Can from Valley Beverage, Sherman Oaks. Cloudy magenta, no sparkle, head or lacing. Aroma is strong, tart blackberry, black currant, maybe a hint of bourbon and vanilla with deep sniff. Taste is strong sweet/tart blackberry and black currant, background bourbon and vanilla in the finish. Smooth texture, medium bodied, soft carbonation and finish as taste w/o sign of alcohol. The bourbon vanilla beans could be stronger in the mix but the tart strength is good, without being sour, and some sweet balance.

Can shared with Cuso. Med-thin body, med-low carbonation. Feels a bit fuller through lactose. Lots of blackberry, not much more, but it works pretty well. ABV hidden well, easy drinking. Pretty good.