If you haven't seen Haus [1] splashed all over your Instagram [Array] lately, your feed is missing out on some seriously pretty photos. The apéritif brand is known for it's cool aesthetic, but even more importantly, its tasty drinks. Our team has been curious if the internet-famous alcohol business is worth the hype, so we enlisted three editors to test out the Haus Sampler Kit [2] ($50).
Spoiler alert: we are all restocking our bar carts already. We are impressed by the assortment of flavours — it's a nice change of pace from your usual glass of wine or cocktail. Keep reading to see what each editor thought
Fun to Try With Friends
Review: What I love about the sampler kit [4] is that I was able to try four different flavours, so I got a really good idea of what the brand has to offer. For summer vibes, I enjoyed Citrus Flower with a splash of sparkling water. I also liked the rich taste of Spiced Cherry over ice. Each bottle is sized perfectly for two or three drinks, so I could always test a bottle out with a friend so we could compare notes.
Overall, I am all in on Haus and totally get why I've been seeing it everywhere. The refreshing and complex flavours of these apéritifs are a welcomed change from anything I'd typically drink. I'll definitely be ordering some more bottles.
— Macy Cate Williams, senior editor, Commerce
Distinct Flavours
Review: These drinks [5] definitely pack a punch, but I love the distinct flavour of the citrus bottle in particular. With its crisp quality, I especially like to add it to a cocktail recipe (one that usually involves prosecco) for an even more refreshing drink. You can also totally consume it on the rocks, and it makes for a cooling, and enjoyable pre-dinner drink.
My husband swears by the grapefruit, Jalapeño, ginger, and citrus bottles, so I'd definitely refresh our current collection. It also makes a fun gift to be shared with friends or loved ones, while catching up on the latest gossip or life updates.
— Shelcy Joseph, assistant editor, Commerce
A New Cocktail Experience
Review: If you're getting bored of the same old hard seltzers and wines, the Haus sampler Kit [6] is a must-have for unique, flavourful drinks. From spice-infused to sweet and fruity, these aperitifs are packed with one-of-a-kind flavour. The sampler set is a great way to try out and test flavours you would traditionally never gravitate toward. Although I'm not the biggest fan of spiced drinks, Spiced Cherry and Bitter Clove tasted like the holiday season in a bottle! They're sweet yet spicy and warm with notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. My personal favourites out of the bunch were the Ginger Yuzu and Rose Rosé flavours. They were great on their own, however, even better with a dash of club soda, carbonated water, or even champagne for a sparkling taste. If you want flavours that are summer in a bottle, I recommend Citrus Flower, Lemon Lavender, and Rose Rosé.
— Anvita Reddy, editorial coordinator, Commerce
Haus Sampler Kit
The Haus Sampler Kit [7] ($50) is particularly cool because you can customise it — mix and match the flavours you'd like to test out.
Haus Grapefruit Jalapeno
The new Haus Grapefruit Jalapeno [8] ($35) is so yummy with a squeeze of lemon or lime in it.
Haus Citrus Flower
Haus Citrus Flower [9] ($35) is one of the brand's most popular flavours and a great one to start out with.
Haus Lemon Lavender
The Haus Lemon Lavender [10] ($35) is one of the highest rated flavours and is perfect for summer.