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Saturday, June 28, 2025

Porter's Scottish Gin





"Creating better drinks has always been our passion so we built a forward thinking micro-distillery in the basement of a cocktail bar in Aberdeen, Scotland.  Through consultation with scientists from Aberdeen University we built a vacuum still, capable of distilling at much lower temperatures to avoid heat damaging delicate botanicals. The resulting liquid captures light and natural flavours from delicate ingredients which we pair with a juniper-forward recipe from one of the oldest distilleries in the UK. A few years down the line and we now have three vacuum stills to meet the precise standards to make our cold distillates.

Our gins respect tradition whilst innovating, capturing new profiles from a mix of contemporary and classic distillation." -Distillery

Porter's Modern Classic Gin...$21.99
Compare to Total Wine & More Price...$27.99 (price checked 6/28/25 online in other states, not available STL).
41.5% ABV--A classic dry style of gin, elevated by cold-distilled buddha's hand citron.
We capture the bright, citrus notes from this fruit by distilling at low temperatures, preserving its natural flavour and fragrant aroma. Exceptionally well balanced, juniper-led gin with a clean and smooth citrus profile that is designed for aperitifs, long drinks and refreshing high balls. Juniper, buddha's hand citron, pink peppercorn, orris root, cinnamon, lemon peel, orange peel, angelica root, cassia bark, almond, coriander, liquorice.
Best served in a London calling cocktail or in a G&T with lime.


Porter's Tropical Old Tom Gin...$24.99
Compare to Total Wine & More Price...$32.99 (price checked 6/28/25 online in other states, not available STL)
40% ABV--Our old tom style stays true to the classic combination of sweetened gin and exotic botanicals, whilst using modern methods to extract more refined flavours. A classic juniper base is lifted by tropical notes of passion fruit, guava and white tea, which are cold-distilled to retain their juicy freshness. This is then very slightly sweetened to create our perfectly balanced, tropical old tom recipe. Juniper, passion fruit, guava, white tea, orris root, cinnamon, lemon peel, orange peel, angelica root, cassia bark, almond, coriander, liquorice.
Best served in a dry martini with a twist or in a G&T with fresh passion fruit.

Friday, June 27, 2025

Busch Light Lime

More in stock at Forsyth now!!




Busch Light Lime....$12.99 / 12 pack 12oz cans

Odell Hoppy Variety Pack

They have been out for awhile - fresh new pack - (cans say best by October!)


Odell Hoppy Variety Pack....$19.99 / 12pk cans
Includes

  • Hazer Tag Hazy IPA
  • Mountain Standard IPA
  • Pils
  • Classic IPA

Rockwood Lump Charcoal

Get ready for July 4th Holiday Weekend!!!


Rockwood Lump Charcoal...$22.99 / 20lb Bag
It is currently the number #1 rated hard wood charcoal on the Nakedwhiz.com
100% Missouri hardwood charcoal.
When we poured the charcoal out onto the ground for sorting, we all hardwood charcoal with nothing that shouldn't have been there. As you can see from the following chart, the distribution of sizes was exceptional with the percentage of chips and dust falling below 5%. This is very low compared to all other charcoals we have tested. The bag contained almost an extra pound of charcoal, so we ended up with almost 20 pounds of usable charcoal.
There was no sparking or popping when lighting the charcoal in a chimney starter and the fire was somewhat slow to spread. The smoke coming off the charcoal during lighting was very mild, as mild as we think we have ever noticed.
During our maximum temperature test, the charcoal burned at just over 900° which is high compared to other brands we've tested. Again, the fire was rather slow to spread and build up to the high temperature it achieved.
When it came to burn time, this charcoal came in as the fourth longest burning lump charcoal we have ever tested. The ash produced was very low compared to other brands.
You get a charcoal that doesn't over power the food, allowing you to control the smoke flavor yourself with chips or chunks, and a charcoal that burns a good long time producing little ash and delivering good value for money. This charcoal gets our Highly Recommended rating.

Comte de Langeron Grand Reserve Pinot Noir

Great French Pinot Value!!
2023 Comte de Langeron Grand Reserve Pinot Noir...$15.99

Sourced primarily from Burgundy (particularly around the communes of Mercurey, Rully, and Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune), but a small portion is sourced from the Loire region
The result is a silky, well-balanced Pinot with layers of cherry, raspberry, and subtle spice. It's a thoughtfully blended Grand Réserve that offers both vibrancy and warmth—true French Pinot in your glass. The wine is very smooth and delicate with a nice soft finish. Perfect aperitif wine.

2023 Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant


In 1954, the town council of Châteauneuf-du-Pape passed one of the world’s most unusual laws—banning UFOs from landing in its vineyards. Yes, really. This whimsical bit of French legal history inspired Randall Grahm to name his flagship wine Le Cigare Volant (“The Flying Cigar”), a nod to both the absurdity of the ordinance and his deep love for Rhône-style blends. Yes, the law still exists today, and is working because no UFOs have landed in the vineyards as of today


"The Flying Cigar"
2023 Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant....$13.99
69% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 14% Cinsault, 2% Petite Sirah
The ’23 Cigare is expressive. Wild strawberry, rhubarb, black pepper, and tobacco make this an easy-drinking, elegant choice.
Winemaker Notes: “The fruit is carefully selected to ensure its full potential of ripeness with balanced chemistry, and as usual for Cigare, Grenache is the star of the show. As we all know, Grenache grown in relatively cool sites in coastal California has a growing season long enough for it to create the spicy, peppery quality that we love so much and expect to taste in Cigare. We included, as is our wont, some wonderful Cinsault, a rather plump and juicy grape, which was signee to a fare-thee0well, to increase the concentration of this lightly colored and structured grape. The wine was aged in stainless steel tank and bottled ten months after harvest to preserve freshness and vibrancy.” -Randall Grahm (Director of Winemaking/Founder)

Signatory Craigellachie 17 Year Old Single Malt Scotch




Signatory Craigellachie 17 Year Old Single Malt Scotch...$129.99 / 700ml
  • 100 U.S. Proof Edition #1
  • 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt
  • Distilled 2007
  • Bottled 2024
Signatory Vintage Independent offers transparent, single-cask, non-chill-filtered drams with natural color .
The Signatory Vintage 100 Proof series is a collection of single malt Scotch whiskies bottled by the independent bottler, Signatory Vintage. These whiskies are bottled at 50.00% ABV, The series includes both standard 100 Proof bottlings and "Exceptional Cask" editions, which are typically older and matured in first-fill sherry casks.


Delirium Delirio Non-Alcoholic Blond Beer

Non-Alcoholic
Delirium Delirio Non-Alcoholic Blond Beer....$5.79 / 11.2oz bottle
Delirium Delirio Non-Alcoholic Blond Beer....$19.99 / 4pk 11.2oz bottles

Colour and sight: Light blonde beer, with a fine foam head.
Scent: Light malty aroma with spicy and fruity notes
Flavour: Spiced, full-bodied and round flavour with a fruity and hoppy aftertaste.

This beer is therefore an ideal thirst quencher.

Chateau Carbonneau “Margot” Bordeaux Blanc


Great new find!!
2024 Chateau Carbonneau “Margot” Bordeaux Blanc...$17.99
The grapes are picked later than typical for Sauvignon Blanc in order to express the more exotic fruit flavors of pineapple, mango, etc. After pressing, the juice is kept at low temperatures during fermentation to preserve these flavors even more. As soon as fermentation is complete, the lees are stirred every second day to add roundness and balance the acidity of the Sauvignon Blanc.
This wine shows notes of pear, grapefruit and peach with a delicate citrus touch. On the palate, a good balance between acidity and roundness with a crisp mineral finish. Perfect wine for an aperitif or with seafood.

2024 Bordeaux White Vintage
Antonio Galloni: the dry whites are among the strongest—even "truly exceptional"
Neal Martin: the dry whites are the "riveting, tensile" stars of 2024, more consistent and impressive than the reds, with lively acidity and purity


2023 Comte de Langeron Petit Chablis


2023 Comte de Langeron Petit Chablis...$28.99
Comte de Langeron Petit Chablis is a standout value for true Chablis enthusiasts. Made from 100% Chardonnay grown on classic limestone soils, this wine delivers the signature minerality, bright citrus, and crisp green apple notes that define the region. Fresh, vibrant, and unoaked, it’s a pure expression of Petit Chablis terroir—perfect for pairing with seafood, sushi, or creamy cheeses. With the 2023 vintage offering ripe fruit and balanced acidity, this bottle punches well above its weight. For lovers of lean, mineral-driven white Burgundy, this is a smart buy and a refreshing reminder of why Chablis remains a benchmark for Chardonnay.
Great value in Chablis!


Effen Black Cherry Vodka...on sale!


Giant Bottle Sale!!!!


Effen Black Cherry Vodka....only.....$24.99 / 1.75 liter
Was $37.99
Compare to

$21.99 for the 750ml = 25oz = 91 cents per ounce
$24.99 for the 1.75 liter = 59 ounces = 42 cents per ounce

For $3 more you get more than twice the amount of vodka than the 750ml

Vibrant, velvety richness with a fruity tang: meet our EFFEN Black Cherry Vodka. Combining the fresh taste of juicy black cherries with the sweet warmth of the finest Madagascan vanilla beans, it’s a confident flavor fusion that celebrates, elevates and never apologizes.
We’ve raised the bar for great cherry vanilla vodkas by cutting across the fruity sweetness with our crystal clear, chill-distilled vodka base. The result? Perfectly balanced glassfuls of pure pleasure. Delicious served neat as bar-slamming shots, it also makes an ideal base for cocktails, so you can build up your favorite flavors and share with friends to let off steam in style.
Alcohol 37.50%

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Ghetto Sauce Tasting at Kirkwood Saturday 6/28



Come out this Saturday, June 28th to taste Freddie's Ghetto Sauce
at Wine & Cheese Place Kirkwood!




Freddie will be here tasting his delicious sauces from 10-2. Freddie won Francis Slay Business of the Year in 2015, come see why! He is the nicest guy out there! 
Ghetto Sauce comes in both Mild and Spicy, both are $6.29/18oz jar

Campari

Campari is the ultimate summer aperitivo—whether splashed into a crisp Campari Spritz, stirred into a classic Negroni, or simply poured over ice with a slice of orange, it’s the perfect summer choice!

Campari Aperitivo...$27.99 / 750ml
Campari is a contemporary and charismatic classic. The recipe, which has remained unchanged, originated in Novara in 1860 and is the base for some of the most famous cocktails around the world. Campari is an alcoholic spirit obtained from the infusion of bitter herbs aromatic plants and fruit in alcohol and water. With its vibrant red colour, intense aroma and inspiring flavour, Campari has always been a symbol of intrigue and pleasure, which unfurls itself into a captivating drinking experience. These are the values that have made the Campari brand famous throughout the world as an icon of passionate Italian style and excellence.
The history of Campari began in Novara in 1860, with the invention of the original recipe that is still in use today.In 1904 Campari'sfirst production plant was opened in Sesto San Giovanni and the company began to export the brand overseas.It was the beginning of a success story that today still has no sign of stopping.Today the Campari brand is distributed in over 190 countries and is one of the most famous brands in the world.

Old Forester Cocktail Cherries






Old Forester Cocktail Cherries....$18.99 / 10oz jar
Elevate your cocktail with these amarena-style cherries. Grown in the Pacific Northwest, these cherries are carefully pitted, sweetened, and preserved in a velvety syrup.
Perfect to top off your Old Fashioned and Manhattan or enjoy them straight from the jar.
Crafted in Louisville, Kentucky by Bourbon Barrel Foods.
Ingredients: Cherries, Sugar, Water, Fruit and Vegetable Concentrates (Color), Citric Acid, Old Forester Bourbon, Natural Flavors
Refrigerate after opening. May contain pits.

Rare Character / TWCP Single Barrel Bourbon Cask Strength

Sold out - 
EMAILS SENT ON THE LIMITED RELEASES - THANKS FOR THE AMAZING SUPPORT

WATCH FOR OUR NEXT BARREL - SHOULD BE SOON
We will do the limited bottle release probably this Thursday  Based on purchases of this barrel.  Grab one of the last bottles before the raffle - see info below


Our first barrel from 2025 Rare Character is here, we have a second one we picked out at the same time, not sure where it is right now.


SOLD OUT!

Rare Character / TWCP Single Barrel Bourbon Cask Strength....$99.99
  • Barrel No. SBG-114
  • Proof 122.60
  • Aged: 8 Year 10 Months
  • Cask Strength
  • Distilled 6-6-16
  • Bottled April 2025
  • Mash Bill - 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley
  • Yield 168 bottles



These three very limited releases.  We will release these later to people that support our Rare Character Barrel (and the Maple we have in stock that is not our barrel).  For every bottle of Rare Character you buy starting today, it will count as a raffle ticket for a chance to purchase one of these!  This is just a great way to reward supporters of Rare Character as that is how we get these limited ones.   Raffle date TBA
You must be a member of our WRC to qualify
  • Rare Character Brook Hill Rye Whiskey 6 Year Comet
  • Rare Character Limited Release Batch No. 01 Rye
  • Rare Character Limited Release Batch No. 01 Bourbon





Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Spirits Tasting at Spirit Wine & Craft THIS FRIDAY

 

This Friday, June 27th at Spirit Wine & Craft from 4-6pm
Come taste some rum, agave, and cocktails with Tyler from Bonded Beverage

  • Uruapan Chandara Blanco (+ a daquiri with Fruitful Mixology Dragonfruit liqueur)
  • Alida Tequila Blanco (+ a margarita with Fruitful Mixology Triple Sec)
  • Rey Campero Mezcal Espadin

Wheelhouse Fish Co. is popping up at The Wine & Cheese Place New Ballas

 

Seafood Lovers, Mark Your Calendars!
Wheelhouse Fish Co. is popping up at The Wine & Cheese Place New Ballas
730 N. New Ballas Rd., Creve Coeur
Saturday, June 28 | 3–5 PM
No pre-orders – quantities are limited and may vary.

What’s on the ice:
King Salmon – $39.99/lb
Black Cod – $29.99/lb
Rockfish – $22.99/lb
Halibut – $36.99/lb
Tanner Crab – $39.99/lb
Sea-run Spot Prawns – $36.99/lb

Pair your fresh catch with local produce and ask us for wine and cocktail pairing tips at the tasting bar!

About Wheelhouse Fish Co.:
Meet Shalie Dahl Moore - raised on the sea in Southeast Alaska, she grew up fishing alongside her family on commercial boats. Inspired by the deep connection Alaskan communities have to the ocean, she founded Wheelhouse Fish Co. to bring that same pristine seafood straight to you.
Flash-frozen after the catch and flown to St. Louis for unbeatable freshness.

Kujira Japanese Whisky Tasting

 

This Saturday, June 28th 1:00-3:00 pm
At the (In)Famous Bar
Inside the Wine and Cheese Place
In beautiful downtown Clayton
7435 Forsyth Boulevard 63105

Kujira Whisky is made from selected Indica rice and utilizes the unique black koji indigenous to this region for saccharification, fermentation, and distillation. It achieves a distinct deep amber-colored whisky that has been matured in oak casks. The Ryukyu Islands are a subtropical archipelago located at the southernmost tip of Japan. The year-round warm and humid climate accelerates the maturation of whisky several times faster than in mild climates, enhancing the unique aroma of rice and creating a rounded body.

Kujira Ryukyu Inari Japanese Whisky...$47.99/700ml
"Inari" refers to the god of rice cultivation in Japanese mythology, and is also the ingredient of whale whiskey. The highest quality barrels of Ryukyuan whiskey are carefully selected, and furthermore, the whiskey is hand-selected by the master blender for different maturation periods to achieve a harmonious taste and aroma.
Nose: Apples, pears, tropical fruits, and hints of spices.
Palate: Delicate oaks, figs, nuts, and butterscotch.
Finish: Sweet and long finish, with pleasant fruity, herbal scent and woody texture.
46% ABV
San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Silver 2023, 2024

Kujira Ryukyu 5 year old Japanese Whisky...$69.99/700ml
Under the subtropical climate of Okinawa, Japan's southernmost region, we have aged this whisky for over 5 years in virgin casks made of white oak. It has received numerous international awards and is known for its woody aroma and dark fruity flavors. The body is smooth and mellow, enveloped in a sweet aroma.
Nose: Sweet scent of caramel, vanilla, and hints of licorice. Oak barrels bring in woody and spices notes.
Palate: Lovely caramel with fresh vanilla notes. Slight tannins from oak barrels gives an attractive texture.
Finish: Smooth, mellow and sweet aftertaste, with a touch of pepper, oak and spices.
43% ABV
San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Gold 2021

Kujira Ryukyu 10 year old Japanese Whisky...$109.99/700ml
Under the subtropical climate of Okinawa, Japan's southernmost region, we have aged this whisky for over 10 years in virgin casks made of white oak. It has received numerous international awards and is known for its fragrant notes of honey and brown sugar, accompanied by a spicy flavor profile.
Nose: Honey and brown sugar on the nose, come along with spices and soft oaky aromas.
Palate: Soft butter caramel sauce with licorice and baked bread flavor. Charming spices such as clover and cinnamon enrich the taste.
Finish: Long finish of spices, with a slight pleasant bitterness balancing the sweetness.
43% ABV
San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold 2021

Kujira Ryukyu 15 year old Japanese Whisky...$186.99/700ml
Under the subtropical climate of Okinawa, Japan's southernmost region, we have aged this whisky for over 15 years in virgin casks made of white oak. It begins with enticing aromas of dried plums, candied fruits, mint, and chocolate, leading to an incredibly smooth palate and a long-lasting finish with hints of sweet licorice and pepper.
Nose: Apples, pears, tropical fruits, and hints of spices.
Palate: Delicate oaks, figs, nuts, and butterscotch.
Finish: Sweet and long finish, with pleasant fruity, herbal scent and woody texture.
43% ABV
San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Silver 2023

Meet Gregor Stirling from Scotland’s Weymss Spirits and Kingsbarns Distillery

TONIGHT -  Thursday, June 26th 4:00-6:00 pm
At the (In)Famous Bar
Inside the Wine and Cheese Place
In beautiful downtown Clayton
7435 Forsyth Boulevard 63105

We are right chuffed to have Gregor Stirling visit us at the (In)Famous Bar. He’ll be here pouring malts from the Weymss (pronounced WEEMS) portfolio including the Kingsbarns distillery located in the Lowlands. This is a rare treat so don’t miss out!

Kingsbarns Lowland Single Malt Scotch Balcomie...$57.99 / 750ml
This Single Malt, from the family owned distillery in the Kingdom of Fife, has been distilled using Fife barley and matured in 100% ex-Oloroso American Oak Sherry Butts from Jerez, previously used for maturing Sherry. These casks were specifically chosen by Isabella Wemyss for their gentle oak flavours and sherry rich sweetness to compliment the fruity character of the Kingsbarns spirit. This allows for the perfect balance between the spirit and the wood.

Kingsbarns Lowland Single Malt Scotch Doocot...$57.99 / 750ml
Full of sweet, fruity character, Doocot is light, intensely fruity, floral and complemented by a rich colour coming from the high quality bourbon casks it has matured in. Comprising of the same liquid as our first release Dream to Dram, but undisturbed for a longer oak maturation allowing complexity to develop while maintaining balance, we hope you find the core Kingsbarns spirit still remains firmly within


Wemyss “Peat Chimney” Blended Malt Scotch Whisky….
Wemyss (pronounced Weems) Peat Chimney is a Scotch whisky that combines a small batch selection of peaty Islay, Highland, Island and lighter Speyside single malts to create a hand-crafted whisky named for its mellow balance of sweet peat smoke, maritime character and subtle citrus flavours.

Wemyss Malts Kiln Embers Blended Malt Scotch Whisky....$61.99
Kiln Embers is a smoky malt whisky that is made for maximum taste impact by using twice the amount of heavily peated Islay malt whisky than our Peat Chimney release. Additionally Highland, Speyside and Lowlands malts are used sparingly in the blend to bring sweet, rich and citrus balance to this heavily peated release.

Darnley’s Original Gin….$28.99 / 750ml
The Inspiration: Our recipe for Darnley’s Original was inspired by elderflower growing wild around the Wemyss family estate in Scotland.
We knew we wanted to create a light, floral, citrus flavoured gin in the London Dry Style which honours our distillers past.
Uses six botanicals including Elderflower, coriander, lemon peelNose: Pine needles, juniper, elderflower, cloudy lemonade, floral notes

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Old Ezra 7 Year Bourbon Barrel Strength



More in stock!! One of the best values in Bourbon now!


Old Ezra 7 Year Bourbon Barrel Strength....$35.99
was $79.99

58.5% ALC/VOL • 117 PROOF
We age this Kentucky straight bourbon in new, charred white oak barrels for seven years and bottle it at barrel strength. Seven just became your lucky number.  Sweet floral notes with undertones of vanilla, cinnamon, and fine wood, ending in a warm, buttery finish.
INGREDIENTS:  Corn, rye and barley

AWARDS
  • Platinum Medal, ASCOT, 2022
  • Double Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits, 2022
  • Whisky Advocate Top 20 Whiskies of 2019 (#7 / 94 point rating)
  • Double Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits 2023
  • Double Gold Medal and Platinum Medal, San Francisco World Spirits 2024
  • Gold Medal, ASCOT, 2024
  • Gold Medal, SIP, 2024

Nikka on sale!!!

More in stock at the sale price!!


Nikka Miyagiko Whisky...$46.99
Was $89.99
Compare to $92.99 at Total Wine and More (price checked 6/24/25)
This no-age-statement version was released in 2016 as a permanent product that showcases the elegant style of Miyagikyo malts, when all age-statements were discontinued. This bottling has estery aromas generated by carefully selected yeast strains along with distinctive Sherry cask influence.


Nikka Yoichi Japanese Single Malt Whisky...$46.99
Was $89.99
Compare to $92.99 at Total Wine and More (price checked 6/24/25)
45% ABV, Nikka
This no-age-statement version was released in 2016 as a permanent product that truly captures the authentic style of Yoichi malts, when all age-statements were discontinued. Vatting various different malt whiskies together, this bottling expresses a delicate balance between peaty, smoky and fruity aromas.


Open House Tierra Y Libertad Tequila & Prolijo Tequilas and Mezcals with owner Juan Pena!

AGAVE TASTINGS AT 2 LOCATIONS*
This Friday June 27th 4-6pm 
at The Wine and Cheese Place  7435 Forsyth Blvd
and 
This Saturday June 28th 1-4pm
at The Wine and Cheese Place 195 Lamp & Lantern

What is the owner, Juan Pena, pouring?
  • Tierra Y Libertad Artisinal Tequila
  • Tierra Y Libertad Small Batch 110 proof
  • Prolijo Artisanal Tequila
  • Prolijo Mezcal Espadin
  • Prolijo Mezcal Tobala
  • Prolijo Mezcal Pechuga with Mole
  • Prolijo Tequilas

Nestled in the highlands of Nayarit, Mexico, the region of Santa María del Oro is a hidden gem for agave cultivation. With its rich volcanic soil, ideal altitude, and unique microclimate, this land produces some of the finest blue agave in the world—perfect for crafting exceptional tequila.

Prolijo Mezcals
Crafted in the heart of Oaxaca, Prolijo Mezcal is a celebration of tradition, patience, and the wild beauty of agave. Made in small batches by master mezcaleros, each bottle tells a story of sun-soaked landscapes, ancient techniques, and the pursuit of perfection.

Tierra Y Libertad Tequilas
Handcrafted in the heart of Jalisco, our artisanal tequila embodies centuries of tradition, honoring the hands that cultivate each agave and the culture that inspires every bottle.

WE HAVE FRESH NARROW GAUGE IN STOCK



 
Both fresh canned in June!

Narrow Gauge OJ Run Imperial IPA...$16.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
Imperial IPA dry hopped with Citra, Galaxy, and Amarillo

Narrow Gauge DDH Fallen Flag IPA...$16.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
DOUBLE DRY HOPPED
American IPA dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic hops
7% ABV

Maplewood Dripping Citra IPA

 

Maplewood Dripping Citra IPA...$15.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
This is our juicy love letter to Citra hops.
Double dry hopped with a hefty amount, expect huge tropical notes, lush with overripe fruit.
7% ABV