Related Clues:

• Had some of
• Gave it a whack
• Presided over, as a case
• Essayed
• Tested
• Took a little of
• True partner?
• Took a sample of
• Used some buds
• Made an attempt
• Checked for quality
• Put before a jury
• True companion?
• Tried for flavour
• Discovered or experienced flavour