Cordial "Plum Liqueur", UME, CA, 750mL

Professional reviews for UME Plum Liqueur (California, 750 mL, 17% ABV) are very positive overall:

• UME Plum Liqueur
  • Wine Enthusiast: 91/100 ("Excellent"; Top 100 Spirits of 2023)
    • Reviewer: Kara Newman
    • Notes: Deep purple color; aromas of violet and fresh apple; sweet-tart palate reminiscent of Granny Smith apple, white grape juice, and plum flesh; gentle floral finish. The review highlights its striking color as a standout feature for cocktails.
  • Spirits Review Online: 93/100
    • Reviewer: Rich Cook
    • Notes: Authentic plum flavor without becoming cloying, finishes clean with a pleasant bitter edge. Recommended both for sipping chilled and as a colorful cocktail ingredient, even suggesting it as an Aperol alternative in a spritz.

The producer describes it as:

• Handcrafted in California
• Made from plums, dark cherries, grapes, with hints of green apple and lemon
• 17% ABV
• Lower in sugar than many comparable fruit liqueurs
• Intended for sipping over ice or mixing in cocktails.

Overall critical consensus: This liqueur is praised for its vivid royal-purple color, balanced sweet-tart profile, fresh fruit character, and versatility in cocktails. Professional reviewers consistently score it in the low 90s, making it a well-regarded craft fruit liqueur rather than an overly sweet cordial.

A delightfully tart, mildly sweet plum liqueur featuring a show-stopping royal purple hue. ‍Handcrafted in California from all-natural plums, dark cherries and grapes with hints of green apple and lemon. ‍Naturally gluten-free with half the sugar of comparable aperitifs and liqueurs. ‍UME can be delivered to most states in the continental US. ‍Enjoy UME over ice, with a splash of soda, or mixed in gem-toned twists on classic cocktails. Get Inspired.