REVIEWS
NUISANCE PREMIUM
BOTANICAL-BASED SODA MIXERS
Reviewed by : Keala Woolley
Born in the Cotswolds and based in Edinburgh , these three premium blends from Nuisance bring a new twist to tired old soda mixers . Taking inspiration from the countryside , they distil quintessential British flavours and package them up for easy enjoyment . Even the designs of the cans themselves made for a relaxing drinking experience , with the soft tones , delicate font and unique artwork coming together to create a soothing aesthetic . I ’ ve always been a fan of more refreshing botanical flavours , so choosing a favourite between ‘ Wild Nettle ’, ‘ Mint , Cucumber and Chilli ’ and ‘ Bramble and Rosemary ’ certainly proved difficult . Each 250ml can boasts a natural flavour profile that makes a great change to your typical tonics and pairs really well with those Friday night glasses of gin .
Wild Nettle
Mint , Cucumber and Chilli
Bramble and Rosemary
This was my first time trying a nettlebased drink and so I wasn ’ t sure what to expect . As someone who prefers a much stronger flavour , I didn ’ t think I would enjoy the more delicate and understated taste notes of this mixer … but I was pleasantly surprised . If I had to sum my thoughts up in one word , I ’ d say ‘ refreshing ’, not just because of the drink itself , but also because it ’ s great to see a brand exploring more adventurous and unique flavours . v
This three-pronged flavour hit certainly made for a rollercoaster of different taste notes and combinations . I was immediately met with the gentle cucumber , which was quickly followed by the much more powerful mint and chilli . Personally , I think the softer foundation of this drink really pairs well with the more dominating ingredients , with the chilli giving the mixer a far more powerful flavour presence .
Keeping in theme with the first two mixers , the Bramble and Rosemary blend started off quite softly . But it wasn ’ t long before I was met with a fruity explosion , enjoying notes of those juicy traditionally British berries . And the hints of rosemary really set this mixer apart from the rest , giving it a distinct edge that you don ’ t always get with other berry-based drinks .
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