This is the Asahi Welch’s Holiday Blend Sparkling, featuring a 10% fruit juice blend of two grape varieties: Concord and Muscat of Alexandria.

The drink had a transparent orange-pink hue with a mellow grape aroma, balancing musky and tropical notes, and a moderate level of carbonation. When chilled, the richness of the Concord grape was most pronounced at the start of each sip, delivering a deep, sweet flavour with only a mild labrusca-like foxy presence. As the flavour developed, the Muscat of Alexandria introduced a bright, juicy acidity that softened the musky undertones of the Concord while preserving its fragrant depth. The Muscat also added fresh, slightly tropical notes, enhancing complexity without overwhelming the blend. The effervescence provided a refreshing lift, ensuring a clean, crisp finish.

Overall, the combination of Concord and Muscat of Alexandria grapes created a well-balanced profile, offering fragrant richness, bright juiciness, and an appealing colour. True to its holiday theme, it was a vibrant and uplifting beverage, well-suited for the festive season.

This Asahi Welch’s Holiday Blend Sparkling contained 450 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2025.