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Michel Couvreur Overaged Single Malt Whisky (700ml)

Burgundy, FRANCE
$189. 99
Bottle
$2279.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Tasting note: A vatting of single malts aged between 12 and 20 years in Pedro Ximenez casks. Brassy / gold appearance. Soft vanilla and malt on the nose. Some attractive dried fruits adding depth on the second inspection then more cereals and finally, fruit and nut chocolate. Immediately captivates with its svelte, cream - textured entry; lovely integration and balance with fruit and nut flavours augmented by buzzing spices. Good persistence. 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... I remember the early-to-mid 1990s, I did go to a Couvreur tasting in Strasbourg, where their rep told us that whisky was all about wood. It was the first time I was hearing that; I hated the idea right away. But a lot of water (and sawdust) has gone under the bridge since back then… By the way, I suppose ‘overaged’ means pretty young, with some whiskies you always need to translate those things, don’t you. Colour: deep gold. Nose: well, it’s pretty nice, sherried yet balanced, with a good sultanas/malt combo, just a touch of struck match, some lighter pipe tobacco, and loud and clear notes of dried dates. With a marzipan filling! Nice nose, really, I cannot not think of some young Macallans from that period. You know, the 1990s. Also a little menthol and a little ham. A good surprise. Mouth: really old style, starting with some leather and some tobacco, and going on with a sooty sherry, some dry sultanas, and drops of Guinness plus orange squash. No problems with the lower strength. Finish: medium, cleaner than expected, with some herbal teas, cherry stems, more tobacco… Comments: I tend to like the brighter style of the Blooming Gorse even better, but yeah, this little Couvreur was really nice. 83 points - whiskyfun.com

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Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo Sake (1800ml)

Yamaguchi, JAPAN
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 16%

Closure: Plastic Stopper

Dassai, brewed by Asahi Shuzo in Yamaguchi Prefecture, is dedicated exclusively to Junmai Daiginjo sake made with the highest level of rice polishing for purity and elegance. Using only Yamada Nishiki, the most prized sake rice, Dassai embraces a supremely modern approach, blending tradition with innovation. Unlike most breweries that follow a seasonal brewing cycle, Dassai operates year-round, refining their techniques to achieve precision and consistency. The result is a range of exceptionally smooth, fragrant, and expressive sake that has gained a global following.
Crafted with meticulous precision, Dassai 23 represents the ultimate pursuit of refinement, with an exceptionally high rice polishing ratio. Its ultra-smooth texture and purity make it a benchmark for modern Junmai Daiginjo.
Tasting Note: Pours a pale, water white colour in the glass. Supremely elegant on the nose, showing honeysuckle, white strawberry, watermelon rind, along with subtle cream and nougat. Likewise the palate is equally elegant and pure, with green melon and white strawberry sitting alongside pastry, nougat, panna cotta, and vanilla notes. Extremely refined, and with more than a passing resemblance to a crisp white wine, serve this sake chilled on its own or along with fresh dishes such as squid or red snapper sashimi.
Alc 16%
Rice Polishing: 23%
Other Reviews....
The medium dry Asahi Shuzo NV Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo should be one of the lowest Seimaibuai (23%) sakes in Japan. It is pure and clean, with light but complex scents of white flowers, cherry, strawberry, banana and fresh rice. On the palate it is broad and smooth with a clean spicy finish. Rice: Yamada Nishiki. Alcohol: 16%.
93 points
Liwen Hao - Wine Advocate (Nov 2017)
From Japan’s far west beyond Hiroshima, Dassai produces only junmai daiginjo in three main styles; 23, 39 and 50, reflecting their respective polishing ratios. This lovely aromatic daiginjo displays plenty of intense, fragrant floral and melon notes, fresh without the unpasteurised zing of nama sake. It is smooth and richly flavoured with melon, pear, peach and touches of coconut and cinnamon. There is a lovely rich texture and elegant, long dry finish.
94 points
Anthony Rose - Decanter

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Ciroc Apple Flavoured Vodka (700ml)

FRANCE
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 37.5%

A vodka infused with a distinctive blend of apple and other natural flavours. Expect bright, crisp green apple aromas and juicy green apple flavours.
Whereas most vodkas are produced from common starches such as wheat or potatoes, Ciroc is made from Ugni Blanc grapes left on the vine for extended ripening. The fruit is sourced from Gaillac in the Southwest of France, (nestled between Roussillon and the Pyrenees in the South and the Gorges of the Tarn in the East). After harvesting, the juice is pressed, cold fermented then distilled five times - the fifth time using specially-designed, traditional copper pot-stills. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

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Amacardo Black Amaro di Carciofino Selvatico dell'Etna (500ml)

Sicily, ITALY
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 30%

A delicious digestive from Sicily's oldest distillery made with indigenous wild artichokes grown on volcanic slopes. Translucent ochre / sienna brown. Engaging aromas of orange spice cake, fruit mince pie, sage, tarragon and oregano. A superb, semi-sweet, spiced orange cake burst; finishes drier, balanced, and super pure with a delicately bitter herbal, gingerbread, cinnamon and orange peel fade. Very moreish. 30% Alc./Vol.

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Jacopo Poli Vespaiolo Grappa (500ml)

Veneto, ITALY
$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

The highly regarded Jacopo Poli distillery is an artisan operation solely owned by the Poli family, founded in 1898 in Schiavon, near Bassano del Grappa, in the hearth of Veneto, the most typical region for Grappa production.

This is young grappa produced from Vespailolo grapes.

Tasting note: [LOT 07174 tasted] Crystal clear with a glossy, silvery appearance. Moderate yet refined, the sensuous aromatics open with chocolate and marzipan; five minutes in the glass releases subtle citrus oil and orange blossom notes, followed by suggestions of sultana and plum with further aeration. Silky, delicate entry. The palate has ballerina like poise as cascades of sweet dried fruit, chocolate and honeycomb are beautifully defined against balancing acidity. Excellent length. Finish is delicate, fresh and citrus peel-like, leading into a long, subtle aftertaste of nuts and cocoa. Exceptional purity. The exuberant packaging adds to the allure. 40% Alc./Vol.

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2006 Penfolds Grange

South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$1200. 00
Bottle
$14400.00 Dozen

Cellar: 10 - 20 Years (2021-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Cork

Note: As pictured, this bottle is completely original and has not been clinic-ed.

Originally tasted 2011
A stunning Shiraz that will no doubt evolve into one of the all time great vintages of Penfolds Grange.
Super saturated, totally impenetrable, black crimson colour with very deep, black dark crimson red hue. The nose displays great power, yet is still in it’s relative infant stages of development, with a superb kaleidoscope of aromas to unfurl themselves in the coming years. Super ripe blackberry and liquorice aromas are to the fore followed by a touch of violets, dark chocolate, mocha and vanilla. The intensity of the nose indicates that a wine of great power and concentration is to come and one is not let down. Dense, super concentrated and with power to burn, this Grange is destined for a long life of cellaring, although it’s not entirely unapproachable now. Layer upon layer of explosive, opulent fruit unravels itself on the palate in quite magnificent fashion. Dark chocolate, liquorice, blackberry and dark plum flavours, with an overlay of mocha and vanillin oak. Sublime depth and persistence and quite opulent in texture. Very fine grained, but firm tannins that are concealed by the sheer volume of fruit. Exceptionally long aftertaste of blackberry, dark chocolate, liquorice, vanillin oak and spice.
Cellar 10-20 years (2021-2031)
Alc 14.5%

Other Reviews….
Deep crimson; its bouquet has a strikingly complex array of black characters that run all the way from the first whiff to the finish and aftertaste: licorice, tar, bitter chocolate, blackberry, prune and plum. The tannins are prominent, and play their part with each successive sip of the steadily building impact on the very long palate, but they are in balance with the fruit and oak of an extremely powerful Grange.
98 points
James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion 2021

Made from fruit coming predominantly from the Barossa Valley this year (97%) and containing 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2006 Grange has been added to my list of favorite recent vintages. Deep garnet-purple colored, it’s still a little youthfully mute, offering notes of warm cherries, black currants, anise, coffee and toast with underlying hints of soy, yeast extract, black olives and Indian spices. Tight-knit and solidly structured on the medium to full-bodied palate, the concentrated fruit is densely coiled around the firm grainy tannins and very crisp acidity at this stage, but promises something very special in the years to come. It finishes very long, complex and layered with the cedar poking through the fruit purity. Patience is required for this vintage; it should begin opening out around 2016 and drink to 2030+.
98+ points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate 2011

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2018 Chateau Valandraud

Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, FRANCE
$450. 00
Bottle
$5400.00 Dozen

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
Deep purple-black in color, the 2018 Valandraud develops slowly from a base of warm black cherries, blackberry compote and preserved plums with a perfume of sandalwood, Indian spices, lavender, wilted roses, mocha and fruitcake plus wafts of woodsmoke and camphor. Full-bodied, the palate is rich, ripe and flamboyant with tons of opulent black and blue fruit layers, wonderfully curtailed by a firm frame of velvety tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and very seductive.
95-97+ points
Lisa Perrotti-Brown - Wine Advocate

This is richly fruited, with waves of fleshy raspberry, boysenberry and red currant cruising through, inlaid with singed vanilla and apple wood notes along the way. Shows density and cut through the finish, with a tug of tobacco at the end. This is dialed up to 11.
96-99 points
James Molesworth - Wine Spectator

This is a fantastic young Bordeaux with superb depth of fruit and complex tannin structure. Hints of smoke, spice and toasted oak. Full body and firm, dusty tannins. Very long finish.
97-98 points
James Suckling

The 2018 Valandraud is magnificent. Unctuous and super-concentrated on the palate, the 2018 possesses off the charts richness. Crème de cassis, bittersweet chocolate, hard candy, lavender, menthol, licorice, mint and dark spice all meld together. The 2018 is quite shut down at this stage, which is probably a good thing for its long term prospects. The blend is 90% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Malbec. This is the first time since the early 1990s that Malbec has appeared in the blend. Yields came in at 48 hectoliters per hectare, a touch above the 45 or so that is more customary here.
94-97 points
Antonio Galloni - Vinous

Another great vintage for Jean-Luc Thunevin’s flagship wine, the 2018 Château Valandraud sports a glass-staining purple color as well as a mammoth-sized personality in its blue and black fruits, liquid violets, and graphite aromas and flavors. Possessing incredible depth and richness, full body, sweet tannins, and a finish that won’t quit, it’s one of the most hedonistic wines in the vintage, yet also possesses purity, balance, and elegance. It’s a thrilling, blockbuster to drink over the coming two decades or more.
96-98 points
Jeb Dunnuck

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Jade Esprit Edouard Absinthe (700ml)

Saumur, Loire Valley, FRANCE
$199. 99
Bottle
$2399.88 Dozen

ABV: 72%

This is the first absinthe that Jade painstakingly reverse engineered from sealed antique bottles of the original spirit. Its story is rooted in the late 19th century, at the time when one of the world's most prestigious absinthe distilleries was at the zenith of its existence. This distillery crafted products that were the subject of widespread acclaim and international export. At the time of the ban, this distillery had earned the distinction as one of the largest absinthe producers and was considered by many absinthe connoisseurs to be one of the finest marques. Almost a century later, perfectly preserved bottles of this pre-ban absinthe have yielded the secrets of its producer. Not since the original French and Swiss bans has the world seen a French absinthe that boasts the quality of this original - a fabulously faithful reproduction.
Esprit Edouard pours an eye-catching bright lime green. The bouquet opens shy, but engages with an amalgam of citrus peel, cut grass and chamomile tea-like scents. Second pass adds fennel, crushed curry leaf, sweet oregano and cool mint to the intriguing complexity. A concentrated, dry, piney, anise burst follows through to a vibrant, sappy, mildly bittersweet mid palate...a surge of sweet anise, then delicately bitter to finish with hints of turmeric and liquorice root through the aftertaste. Wow! The balance is quite astonishing given the lip-numbing ABV. The extreme end of absinthe in every sense. 72% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... The first absinthe created by American absinthe expert, Ted Breaux and Combier to replicate an original sample of 19th century. Prior to the ban in the early 1900s, Esprit Edouard was one of the leading brands of absinthe. Appearance: Clear, deep greeny gold. With water louches cloudy milky yellow green. Oils cling to surface resisting integration with water during louche. Aroma: Citrussy, anise, fennel and génépi with note of carbolic soap, faint barkyness with uncooked cut cabbage and coriander leaf. Taste: Wormwood, fennel and anise - clean and direct with well integrated flavours of cumin and coriander seed. Aftertaste: Fades with anise. Long cleaning finish. Clean direct flavours make perfect for cocktail use. 5 Stars. Outstanding. - diffordsguide.com
95 Points - The Tasting Panel
5-STARS / Highest Recommendation - Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal

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Overeem Distillery Sherry Cask Matured Single Malt Whisky (700ml) - Cask Strength 60%

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$270. 00
Bottle
$3240.00 Dozen

ABV: 60%

Not surprisingly, Overeem's cask strength sherry edition shows more intensity than its 43% sibling, though not by a huge margin. It maintains a similar finesse and poise, and despite the significant step up in alcohol, there's barely a trace of burn in the deliciously rich delivery - only a mild bittersweetness betrays the ABV. That feature bestows a high-cocoa dark chocolate character to the malt, infused with hazelnuts, tea biscuits, sponge cake and threads of honey through the creamy-yet-spicy-finish. Buxom yet balanced, it feels almost effortless at 60%.
[Cask 001 tasted 2012] Deep gold / burnished brass colour. The nose offers a degree of opulence in a fat, oily and ripe dimension but without being overly sweet. Beneath the rich fruit cake and sweet spices some confectionary notes emerge as bubblegum / dark chocolate. Is there a trace of peat in this bottling? The palate is intense, semi-sweet at first with cocoa, sweet spices and hints of dried fruit; by mid-palate the profile thins out as the high ABV kicks in. Finishes mildly bitter, spicy and warm but remarkably balanced. 92 points

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Branca Menta (1000ml)

ITALY
$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 28%

Essentially a minted version of Fernet Branca, being based on the same recipe as the original including an assortment of 40 ingredients such as aloe, gentian, chamomile, angelica, chincona, colombo root, chinese rhubarb, myrrh, peppermint, saffron and iris. Branca Menta adds to the equation more sugar and peppermint oil. Recommended with a splash of soda over ice. 28% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... While Fernet-Branca dates to 1845, Branca-Menta was released in the 1960s, the result of younger drinkers who were putting mint syrup in their Fernet. Take standard Fernet-Branca and add peppermint and menthol, and you’ve got Menta. However, the current recipe is much lower in alcohol. The mint is immediately evident on the nose, and it brings out a cocoa character in the aroma that ultimately smells a lot like mint chocolate. Sweetness is evident as you take a sip — this is no ultra-bitter fernet but rather a more modern styling — and the palate hits like a mint-flavored glass of espresso, heavily dosed with sugar. That heavy sweetness makes Menta feel less refreshing than it should be, though the peppermint element is at least quite fun. - drinkhacker.com
"Combines rooty herbal bitterness with invigorating and cleansing mint freshness." 5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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Old Pulteney 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

"yesss! Spot on Pulteney character with the malt bristling the taste buds..." 91 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible.
Suitably marketed as 'The Maritime Malt’, Pulteney’s sweet and fruity style comes with a lick of salt and sea air. It's one of a small number of coastal distilleries turning out a very distinctive style, further distinguished by its extreme northern location. Owned by a relatively small company without the promotional muscle of the major players, many whisky enthusiasts only 'discovered' Pulteney after Jim Murray named the now discontinued 21 year old World Whisky of the Year, (replaced by the superb 18YO). Choose any age statement and Pulteney promises a solid northerner, frequently matured in x Bourbon where you get the best feel for the distillate, but also suited to sherry when handled with care. Apart from the notable saline character, we often find hints of beeswax and light smoke that give it a Clynelish-like feel.
Established in 1826, for a long time the distillery was only accessible by sea. Barley was brought in by boat, the whisky shipped out and many of the distillery workers were also employed as fishermen. The herring fishing industry is no longer part of daily life in Wick, but the heritage of the region is referenced in the packaging of Old Pulteney, the labels incorporating the depiction of a traditional Wick herring drifter.
The twelve year old presents a pale gold colour in the glass and a minor sulphur note is evident beneath the light, salty, peppery malt that leaves one with an overall impression similar to fino or manzanilla sherry; it sweetens slightly with aeration releasing hints of fruit. The medium dry, biscuity palate has a pleasantly spicy burst - over all, dry and saline. The finish is crisp and fresh with delicate bready notes followed by a late coastal tang. In the spectrum of single malts, this belongs at the aperitif end, and is all the more refreshing for its individuality. 40% Alc./Vol. [2007 batch tasted].
Other reviews... Remarkably consistent.... The salt continues to ensure lustre, though this bottling has a little extra - and welcome - barley gristiness. 91 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...The only survivor from Old Pulteney’s core range shake-up of 2018, this has been matured in first and second-fill bourbon casks. The nose is delicate, with almonds, honey, and floral notes. Malt and toffee on the palate, with spicy oak and a hint of brine. The medium-length finish is nutty, with wood spices. 87 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Winter 2018)

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Dos Maderas Luxus Rum (700ml)

SPAIN
$280. 00
Bottle
$3360.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Reportedly produced from rums sourced from both Barbados and Guyana, like its younger brother, Dos Maderas PX, this expression is also double aged: Ten years in the Caribbean followed by another 5 years at Williams & Humbert's facilities in Spain where it's finished in barrels that previously held wine at Don Guido.
Tasting note: Burnished copper. High pitched marzipan in the opening pass. 3-4 minutes exposure adds cocoa butter, raisin toast, hazelnut and hints of chico lollies. A medium bodied, semi-sweet profile suggesting milk chocolate, caramel fudge, vanilla and raisin cake. Excellent sweet-dry balance. Finishes with late rancio and marzipan in the aftertaste. An elegant sipper in the tradition of lighter-bodied Venezuelan rums. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Rittenhouse Very Rare 21 Year Old 100 Proof Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES
$3999. 00
Bottle
$47988.00 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.
Produced at the scenic Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, home of numerous other whiskies - mostly bourbons - the 21 Year Old comes packaged in a tall tapered, gold-printed bottle. It goes without saying that this is now extremely unusual to find. The 21-year-old release was a run of 32 barrels. This bottle is from barrel No.9. 50% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Sharp rye, salivating. 91 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2017

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Willie Smith Classic Apple Brandy (700ml)

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 42%

Head south from Hobart into the Huon Valley, and you'll find where ex-convict, Charles Oates and his family planted the region's first apple trees. Now home to Willie Smith's distillery, Willie came to the Huon Valley in the 1800s as another pioneer descended from convicts. Passionate about farming, he saw the great soil, the bountiful supply of fresh water and the clean air that the Huon Valley offered and he knew this was the place for him. Willie’s wife, Elsie, also inspired the direction of William Smith & Son’s. She was the daughter of Charles Oates, the man who drove a new way of life in the Huon Valley in 1844. This label represents updated packaging from what was previously known as Charles Oates Apple Brandy. The contemporary venture has gone to considerable lengths, even importing the first alembic Charentais copper still into Australia - modelled on the French originals. Their spirits are a nod to the tradition of Calvados in North-West France, but with an Aussie twist: They're aged in 120 litre Australian Muscat, Port and Sherry barrels. Tasted from a 20ml sample, the brandy pours brass gold. Swirling releases subtle scents of apple tart, quince paste and dustings of cinnamon. Orchard fruits vie with spicy oak but the fruity finish wins out in a delicious surge of apple pie, cinnamon stick and vanilla bean. Strikes some resemblance to fruity or sherried Speyside single malt. Try it as a digestif or with mature cheeses. 42% Alc./Vol.

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Paul Giraud Elegance Cognac (700ml)

Cognac, FRANCE
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Cognac is a huge earner for France, with exports frequently representing over 90% of total cognac production. Well over 100 million bottles are sent to key markets such as Asia and the U.S. each year. At the same time, more than half of the cognac market continues to be controlled by three major houses: Hennessy, Martell and Remy Martin. In marginal markets like Australia, this has meant the availability of artisan products has been over shadowed by the promotional power of the 'big three'. Unfortunately, big name brand V.S. and V.S.O.P. bottlings, while generally offering pleasant enough drinking, of late have delivered nothing to get particularly enthused by.

The Giraud family have been growing grapes around France since 1650, yet only decided to produce Cognac under their own name in the 1980s. A long time associate of Giraud informed us 'Giraud became frustrated selling his thirty-five year old cognacs to Remy-Martin. His cognac was destined to become a part of the blend, Louis XV [currently selling for around A$2000.] This was a very brave move during such times - he was one of the first to do so, but we are thankful he did, he paved the way for many more to come.'
Produced from Ugni Blanc, Folle Blance and Colombard grapes grown on the Giraud family's vineyards located in the heart of Grande Champagne, Giraud's Elegance Cognac is quite unlike any of the equivalent age offerings from Remy, Martell, Courvoisier and Hennessy. Unlike the commercial houses, Giraud produces exclusively from grapes grown in the Grande Champagne appellation - the finest in Cognac, thus maintaining a regional focus and a degree of elegance, and a bright, fresh character that we have not seen before at this price point.

Tasting notes: Pale golden colour with very pale, almost water like hue. Lifted nose of dried flowers, dates, peach, apricot, almond and spice. Lively palate entry, delivering flavours of dried apricot, almond and spice, with subtle hints of honey. Excellent balance. The flavour profile fans out gently over the back palate, finishing spicy with a slight prickle. Warming aftertaste of almond, apricot and spice. Distinguished at this price point. 40% Alc./Vol.

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The Bitter Truth Creole Bitters (200ml)

GERMANY
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

ABV: 39%

Closure: Cork

Founded in 2006 by German bartenders Stephan Berg and Alexander Hauck, The Bitter Truth Company were one of the first to revive a wide range of classic cocktail bitters on the retail market for modern day mixers. Today they produce a range in excess of ten flavourings, along with the occasional special batch release - their 'Dried Fruit Bitters' special release was commissioned to partake in the "World's most expensive cocktail" served in Dubai.

Today the company enjoy worldwide distribution for what was once a hobby craft, and are considered among the best for true flavourings as evidenced by the accolades attributed to them.

The Bitter Truth Creole Bitters is reminiscent of a style of bitters dating back to an era before cocktails even existed. Back then, bitters were made by doctors and apothecaries, primarily for the use in liquid tonics and then eventually as an ingredient in alcoholic beverages. This bitters reflects the Creole way of life with all its beautiful complexity and spiciness. The beautiful metallic red label houses a fiery anise tinged cherry red coloured liquid. Try it in your favorite Manhattan. 39% Alc./Vol.

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Tequila Ocho 100% Agave Plata Tequila (750ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Produced by Carlos Camarena, a third generation Tequilero (the man behind legendary brands lik El Tesoro and Tapatio) in conjunction with Tomas Estes,who is credited with bringing the ﬁrst bottle of Tequila to Europe. Taking a 'terroir' approach, these are reportedly the first tequilas to be 'vintage' dated, noting the year of harvest and location of the Agave plants that the spirit was derived from. The idea is to express the personality of the soil and climate. Each vintage is a limited run. Ocho means “eight” and everything about the brand references the number. Ocho came from the eighth sample created by Carlos for Tomas. The agaves ripen for eight years and it takes eight kg of agave to make a litre of Ocho tequila. Production of Ocho blanco takes eight days. Carlos even has eight brothers and sisters and the family is in their eighth decade of producing tequila! The list goes on...
Note: These are single estate bottlings. Label details may vary from batch to batch. [Puerta Del Aire Estate tasted] Clear. Superb aromatics include salted lime, dill pickle, green peppercorns, mustard seed with air contact adding grilled pineapple, pencil shavings, rosemary and sappy / fruity agave like notes. Fabulous complexity. Medium bodied with a mildly oily entry and a vibrant, salty / beeswax / white pepper and dried herb finish. Ends fresh, juicy-yet-dry, with agave, brine and white pepper in the aftertaste. Leaps out of the glass. Outstanding. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Pernod Pastis 51 (700ml)

Marseille, FRANCE
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 45%

France’s no.3 spirit, Pastis 51 was created in 1951 when the ban on anise-based aperitifs was lifted. It became Pernod Ricard’s leading brand in 1968. Since its inception, 51 has stood out for its refreshingly modern take on anise-based drinks. Its distinctive aroma and flavour is produced from a mix of Chinese star anise, aromatic Provencal plants, fennel, oriental liquorice and African cola nut. Try one part Pastis 51 to five parts water with a few ice cubes. Or try it as '51 Piscine': one part Pastis 51 to seven parts water and load up the ice. 45% Alc./Vol.

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Bundaberg Overproof Rum (700ml)

Queensland, AUSTRALIA
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 57.7%

The polar bear may seem a curious emblem to originate in Bundaberg, the heart of sunny Queenslands sugar cane country. The designer of the distinctive square Bundaberg bottle believed it was the perfect symbol for a drink that would “ward off the wickedest cold.”

The process followed in the production of Bundy O.P. (and indeed, most rum) is an intersesting one. At the factory in Bundaberg, the sugar cane (a tall, stout, perennial grass, Saccharum officinarum) is cut up and crushed between rollers, and the juice therefrom runs off into tanks. The water in the juice is evaporated and the remainder becomes a syrup which is boiled in a vacuum container. From this operation comes sugar and an uncrystallizable mass of a deep brown colour and treacly appearance, which is molasses. This is fermented and when distilled, rum is the result.At 57.7% alc/vol. Bundy O.P. is indeed perhaps best reserved for medicinal purposes. It delivers a deep, powerful spirit hit that warms the heart and rectifies the throat. Our recommendation: Turn the heater up, wrap yourself in blankets, pour an O.P. and sweat it out!

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After Shock Deep Cool (Blue) Liqueur (700ml)

SCOTLAND
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 30%

After Shock is a new concept in high strength schnapps style liqueurs from Jim Beam Brands. First marketed in 1999, the drink's popularity spawned several drinking games, the most common being "The Aftershock Challenge", in which participants have to hold a shot of red Aftershock (a spicy version) in their mouths without swallowing for as long as possible. Another challenge is to hold a hand over the top of the shotglass (as to keep the fumes sealed) and then inhale them up the nose; the intended effect is a powerful head rush.
The full bodied cool mint flavour of After Shock Deep Cool has proven incredibly popular since its launch. Its striking colour catches the eye, while its flavour and power are as potent as the original Hot Cinnamon version, with strong mint/citrus flavours dominating. Take it in one, then take a deep breath. Best consumed ice cold and neat from a shot glass. 30% alc./vol.

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Brockmans Gin (700ml)

UNITED KINGDOM
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

"...something truly stunning, albeit not for everyone." - ginobsessions.com
Read random reviews from around the web and you'll quickly work out that Brockman's is one of those disruptive, divisive contemporary gins, far from traditional London Dry. Positive comments are in the majority, but there's another group who don't quite get it. Beyond the obvious allure of the sleek black, textured bottle, the gin inside is produced using a high-quality grain spirit and infused with ten botanicals (Juniper, Coriander, Blackberries, Blueberries, Orris Root, Cassia Bark, Liquorice, Orange & Lemon, Angelica root and Almonds). Arguably, the berries make the strongest contribution. As one taster explains, "The mids are where the notes that make Brockman’s stand out come to life. Raspberry lemon cake, a distinct sweetness, bright and robust. It begins to take on a more dry tone with blackberry and coriander, ripe berry. And then where it all ends up, its remarkably dry...The Gin and Tonic was exquisite, with notes that reminded me strongly of a blackberry bramble." It's also said to be a heavenly match with Ginger Beer!
Other reviews... something truly stunning, albeit not for everyone. I personally love Brockmans Gin, but I am generally (not always) drawn to gins which are less London Dry and have more sweet, floral tones. On the nose there are strong berry tones with a hint of lemon. To taste, there is initial heat followed by warming berries and finishing with a delicious flavour which reminds me of lemon meringue pie…mmmmm. I find this gin incredibly drinkable neat, which is unsurprising as according to the website, “The aim was to create a gin so smooth and sensual, you would want to drink it neat over ice.” It also makes a mean gin and tonic, thirst quenchingly refreshing and dangerously moreish! - ginobsessions.com
...If you’ve already made up your mind about contemporary style gins, this is one I suggest at least trying. The dry finish sets it apart and it may win you back over. For those who already enjoy the contemporary style, this is one that I think stands head and shoulders above the vast majority. It’s bright, fresh, and fruity, without being too over-the-top. I’d recommend this wholeheartedly to anyone who’s looking for an upgrade from their Hendrick’s, or looking for a Nolet’s that’s more cocktail friendly. There’s a lot to like here, and all but the most hardcore juniper-only gin drinkers will find something worthy of their time here. I highly recommend Brockman’s Gin. 4.7 / 5 points - theginisin.com
"Very interesting flavors with very soft finish. Taste of very mellow floral accents. Could drink over ice for sure. Could see this mixed with Fresca soda on a sweltering day and oh my." - distiller.com
Our notes from 2020... Atypical gin aromas of ribena cordial and raspberry jube with little to zero juniper. Berry flavoured until the finish where light coriander seed and pine enter, balancing the sweetness. Like a flavoured vodka. Try it with ginger ale. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac (700ml)

Cognac, FRANCE
$5999. 00
Bottle
$71988.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Please note: Due to the cost and status of this product it is company policy that payment be made using either PayPal or via Bank Transfer. Payment by credit card will attract additional security procedures and delay dispatch.
This is the famous Cognac house's top-of-the-line offering, a truly stunning Cognac blended from around 1,200 different eaux-de-vie from the Grande Champagne appellation. The youngest material is at least 40 years old, while some of the spirit was distilled more than 100 years ago.

“Louis XIII is not a Cognac,” they say at Rémy. “Put simply, it’s a moment.” It is the result of three generations of Cellar Masters, resulting from the combined labour of 10,000 people.

Reputedly, this has been a favourite of Elton John, Christian Dior and Winston Churchill. The latter celebrated his election with it in 1951.

The packaging of Louis XIII shares almost as much history as the Cognac itself. The idea for the glass came from an old bottle found by Emile Rémy Martin on a Jarnac battlefield. Since then, the carafe has evolved into its distinguished shape, manufactured by Baccarat since 1936. A solid gold collar encases the neck, which is adorned by a signature fleur-de-lys crystal stopper.

Other reviews... Amber color. Harmonious, hallmark bouquet of blue cheese-like rancio, truffles, roasted chestnuts and prunes; the aroma stays firm and concentrated through 10 minutes of nosing. Accessible, satiny smooth at palate entry, then at midpalate the flavor profile turns semisweet, profound and pruny. Finishes gracefully, almost like a ghost on the tongue. Lovely. 90-95 points
- wineenthusiast.com (Tasted 2002)

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Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut (425g)

$11. 99
Bottle
$143.88 Dozen

The original and reigning champ of Cream of Coconut is Coco Lopez, a delicious cream made from the tender meat of sun ripened Caribbean coconuts and blended with the exact portion of natural cane sugar. Ideal for tropical drinks and desserts: Cream of Coconut, pineapple juice and Puerto Rican Rum is probably the most refreshing tropical cocktail you'll ever have!

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G.E. Massenez Liqueur de Mangue (Mango) Liqueur (500ml)

Alsace, FRANCE
$52. 99
Bottle
$635.88 Dozen

ABV: 25%

Tasting note: Viscous and luxuriously textured without being overly sweet, this gorgeous liqueur hits all the right notes with authentic and intense ripe mango aromatics and flavours of peach nectar, juicy mango and dried coconut at the finish. Use it in cocktails or on a fruit salad or sorbet. 25% alc/vol.

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Calle 23 Reposado 100% Agave Tequila (700ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Closure: Cork

Calle 23 is the brainchild of French Bio-chemist Sophie Decobecq. Her expertise in her studied field has lead her to experiment with various yeast strains, in turn creating a range of distinguishable tequilas. Agave is grown and produced in Zapotlanejo, the highlands of Jalisco where they are slowly cooked in stainless steel autoclaves for a period 7 hours. The cooked agave is then distilled in stainless steel pot stills to approximately 54%. Reposado and Anejo styles are aged for 8 and 16 months respectively in Jack Daniels and Heaven Hill ex-bourbon casks until being bottled with distillery well water. The Reposado sports a very pale straw colour. Sweet, softly spicy aromatics include green peppercorns, sliced capsicum and sweet smoke combined with candle wax and oily, faintly sappy notes. A hint of eucalypt leaf? Entry is soft, medium bodied and with a slightly oily texture offering green capsicum, green tomato and chilli flavours with a salty, lip smacking tang. Long, dry, gently warming white pepper aftertaste. A soft, easy going Reposado. Try it with green tomato salsa seasoned with lime juice. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Golden silver color. Aromas of peppercorns and honey nut pastry. Soft and supple with a dry-yet-fruity medium body. Peppery spice, anise, jicama, and talc notes glide on the long, warming finish. International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal, 91 points (Exceptional)

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Maidenii Dry Vermouth (750ml)

Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$47. 99
Bottle
$575.88 Dozen

ABV: 19%

This is the latest offering from a collaboration between French wine maker Gilles Lapalus and Australian bartender Shaun Byrne. In the creation of these world class Vermouths, they have sourced leaves, flowers, fruits, herbs, seeds, spices and roots from the gardens of both the old world and the new. The vital components, wormwood and wine, are plucked fresh from Victoria. Other key ingredients include strawberry gum, river mint, sea parsley and wattle seed.
The 'Dry' completes a superb triptych of Vermouths and represents their finest effort to date.
Tasting note: Pale straw gold colour. Perfumed aromatics open with a fruity / herbaceous burst that includes bay leaf, clove, indian spices and more over a fresh and fruity base wine. The fruitiness comes to the fore after exposure leaning towards stewed apricot / fruit mince pie. Exceptional complexity. The palate is lean, light yet with good depth opening spicy with a dried citrus peel and apricot burst before turning deliciously nutty, spicy and refreshingly acidic towards the finish. Concludes bone dry and delicately bitter as the gentian asserts itself with hints of clove and a medley of flavours reverberating into the lengthy fade. Beautifully composed. A superb drink in its own right, it will take your Martinis to the next level. 19% Alc./Vol.

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Johnnie Walker Red Label Blended Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Kilmarnock, SCOTLAND
$54. 99
Bottle
$659.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

The world's number one selling blended Scotch and the preferred choice of whisky lovers every where. Johnnie Walker Red Label is a full-flavoured spirit that is a blend of Highland malt and Lowland grain whiskies. Red Label was originally created in 1909 for the new Scotch drinker who was inclined to mix whisky with ice, water, soda or in a variety of cocktails. By widening the range of whiskies used in his father's Old Highland Whisky, Alexander Walker developed Red Label as a smoother and lighter alternative - this was a break from the traditional deeply flavoured, full bodied Scotch whiskies of the past and was considered a more approachable drink. By 1920, Johnnie Walker Red Label had become the first truly global drinks brand, sold in over 120 countries. In 1933, the company was granted a Royal Warrant to supply Scotch to King George V, and the company has remained an official purveyor to the British Royal Household ever since. In 1996, Johnnie Walker Red Label won the Gold Medal at the International Wine and Spirits Competition, having previously picked up Silver Medals over three consecutive years. It has also consistently garnered Gold and Grand Gold Medals at the Monde Selection Awards.
Tasting note: Brilliant, bright gold appearance. Aromas offer a peaty top note hovering over sweet, fat, oily grains. The palate possesses good concentration with the peat laced sweet grains and gentle spices contributing to a fat, rich, oily mouth feel. Aftertaste of vanilla and sweet cereals with the peat re-emerging. Technically faultless and an achievement given how much of this stuff is churned out. But this bottling (and they do vary) is lacking freshness being quite sweet and clunky throughout. In fact, it's almost a little out of balance. Some fresh oak required in the mix? 40% Alc./Vol.

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Moskovskaya Vodka (700ml)

Riga, LATVIA
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 38%

Moskovskaya – literally "Muscovite Vodka" - is one of the leading international vodka brands with particular strength in the German, Spanish and Italian markets. It is a traditional Eastern European style made of 100% grain neutral spirits (wheat & rye) and water from artesian wells. The Moskovskaya brand is associated with Russia through its heritage, traditional recipe and vodka making techniques, formulated in Russia in 1894. However, the brand is not owned nor does it have any affiliations with the Russian government or Russian entities. Components are sourced from Poland, the Baltic countries and the packaging is made in the Ukraine.

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2001 Best's Great Western Thomson Family Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

The Thomson Family Shiraz is produced from Henry Best’s original 1867 Shiraz plantings, and is only produced in exceptional years with yields typically at less than two tonnes per acre.
Retasted 25/07/2013
The colour of this wine is holding up very well displaying a totally opaque black dark red core with a dark red black hue. Both perfumed and alluring the nose reveals scents of blackberry and liquorice followed by some subtle vanillin oak, confectionary and spice. Concentrated yet very refined the palate marries flavour intensity and elegance delivering a seamless experience of liquorice and blackberry over some vanillin confectionary followed by subtle leather and spice. Velvet smooth perfectly integrated tannins. Excellent persistence with long aftertaste of liquorice, blackberry, vanillin oak, confectionary and subtle leather.
Alc 13.5%
First Tasted 02/09/2004
Totally opaque black crimson purple colour, with purple hue. Superb nose – a wonderful sniff of violets, cedar and spice followed by liquorice allsorts and blood plum. The palate follows the nose with superb length and structure. Refined flavours of blackberry, spice and liquorice allsorts followed by a very spicy white and black pepper back palate. Fine grained tannins, perfect balance, followed by an aftertaste that lasts for several minutes.
Alc 13.5%
97 Points

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Bass & Flinders Distillery Monsoon Gin (700ml)

Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

An exotic blend of 8 botanicals including lemongrass and coriander.
Tasting note: Crystal clear. Frail opening aroma gains intensity after a short breathe to yield an attractive lemongrass and coriander accented bouquet with a delicately peppery edge. An exotic amalgam of lemon grass, lozenge and a late ginger flourish makes for a delightful twist on the palate. Outstanding length. Finishes more ginger beer like. A terrific ingredient for Asian inspired cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Macchu Pisco (700ml)

PERU
$94. 99
Bottle
$1139.88 Dozen

Made from 'non-aromatic' Quebranta grapes using a copper pot still. Recommended as the perfect base for a Pisco Sour.
Tasting note: Clear. Musty aromas include notes of raisin bread and candlewax. Light and soft in the mouth with a medium dry, juicy grapey, waxy profile and a delicate pepper, raisin bread fade. Endlessly mixable.

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Bowmore 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$270. 00
Bottle
$3240.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

This is the standard retail issue of Bowmore 18 Year Old, not to be confused with the Duty Free version that's very similarly presented, subtitled "Deep & Complex".
Other reviews... This replaces the 17 year old in the standard Bowmore portfolio. (The 17 year old will now be Duty Free Only.) The difference is significant. This one is more sherried than the 17 year old, and it wears the sherry well. I know that many of you, like myself, adore the 17 year old. Indeed, I feel that the 17 year old displays the true essence of Bowmore. But this 18 year old integrates the sherry notes with the Bowmore signature to create a richly flavored Islay whisky experience. Thick toffee, ripe fruit, and tar-tinged smoke are accentuated by dark chocolate, cocoa powder, burnt raisin, dates, and sea salt. Long, entertaining finish. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com
International Wine & Spirit Competition Gold award 2018
...Still the older livery. An arch-classic Bowmore. Some periods have been difficult (terrible in the early 2010s), but I noticed very recent batches were recovering fast. There’s also a newish ‘deep and complex’ version around, but that should not suggest the regular 18 is neither deep not complex. Well, I suppose, let’s see… Colour: deep gold. Nose: no f**** lavender that I can detect, those years were over when this was distilled. Phew! Smoked oranges, blond tobacco, dried kelp, blood oranges, a little olive brine, and just a little caramel ‘from the pan’. Mouth: do I notice some nods to Lagavulin 16? Same kind of orange-y, leathery, tobacco-ish, salty arrival, then many oranges. This is much peatier than that White Sands, much fuller, and much more assertive, as they say. Finish: rather long, full, on some kind of salty oranges. Comments: full form again, I do confirm. Well, only a personal opinion, as always. And adios lavender, and adios violets.
87 points - whiskyfun.com

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23rd Street Distillery Signature Gin (700ml)

Renmark, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Twenty Third Street Distillery is the new incarnation of a century-old landmark at Renmark, in South Australia’s Riverland. Originally built by Chateau Tanunda in 1914 to take advantage of burgeoning local grape harvests, the distillery had a roller-coaster history, surviving a series of takeovers and mergers until it ceased production in 2002.
When a pair of disused, South Australian-built copper pot stills were found at Berri Estate, a small team became determined to bring them back to life. The 7,500 litre capacity stills had their own story to tell, being x Hardy’s - at one stage responsible for producing the iconic Black Bottle brandy. Years of hard work running restorations and relocations has found these antiques once again fully operational at the original 23rd St premises producing brandy, whisky and gin.
Tasting note: Made using ten botanicals including locally grown mandarines. Dazzling clarity with a brilliant silvery blush. Nosing finds medium-fresh aromas of juniper, lemon gelato, peppercorns and dried herbs. A light bodied, soft-textured gin with brisk flavours of piney-juniper, citrus peel, white pepper, liquorice root and suggestions of lime juice in the aftertaste. Clean but short. Relaxed easy drinking. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Liqueur (700ml)

ITALY
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 32%

A benchmark elixir from Luxardo, a family owned company founded in 1821. This liqueur is produced by distilling Marasca cherries before maturation in unconventional Finnish ash casks. It pours a viscous water-like colour with tenacious cling to the glass and boasts a spice rack bouquet with penetrating, lifted aromas of cherry juice over secondary notes of fennel, spearmint, anise, sour dough bread and faint glace cherry. The thick, glycerous palate offers decadently rich flavours of sweet ripe cherry above marzipan and a layer of sweet spice. Silky throughout with super texture and a long aftertaste of cherry confectionary and marzipan. It's a world class liqueur. 32.0% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews.... The bouquet is lovely, balanced, properly astringent, ripe and juicy with scents of cherry stone and cherry juice. The palate entry is decadently sweet and textured with vibrant tastes of cherry compote and cherry preserves at midpalate. The finish is svelte, moderately syrupy and downright delicious. An outstanding liqueur: use it in an Aviation Cocktail. - 90-95: Superb/Highly Recommended - wineenthusiast.com
"Clear and bright, this cherry-flavored liqueur has an aroma more reminiscent of an eau de vie than a liqueur. On the palate, however, its texture is creamy and viscous. Its flavor is sugary up front, with an underlying heat, and a vibrant cherry flavor that shines through. While it might prove a bit too thick and sweet to drink on its own, it's obvious why this liqueur plays an essential supporting role in classic cocktails like the Last Word and Aviation." 92 points - distiller.com

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Ricard 45 Pastis de Marseilles Aperitif Anis (700ml)

Marseille, FRANCE
$61. 99
Bottle
$743.88 Dozen

ABV: 45%

Created in 1932 by the twenty three year old entrepreneur, Paul Ricard, founder of what is today one of the biggest drink empires in the world – Pernod-Ricard. The Ricard company’s commitment to providing both trade partners and consumers with a consistently high-quality spirit starts with the selection of ingredients. Every year, a team of experts from Ricard travels to southern China where badian or star anis grows. They choose the best fruit during the harvest, carefully following the production process up to the first distillation. That takes place on site, the better to capture the badian’s rich flavour, which is turned into oil of aniseed. Liquorice is the other natural ingredient that brings out the anise flavour. Their search for the best plants often leads Ricard’s flavour specialists to the banks of the Euphrates. It’s vital to choose the plants with the most intense aromas. Only the roots are kept, which are dried in the sun and then cut up into sticks. The oil of aniseed and liquorice sticks are sent to Ricard’s flavour preparation centre in Bessan, a small village near Béziers in south west France. There, the oil of aniseed is purified and the liquorice undergoes a three-stage hot maceration process. The essential oils and blend of natural extracts of liquorice and aromatic Provençal plants are then delivered to the various production centres. The different ingredients are carefully combined using a closely-guarded technique that ensures the consistency of Ricard’s taste and aroma.To fully appreciate the unique blend of anise, liquorice and the herbs of Provence, mix one part Ricard with five parts water and ice.

Other reviews...The first aromatic blast is seductively anise-like, then it mellows, turning softer, more herbal, and plumper. At palate entry the intensely bitter taste of anise both enlivens and cleanses the palate; at midpalate the pleasant sting of alcohol and the zest of rooty/woodsy botanicals make for memorable imbibing. Finishes elegant and smooth. 90-95 points 45% alc./vol. - wineenthusiast.com

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Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve Champagne (375ml)

Champagne, FRANCE
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

This blend of 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Meunier is sourced from up to 60 different Crus in order to maximise complexity and is made up of 50% reserve wines, many of them more than 10 years old to provide additional richness. Pours well with a creamy white mousse and pale gold base wine colour. Very fine delicate bead showing excellent persistence. Refined aromas of yeast lees and brioche are overlaid by some toastiness with following notes of baked bread and cashew. Showing both richness and finesse the palate has seamlessly integrated flavours of baked bread, yeast lees and toastiness over some almond and brioche. Clean dry finish with a moderately creamy mouthfeel. Long aftertaste of baked bread, yeast lees, cashew and toasty brioche.
Drink this outstanding Champagne over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12%
Other Reviews....
Charles Heidsieck might be nicknamed Poor Man’s Krug given the astonishing number of vintages in the reserve wines, their age (10 years in tank), and the seven years the wine spends on lees once blended and bottled. It is an exceptional wine in the mouth, supple, layered, complex and long.
96 points
James Halliday - Australian Wine Companion
Very impressive for a "regular" non-vintage Brut, not only in terms of aromatic complexity - candied citrus, dried peach and fresh mirabelle plus a hint of bread dough - also in terms of texture, the creamy, rich and crisp sides of the wine neatly interlocking. Long, structured finish. A cuvee that's half 2018 and half reserve wines, some of which are a couple of years old, but many of them are five- to 10-years-old, with several over 10-years-old. Drink or hold.
94 points
Stuart Pigott - JamesSuckling.com

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Chandon Cuvee Riche

Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$41. 99
Bottle
$503.88 Dozen

Closure: Cork

Tasting notes sourced from Domaine Chandon

This unique style is modelled on the French Champagne style 'doux'. The Cuvee Riche is unmistakably sweeter, richer and more luscious yet finishes refreshingly crisp.A blend of 58% Pinot Noir and 42% Chardonnay. The colour is bronze gold with a hint of yellow. The nose displays a complex mix of guava, vanilla, dried apricots, cashew nuts and brioche. The palate has lovely rich, complex fruit characters with lusciousness throughout the whole length of the palate leading to a fresh, clean finish.Cuvee Riche is a surprisingly adaptable wine, it can be enjoyed as a richer aperitif style and it is ideal with food such as foie gris, pate and smoked salmon. As a dessert wine, it best matches desserts of low sweetness such as tarte tatin, quince tart or summer pudding.

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Cadenheads BMC Epris Distillery Cask Strength 14 Year Old Brazilian Rum (700ml)

BRAZIL
$160. 00
Bottle
$1920.00 Dozen

ABV: 45.3%

The firm of William Cadenhead Ltd, Wine and Spirit Merchants, was founded in 1842 and is Scotland's oldest independent bottler. The company was in the ownership of the same family until taken over by J & A Mitchell & Co.Ltd in 1972, the proprietors of Springbank distillery. Today, Cadenhead is probably the only Company in the world that holds extensive stocks of old matured-in-oak Rum (though they're also legendary for bottling excellent single cask, cask-strength, non-chill-filtered whiskies). The company places particular emphasis on the individuality of each bottling and bottle only a single cask of Rum at one time.
A rare first for our spirits collection is this Brazilian rum hailing from the Epris distillery, a large scale and modern operation near São Paolo, where they also distill for Bacardi.
Column distilled, in Cadenhead's words expect "Very sweet, aniseed balls, shortcrust pastry and cloves, along with butterscotch and sweet chocolate. Palate: Treacle notes, molasses and then sweet fruity flavours such as mandarins and peaches. Finish: Dark chocolate, lots of liquorice intertwined with cranberries." Natural strength at a surprisingly modest 45.3% Alc./Vol.

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2014 Cullen Diana Madeline Cabernets Museum Release

Margaret River, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA
$225. 00
Bottle
$2700.00 Dozen

Cellar: 10 - 12 Years (2026-2028)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Stelvin

A compelling Diana Madeline that’s seamless mesh of refinement, richness, power and structure is something to behold.
A Blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc that has been aged for an average of 18 months in French barriques of which 69% were new. Superb colour pouring a totally opaque black red with a bright dark crimson red black tinged hue. Exquisitely scented aromas of violets, blackcurrants and mulberries are infused with cedary tobacco characters with hints of black olive, spicy cigar box and faint bay leaf also present. Powerful, yet graceful and focused the palate is blessed with a rich core of fruit that includes blackcurrant, red currant and mulberry flavours that are married to complexing secondary nuances of cedary tobacco characters, black olives, cigar box and spice. The vibrant richness of fruit makes this one of the most approachable Diana Madeline’s for quite some time yet lurking underneath is a compact frame of sturdily built refined tannins. Outstanding length with a very long blackcurrant, mulberry, cedary tobacco, cigar box and spice aftertaste.
Cellar 10-12 years.
Alc 13.5%
Other Reviews….
Ripe red cherry, blackcurrant and redcurrant, baking spices, violet and mint perfume, perfect mocha oak in support. Medium bodied, fresh and vibrant, bursting with small berried fruit, a fine spread of pitch perfect graphite tannin, clean acid line, beautiful mouth-perfume, and a savoury tobacco laced finish of soaring length. Pulsating with life and Cabernet purity. A worthy sibling to the monumental 2012 vintage. Drink: 2024–2050
97 Points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front
89% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 3% merlot and 2% each of malbec and cabernet franc blended after fermentation, hand-picked and sorted, destemmed (66% whole berries), wild-fermented in stainless steel, average 23 days on skins, matured in French oak (69% new) for 18 months. Right in the slot of the style established (with some polishing and refining) over the years. The complexity of the texture and structure is second to none, led by the born to rule cabernet, the other varieties obviously of minor importance, but important nonetheless. The might of the tannins is the key to this great wine. Drink 2021-2044.
98 Points
James Halliday - Halliday Wine Companion

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Cointreau Triple Sec Liqueur (700ml)

Angers, FRANCE
$68. 99
Bottle
$827.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Towards the middle of the 1800's, Edouard Cointreau's son, Edouard fils, discovered a species of wild orange native to the Caribbean. Knowing the fruit could not survive the long ocean voyage back to France, Edouard had a quantity of the oranges peeled and the peel dried and sent on to France. On its arrival, the unusual scent of the peel stirred the imagination of Edouard's father (oranges were not available in Europe at the time) and he began experimenting. He steeped the peel in brandies and through distillation combined the infusion with various local herbs and spices. The final result was an outstanding balance of aromas and flavours with a pleasant tart character.
Now world famous, Cointreau orange liqueur is fantastically versatile. Not only is it amongst the most favoured liqueurs of the world, it is also a vital element in many important cocktails. Oranges used in Cointreau's production are now sourced from several centres: In the Caribbean, the bitter Bigarade (citrus aurentium) is harvested when the orange is still unripe - when it has the greatest aroma. Every process is rigorously controlled - from the separation of the peel from the pulp by hand, to drying in the sun until they turn bronze-green, followed by careful sorting. Peels are similarly processed from sweet Comuna, Cadanera and Salustiana oranges from Spain, and the Pera with its rich essential oils from Brazil. Some of these sweet peels are also used fresh.The peels are shipped to the Cointreau distillery in Angers and inspected again. The fresh, sweet peels are macerated in alcohol for several weeks to bring out the essential aromas.
Distillation takes place in steam heated copper stills which are filled with orange peels, alcohol and water. By precisely fixing the speed of the distillation, the heating temperature and the leveling out of the alcohol, Cointreau's distillers are able to isolate the richest aromas from the 'heart' of the distillation, seperating them from the less valuable 'heads' and 'ends'. A new distillation of the heads and ends follows in order to extract every rich component. These essences are concentrated to retain only the most aromatic elements.
Cointreau's alcoholic content, (40% alcohol by volume), its density, its absolute clarity at room temperature, as well as the temperature at which the liquid becomes opaque are monitored. When cooled, or when poured over ice, Cointreau turns opalescent. This transformation confirms that the correct quantity of essential oils has been achieved. The oils have a solubility directly linked to the alcoholic strength and temperature. On cooling, the oils become insoluble and make the liquid opalescent. Achieving this is a production secret of Cointreau.
Tasting note: Clear, bright silvery appearance is slightly glycerous. Aroma is super pure and perfumed with high pitch orange zest, pith and peel bursting with freshness. The palate is silky, creamy, nicely spiced and a little sweeter than the nose suggests with candied orange dovetailing into fresher, drier pith and peel notes. Gentle spices persisting. Excellent length. Long aftertaste of orange zest with a candied orange fade. Classic and certainly unsurpassed for aromatics in the genre. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A sophisticated orange pulp bouquet which after aeration turns much more dry peel-like. The palate entry is intensely orange peel-like yet more sweet than bittersweet; the midpalate stage is deeply orangey, sweet and sublimely juicy. Finishes ideally citrusy/tart/astringent, then turns lithe and sweet. The benchmark for all orange flavored liqueurs/triple secs. State of the art. Rating: 96-100 - www.wineenthusiast.comsize>
Classic Cocktail: The Margarita
The Margarita has suffered terribly in modern times. In an effort to make it hip, quick, trendy, and cheap it has been bastardized far worse then any cocktail before it. Whether it is the use of inferior (or just plain wrong) ingredients, or commercially made mixes, the common Margarita these days tastes more like a ‘Limeade’ with a splash of orange juice than it does the delectable cocktail that it once was. A true Margarita is made from three ingredients: Tequila, Cointreau (Triple Sec), and fresh squeezed Lime Juice. Like any cocktail, the true art comes in arriving at the proper ratio of the ingredients in order to present a balance of the flavours. Arguably the best ratio for a Margarita is 3:2:1. Three parts Tequila, 2 parts Cointreau, and 1 part freshly squeezed lime juice.
60ml Tequila - preferably a Silver Tequila
40ml Cointreau or other Triple Sec Liqueur
20ml Lime Juice

Method: Shake with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Optional: You can prepare the cocktail glasss by miostening the rim with lime juice, and then dipping it into coarse salt.
- notes partially sourced from www.drinkboy.com

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McHenry Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 42%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

Bill McHenry became a whisky producer in 2013, bottling his earliest batch as a two year old. These days the malt spends around five years in x Maker's Mark bourbon barrels before a finishing period in Apera (x sherry) casks or French Oak Port barrels.
Some tasters have compared the distillery's "feminine sweetness" to Clynelish. McHenry comments, "It has the classic vanilla, bourbon spiciness but also the plummy note from the sherry cask finish. It's on the sweet end, floral. Because we've got a relatively tall still, we are able to collect some more of the delicate, lighter notes than some of the more robust Tasmanian whiskies."
Tasting note: Deep copper. Soft, semi sweet aromas entice with vanilla fudge, honey, pepper and cocoa - some sherry too with suggestions of figs or dates? Dryish entry develops intensity and succulence; mid palate finds a fine tuned astringency balancing the sweet malt and bush honey flavours. Late milk chocolate and vanilla fudge crescendos then melts away with the finish. Hints of bourbon soaked oak in the aftertaste. Delicious. 42% Alc./Vol.

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Autonomy Myrtle Amaro (700ml)

Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 30%

Note: Formerly known as Autonomy Australian Amaro. Same product, new name.

Tasting note: [30ml sample] Handcrafted in batches of 100 bottles, Autonomy focus on native Australian botanicals including cinnamon myrtle, lemon myrtle, mountain pepper-berry and lemon scented gum. Smelling like a herb garden, this copper coloured amaro presents with aromas of thyme, lemon oregano, hints of crushed eucalyptus leaves and delicate bitter peel. It's silky and semi-sweet ending in a complex, bittersweet burst of mint, mixed herbs and citrus. Try it neat with a twist of orange. 30% Alc./Vol.

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Heiwa Tsuru-Ume Yuzushu (720ml)

Wakayama, JAPAN
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 7.5%

Closure: Screw Cap

Yuzushu can be likened to a Japanese version of limoncello, substituting lemon for the local Yuzu fruit, and combining the juice with Sake. Heiwa produce their Yuzushu with a high 1:1 ratio of one year old Sake and Yuzu juice. The Yuzu fruit is sourced from Wakayama, and is juiced with the peel ensuring all the sweet, sour, and bitter flavours of the fruit are retained.

Tasting Note: While it's a touch cloudy in the glass, this still presents as an incredibly vibrant medium lemon colour. The aromatics are very lifted, with pure yuzu and citrus zest, along with faint hints of lime and herbal grassiness. On the palate the flavours are equally expressive and pure, only hinting at the quality sake base on the finish. Having such a high ratio of yuzu juice there was a risk this would be too sour, and while it's definitely salivating, the acidity is more than matched by the freshness and intensity of flavour. Length on the finish is also a stand out. 7.5% alc

Serving suggestion: Enjoy chilled and served on the rocks, or as a long drink with soda water. Incredibly refreshing on hot summer days. With such purity and intensity of flavour it's easy to see why so many bartenders have taken this on as a cocktail mixer as well, leading to drinks with slightly more savoury citrus tones. Can be stored in the fridge for at least 8-10 weeks once opened.

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Kavalan Distillery Select No.1 Single Malt Taiwanese Whisky (700ml)

TAIWAN
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

A new Kavalan that showcases the distillery's signature fruity sweetness. If you're used to the cask strength bottlings, think of this as Kavalan 'Light'.
Tasting note: Deep copper colour. The aroma pretty much matches the flavours, evoking tropical fruits, bush honey, toasted sponge cake and a gingery warmth. Medium bodied and made for casual drinking, the finish buzzes with cinnamon and all-spice, followed by a touch of orange zest and cocoa. The result comes across like Sherry-meets-European oak-meets-Bourbon combined with Kavalan's own unique fruity spirit - an arrangement that should find broad appeal. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... With two distilleries now on-site, the new Kavalan has a nose of apple and cinnamon pie, loaves of bread, new hardback books, flashes of lemon peel, and mild spices that flatter the baked fruits. A lighter structure, with pleasant green apple and pear notes, a tingle of pepper and allspice, becoming creamier with the flavor of sherbet flying-saucer candy. More active spices on the finish amid fading fruits.
86 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Winter 2018)
Notes from Kavalan... Nose: Aroma of ripe tropical fruits, floral notes, and warm vanilla. Palate: Sweet, mellow and smooth in the mouth, the balanced taste is the perfect blending of barrel craft workmanship.

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Few Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)

Evanston, Illinois, UNITED STATES
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 46.5%

Paul Hletko, who launched 'Few Spirits' in 2011 is a man in pursuit of flavour. Hence, his new micro distillery is perhaps best defined by what it doesn't make - vodka. His delicious White Whiskey, which we tasted in 2014, was a positive sign of things to come. His barrel aged whiskeys (Bourbon and Rye) hit the Australian market soon after, and just got better and better. In the 2021 Bourbon you can smell and taste the impact of extra age and experience. Flavours are more integrated and confidently defined, the texture creamier and richer, particularly at the finish where lashings of vanilla malt and dark chocolate coat the tongue. High quality American oak adds a fine astringency to the finish as minor grains peek through, though rye is most salient. Combining length, balance, body and persistence, it's no stretch to say this is a step up from many a Kentuckian. 46.5 Alc./Vol. From a mash bill of 70% Corn, 20% Northern Rye and 10% 2-row malt.
Other reviews... This distillery has moved a long way in a relatively short space of time. A real force for quality now on the US whiskey scene. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...There is a freshness to the wood on the nose, laced with caramel and delicate minty notes. The palate pours pleasantly chewy with molten butterscotch and offers a pleasant jolt of cinnamon and clove that suggests rye at work, before settling on bitter orange peel, salted caramel, and cocoa, leading to a drying leathery and warm spice finish. Nicely done. 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jeffery Lindenmuth 2017
First tasted 2015: Produced from a three grain mash of majority corn, as well as rye and a small proportion of malt. Deep gold. Subdued aromatics reveal soft notes of shellac, American oak, pop corn then boiled confectionary. Delivery is puppy-dog soft and atypically dry by Bourbon standards. Gets more robust at mid palate with a velvet gloved Bourbon punch that’s all American oak, dried corn and what tastes like a whack of rye to finish. Ends firm, confident, spicy and long leaving its best till last. Distinctive and contemporary styled. 46.5% Alc./Vol. 92 points

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2019 Chateau Grand Mayne

Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, FRANCE
$94. 99
Bottle
$1139.88 Dozen

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
This estate's proprietor, Jean-Antoine Nony, is a passionate wine lover with a fine palate, so when he asked me to revisit the 2019 Grand Mayne, I was happy to oblige his request. Offering up notions of sweet black fruits and blueberry preserve framed by a generous application of creamy, spicy new oak, the wine is full-bodied, rich and textural, with a lavish core of ripe fruit, impressively lively acids and a long, vanillin-laden finish where powdery tannins assert themselves much more gently than was the case six months ago. While it is indeed somewhat less extracted than I had perceived, it remains somewhat jammy and creamy, and even if it's a well-made effort in this style, I can't help but think that the site could deliver more. Drink 2022 - 2045.
91 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Aug 2022)
The 2019 Grand Mayne has a beautifully defined, pure bouquet of black cherry, blueberry, crushed violet and mineral aromas. The harmonious palate is medium-bodied with fine definition, crisp acidity and touches of dark chocolate toward the finish, which displays both power and elegance. This is a superb Grand Mayne courtesy of Jean-Antoine Nony. Drink 2024-2050.
95 points
Neal Martin - Vinous
The 2019 Château Grand Mayne showed brilliantly. Very much in the more elegant, classic style of the vintage, it's medium to full-bodied and straight and focused on the palate, yet brings plenty of mid-palate depth as well as ripe, polished tannins. Black cherries, new leather, dried herbs, and Asian spice notes all define the bouquet, and this is going to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades. Drink 2025 - 2047.
94 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Intense and full of character on the nose. Excellent energy here - the fruit is bright and upfront though gets a little overwhelmed by the supple tannins that come in almost straight away. You can feel the liquorice and dark chocolate edges to the black fruit which give the overall frame texture and depth and it has freshness throughout. Just needs time to soften. Drink 2024 - 2038.
92 points
Georgina Hindle - Decanter
Floral, earthy, smoky, and racy, the wine exudes class and charm with its layers of medium-bodied, soft, fresh, pure, silky, vibrant, mineralistic, red berries. Vibrant and refined, with length and complexity, this is so good now and it is only going to get better with age. This is a clear contender for the best vintage of Grand Mayne ever produced! Drink from 2024-2042.
94 points
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider

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2016 Eagle Rare 17 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES
$2999. 00
Bottle
$35988.00 Dozen

ABV: 45%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such may have some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

Other reviews... Often overlooked by collectors because it’s not as high in alcohol as most of its siblings, it’s superior to last year’s release, which I felt brandished more oak on the finish than needed. Caramel, rhum agricole, golden raisin, and dried citrus segue into polished oak, along with a wisp of honey and cinnamon on the finish. Well rounded and subtly complex. An exceptional bourbon.
93 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: John Hansell (Winter 2016)
... an eagle with a slightly different plumage, this one really determined to display its tannin - though never at the cost of compromising its excellent complexity.
95 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2018

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Kirin Fuji Sanroku 18 Year Old Small Batch 2016 Release Blended Japanese Whisky (700ml)

JAPAN
$1199. 00
Bottle
$14388.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.

A winner at the World Whisky Awards in 2017 and 2018, these annual 'small batch' releases from Kirin have become the pride of the distillery and are now quite sought after. For the 2016 bottling the composition isn't stated, however around 10% of the malt content is reported to be at least twenty years old. One only to sell. 43% Alc./Vol.

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