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Congratulations: you survived Dry January! You should feel accomplished about a month of good health and self-control, but it’s February now and you deserve a drink. If you’re looking to try something new, I’ve compiled five of my favorite spirits and seltzers now available at Total Wine that are always in rotation in my fridge and liquor cabinet.
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For the record, I am neither a sommelier nor am I a college student who will drink anything. These are spirits that I personally love that don’t break the bank.
Old Pulteney 12-Year Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
When my wife and I went on our honeymoon to Scotland last summer, we took a daylong car tour of the Highlands one day with a guide named Johnny. Towards the end of this incredible tour, he popped the trunk and pulled out a bottle of this and three Glencairn glasses for a concluding toast and dram. Even without this picturesque moment to look back on, I would still recommend this smooth and delicately sweet scotch from the northern coast.
BUY NOW VIA TOTAL WINE – $57.99
Mamitas Tequila & Soda Hard Seltzer Variety Pack
You thought the seltzer revolution was coming to an end? Wrong! I usually can’t stand “canned cocktails” because they’re overly sweet with not enough actual alcohol content to make it worth it. Mamitas seltzers have everything I want: crisp, tropical flavors that are more “citrus” than “sweet” and are perfect for warm weather (or pretending it’s warm out in the dead of winter).
BUY NOW VIA TOTAL WINE – $20.99
Tullamore Dew Rum Cask Finish Irish Whiskey
Whenever I’m in the mood for whiskey at a bar and I don’t want to overcomplicate things, I always ask for Tully. When I discovered this variety, it was love at first sip. Incredibly smooth with a touch of spice and vanilla, the “Rum Barrel Tully” is my preferred after-dinner pour.
BUY NOW VIA TOTAL WINE – $29.99
High Noon Hard Seltzer Variety Pool Pack
Yes, yes, I know High Noons are nothing new-ner *cymbal crash.* But, hear me out: I’ve spent a ton of time basking in the sun in Florida to start the year and I can’t think of a better label to describe when you should be drinking these. Lime, guava, kiwi, and peach make for a perfect collection of flavors at the beach, by the pool, and on the patio.
BUY NOW VIA TOTAL WINE – $19.99
Teremana Anejo Tequila
Do you smell what The Rock is pouring? I know I do, especially since he’s all but certain to be in the main event of Wrestlemania this year. I was already enjoying the blanco and reposado varieties of Teremana before the People’s Champ released this fine tequila that’s perfect just over ice with a lime.