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  Combier Creme de Menthe Verte Liqueur (700ml)

  Saumur, Loire Valley, FRANCE

  $44. 99

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  ABV: 25%

  Combier's cream invites you to enjoy the enveloping and fresh taste of natural mint. This versatile and eye catching liqueur can be served well chilled at the end of a meal, with a coffee-cream, in a cocktail or used in cooking. 25% Alc./Vol.

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  Coruba Overproof Rum (700ml)

  JAMAICA

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 74%

  Remarkable for their palate power and lifted aromatics, overproof rums like this popular expression from Coruba are generally reserved for Tiki cocktails and punch bowls where the spirit will contribute tropical fruit and Jamaican 'funk'. It's bottled at a formidable 74% ABV, so don't try drinking it without dilution!

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  Combier Creme de Pamplemousse Rose (Pink Grapefruit) Liqueur (500ml)

  Saumur, Loire Valley, FRANCE

  $34. 99

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  ABV: 16%

  Made from grapefruit extract, Combier's pink grapefruit cream is light and sweet. The citrus notes go particularly well with a sparkling rosé wine but also work drizzled over a fresh citrus salad or sorbet. 16% Alc./Vol.

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  Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

  IRELAND

  $69. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Launched in March 1018, the second instalment in the Caskmates series follows the success of the Stout Edition. Both start with standard x-Bourbon and Oloroso matured Jameson whiskey as their base before being finished for unspecified periods in x-Jameson beer seasoned barrels - in this case it's IPA (Irish Pale Ale). Despite bottling at an entry level ABV, the series has received unanimous praise. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Hoppy notes cloaking the crisp grains, green apple, and pomelo make for a happier marriage than its stout sibling. This is one of those whiskeys that continuously evolves in the mouth, progressing from a sweet, syrupy beginning of coconut macaroons, apple, and spices, to a creamier plateau of citrus, stewed fruits, and chocolate. It departs leaving the tongue weighted down with peppery spice and cooked apple. Unexpectedly delicious. Value pick. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com

  Finished in craft beer barrels, this quaffable whiskey offers a bright topaz hue and bracing tropical fruit and grapefruit peel notes. Almond, bitter chocolate and clove tones linger on the exhale. 90 points - wineenthusiast.com

  "...The beer adds attractive fruitiness, particularly zesty grapefruit." 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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  2023 Hazelburn 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  Campbeltown, SCOTLAND

  $999. 00

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  ABV: 43.2%

  This Hazelburn arrives with an unusual ABV and was reportedly matured in a combination of 80% bourbon, 10% sherry and 10% Port casks. 43.2% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producer... Nose: Notes of leather-bound books, bung cloths, and dunnage warehouses are followed by sweeter characteristics of treacle, caramel, and bramble. Palate: On the palate, there are notes of marshmallow and candy floss, with a syrupy mouthfeel and subtle mineral note. The earthy tone from the nose carries through. Finish: Notes of cocoa powder, cappuccino, and mint linger in the finish.

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  Combier Liqueur de Noisette (Hazelnut) Liqueur (500ml)

  Saumur, Loire Valley, FRANCE

  $39. 99

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  ABV: 25%

  Prepared from an infusion of roasted hazelnuts, Combier's Noisette liqueur will enhance your kirs, hot drinks, culinary preparations with praline or vanilla, digestifs and cocktails: a god send for creative gourmands! 25% Alc./Vol.

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• Mezcal Vago Ensamble Mezcal (700ml)

  Oaxaca, MEXICO

  $199. 99

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  ABV: 50.8%

  Vago's Ensamble represents a unique expression that will never be repeated. These field blends were common historically as Mezcaleros drew from the few ripe, rarer varietals which time, season and availability allowed. In this case, Emigdio Jarquin combines Madrecuishe, Tepeztate and Cuishe magueys, ground with a Tahona and distilled via a copper pot in 483 litre batches. Bottling unaged lands this high proof Joven at 50.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Aberfeldy 18 Year Old Bolgheri Tuscan Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

  $225. 00

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  ABV: 43%

  Dewar’s Master Blender and Malt Master for Aberfeldy, Stephanie Macleod, is also passionate about wine. Marrying her two interests, she set out to see how different red wine casks effect whisky flavour. The first release in the series was a dram finished in Pomerol wine casks from Bordeaux. Subsequent bottlings have followed. This 2022 edition sees Aberfeldy finished in Bolgheri Tuscan red wine casks imparting robust, dark fruit flavours and an intense oak finish to the already fruity malt. Macleod takes a very active role in these maturations, repeatedly monitoring their progress ensuring that the malt doesn't get overwhelmed by red wine character. In this experiment, cherry frangipane and vanilla spice are said to be keynotes. 43% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... The casks used in this release came from Bolgheri, a small region of Tuscany. The Tuscan region is typically known for their Chianti wines, though Bolgheri has the distinction of introducing the world’s first “Super Tuscan Wine’. The terrain in Bolgheri is similar to the Bordeaux region in France (rocky limestone near the Tyrrhenian Sea), allowing non-native grapes from France, such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah, to be grown and used in the regions wines. Knowing that the same grapes grow in both France and Italy, its easy to see why Stephanie landed on using casks from the Bolgheri region....The idea to finish malts in red wine casks is an interesting idea, though hard to tell exactly how much it contributed to the final product. While the nose is a dense mess that’s hard to sort through, the palate is warm and inviting, with much complexity. Some water does help to open up the nose and palate, letting the Tuscan cask become more prevalent, yet it still seems like it could pull some more weight. - whiskeyreviewer.com

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  Rare Character 'Old Mate' Single Barrel Cask Strength 6 Year Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

  Kentucky, UNITED STATES

  $265. 00

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  ABV: 58.3%

  Rare Character Whiskey was founded in 2021 by restaurateur, bar owner and spirits expert, Pablo Moix together with brand builder, Peter Nevenglosky. Moix has developed personal relationships within the whiskey industry allowing him access to liquid that would otherwise rarely be bought to the public. Single casks that depart from the mainstream are of primary interest, like this six year and one month old Bourbon matured in a barrel with heavy toasted heads. Bottled under the “Old Mate” label exclusively for Australia, first sniffs leave the impression of creamy soda, vanilla wafers, hazelnut chocolate and oak shavings. At high proof it hits the tongue gracefully with creme brûlée, caramel fudge, oatmeal cookies, honey and sweet vanillas. Sleek, sweet, pure and finely tannic, the quality of the wood shines. Few Bourbons deliver this kind of finesse at natural strength. Distilled and aged in Indiana from a mash bill of 60% corn, 36% rye and 4% malt. Bottled in Kentucky. 58.3% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the bottlers... Brown sugar, cherry, spice - similar to a classic cherry soda fountain drink. Clove, liquorice, nutmeg, with a touch of citrus and tobacco on the finish. The heavy toast heads add to the richer spice and earthen notes. While typically spice heavy and rye grain forward, the grain has aged out and more of the barrel influence comes forth.

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  Rare Character 'Old Mate' Single Barrel Cask Strength 6 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml)

  Kentucky, UNITED STATES

  $265. 00

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  ABV: 57.61%

  Rare Character are purveyors of premium American whiskeys tailored to their customers and partners. Bottlings under the Old Mate label represent the first barrel picks to make it out of the USA and are exclusive to Australia. Aged six years nine months - only slightly longer than its sibling Bourbon - this single barrel selection might be initially cagey on the nose but coats the mouth with oily rye, becoming dense, chewy, bittersweet and gently tannic before a slow surge of dark chocolate, peppermint rock candy and dark rye bread. The finish leaves a spicy warmth followed by toasty American oak and hints of caramelised fruits. Distilled and aged in Indiana from a mash bill of 51% corn, 45% rye and 4% malt, this intense but relatively sweet expression maintains controlled tension until the last. Bottled in Kentucky. 57.61% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the bottlers... Winter mint, leather, brown butter, honey tea, fried dough; light apricot and peach jam on the finish, before rounding out with oak tannins, pepper, and vanilla. This spent a chunk of its life in metal and concrete warehousing; lending to the light tropical fruit and sweet notes, the rye spice is underlying the whole profile for a richer mouthfeel and complexity.

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• 2017 Dumangin Balcones Batch 023 Single Cask 6 Year Old Single Malt American Whisky (700ml)

  Waco, Texas, UNITED STATES

  $260. 00

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  ABV: 46.7%

  The Dumangin whiskies follow in the footsteps of French pioneers like Michel Couvreur - only there's another layer of expertise bought to the table. While Gilles Dumangin clearly has a 'magic touch' when it comes to selecting and maturing world class singles and grains, he isn't just a buyer and bottler. He's an acclaimed winemaker applying his know-how. Whiskies arrive in Champagne to complete their maturation in 228 litre barriques in the cellars at Chigny-les-Roses. The Ratafia finishing gives them a distinctive signature: a subtle yet delicious, creamy, fruity twist unique to Champagne.

  Balcones was discovered by Gilles during one of his sales trips. Waco, the town hosting the distillery is subject to an extreme climate. During Gilles’ August visit, the outside temperature was 48°C. As a result, the ageing of whiskies is dramatically sped up compared to cooler climes (five years here is like twelve or fifteen in Scotland). Finished for 21 months in a Ratafia Champenois barrel, batch 023 is a limited run of 265 bottles. 46.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

  Notes from the bottlers... Full mouthfeel with sweet tea, burnt marshmallow, cinnamon candies and marmalade with a very long finish with oak and pepper notes, followed by cardamom and roasted sweet corn.

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  Imbue Distillery Cut the Tux Pinot Noir Brandy (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 54%

  Along with St.Agnes' Bartender's Cut, this high strength brandy makes a welcome addition to the category. Matured in Nillumbik Yarra Valley x-Pinot Noir barrels and bottled undiluted, it’s unashamedly big and bold but also beautifully balanced with rich dried fruit and Christmas fruit mince pie flavours backed up by a vivacious, warming finish. Sip and savour it neat or if you prefer something a little lighter (but still full of festive character) spritz up the classic "Sidecar" with some citrus tonic/soda for an arvo in the sun. 54% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Nose: Worn leather, pepper, caremelised fruits. Palate: Green apple, dried vine fruit, salted lquorice. Finish: Medium with soft tannins.

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  Imbue Distillery Angel's Share Port Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43%

  This pilsner grain based whisky was aged for three years in 100 litre barrels previously filled with Aussie Tawny port. A lovely, supple, rounded mouth-feel and a nice integration of fruity-malty flavours make for a dram that's dangerously easy to drink. Finishing hints of vanilla and Turkish Delight highlight the cask influence. 43% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Nose: vintage leather, licorice, roasted  stonefruits, oak. Palate: black walnut, brown butter, treacle. Finish: fruit cake spice and dry tannins.

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  Imbue Distillery Angel's Share Maize Australian Whisky (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $98. 99

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  ABV: 46%

  Aged for 2.5 years in x-Bourbon and Australian Rye Solera barrels and created with American whiskey enthusiasts in mind, this blend of Australian grains opens with appealing toasted cereal aromas, the rye cask contributing a subtle oiliness (or is it the corn?); Semi-sweet grain flavours and suggestions of herbal teas turn nutty, spicy and malt-like. Lands somewhere between a malted rye and a quality Speyside single malt. 46% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Nose:  cedar, new leather, vanilla. Palate: honey nut cornflakes,  praline. Finish: pepper, aniseed myrtle. 

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  Imbue Distillery Angel's Share Bourbon Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $149. 99

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  ABV: 43.5%

  Aged for three years in a Rye Solera barrel previously filled with Bourbon. Initially reticent aromas evoke green wood with air contact accenting dried banana and poached pear. Young yet tasty and very approachable, the palate leads with a soft, creamy entry where muesli bar and stone fruit flavours are complemented by orange spice cake and milk chocolate. Hints of cinnamon, vanilla and juicy fruit chewing gum enter through the finish. 43.5% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Nose: Banana, eucalyptus, leather polish, light caramel. Palate: Green orchard fruits, pinch of black pepper, passionfruit acidity. Finish: A just sweet vanilla custard with long, lingering spice.

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• Peg Leg Porker 8 Year Old Limited Edition Tennessee Rye Whiskey (750ml)

  Tennessee, UNITED STATES

  $299. 00

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  ABV: 52.5%

  Other reviews... After years of toiling in the bourbon trade, pitmaster cum whiskey magnate Casey Bringle is off to the world of rye, dropping this 8 year old expression of Peg Leg Porker as his first entry into the category. Made with the classic 95% rye, 5% malted barley mashbill — but in Tennessee, not Indiana — and made with his hickory charcoal finishing process, this is Bringle’s first whiskey release since 2020. How does Peg Leg do in the world of rye? Let’s not dally as we work to find out. The trademark smokiness of Peg Leg Porker bourbon is well in effect here, offering an aromatic combination of barbecue pit smoke, mint, and dry grass — classic rye character filtered unmistakably through the heat of the pit. Some chocolate and nutty elements add more approachability up top, alongside a hint of cherry, heavy on the pit. On the palate, the whiskey’s got plenty of heat, quite drying thanks to its boldly grassy quality and laden with the essence of hay being harvested out in the open field. I wouldn’t say water’s an absolute must, but it sure doesn’t hurt, coaxing out some needed sweetness in the form of honeycomb, peanut butter, and mint syrup, almost julep-adjacent at times. Toasty and mildly sweet but still a bit green on the finish, the whiskey acquits itself in the end as a hearty expression of rye that fully features the grain and lets secondary notes drift in and out as needed. - drinkhacker.com

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  Chicken Cock Double Barrel 8 Year Old Kentucky Whiskey (750ml)

  Kentucky, UNITED STATES

  $299. 00

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  ABV: 46%

  Other reviews... For its first 7 years, this was aged in used barrels, then it was finished in new oak for 18 months. The result is a whiskey that gives off aromas of sweet cornbread, cherry cola, and apple cider. The palate turns sweeter, with candied apples, chocolate cake, and French toast. The whiskey’s unique journey finishes with cinnamon and a strong hit of oak. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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• Chicken Cock Garden & Gun Single Barrel Selection 9 Year Old Barrel Proof Straight Kentucky Whiskey (750ml)

  Kentucky, UNITED STATES

  $299. 00

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  ABV: 60.1%

  Garden & Gun is the only magazine dedicated to living a life more engaged with the land, literature, music, arts, traditions and cuisine of the South. Chicken Cock Whiskey’s Master Distiller, Gregg Snyder is an avid hunter when he’s not hand-selecting white oak for aging spirits, or sampling batches - hence this collaborative edition of Chicken Cock. Snyder describes Garden & Gun’s Single Barrel Double Oak Whiskey as “just phenomenal… full-flavored, full-bodied and smooth,” with a fragrance of caramel coffee and a crème brûlée finish – an ideal bottle to open after an adventurous day of hunting. “It has the mash bill recipe for bourbon,” explains Chicken Cock Whiskey’s Brand Ambassador Will Woodington. However, due to the American white oak barrel shortage in 2014, the spirit was aged in bourbon barrels for seven years. “Then we finished it in new American white oak barrels to elevate the whiskey to our standards.” For this reason, the spirit cannot be qualified as a bourbon, but rather a Double Oak Kentucky Whiskey, though all other aspects of it align with those of a classic bourbon. Only 12 barrels of this exclusive spirit were bottled.
  “Garden & Gun is thrilled to partner with Chicken Cock Whiskey to present this limited-edition Double Oak single barrel collaboration,” shares Christian Bryant, vice president and publisher of Garden & Gun. “We know our readers will relish the warm and inviting hints of vanilla, steeped berries, and cinnamon. This bottle will add character to any home bar.” - notes partly sourced from breakingbourbon.com

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• Boatrocker Nocino Liqueur (500ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 33%

  Using hand-picked organic green walnuts from the Macedon Ranges, this liqueur is based on a traditional Italian recipe dating back centuries. Rested in alcohol for 40 days and 40 nights with the addition of select botanicals, the finished elixir yields notes of walnuts, spices and earthy tones, with a rich and full-bodied palate and just a touch of bitterness. Ideal as a sipper after dinner but also works wonderfully in a walnut Old-Fashioned or a walnut Manhattan. 33% Alc./Vol.

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• 23rd Street Distillery Australian Whisky (700ml)

  Renmark, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Twenty Third Street's 'Australian' expression begins with a blend of locally grown barley malts. The wash is distilled through the distillery's historic Copper Pots stills with a focus on intensifying the natural flavours and sweet oils, then separated for maturation into ex-Bourbon casks and a small number of Tawny Port barrels. The warmth of the Riverland climate tempered by a well-insulated barrel hall sees maturation progress for a minimum of two years. Skillful blending of archive portions adds further depth before bottling. Look for keynotes of malt, vanilla and citrus. 40% Alc./Vol.

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• Waubs Harbour PX Cask Limited Edition Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $240. 00

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  ABV: 51%

  Sold out at the distillery in a matter of minutes, this deep, decadent single malt was finished in a rare 300L Pedro Ximenez Sherry cask from Dutschke Wines in the Barossa following an initial spell in McWilliams Apera Sherry casks. The latter brings apple creams and beautiful biscuity malt, with sticky raisin, date like qualities from the PX cask and a beautiful long, lasting finish. The PX cask was also Waubs' first barrel to be coopered on-site at the edge of the ocean in Bicheno, Tasmania. We've just received a very limited allocation. Be quick! 51% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... NOSE: Lovely rich resinous oak, sticky wood spices and stewed fruits. Spiced apples - cinnamon, nutmeg, plenty of brown sugar and dates, made into a thick resinous jam and poured onto a hot apple pie. PALATE: There is such depth to this whisky. The initial heat of a higher strength whisky gives way to a massively oily and rich decadent spirit. The age of the PX at 21yrs old comes through. The depth in that full flavour, mmmm. Add some homemade custard to that nose. Just yum. FINISH: Long lasting, such a lovely example of maturing in quality casks. The whisky spirit joins and holds those dates and raisins on the palate long after making you to want to go back for more.

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  Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia Colleccion 2023 Extra Anejo 100% Agave Tequila (750ml)

  Jalisco, MEXICO

  Reduced from $325.00

  $225. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  One of Mexico's crown jewels.

  First released in 1995 to celebrate the company's 200th birthday, José Cuervo Reserva de la Familia pioneered the category of extended age Tequila. Matured for a minimum of two years in a combination of American and French oak barrels, some of the reserve components are up to thirty years old. The tequila itself which has been described as "rich and brandy-like" doesn't change much from year to year. And just as consistency has become its hallmark, so too has been its high praise. What does change annually is the packaging, with a different Mexican artist making each release a collector’s item. 

  In 2023 the box has been designed by artists Rolando Flores and Gabriel Cázares of the Mexico-based Tercerunquinto Collective. The custom art titled “Structuring a Landscape”, features a geometric abstraction of the landscape of Jalisco.

  [2017 edition tasted from a 20ml sample] Pale copper gold. The bouquet combines blanco-like vibrancy with the kind of depth you'd expect from XO cognac - brine, charred capsicum, smoldering eucalyptus, beeswax, vanilla and menthol... with air contact, it also presents a drier, woody aspect including cigar box, cedar and white pepper. Likewise the silky delivery matches sappy agave and butter menthol lozenge-like flavours against drying astringency. It's delicate and somewhat fleeting through the finish, trailing off with black tea, potpourri, white pepper, hints of grilled pineapple, vanilla and trace beeswax. The overall effect strikes a fine balance between young and old.  40% Alc./Vol.

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• Sullivans Cove Single Cask French Oak Barrel TD0039 Single Malt Australian Whisky (700ml)

  Hobart, Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $1399. 00

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  ABV: 47.6%

  Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.
  
  Extra note: This particular cask is rumoured to be very similar to the infamous HH0525. Helpfully written by the previous owner on top of the box (see image).
  
  These French oak expressions tend to be a little spicier and drier than the American oak bottlings. Single cask TD0039 was filled in 2005 yielding 512 bottles in Jan 2018 at 47.6% Alc./Vol.

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  Kozuru The Banana Shochu (900ml)

  JAPAN

  $69. 99

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  ABV: 25%

  Komasa Brewery make this unusual schochu by combining a wine yeast from Sauvignon Blanc with sweet potato. The bouquet opens soft and vodka-like with a subtle perfume of semi-ripe banana that's echoed on the palate where it turns medium dry and lightly fruity. A gentle peel tang and crisp aftertaste brings a winey feel. Like many Japanese drinks, this is all about delicacy and restraint, so don't expect overt flavours. 25% Alc./Vol.

  Trophy at the International Spirits Challenge 2021.

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  Kyoya Purple & Pear Shochu (720ml)

  JAPAN

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Founded in 1834, Kyoya is leading the way in the Japanese Gin category while staying true to its roots in premium shochu. Made with purple sweet potato and black koji, this pleasingly spicy, fruity example has a vibrancy and character comparable to unaged grappa. Floral soft aromas of fresh-sliced pear are complexed in a silky, medium-bodied delivery hinting at sour dough bread and fruit cake, ending with a light spirit kick. The aftertaste accents juicy dried fruits and pepper warmth. Recommended as a base for cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... Floral & pear notes with balanced hints of soft umami.

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  Warninks Scharreleieren (Free-range eggs) Advocaat Liqueur (700ml)

  NETHERLANDS

  $34. 99

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  ABV: 14%

  Advocaat is derived from the Dutch word "Advocatenborrel" which means 'the drink of Advocates and Lawyers'. Its rich content of protein and minerals with fine brandy obviously provided food for legal argument! This special edition is made from egg yolks derived from free range chickens. It has a soft, creamy taste and texture. Spoon it neat with a dollop of whipped cream, also delicious over ice cream, cake or custard. 14% Alc./Vol.

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• Old Monk The Legend Indian Rum (750ml)

  INDIA

  $69. 99

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  ABV: 42.8%

  This rather quaint, unpretentious brand is a spirits icon in its homeland. Launched in 1954, it's garnered a massive following despite little to no advertising. Indeed, word of mouth and a loyal customer base has seen it maintain its title as one of the leading dark rums in the world. The seven year old remains the most popular, with the "Supreme" & "Legend" fast gaining ground. The latter are aged for 12 years and blended with much older spirits. Beyond India, Old Monk is now widely exported - from Africa to the Middle East and now, good news for homesick Indians - a small volume of Old Monk Rum has finally made it to Australia! Described as a "Very Old Vatted" Rum, this is the pinnacle of the collection, presented in a special 'head' decanter. 42.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Brondums Snaps Aquavit (700ml)

  DENMARK

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Produced from a recipe dating back to 1840. 'Brondums Snaps' is a crystal clear akvavit with a milder caraway flavour. Enjoy ice-cold as an aperitif or digestif, with beer as a chaser or with cold dishes and all sorts of cheese. Brondums is also the first choice amongst Danes who like to experiment by adding their own flavourings to aquavit, such as herbs, spices and fruits. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Bakery Hill Eldorado Second Edition Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $225. 00

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  ABV: 55%

  Taking a slightly different route from the previous release, this year's El Dorado was filled into a Seppeltsfield Barossa Valley Apera cask for eighteen months before a final maturation in an ex-Bourbon barrel for just on three years. An immediate richness to the nose yields vanilla, caramel fudge and date cake, perfectly mirrored on the palate where there's also fabulous mouthfeel and balance, the whisky finishing with hints of salted crackers, bittersweet dark chocolate, American oak shavings and wood spices. Despite the dessert themed profile, big malt remains at its core. Alongside a handful of single casks, this is one of the most impressive Bakery Hills we've tasted in recent years. 345 bottles at 55% Alc./Vol.

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• Glenmorangie Extremely Rare 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Azuma Makoto Design

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

  $399. 00

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  ABV: 43%

  Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.
  
  Japanese flower artist Azuma Makoto has contributed some imagery from his 2021 installation Dancing Flowers of Glenmorangie for this limited edition packaging. Each flower shown was chosen from varieties found near the Glenmorangie Distillery or whose scent can be identified when sampling this whiskies aroma.
  
  "When it comes to balance, this has to be Lord of the Glenmorangies." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

  A classic Glenmorangie with a character that appeals to almost any whisky drinker. Matured for 15 years in ex-bourbon casks and transferred into Spanish Oloroso casks for a final three years of maturation, the age statement is matched by super-premium presentation. Moderate aromatics offer seamlessly integrated floral scents of sweet, delicately peated(?) cereals, subtle citrus notes (mandarine, grape fruit) followed by a touch of applemint. Concentrated and mouthfilling, the palate is perfectly poised delivering flavours of mandarine peel, grape fruit, toasty oak, vanilla and honey. Long biscuity, orange cake-like aftertaste rounds off a wonderfully fresh 'Morangie expression. 43% Alc/Vol.

  Other reviews... The softness of the oils is balm; the juiciness of both the malt and delicate fruit is succour. When it comes to balance, this has to be Lord of the Glenmorangies. 96 points- Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

  ...This is part of the distiller’s Extremely Rare range, and has been matured in bourbon casks for 15 years, before a third is transferred to oloroso sherry casks for 3 years. Dried fruits, icing sugar, honey, lemon cheesecake, and floral aromas on the nutty nose. The palate offers figs, crème brûlée, cinnamon, more honey, and citrus fruit. The finish sees citrus fruit and oak merge nicely. 89 points- whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Spring 2019)

  ...Of course not ‘extremely rare’, but pretty good according to my notes for earlier batches. The price is similar to that of the new NAS, and it’s partly a finishing as well (30% have been finished for three years in oloroso). Colour: pale gold. Nose: cleaner and fresher, more ‘natural’ than the Bacalta, more floral as well, with lovely whiffs of acacia flowers, orange blossom, and simply all-flower honey. Some orange cake, and brioche flavoured with orange blossom water. Mouth: really much brighter and more citrusy than Bacalta, with tangerines, honey, and more ‘oriental’ brioche. Some figs, dried pears and apricots, and then vanilla. Good body at just 43% vol. Finish: medium, honeyed, with dried fruits again and always this citrusy/floral side. Comments: a very easy, approachable, and consensual malt whisky. Really enjoy it. 84 points - whiskyfun.com

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  Glenmorangie The Quinta Ruban 14 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Older Bottling

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

  $150. 00

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  This is the previous incarnation of Quinta Ruban, also with an extra two years added to the age statement. Initially matured in x Bourbon barrels, it spent a finishing period in x Ruby Port casks. It's a controversial upgrade with some tasters preferring the earlier, younger edition. Pretty autumn leaf gold. Whiffs of pristine barley arrive with suggestions of berry muffins and strawberry sponge cake. A full bodied and spicy 'Morangie offering a delicious oily quality, - quite chocolatey too, plus a hint of Turkish delight. The port pick-up is slight. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

  Other reviews... Mind bending complexity...but the Murray method and a half hour of your time is essential to fully understand the extraordinary heights and depths this malt reaches. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

  Orange segments sprinkled with black pepper on the nose, then spicy dark chocolate and coffee with cream. More dark chocolate and Jaffa orange on the palate, plus walnuts, almonds, and marzipan. Lengthy in the finish, with soft spices and continuing dark chocolate. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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  Glenmorangie The Lasanta 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Older 43% Bottling

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

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  Other reviews... Following a decade in bourbon barrels, Lasanta is finished for 2 years in oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks. Caramel, milk chocolate, and hazelnuts merge on the nose with the spicy dried fruit and orange notes associated with sherry wood maturation. Spicy sultanas, and damsons on the full, sweet palate, with more caramel, milk chocolate, nutmeg, and oak. The finish is long and smooth, with dark chocolate and wood spices.
  89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, Reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Spring 2019)

  [2010 bottling] Gold ochre/polished brass appearance. The opening scents of muted rubber band and pickled onion are a little off key so we'll let this sit. Three minutes after the first pour, the aroma hasn't really budged dramatically except for the addition of spiced raisin cake. Final pass finds the sultana / dried berry characteristics accented. A light and silky entry develops into a semi-sweet ginger, vanilla and raisin cake profile. Some flashes of sulphur. Finishes a little hot with the spicy red fruits persisting and traces of pickled onion in the fade. 89 points 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Glenmorangie Nectar d'Or 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Old packaging

  Highlands, SCOTLAND

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  Replacing the Wood Finish Range, the Glenmorangie Extra Matured Range is a selection of three single malt whiskies that, following an initial maturation of at least ten years in ex-bourbon casks, have been matured for an extra period (bringing the total time in cask to at least twelve years) in specially selected, extremely high quality, casks that previously held Port, Sherry or Sauternes wine. All are bottled at 46% ABV and non chill-filtered to enhance taste, mouthfeel and/or texture.

  With a tremendous ‘gourmand’ appeal, The Nectar D’Òr is Glenmorangie’s delicious, complex base spirit that, after a minimum of 10 years in ex-bourbon casks, is then extra matured in specially hand selected Sauternes wine barriques. This makes it rich and sumptuous with a heady, luscious, beguiling spectrum of aromatic patisserie desserts that helps create a memorable occasion whenever it is enjoyed.

  Tasting note: Pure, bright gold appearance. From a freshly opened bottle, first passings are very shy. This is one of those whiskies that really benefits from a good twenty minutes in the glass after which the aromas open and deepen. Aeration reveals the sweet malt, combined with honey and stone fruit scents with hints of cinnamon and clove. Entry is soft and off dry building slowly with excellent length. Spice and cedary oak give way to a luscious finish with the honeyed, biscuity malt finally superseded by dried stone fruits and cedary oak. Concludes clean and dry. The Sauternes impact really comes through on the finish and texture of this malt while it avoids falling in to the ‘too sweet’ trap. Nicely done. 46% Alc./vol.

  Other reviews... An exercise in outrageously good sweet-dry balancing. 94.5 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2020

  Other reviews on the previous NOS (No Age Statement) bottling... Nose: delicate cinnamon on toast and a drizzle of greengage and sultana; Taste: equally refreshing and dense on the palate ...excellent weight and body. Finish: remains clean and precise, allowing some custard on the apple strudel finale.  Great to see French casks that actually complement a whisky - so rare!...46% Alc./Vol.  94 points. - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2008

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• Lagavulin 8 Year Old 200th Anniversary Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  Islay, SCOTLAND

  $149. 99

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  An unusual age statement is inspired by Alfred Barnard's visit to the distillery in 1887 which became part of his book, “The Whisky Distilleries of the United Kingdom”.

  According to Diageo Director of Whisky Outreach, Dr. Nick Morgan, “At the end of the tour, he was given a taste of the whisky…he tasted an eight-year-old Lagavulin, which, of course, remember at the time was actually quite old…whiskies were considered to be venerable once they got around six years old in the 19th Century,” Morgan said in an interview with www.whiskycast.com. “He declared that whisky to be exceptionally fine, so our mission with this bottling was to find an exceptionally fine eight-year-old liquid which we thought Barnard would quite like if he were to be back here tasting it today.”

  Tasting note: Very pale straw gold showing considerable legs. Powerful and complex aromas include cocoa, sea spray, white pepper, dilute Elastoplast and lanolin followed by hints of citrus zest. Several minutes air contact accents the latent malt as well as dark chocolate. Concentrated but also surprisingly soft; almost creamy with grassy malt and a juicy vanilla, kelp and peppermint finish that goes long into the aftertaste. A departure from the 16, but terrific young malt. 48% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Nose: Pronounced maritime and smoke notes, with underlying fresh-cut brown bread. Citrus in the background (lemon zest?). Notes of red fruits develop with the addition of water. Fresh and lively. Palate: The body is quite light but clearly is distinctively Lagavulin with the signature taste of sweet, warm, tarry wood smoke and developing depth and complexity. More sweet notes emerge with water to tussle with the Lapsang Souchong black tea flavours. Hints of herbal tobacco and fresh mint. Finish: The smoke lingers engagingly with a final flourish of sweet minty tea perhaps served from a cedarwood chalice that had been dipped in the sea. If this is the start of Lagavulin 200 then 2016 will be a year to remember. 48% Alc./Vol.
  - Ian Buxton, www.whiskymag.com

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• Johnnie Walker John Walker & Sons Private Collection Bicentennial Blend 28 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  SCOTLAND

  $1299. 00

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  This was the most limited in the 200th Anniversary series, and also the most expensive. Master Blender, Jim Beveridge and his small team of whisky makers have drawn inspiration from the flavours listed on an original inventory from John Walker’s store. Rare and exceptional whiskies, including ghost stocks from distilleries like Pittyvaich, Cambus and Port Ellen (all at least 28 years old), have been explored to craft a whisky that re-imagines the exotic flavours of the 1820s. The result is the pinnacle of the 2020 collection, packaged to impress in a heavy decanter style bottle and large presentation case. 46% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from Johnnie Walker... A complex, rich whisky with layers of flavour in which an array of fruit aromas come together in harmony, balanced with warming spices and a soft, rolling smoke redolent of the rich array of exotic goods on offer. Dried fruit such as sultanas and figs are sweetened by hints of candied ginger, before berries, brown sugar and aromatic spices fill up the senses. PALATE: The first sip opens the doors to reveal delicious layers of spice mingling with sweet honey and rich molasses inspired by the rows of tempting jars. Waves of sultanas, cocoa beans and herbal notes are carried on wisps of soft smoke leading you further down the aisles of John’s store with every sip. FINISH: A sweet spice lingers as the door closes behind you.

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• Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Pittyvaich Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)

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  $499. 00

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  Given the contents in the bottle, this is undoubtedly one of the more collectible whisky releases EVER from Johnnie Walker. It marks the fourth edition in the Ghost and Rare series, "crafted using irreplaceable malts from ‘ghost’ distilleries that have long since closed, together with other rare malt and grain scotch.” Pittyvaich was operational for just 18 years before falling victim to industry consolidation in 1993.

  Other reviews... This fourth installment of Ghost and Rare targets Speyside, delivering a contemplative nose of roasted nuts, toffee, cinnamon, crisp green apple, candied citrus, late summer honey, and seasoned oak. The palate is satin smooth, with a slightly oily mouthfeel and flavors of golden syrup, oak, orange peel, lime zest, butterscotch, vanilla, dry spice, and smoked orange wheel. A polished and rich Johnnie Walker, elevated by subtle shifts in mood.
  91 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2022

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• Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Dundas Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)

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  Johnnie Walker's selection of long closed "ghost" distilleries continue to feature in a series of limited edition Blue Label bottlings. The fifth in the line up includes dwindling reserves from Port Dundas, which shipped its distinct Scotch from Glasgow canals to the world for nearly 200 years. Cambus and Brora are also in the mix, as well as rare whiskies like Cameronbridge and Glenkinchie. The latter add spiced apple notes alongside the aromas of peaches and dark berries from Clynelish, Dailuaine and Auchroisk.

  Built in Glasgow in 1811 at the highest point in the city’s rich commercial history, the historic Port Dundas distillery closed in 2010 after Diageo moved the majority of its grain whisky production to Cameronbridge. It traditionally contributed to blends, including Bell's, Black & White, Haig, J&B, Johnnie Walker, Vat 69 and White Horse. Slowly but surely prices are increasing as awareness of its limited nature and generally good to excellent quality gains ground.

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• Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Ellen Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)

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  $999. 00

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  Closing in 1981, Port Ellen has held its "Ghost" status for over 30 years, now. Yet Diageo don't seem to be running all that dry of it... Johnnie Walker believe they have done the extinct distilleries product justice with this Blue Label blend. The reviews seem to be backing up that idea too. 8 different single malts from every corner of Scotland have been used, including two more Ghost distilleries. First and foremost, Port Ellen, then grain whisky from Carsebridge and Caledonian and then malts from Dailuaine, Cragganmrore, Mortlach, Blair Athol and Oban. If you don't want to spend 4 figures to experience this near forgotten dram, then here is your chance.
  
  Other reviews.... This uninhibited, tempestuous expression of Blue Label highlights the artistry of the blender through the judicious use of closed distillery malts and grains. Coastal notes of sea spray, lemon, dirty peat smoke, cookies and cream, After Eight mints, caramel, and dry-roasted spice aromas. Combining lemon bonbon, waxy orange, cookie dough, fondant icing, and chocolate, with tobacco smoke, hints of peppermint, and grapefruit notes, this flagrantly outclasses the Brora variant.
  94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2018

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  Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml) - NO GIFT BOX

  SCOTLAND

  Reduced from $130.00

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 40%

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  Johnnie Walkers now standard release 18 year old. Blended from up to 18 different malt and grain whiskies from across Scotland. Praised for its rich, malty fruit character, expect some lingering smoke and citrus nose on the finish. Noted to be a touch on the sweet side.

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• Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Islay Origin Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (1000ml)

  Islay, SCOTLAND

  $120. 00

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  ABV: 42%

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  The Islay whisky region of Scotland is home to some of the most beloved drams. Two of which are featured in this expression, Diageo stalwarts Caol Ila and Lagavulin. Equally at home on the rocks or in a simple Highball, its pleasantly smoky character will beguile any Islay fan. 42% Alc./Vol.

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• Bruichladdich First Growth Series Cuvee C Margaux 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

  Islay, SCOTLAND

  $599. 00

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  ABV: 46%

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  Bruichladdichs six-part release entitled 'First Growth' showcases the effect that high-end French Oak casks from the best vineyards in Bordeaux have on their base 16 year old spirit. The Cuvee C Margaux is the third release in the series with production reaching 12,000 bottles. Initially matured in bourbon, it is then finished in Chateau Margaux Frist Growth oak casks. Rated very highly by internet based pundits, this is a must try for any 'Laddie enthusiasts. 46% Alc./Vol.

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  Stauning Smoke Danish Single Malt Whisky (700ml)

  DENMARK

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  ABV: 47%

  Made using barley smoked over heather and local peat, this is a nice addition to Stauning's core range. The style echoes Ardmore or peated Arran's with more sweet wood smoke or Highland peat than maritime character; the whisky glides across the tongue with a creamy, malty middle that gets lightly fruity and finely tannic towards the finish. Spices build, the smokiness persisting like a silky glaze over the malt, adding texture and length, ending with a delicious warming tang. Matured for 5-6 years in a mix of first-fill Bourbon, Madeira, Jamaica Rum and Virgin American oak casks. 47% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Batch 1-2022 tasted from a 50ml sample.

  Other reviews... Gold color. Grainy aromas and flavors of whole grain bread dough, roasted sesame, cedar, arugula, incense, and wet barrel with a round, crisp, medium body and a tingling, medium-length finish displaying accents of green peppercorns. A young, zesty Whisky with a flashy, oaky style. Gold Medal - tastings.com

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  Stauning Floor Malted Danish Rye Whisky (700ml)

  DENMARK

  $129. 99

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  ABV: 48%

  Stauning's first official product remains one of their best. Direct-fire distilled from floor malted rye and matured for 3-4 years in new American oak, this big yet balanced Danish whisky offers generous rye character from start to finish. Dense, toasty grains on the nose follow through to a full bodied, rounded, spiced-up delivery that pulls through flavours of crusty rye fruit bread as well as hints of caraway, vanilla bean and dark chocolate, ending tactile, oily and intense. Slightly restrained in terms of overall length, but lots of oomph for rye lovers to enjoy and experiment with. 48% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Batch 4-2022 tasted from a 50ml sample.

  Other reviews... The best [malted ryes] I have encountered is from Alberta. Stauning has a different persona, retaining some of the sharper elements of unmalted rye, too. And from this evidence it is taking a quite and now magnificent shape. 94.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2023

  Distilled predominantly from floor-malted locally grown rye, the first impression is one of spiciness, with peppercorn, clove, cardamom, dark rye bread, dried apple rings, cinnamon bark, and pear. It's like a country kitchen in the fall. The taste is initially light and creamy, like malted milk, though the body fattens up with red apple, cranberry, clove, and pepper, ending with Bramley apples and a pleasant spiciness. 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com

  ...A captivating whisky full of intriguing complexity. Broad flavours of bacon and smoky peat balance beautifully with the zesty tang of citrus fruit, sweet corn and pepper. A hint of tea gives an extra level of deliciousness. Incredibly drinkable. 96 points - International Wine & Spirits Competition

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  Imbue Distillery Citrus Agave Spirit (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 37%

  You can't call it Tequila because it's made outside the designated production zone, but this novel spirit is actually created using Mexican Blue Agaves, fermented and distilled by Imbue right here in Melbourne. It tastes nothing like Tequila, instead the flavour focus is on ripe blood orange and pink grapefruit. That's because it's blended with Imbue's citrus liqueur which employs a mix of seasonal off-cuts (oranges, lemons and limes are also included). The production process not only minimises wastage but also results in a very convincing alternative to Triple Sec - silky, sweet and juicy, though perhaps slightly lighter than most European equivalents. Super easy for your Summer Margaritas, Palomas and Sunrises - just grab your shaker and mix up the joy! 37% Alc./Vol.

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• The Lark Distillery Dark Lark 2024 Release Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $250. 00

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  ABV: 43%

  The 2024 edition of Dark Lark has a re-vamped presentation featuring the Tasmanian Aurora Australis. Expect an approachable after-dinner malt with layers of mocha, honeycomb, light oak and caramalised pineapple aromas and flavours. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Dead Reckoning Three Continents Blended Rum (700ml)

  Adelaide, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $139. 99

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  ABV: 50.3%

  Dead Reckoning call this their 'hot house' rum – otherwise known as Dead reckoning TCB. Justin Boseley wanted to create a blend using three rums from three distilleries from three different continents. He also wanted to use cane juice as well as molasses based rums. The final blend is a trifecta of rums: 8% Guyanese (Diamond distillery), 56% South African (Mhoba) and 36% Vietnamese (Sampan distillery) created from three different stills - a Port Mourant double wooden vat single retort, an Enmore Coffee twin column and a Diamond Versailles single wooden vat single retort.

  The final twist in this bottling was when Justin decided to age the barrel in his steel-sided garage in Adelaide. The vessel of choice was a level three char 200L x-Makers Mark bourbon barrel. He made a rack and wheeled the barrel into the afternoon sun for the 18 month period, also agitating the liquid and sloshing it around. Overnight it was brought inside where it naturally cooled, opening and contracting the internal grain, helping the spirit to cycle in and out of the wood. The rum's temperature reached a maximum of 52° and a minimum of 2° over the aging period and experienced a huge 7.8% increase in ABV and a 27% loss to the angel's share. The end result feels well beyond its true age; Intense and viscous with layers of funk, super ripe tropical fruit and a lipsmacking caney freshness; it tastes like a wild Jamaican with more pot still than column in the mix. Given the diverse components and the punishment the cask was subject to, you can't help but be impressed by just how well this experiment turned out. 185 bottles are on offer. 50.3% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Palate: The mix of still types gives this a creamy mouthfeel, but still a sense of ‘crispness’ of the column still. A medium pepper hit – but that tames very quickly and is much subdued by the second sip. There’s more funky tropical fruit here, but also liquorice, sweet caramel and even some very tame leather notes. Finish: That big sweet funky ester train just keeps on a-rollin’. The pot still percentage keeps the oilyness going well into the finish – real chewy stuff. So many sweet fruits and lolly-memories tumble and spin and dash in and out. This is a big, juicy and utterly delightful rum that is also a bit of a chameleon on your palate. Just when you think you’ve got it pegged, you pour another glass and find a new note that reminds you of something almost-forgotten from your childhood. In the subsequent drams since first penning these notes I’ve also picked up milk-bottle lollies, honey-jumble biscuits, tinned pineapple, sherbet and even a bubble gum from my very early days as a kindy kid in Switzerland who’s name I’ve forgotten – but I certainly remember that taste. It’s a rum you’re going to want another of to see if you did taste that… and another just to be sure. - rumtribe.com.au
  

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• Belgrove Wholly Shit Smokin' Barrel Rye Whisky (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $149. 99

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  ABV: 52%

  The smokey flavours in whiskies are usually made by burning peat to dry the freshly malted (sprouted) grain. Sometimes different materials are burnt to produce different flavours. There are many compounds in smoke that get carried through the production process. When these compounds are distilled only some of them boil off and are captured in the final product. To produce this very smokey Tassie Rye, Peter Bignell injected the smoke from burning sheep dung into an empty wet barrel, capturing more of those genuine smoke compounds. It's a very different profile from the normal peated whiskies, summed up by Bignell as "bush fire in a bottle." 52% Alc./Vol.

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  Kozuru Mellowed Excellence Shochu (700ml)

  JAPAN

  $109. 99

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  ABV: 41%

  Produced from 100% rice and matured in American oak puncheons for three to six years, this Japanese specialty blurs the lines between whisky and shochu bearing a resemblance to middle-aged Lowland grain or blended Scotch. Vanilla wafers, rice crackers and sweet cereals on the nose follow in a light, silky delivery with malty, biscuity flavours, frail vanilla, budding citrus oils and a spicy, finely tannic, dried grass and vanilla finish. This spirit's delicate character is easily lost with too much dilution. A few ice cubes are sufficient, or use it as a base for Summer long drinks. 41% Alc.Vol.

  Other reviews... Gentle aromas of baked apples, plums and sweet vanilla with a complex and well-integrated palate. A powerful creamy texture and a soft oaky finish with dried fruits giving a balanced touch of sweetness. 98 points - International Wine & Spirits Competition

  ...Colour me (pleasantly) surprised! I found the Mellowed Kozuru really fantastic! It was incredibly vibrant and flavor forward but at the same time mellow and rounded, with a great flavour palette of florals and honey. This would be comparable to a hybrid of a sweet Sauternes white wine meeting a slightly dry Sake, moving from one profile to the latter. It’s got a really delightful creamy texture, depth and richness too - bright flavours surrounded by spices over an almost syrupy texture. It really striked me as elegant. The cask aging really did a great job of mellowing it out - and to that end, I couldn’t tease out any sense of the cask. There was no tannins or oakiness to be had, which I found really interesting as well. It’s as if the aging took place sans the woodiness of the cask. This was really approachable and friendly, very enjoyable to drink and definitely a stunner, quite unlike any other Shochu I’ve had in terms of depth, elegance and complexity. Top tier stuff! - 88bamboo.co

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