Chilled’s Top 15 Drops for August 2026
Bringing you what’s new and noteworthy each month. Designed for bartenders and connoisseurs, we choose our favorite bottles, barware and bold ideas stirring up the scene.
We usually stick to a tight Top 10, but with so many standout releases crossing our desks this month, we just couldn’t cut it down. Below are 15 exceptional drops worth sipping, sharing, and showing off.
Espolòn Extra Añejo
Espolòn is making a major move into ultra-premium tequila with its national launch of Extra Añejo (MSRP: $69.99). Aged for three years total, this 100% Blue Weber Agave spirit gets a cool double-cask treatment: two and a half years in American oak, followed by six months in French Chardonnay casks. That rare wine-cask finish layers rich toasted oak, vanilla, caramel, and sweet spice over Espolòn’s signature agave flavor. It is a super accessible entry into high-end extra-aged tequilas without the wildly steep price tag.
Ole Smoky Sparkling Moonshine Lemonades
Ole Smoky Distillery is officially jumping into the RTD space with its new Sparkling Moonshine Lemonades, just in time for warm weather. Built on a foundation of their signature White Lightnin’ Moonshine, these bubbly, fruit-forward refreshers come in at 100 calories, zero added sugar, and a sessionable 4.5% ABV. The line features four flavors: Blackberry Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, Watermelon Lemonade, and Lightnin’ Lemonade. You can grab them nationwide in 8-can variety packs or single-serve Blackberry cans at retailers and online via olesmoky.com.
Luxardo Decaf Espresso Liqueur
Luxardo just launched its Decaf Espresso Liqueur (MSRP: $29.99 / 750ml, 27% ABV), a US-exclusive release created to bring full espresso flavor to any hour of the day. Made in Italy using decaffeinated Arabica beans from Brazil, Vietnam, and Uganda, a 25-day infusion process captures all the cocoa notes, essential oils, and rich body of a fresh espresso shot. With just 0.4mg of caffeine per ounce, it gives bartenders and home mixologists a seamless Espresso Martini base without the late-night jitters. Imported by Hotaling & Co., look for it at BevMo!, Total Wine & More, Eataly, and luxardousa.com.
Oishii Matcha Liqueur
Kintsugi Sake LLC is expanding into spirits with Oishii Matcha Liqueur (MSRP: $24.99 / 750ml, 15% ABV), a shelf-stable cream liqueur ready to fuel the Matchatini movement. The blend pairs ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha with Wisconsin dairy cream from a farm operating since the 1800s. It needs zero refrigeration after opening, boasts a two-year shelf life, and hits the sweet spot between earthy green tea and smooth creaminess. Try it in everything from Matcha Martinis to Margaritas and Piña Coladas. Rolling out now at Total Wine & More and top bars nationwide.
Six13 Fig & Apple Liqueur
Female-founded Six13 has introduced its new Fig + Apple Liqueur, a unique modifier sitting right in the sweet spot between vermouth, amaro, and fruit liqueur. Crafted to level up classics like the Margarita, Manhattan, Negroni, or a quick Spritz, it enhances base spirits without taking over the glass. The palate opens with sun-warmed fig and subtle spice before giving way to bright orchard fruit, toasted pecan, cardamom, and vanilla. It is a fantastic tool for both pros and home bartenders looking for instant botanical complexity.
Korbel Blackberry Brandy
Korbel Blackberry Brandy mixes bold, sun-ripened California blackberries with the brand’s classic California brandy. Handcrafted in small batches at Korbel’s artisan distillery using local grapes, the spirit is aged in fire-charred oak barrels to balance fresh fruit sweetness with warm, spicy oak character. It is an easy-drinking option for sipping neat, pouring over ice, or adding a fruity twist to classic brandy cocktails. Available in 50mL, 750mL (SRP: $14.00), and 1L sizes.
Garrison Brothers 2026 Laguna Madre
Garrison Brothers has set the summer release for its highly coveted 2026 Laguna Madre Texas Straight Bourbon (MSRP: $349.99 / 101 proof), alongside a debut Cask Strength Single Barrel version (MSRP: $409.99 / 135.4 proof). Aged for eight years—four in white American oak and four in rare French Limousin oak—the intense Texas heat creates a rich mahogany bourbon with notes of vanilla bean, hazelnut, saltwater taffy, and milk chocolate. Bottled in custom wooden display cases supporting coastal conservation nonprofit FlatsWorthy, the limited run drops August 8 at the Hye, Texas distillery before hitting e-commerce August 14 and select retail in September.
High Limb Hard Cider
Plymouth-based High Limb Cider is dropping a fresh summer lineup of smooth, unfiltered ciders made from 100% fresh-pressed New England apples. The seasonal collection includes Cape Daze (5% ABV), fermented with local Cape Cod sea salt and lemonade; Rock Juice (6% ABV), a Chablis-inspired apple and Chablis grape blend fermented over local oyster shells for crisp minerality; and Freshly Baked – Blueberry Crumble (8% ABV), a rich dessert cider loaded with ripe berries, brown sugar, cinnamon crumble, and vanilla. Find them across MA, RI, and CT, or at High Limb’s Plymouth taproom inside G Pub.
On the Brightside
Brighter Beverages has officially launched On the Brightside™, a non-alcoholic feel-good soda designed to deliver calm and social ease within 20 minutes. Free from alcohol, THC, caffeine, sugar, and calories, the functional lineup relies on 15mg of Zembrin®, a sustainably sourced South African kanna extract backed by clinical research. Debuting in two naturally sweetened flavors, Strawberry Sunshine and Guava Glow, it offers a quick golden-hour unwind in a can. Grab 12-packs starting at $48.99 on drinkbrightside.com (@brightsidesoda).
Deep Eddy Espresso
Deep Eddy Vodka is rolling out Deep Eddy Espresso Vodka (SRP: $16.99 / 750ml) nationwide, marking the brand’s first non-fruit flavor release since its iconic Sweet Tea debuted in 2010. Handcrafted in Austin, Texas, this bottle combines real espresso with Deep Eddy’s signature 10-times distilled vodka for a bar-quality Espresso Martini in one step. Expect bold roasted espresso notes backed by creamy vanilla and toasted caramel. Gluten-free and effortless to serve, simply shake with ice, pour, and enjoy. Rolling out in all sizes nationwide and at deepeddyvodka.com.
Last Rep Athletic Recovery Cocktail™ Orange
Last Rep is growing its line of hemp-derived Athletic Recovery Cocktails™ with a brand-new summer flavor: Orange. Made for everyday athletes who want to socialize without a hangover, this zero-sugar, zero-calorie, zero-alcohol option pairs bright citrus notes with a fast-acting blend of Delta-9 THC and CBG. You can expect a gentle, social lift in 10 to 25 minutes with a clean landing. Available in both 5mg and 10mg THC options with full third-party lab testing. 4-packs start at $22.99 at select gyms, bars, retailers, and online at lastrep.com (@lastrep).
Mission Craft Cocktails Pickle-Rita
Mission Craft Cocktails has released its newest bar-strength RTD: the Pickle-Rita, a savory spin on the margarita built specifically for pickle fans. What started as an April Fools’ joke sparked so much fan demand that the brand turned it into a real release, blending fresh dill with premium Mexican tequila from Productos Finos de Agave. Joining Mission’s lineup of classic and fruity margaritas, every bottle sold helps fund meals via Feeding America®. Look for it this fall at Total Wine & More, Costco, Ralph’s, and online at missioncocktails.com.
Invivo Spicy Jalapeño White Wine
Invivo X, SJP—the partnership between Sarah Jessica Parker and New Zealand’s Invivo Winery—is turning TikTok’s viral wine hack into a bottle you can buy off the shelf. Invivo X, SJP Spicy Jalapeño White Wine (RRP: $15.99, 12.5% ABV) takes crisp New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and infuses it with natural jalapeño and chili extracts for a subtle, buildable heat. Developed over months by Parker and winemakers Rob Cameron and Tim Lightbourne, it is ideal served ice-cold, on the rocks, or topped with soda alongside Tex-Mex or summer salads. Rolling out this summer at H-E-B, Total Wine & More, Wine.com, and Binny’s.
Crown Royal x Juicy Couture Limited-Edition Collection
Crown Royal is bringing big Y2K energy to the whisky aisle with the Crown Royal x Juicy Couture Limited-Edition Collection (MSRP: $24.99). The collaboration swaps Crown Royal’s traditional velvet bag for plush Juicy Couture velour, complete with sparkling rhinestones and custom colors for three lineup staples: Regal Apple, Peach, and Blackberry. The collectible box features a heart-shaped cutout to showcase the velour bag, housing the brand’s classic flavored whiskies inside. Rolling out nationwide starting August 2026 while supplies last.
90+ Cellar’s Discovery Series
90+ Cellar’s has debuted its new Discovery Series ($14.99 each / 750ml), a line focused on under-the-radar wine regions and lesser-known grapes. The series launches with two refreshing whites: Lot 236 Pecorino (13% ABV) from Abruzzo, Italy, bringing bright citrus, floral notes, and a hint of saline minerality; and Lot 240 Torrontés (13.7% ABV) from Argentina’s high-altitude Cafayate Valley, packing expressive floral and tropical fruit notes with crisp acidity. Both bottles are available now at select retailers and online at ninetypluscellars.com.
About Chilled’s Top Drops
Chilled’s Top Drops is a monthly editorial series highlighting the most exciting new releases in the world of spirits and mixology. Designed for bartenders, brand partners, and enthusiasts alike, the series celebrates craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of today’s cocktail experience.
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