DOUBLE-GOLD MEDAL WINNERS

Ola Guava-Lilikoi-Orange Juicy Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Passionfruit, guava, pureed fruit, tropical, dominant orange, orange soda, lemon-lime, well balanced, beautiful aroma, natural taste, effervescent, refreshing, beach ready, nicely done.

Double Gold Medal

Ola Lilikoi-Orange Juicy Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Orange, Orangina, grapefruit, lemon-lime, citrusy, Lemonhead candy, fresh passion fruit, natural passion fruit, passion fruit pastry, bright, refreshing, appealing.

Double Gold Medal

Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired
Hard Seltzer Ruby Red Paloma
(Spoetzl Brewery, TX)  4.8% ABV

Palate: Ruby red grapefruit, yellow grapefruit, grapefruit pith, hint of lime, citrusy, melon, tequila, fresh, approachable, refreshingly bright, nicely done.

Double Gold Medal

GOLD MEDAL WINNERS

Ola Dragon Fruit Lemonade Juicy Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Lemon, pink grapefruit, stone fruit, cherry, Hawaiian Punch, hibiscus, white flowers, malt, interesting blend, interesting combination, fun, refreshing.

Gold Medal

Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired
Hard Seltzer Mexican Martini
(Spoetzl Brewery, TX)  4.8% ABV

Palate: Bright lemon, nice lemon, light grapefruit, hint of lime, orange juice, lemon-lime soda, Fresca, tequila, great balance, brisk, fresh, tasty, just needs an olive.

Gold Medal

Suzie's Organic Hard Seltzer Green Apple
(Suzie’s Brewery Co., OR)  5% ABV

Palate: Bright green apple, sweet Granny Smith apple, Jolly Rancher’s green apple, Sour Patch green apple, agave nectar, good balance, tart, refreshing.

Gold Medal

Ola Hawaiian Lemongrass Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Natural lemongrass, sour lemon, lemon-lime, lemon skin, Moscato grapes, touch of saline, clean, bright, soft, refreshing, super mellow.

Gold Medal

Ola Hawaiian Hibiscus-Lavender Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Hibiscus up front, lavender, floral, raspberry, cherry, cranberry, watermelon, black tea, well balanced, clean, soft, delicate, super mellow.

Gold Medal

Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired
Hard Seltzer Texas Mule
(Spoetzl Brewery, TX)  4.8% ABV

Palate: Ginger, lemon, hint of lime, carrot, agave syrup, well balanced, tangy, bubbly, a decent vodka mule.

Gold Medal

Ola Mango-Pineapple Juicy Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Natural mango, ripe mango, rich mango, pineapple, prickly pear, tropical fruit, orange peel, mint, the right alcohol kick, balanced sugars, not too sweet.

Gold Medal

SILVER MEDAL WINNERS

Suzie's Organic Hard Seltzer Raspberry
(Suzie’s Brewery Co., OR)  5% ABV

Palate: Solid raspberry, big raspberry, tart raspberry, cherry, black cherry, papaya, melon, spicy, semi-sweet, concentrated, can stand on its own.

Silver Medal

Bubble Butt Rosé Seltzer
(WarRoom Cellars, CA)  8.4% ABV

Palate: Sparkling rosé, rose petals, white grapes, chardonnay, very tart, tangy, bright, succulent, soft, approachable, easy drinking, super interesting.

Silver Medal

Shiner Tall 'Tails Cocktail Inspired
Hard Seltzer Watermelon Margarita
(Spoetzl Brewery, TX)  4.8% ABV

Palate: Light watermelon, pomegranate, lime, orange soda, mixed fruit, Kool-Aid, Sweet Tarts, bubblegum, hint of tequila, good balance, balance of sweet & tart, bright.

Silver Medal

Ola Hawaiian Orange-Vanilla Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co, HI)  6% ABV

Palate: Peachy, sliced peach, stone fruit, cider-like, lemongrass, dried leaves, hint of black tea, light peachy sweetness, ocean breeze, soft, subtle, refreshing, enjoyable.

Silver Medal

Ola Hawaiian Ginger Hard Seltzer
(Hawaiian Ola Brewing Co., HI)  4.8% ABV

Palate: Grated ginger, dry ginger, concentrated ginger, ginger chew, ginger beer, vodka mule, fresh green herb, grassy, unsweetened spicy, earthy note, subtle smoke, balanced.

Silver Medal