Fire & 5th is an Irish brand with a clear idea of what it's doing: give non-drinkers something with genuine heat and complexity rather than a polite approximation of a spirit. The Chilli & Blood Orange is their signature expression, and the name is fairly literal. The chilli here isn't decorative. Capsicum extract gives a slow, building warmth that lingers well after the sip — it starts mild enough and then climbs, carried along by ginger and black pepper. The blood orange flavouring grounds it in something citrus-bright, stopping the whole thing from feeling purely fiery. Cider vinegar and treacle sit in the background, adding a faint sourness and body that gives the liquid more structure than most AF spirits manage. The guarana, Siberian ginseng and green tea are listed as functional ingredients, giving it a slight buzz-like quality that some will find appealing. It's best served with ginger ale over ice — 50ml is the suggested measure — but the heat means it holds its own as a mixer where a lot of AF spirits disappear. Vegan and gluten-free.