3 Editors Tried the Internet-Famous Haus Apéritifs, and Now They're Happy-Hour Favorites

Published on June 29, 2021 at 3:30 PM

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If you haven't seen Haus splashed all over your Instagram lately, your feed is missing out on some seriously pretty photos. The apéritif brand is known for its 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 ($50).

Spoiler alert: we are all restocking our bar carts already. We are impressed by the assortment of flavors — it's a nice change of pace from your usual glass of wine or cocktail. Keep reading to see what each editor thought

Haus Sampler Kit

From

$50

Fun to Try With Friends

Review: What I love about the sampler kit is that I was able to try four different flavors, 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 flavors 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 Flavors

Review: These drinks definitely pack a punch, but I love the distinct flavor 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 is a must-have for unique, flavorful drinks. From spice-infused to sweet and fruity, these aperitifs are packed with one-of-a-kind flavor. The sampler set is a great way to try out and test flavors 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 favorites out of the bunch were the Ginger Yuzu and Rose Rosé flavors. 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 flavors that are summer in a bottle, I recommend Citrus Flower, Lemon Lavender, and Rose Rosé.

— Anvita Reddy, editorial coordinator, Commerce