Press Seltzer Pomegranate Ginger 12Pk is a malt-based hard seltzer 12-pack at 4.0% ABV, pairing tart pomegranate with a bright ginger kick. Voted "Best in Taste" at ten consecutive Seltzerland hard seltzer festivals, this expression from the woman-owned Press brand has earned recognition from Chowhound as the best-tasting hard seltzer on the market. Quick Facts: ABV: 4.0% | Origin: La Crosse, Wisconsin | Style: Flavored Hard Seltzer | Producer: XYZ Beverage LLC Production & Heritage Press is produced by XYZ Beverage LLC in La Crosse, Wisconsin — a woman-owned company recognized by Martha Stewart Living among its favorite woman-owned food brands. Built on a malt base of water, malt, citric acid, fructose, and natural flavors, what separates Press from the pack is its multi-stage carbon filtration process. This filtration removes gluten to less than 5 parts per million, yielding a notably crisp, clean liquid that lets the pomegranate and ginger flavors carry the drink without any heavy grain character underneath. Tasting Notes Aroma: Fresh ginger leads the nose with an almost spicy brightness, followed by ripe pomegranate and a faint cranberry-like tartness. The overall impression is light but inviting, closer to a sparkling fruit beverage than anything grain-forward. Taste: The palate flips the script from the nose — pomegranate takes center stage with a sweet-and-sour tang that recalls ripe red fruit and a hint of cranberry. Mid-palate, the ginger arrives to balance the pomegranate's sweetness, lending a pleasant kick that several reviewers compare to a light, fruity ginger ale. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, softer than many mainstream competitors. Finish: Clean and brisk, with lingering ginger warmth and a dry, slightly tart pomegranate fade. The finish is refreshingly short, encouraging the next sip without any cloying sweetness. How to Drink Press Pomegranate Ginger Straight from a chilled can is the most direct way to appreciate the pomegranate-ginger balance. A rocks glass with ice opens up the ginger notes slightly as the drink warms. For cocktail-adjacent serves, try these: Pomegranate Mule: Pour over ice with a squeeze of fresh lime — the existing ginger character stands in for ginger beer beautifully. Seltzer Spritz: Combine with a splash of Aperol and an orange wheel for a lighter riff on the classic Aperol Spritz, where the pomegranate tartness mirrors the bitter-sweet interplay. Ginger Paloma Twist: Add a float of fresh grapefruit juice and a pinch of salt — the seltzer's ginger backbone and pomegranate acidity mirror the Paloma's citrus-forward profile at a fraction of the ABV. Best For Stocking the cooler for a backyard cookout or pool day with a crowd Offering a gluten-conscious option at gatherings where dietary needs vary Replacing higher-calorie mixed drinks during a casual weeknight wind-down Gifting to someone exploring the hard seltzer category who values flavor over fizz Frequently Asked Questions What does Press Pomegranate Ginger taste like? It delivers a sweet-and-tangy pomegranate flavor with a cranberry-like edge, balanced by a distinct ginger snap that recalls a light, fruity ginger ale. The overall profile is flavorful yet clean, without residual sweetness. How does Press Pomegranate Ginger compare to White Claw? Side-by-side, Press is less carbonated than White Claw and carries less mineral character, while delivering noticeably more fruit-forward flavor. Press positions itself as a craft-tier seltzer yet is priced comparably to White Claw and Truly. Is Press Pomegranate Ginger good for beginners? Yes — the 4.0% ABV is approachable, and the familiar pomegranate-ginger combination tastes more like a sparkling fruit drink than a malt beverage, making it an easy entry point for anyone new to hard seltzers. Where is Press Pomegranate Ginger made? Press is produced by XYZ Beverage LLC in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The brand is woman-owned and headquartered in the same city where the seltzers are manufactured. What foods pair well with Press Pomegranate Ginger? Grilled shrimp skewers match the seltzer's tart-sweet profile; chicken satay with peanut sauce complements the ginger kick; fresh goat cheese salads echo the pomegranate acidity; spicy tuna rolls let the ginger element harmonize; and dark chocolate bark with pomegranate seeds mirrors both dominant flavors. What sizes does Press Pomegranate Ginger come in? The Pomegranate Ginger flavor is widely available in a 12-pack of slim cans, which is the standard retail format for the brand. Is Press Pomegranate Ginger worth the price? Press positions as a premium hard seltzer in the same price band as White Claw and Truly, yet consistently outperforms them in independent taste tests — earning a 4.7 out of 5 customer rating across nearly 80 reviews and repeat "Best in Taste" festival wins, which makes it strong value within the category. Why Press Pomegranate Ginger? The multi-stage carbon filtration that strips gluten to below 5 ppm is not standard practice for malt-based seltzers, and it produces a cleaner canvas for the natural pomegranate and ginger flavors to come through. Ten consecutive Seltzerland "Best in Taste" wins are difficult to dismiss as coincidence — that is sustained consumer preference across a wide field of competitors. The woman-owned brand behind Press has also earned editorial nods from BestProducts.com ("Best of the Best 2019"), Food52, and Chowhound. For drinkers who find mainstream seltzers thin or overly carbonated, this 12-pack represents a more flavorful, craft-minded alternative at a mainstream price point.
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