lemon zest, honeyed sweetness and subtle botanical notes. The palate is smooth and sweet, like lemon iced tea, with brewed black tea, honey and sugar, a detectable alcohol presence and a thicker, more syrupy body. The finish is medium length with sweet tea, lemon, residual sweetness and mild warmth.