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The Saskatoon

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The Saskatoon is food-loving and savory, an invitation to linger over a hearty meal. It’s red wine’s mysterious, wiser friend.

WE TASTE: Tart berry, Black pepper, Douglas fir tannins, Fellowship

Pairing: meats, cheeses, stew, cassoulet, charcuterie, savory, rich food (think red wine pairings), tapas

Serve Suggestion: We suggest lightly chilled in a wine glass, or over ice with an orange peel, negroni-style—but you do you!

750 ml bottle: six 4-ounce servings. The bottle is sealed with a pry-off crown cap and accepts a standard "wine saver" found at grocery stores and wine shops.

Silver Medal LA Spirits Awards 2022; Bronze medal winner, 2021 International Wine and Spirits Competition, London.

"Tannic and peppery with a clear, vibrant red body, it reminded us of a pinot noir." - New York Times Wirecutter

Ingredients: filtered water, organic white grape concentrate, saskatoon juice concentrate, organic cherry juice concentrate, organic apple cider vinegar, organic sweet orange peel, organic hibiscus, organic spices, organic gentian root, organic bitter orange peel, organic rhubarb root, non-GMO citric acid, organic dragon fruit powder, organic dandelion root, organic dried chamomile flowers, foraged douglas fir needles, organic monk fruit

Contains less than 0.5% alcohol by volume, 35 calories per 4 oz serving, Total Carb. 9g, Total Sugars 8g

Contains 34% juice

Contains no milk, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, fish, crustacean shellfish, or soybeans

 

Customer Reviews

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Annie Tahtinen
Singing the Saskatoon Praises

I love all of the FBFW offerings and the whole company's vibe, but Saskatoon reigns supreme as my favorite. It's soothing but still doesn't shy away from knocking the door of your tastebuds and coming right in to dance. It's also my favorite color - a deep burgundy, like a fine red wine but even prettier. And as an OG customer, I like putting my drink into one of the vintage FBFW bottles before popping it in the fridge and sipping it slowly throughout the week as a pre-dinner cocktail. I usually serve over ice with a splash of soda water and lime. Sometimes if I want to curl up with its jaminess, I drink it unadorned in my favorite glass.

Annie!
Thanks for being a wonderful customer for years now. This review is one of my all-time faves! I'm gonna quote you.
Cheers,
Shelley

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Anna
Very bitter, not good

I really disliked this drink. It tasted like a pine tree (and not in a good way) with intense bitterness and nothing really else to redeem it. I’m sorry to give a bad review but it really was so bad.

Hi Anna!
I'm sorry to hear that The Saskatoon didn't please your palate. I hope you find a red wine alternative that works better for you.
Cheers,
Shelley

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Allan Ward
Saskatoon is the real thing

Excellent flavor that reminds me of the bittersweet flavor of fresh picked saskatoons when I was a kid.
It's a good substitute for red wine when eating beef.

Hi Allan! Thanks for posting this review. I'm so glad you're a fan of The Saskatoon. It's namesake berry is indeed very special, an unsung North American superfood with amazing rich flavor and so many health benefits! When it gets cold, you might enjoy it mulled: https://forbitterforworse.com/blogs/recipes/mulled-saskatoon

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Bronwen W
Amazing

I have loved the others I’ve tried thus far, but this one is tops. Delightfully bitter with a complex flavor. I had originally been hesitant to try it as I didn’t know what a Saskatoon was, nor what to expect. I love this on the rocks. I will be buying more of this soon! Thank you, FBFW!

Yay! I'm so glad you tried -- and loved -- The Saskatoon.
Cheers,
Shelley

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Dana
Luxurious, Complex AF Offerings

The most satisfying alcohol-free cocktails I've tried so far! Not trying to be something they're not (i.e. a one-to-one substitute for alcoholic counterparts), just creating delicious, unique, full-bodied beverages that are incredible in their own right. I've been loving drinking these straight, on the rocks. Once the ice melts a smidge, any edge you get on the first few sips of Saskatoon immediately softens. You're left with a tannic, peppery, and herbal delight unlike anything I've tasted before. I'll absolutely be stocking up on FBFW.

Wow Dana, thanks for the rave review! I'm so pleased that you're a fan of The Saskatoon. When the weather gets colder, be sure to try it mulled. Cheers, Shelley

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