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This spring’s limited-release bottle from Atost. The aperitif company started in Golden in 2020. (Provided by Atost)
Whether you’ve become an expert home mixologist or are more focused on healthful drinking this season, there is a bevy of new options to add to your bar cart — and they’re made right here in Colorado.
From aperitifs to adaptonics, the latest in local craft beverages is less straightforward than just your typical beer and wine styles. Here are five new drinks to try, including alcohol-free, low-ABV and some that are slightly stronger.
Atost aperitifs (21% ABV)
Cindy and Kyle Pressman launched their aperitif brand Atost (pronounced uh-toast) in late 2020, with three flagship bottles ($35 each) to appeal to different drinkers. Roots is an earthy and herbaceous spirit that mixes well with ginger beer; Bloom is sweet and floral and pairs nicely with tonic; and Citrus combines lemon and orange and makes for a boozier mimosa. All of the aperitifs are also sippable on their own, over ice. And each season, a special edition is released so you can experiment with fresh flavors.