Ep 177 - Fresh Victor Vodka Mixers Put Summer Flavor First

Beer is our home base, but summer has a way of changing what sounds good after a long, hot day. When Fresh Victor reached out and asked if we’d try their cold-pressed craft cocktail mixers, we said yes, then turned it into a full-on taste test with honest notes, real-life ingredient swaps, and our usual flavor-first standards. If you’ve ever wanted a cocktail that tastes fresh without the muddling, syrups, and bartender-level effort, this one’s for you.We walk through what makes these mixers stand out for at-home cocktails and easy mocktails: bottles that are 75% juice, cold-pressed, gluten-free, non-GMO, and made with no preservatives or artificial colors or flavors. We also talk about how they ship on ice and why seeing a best-by date on a mixer actually matters. Then we get into the fun part, tasting each mixer on its own before building three vodka drinks: Strawberry and Lemon (strawberry vodka lemonade), Cactus Pear and Pomegranate (a cosmo-style mix with triple sec), and Pineapple and Ginger Root (a mule-style drink with sparkling water).You’ll hear us compare flavor intensity, sweetness, acidity, and how well each one hides the vodka, plus a quick rating round on our 0 to 5 scale. Spoiler: Pineapple and Ginger Root takes the top spot with a score that made us both stop and say “wow.” We also share ideas for mocktail-friendly versions and recipes we want to try next with different spirits.Ready to taste along with us? Visit FreshVictor.com and use code NBG20 for 20% off your entire order (shipping not included, no minimum, valid through December 31, 2026). Subscribe, share this with your favorite backyard host, and leave a review so more people can find the show.Send us Fan MailThank you for listening to The Northwoods Beer Guy Podcast. If you have a question, comment or would like us to review your beer, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. You can also find us on Facebook, YouTube, X (Twitter), Instagram and Tik Tok.If you are on Untappd, look up NorthwoodsBeerGuy and send a friend request.Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, YouTube Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts, or you can click on our RSS feed as well.