Hero Peach Nectar

I love peaches.

Hero is a Swiss company with a North American presence in Ocala, FL. They sell a variety of inexpensive nectars that can be found in many grocery stores.

I love peaches.

And so, today, we're reviewing the Peach Nectar from Hero. We'll also be trying the Peach Nectar in a modified classic cocktail later on.

The label says that this nectar is a product of Spain. As if to bring that point home, nearly everything on the label is bilingual. I know the Spanish words for apple and banana. Now I know the word for peaches: melocoton, with an accent on the last "o".

This one liter (33.8 oz) glass bottle should be thoroughly chilled and thoroughly shaken before pouring. The nectar is at least 50% peach. It is made with pureed peaches, water, sugar, and lemon juice. No added flavors, no added colors. It is not made from concentrate either. The nectar has been pasteurized, but otherwise no preservatives.

Presentation/Appearance - 7/10 You probably can't see it in the photo, but the tall glass bottle has a marbled pattern in the wider base to protect against slipping. There is a definite tradeoff between a tall bottle and a wide bottle. I prefer the former based on my refrigerator configuration. The nectar looks like a liquid peach.

Nose/Aroma - 6/10 The nectar smells almost like a slice of peach, but, likely because of the sugar and lemon juice, it has a Gerber baby food scent to it.

Taste - 7/10 There is no denying the peach. Not too sweet, but with a full mouthfeel. Very tasty without being cloying. This nectar must have many uses besides serving as a simple beverage.

Finish/Satisfaction - 8/10 I like the way this finishes. The aftertaste is like eating the fruit. Drink it cold, though. As it warms the acidity from the lemon juice can take hold.

Overall - 7.15/10 A nice alternative to fruit juice. If you enjoy peaches, and they're out of season (starting about now), a glass of peach nectar might just tide you over.

I'm looking forward to trying the other Hero nectars. Will the banana nectar bring back vivid baby food memories?