Real Fantasy

The name Real Fantasy is, like the rest of the Ambijus lineup, an oxymoron; the brand's product names Act Naturally, Clearly Confused and Real Fantasy are all constructed as oxymorons.

Black Pepper — Spice. Black peppercorns supply the spicy, warm pepper character noted in the profile.^[1]

Acidity Adjustments. Apple cider vinegar and tartaric acid are declared among the ingredients, contributing to the drink's acidity.^[2]

Palate. Real Fantasy is described as fruity, tangy and spicy, with a full, rounded style, ripe fruitiness and a gentle bitterness. It opens with a gentle sweetness and closes with a palate-cleansing freshness, with a touch of lingonberry and oak on the finish. The profile is marked by tannins, the warmth of pepper and fullness.^[3],[4]

Structure. ^[3]

• Sweetness: gentle sweetness on opening
• Body: full, rounded, with fullness noted
• Tannin: present
• Length: closes with a palate-cleansing freshness; lingonberry and oak on the finish

Real Fantasy is paired with duck pie served with a rum and rhubarb jus, oyster mushrooms and chanterelles; Ambijus notes the drink's ripe fruitiness and gentle bitterness mirroring the rum warmth, rhubarb tartness and mushroom umami.^[3]

More generally, it is suggested with beef, stews, cured meats, pasta with red sauce, pizza with red sauce, cheese, chocolate and snacks, as well as with game.^[4]

Specifications. Real Fantasy is classified as a non-alcoholic still wine alternative, Ambijus's interpretation of a rich and spicy red wine.^[4]

• ABV: less than 0.5% (stated as 0.5%)
• Classification: non-alcoholic still red wine alternative
• Nutrition: approximately 32 kcal and 6 g of sugar per serving

Production. Real Fantasy bottles are pasteurized.^[4]

Ingredients Policy. Real Fantasy is vegan and gluten-free.^[4]