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    Francois Voyer VS Grande Champagne Cognac (700ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%
    A 100% Grande Champagne Cognac, distilled with the lees and aged in new, medium toast Limousin Oak casks for one year. The ageing continued in old barrels in a damp cellar with the final bottling being a blend of of least 2 1/2 year old spirits.

    Tasting note: Polished copper coin colour. Pretty, floral aromas evoke dried flowers, figs, raisins, chocolate box and oak shavings becoming leaner and drier in later passes. An attractive, light to medium bodied Cognac with flavours of honeysuckle, candied fruits, liquorice bullets and delicate apricot, clove and vanilla notes in the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.
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    Charles Heidsieck Rose Reserve Champagne
    Champagne, FRANCE
    $145. 00
    Bottle
    $1740.00 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 4 Years (2018-2022)
    ABV: 12%
    Closure: Cork

    This excellent Rose Champagne is typically composed of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay grapes from a single vintage which makes up 80% of the blend. The remaining 20% is made up of reserve wines with an average age of 5 years.

    A salmon pink base, interspersed by an exceptionally fine and persistent bead, carries a buoyant lacy mousse well. On the nose delicate peach and winter strawberry aromas meld into elements of toast, yeasty baked bread and citrus notes. Very refined and long there’s a subtle creaminess to the winter strawberry, peach, toast, baked bread, yeast lees and citrus flavours. Crisp acidity lends itself to a dry refreshing finish. Long winter strawberry, peach, citrus, baked bread, light toast and yeast lees aftertaste.
    Drink over the next 3-4 years.
    Alc. 12%

    Paraiso Lychee Liqueur (700ml)
    FRANCE
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 24%

    The lychee is a rare sub tropical fruit originating in Southern China where the lychee is famed as "the King of Fruits". The lychee grows to approximately 3-4 centimetres in size, oval to rounded-heart shaped with a bumpy skin that is red in color. Once the skin is peeled, the crisp juicy flesh is white or pinkish, translucent and glossy like the consistency of a grape. Lychees have a sub-acid sweetness with a wonderful freshness. The fruit is also high in the antioxidant Vitamin C and the essential mineral Potassium.

    Paraiso Lychee liqueur, the pure essence of fresh lychee fruit captured in a light, sweet, natural tasting liqueur, can be served at room temperature, or slightly chilled with lime & soda. This versatile liqueur is becoming increasingly popular in a wide variety of cocktails and after dinner drinks
    24% Alc./Vol.

    Marionette Orange Curacao Liqueur (500ml)
    AUSTRALIA
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 32%

    Marionette's curacao features Navel, Seville and blood oranges sourced directly from farmer's in Mildura, infused in a multitude of ways, with the addition of cask strength brandy from South Australia. The result is then barrel aged for 4 weeks in French oak. Deliciously complex, with a delicate gold colour, this is a local option which showcases brilliantly in White Lady's, Margarita's and Sidecars. 32% Alc./Vol.

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    2019 Chateau Giscours
    Margaux, Bordeaux, FRANCE
    $150. 00
    Bottle
    $1800.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Chateau Giscours in Margaux has been making wine in the region as far back at the 1300’s, but it’s only recently that they’ve earned a reputation for outstanding wines. Extensive replanting of the vineyards and a change in composition to include more Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend has resulted in wines truly reflective of the appellation. Another technology pioneer in the region, Chateau Giscours was one of the first to use gravity to move wine in the cellars. While this practice is common now, it was unique in the 1800’s. They were also one of the first to use optical sorting of the grapes, another common tool used more widely today.

    Other Reviews....
    The 2019 Giscours has turned out very well in bottle, wafting from the glass with aromas of sweet berries, cherries, burning embers, lilac and violets framed by a discreet patina of new oak. Full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's polished and perfumed, with a velvety, seamless profile and bright animating acids, concluding with a long, resonant finish. Alexandre Van Beek and his team are taking this estate to heights it hasn't hit since the 1970s, and this is another of the great bargains of the 2019 en primeur campaign. Drink 2029-2065.
    95 points
    William Kelley - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Apr 2022)

    The 2019 Giscours is every bit as compelling today as it was from barrel. Dark and sumptuous in feel, Giscours shows off its notable dimension and breadth. Succulent black cherry, plum, leather, tobacco, menthol and licorice intensify as this gorgeous, beautifully layered Margaux builds with time in the glass. The 2019 is a big wine, but not quite as exuberant as the 2018. Tasted two times. Drink 2029-2049.
    96 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous (Jan 2022)

    A ripe and layered red with lots of currant and chocolate character, as well as some walnut and cocoa powder. Crushed stones, too. It’s full and layered with round tannins and a juicy and plush texture. Crushed velvet that turns to silk. Very cool and long. Plenty going on here. Give it three to four years to come together. But will age beautifully for years to come. A blend of 65% cabernet sauvignon and 35% merlot. Try after 2026.
    97 points
    James Suckling (Dec 2021)

    Gorgeous floral aromatics, so perfumed and pretty, really leaping out the glass with an amazingly vibrant pink/purple colour too. Such an excellent delivery of flavour on the palate, you have shiny, bright fruit and well-expressed terroir with smooth and supportive tannins. It shows the heat of the vintage in the density and deep core of spice-edged red and black fruit but also has a juicy, bright acidity that underpins the fruit and keeps things refreshing. Full of elegance, precision and confidence - all the elements in harmony with consistency and persistence. A wonderful wine. 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot. Drink 2025-2039.
    96 points
    Georgina Hindle - Decanter (Jan 2022)

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    Flor de Cana Centenario 12 Year Old Rum (700ml)
    Chichigalpa, NICARAGUA
    $119. 99
    Bottle
    $1439.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Nicaragua is an often neglected producer of medium-bodied Rums from column stills that lend themselves well to aging. Thanks to the exceptional quality maintained by distillers like Flor de Cana, the region's rums have begun to gain well deserved international recognition. Flor de Cana is owned and produced by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua, which was founded in 1890. Although the brand was not marketed commercially until 1937, it is today considered one of Latin America's most prestigious rums, and has won 72 awards, medals and commendations in the last five years.

    Tasting note: Deep burnished copper. Dilute golden syrup, light mocha, dates and delicate creamy soda aromas. Aeration fails to coax more from the bouquet which remains relatively frail in the second pass. Satiny, with roasted nut and cocoa flavours, followed by vanilla wafer biscuit and a gentle peppery warmth. Concludes finely tannic, delicately spiced with hints of ginger bread in the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Copper color. Toffee, roasted nut, creme anglaise, and mild brown spice aromas. A round, supple entry leads to a smooth dry medium-to full-bodied palate with caramel leche, pie spice, white pepper, and dried fruit flavors. Finishes with a peppery spice, dark caramel, and charred oak fade.
    International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal 92 points (Exceptional) - www.tastings.com
    Scrappy's Cardamom Bitters (148ml)
    Washington State, UNITED STATES
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    ABV: 52%
    Other reviews... Bold cardamom, tree tree oil, and fresh eucalyptus leaf aromas are attractive. Bone-dry on the palate with a fun, warming menthol quality. In the pisco sour cocktail, the effect is a little medicinal and slightly discordant, but very amaro-like. Really transforms the cocktail from citrus driven to pungent lingering herb-driven. Hyper effective and very intense flavor so use carefully and with a well thought out cocktail game plan.
    International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal
    RATING: 87 points (Highly Recommended)
    - www.tastings.com
    Kentucky Vintage Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $109. 99
    Bottle
    $1319.88 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    "Great nose, smoky flavor and priced right for a no-gimmick, everyday bourbon." - breakingbourbon.com

    From a select few barrels, Willett carefully hand-pick whiskeys that meet their criteria for the Small Batch Bourbon collection. The style will naturally vary from batch to batch. At the time of writing, the whiskey's age is rumoured to be ten years old, or “long beyond that of any ordinary bourbon," according to the label. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... "This not a bourbon that gets much fanfare. It’s rare to hear anyone talk about it. Is it due to its limited availability in parts of the country? Is it because of the complete lack of marketing and boring bottle design? It can’t because of how the bourbon tastes, because it’s right on the money in quality and price. This maybe true with a lot of bourbons, but the more time you spend with Kentucky Vintage the more you’ll love it. It might not be the most exciting bourbon you can buy, but it's one that deserves to be in your decanter as one of your “everyday go-to-bourbons." - breakingbourbon.com
    (Batch 03-65 tasted. Notes indicative only). Clean and uncomplicated bourbon. Creamy sweet layers of vanilla, caramel, and toffee are underpinned by soft citrus fruit, gentle mint, teaberry, and delicate oak. Here’s a bourbon certainly good enough to drink on its own, but you won’t feel guilty throwing it in a mixed drink. Nice for everyday drinking. - whiskyadvocate, (2nd Quarter 2005 Issue-Vol. 14#2)

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    Taylor's Fine Ruby Port
    PORTUGAL
    $34. 99
    Bottle
    $419.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2018-2021)
    ABV: 20%
    Closure: Cork

    A blend of full bodied port wines aged for around 2 years in large oak vats.
    Impenetrable black dark red core with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Aromas of Morello cherries and liquorice laced with clove and marzipan like notes rise from the glass followed by spicy brandy spirit. Rich and luscious with a youthful fruitiness, liquorice and ripe Morello cherry flavours meld into some marzipan and prominent brandy spirit, leaving some heat on the finish. Sturdy tannins. Aftertaste of liquorice, ripe Morello cherries, marzipan and brandy spirit.
    Drink over the next 2-3 years.
    Alc. 20%

    Stone's Mac Full Strength Green Ginger Wine (750ml)
    AUSTRALIA
    $21. 99
    Bottle
    $263.88 Dozen
    ABV: 18.5%
    An Australian campsite favourite, served neat or on ice, or mixed in heartwarming cocktails. You can even try a splash in a pot of beer for something different! The addition of Scotch Whisky to Stone's original spicy, ginger flavoured wine formula makes Stone’s Mac a winning combination. 18.5% Alc./Vol.
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    Emperor Sherry Cask Finish Mauritian Rum (700ml)
    MAURITIUS
    $110. 00
    Bottle
    $1320.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%
    A blend of aged rums produced from freshly pressed sugarcane juice and molasses. In this Sherry Finish version, expect subtle notes of vanilla, caramelised fruits and sherry.

    Located off the coast of Madagascar, the island of Mauritius is a relative newcomer to the global rum scene. Sugar cane was introduced from Java during the Dutch period (1598-1710), mainly to produce an alcoholic drink. During his service in the 18th century, the French Governor, Bertrand-François Mahé de Labourdonnais, was the first to support the development of the rum industry in Mauritius. From 1810, the country became a British colony and gradually transformed itself into a plantation economy with sugarcane as the primary crop. Later, in 1852, Dr Pierre Charles François Harel saw opportunities to create quality rums on the island. Today, it's home to six distilleries and remains one of the few countries to offer both Traditional and Agricultural style rums, dark, light and spiced, the latter usually infused with the island's abundant local crops of spices and coffee.
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    Rhum J.M. Agricole White Rum (700ml)
    Macouba, MARTINIQUE
    $104. 99
    Bottle
    $1259.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    Martinique is a French island with the largest number of distilleries in the Eastern Caribbean. Both pot and column stills are used. As on other French islands such as Guadeloupe, both rhum agricole (made from sugar cane juice) and rhum industriel (made from molasses) are produced. These Rums are frequently aged in used French brandy casks for a minimum of three years with 'Rhum vieux' (aged Rum) frequently compared to high-quality French brandies.

    J.M rum is distilled on Martinique's smallest estate, located in the northeast in Macouba, where the sugar cane grows on 28-degree vertical slopes in rich volcanic soil at the foot of Mount Pelée. Due to its unique location with sea breezes, rainforest, an intense microclimate, and high cloud cover, Rhum J.M. cuts their sugar later than other distilleries (most cut the cane at the end of February or early March, whereas Rhum J.M. does not cut theirs until late March or early April). This practice, combined with the region's peculiar environment are said to be contributing factors to the unique flavour to this unusual rum.

    Tasting note: Clear. Lemon, meringue, dried fig and mineral aromas with some peppery notes. A soft, silky palate entry explodes into semi sweet flavours of dried fig, green olive and green peppercorns. Slightly prickly, mouthfeel. Long, drying aftertaste of black pepper, green capsicum and boiled confectionary with a subtle mineral fade. A powerful, spicy white rum. 50% Alc./vol.

    Other reviews... Clear. Banana custard aromas with a hint of nutmeg, mocha, and toffee. A lively, silky entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity medium-full body of raisins, figs, nuts, vanilla custard, and banana puree flavors. Finishes with a bold, warming wave of white pepper, spice and mineral flavors. A powerful, rustic, and richly flavorful white rum that will energize any cocktail. Needs a touch of water to tame the beast within. 50% Alc./Vol.
    International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
    RATED: 91 points (Exceptional) - www.tastings.comsize>



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    Karu Distillery Lightning Gin (700ml)
    New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 57.5%
    Tasting note: Clear. Dense aromas of earthy juniper and balsa wood. Surges in a thick, sappy rush of juniper-soaked citrus. Intense and spicy, but falls away at the finish. In the mainstream of Australian Navy Strength styles. 57.5% Alc./Vol.

    Double Gold San Francisco World Spirits Awards 2019
    Silver Tasting Australia 2019, Silver Australian Distilled Spirits Awards 2019
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    Bruichladdich The Classic Laddie Unpeated Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $114. 99
    Bottle
    $1379.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50%

    This edition was produced from 100% Scottish barley and sees the ABV upped to 50%, but like previous expressions, it's matured in American oak casks and chosen to represent the classic, unpeated distillery style. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... Fragrant and fruity on the nose, with lemon, peach, pea, fresh-sliced melon, honey, vanilla, fragrant grassiness, and hay. More fruity sweetness and honeyed texture on the palate, with very light notes of smoke or char on the back palate, balanced by spice and light herbs. The finish is very long, with fruit, honey, and lingering spice. A beautiful balance of flavors with unity, depth, and grace. 93 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Other reviews... plays out on the palate as boasting something nearer to 60% than 50%.... 90.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

    Tasted from a 30ml sample 2019...Brilliant gold. Muted barley sugar and trace sulphur on the nose. Aeration adds familiar distillery notes of oatmeal biscuit, butter menthol lozenge and hints of macadamia. Light barley sugar on entry, hollowing out a little at the mid palate stage. Turns leaner, mildly grassy with warming alcohol and light vanilla after flavours. Better with water. 50% Alc./Vol.

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    Canadian Club 20 Year Old Blended Canadian Whisky (750ml)
    Walkerville, Ontario, CANADA
    $114. 99
    Bottle
    $1379.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Less overwhelmed by oak than bottlings from a decade ago, this Grand-father blend offers well-defined aromas of choc-caramel, fresh vanilla bean and creamy soda, following through with a rich, creamy delivery that echoes the nose and adds creme caramel, hints of cinnamon toast and delicate orange zest. The finish is mildly resinous, woody, pulling up medium long with vanilla-soaked tannins. A satisfying dessert whisky. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Every now and then, Canadian Club dips into its massive reserves to release a longer-aged version of its core 1858 edition. After an initial hit of toffee, a well-defined woody framework supports signature Canadian Club pruney notes, clean grain, and peppery rye. Brown sugar, unsweetened cereal, and hints of barn boards in the middle follow an inviting crispness, enhanced by mild oak tannins and accented by floral top notes. 89 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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    Veuve Ambal Blanc de Blancs Brut
    Mousseux, FRANCE
    $24. 99
    Bottle
    $299.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now (2018)
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Made from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Fine lacy white mousse with a pale straw, pale gold edged base and a fine persistent bead. Lifted ripe red apple aromas intermix with pear, subtle honey, baked bread and quince notes. Quite full with a round creamy like feel, the palate dishes up fruity baked apple and pear flavours along with some quince over a toasty back drop. Dry crisp finish with a baked apple, pear, quince, subtle dried honey and toasty yeast lees aftertaste.
    Drink now.
    Alc. 12.5%

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    Isle of Harris Gin (700ml)
    SCOTLAND
    $125. 00
    Bottle
    $1500.00 Dozen
    ABV: 45%

    "...all the hallmarks to be the new Hendrick’s." - www.ginfoundry.com
    One of the most beautifully presented gins to come our way in years arrives all the way from the Hebrides in Scotland. Sugar kelp is key to the subtle coastal notes in this beauty - hand-harvested by a local diver from the deep underwater forests of the Outer Hebrides.

    Managing Director, Simon Erlanger explains, “We worked with an ethnobotanist recommended to us by our Chairman’s daughter, who we commissioned to explore our island’s flora, to see what is sustainable to harvest and what sort of properties they might bring to our gin. After looking on land, she finally turned to the sea and that’s where we found our answers.”

    This sustainable ingredient completes the wider aspects of the gin's flavour profile, with other botanicals being Juniper, Coriander, Angelica Root, Orris Root, Cubeb, Bitter Orange Peel, Liquorice and Cassia Bark. It's all captured in a striking glass bottle, ribbed and rippled like the seas of Luskentyre. There are subtle imperfections, dimples and dips to hold it safely while you pour. The label is simple, though no two are quite alike, each individually flecked with fragments of copper leaf and Sugar Kelp. Strong reviews all round with what reads as a premium London Dry with a maritime twist. We received a 30ml sample. The nose has excellent purity with juniper, light menthol, brine and vaguely sappy / resiny notes. Air contact accents orange oils and citrus cough lozenge. The palate follows through with vibrant, peppery flavours suggestive of lemon sherbet and juniper with a zesty mouthfeel, a warming finish and all-round excellent balance. 45% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Tasted neat the lead is a strong floral and piney juniper. This is quickly followed by dry spice almost like fresh nutmeg (this must be a combination of the citrus peel and cassia) rounding out in the linger to a full sweetness with grapefruit notes...The distiller set out to capture the elemental and maritime nature of the Isle of Harris and this gin, from the bottle to the glass, does just that. A genuine sweet-savoury gin, which is quite rare if not unique. Enjoyable on the rocks as well as making a damn fine gin and tonic which works well with grapefruit peel garnish. 45% Alc./Vol. - thelondonginclub.com

    Notes from the distillery...The Isle of Harris Distillery is known as 'The Social Distillery', an ethos which embraces the generous character of our island and the people who live here. Although very much a working distillery, we open our doors six days a week, to connect with all those who want to learn more about our story and share our spirit. A peat fire burns at the heart of the building in Tarbert, symbolising the warmth of an Outer Hebridean welcome and the life we are bringing to our wider community. We have built a distillery on the Isle of Harris to be about people and to benefit the people of Harris. In the face of local population decline, we are a creator of sustainable employment and a catalyst for commercial growth. We strive to be symbol of optimism and change and a new voice for the islands, a nourishing source of pride and belonging for the Hearach in all of us.

    Nose: A well-defined juniper note with pine needles, immediately followed by the fresh citrus notes of bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Develops a complex floral note of rose and wallflowers with crushed green herbs, coriander and gooseberry all underpinned by mixed spice. Sugar kelp adds to the complexity and richness and gives a dry maritime note.

    Palate: Refreshing gin with good balance between the bitter juniper and pine and the sweet fruit flavours of mango, grapefruit and orange. A green herb flavour has developed of crushed coriander. Distinctive and smooth with a dry, flinty taste.

    Finish: Overall a long, clean finish. As the juniper and citrus fade away, sweet vanilla and black pepper remain with a gentle reminder of the sea.

    Bacardi White Rum (700ml)
    PUERTO RICO
    $61. 99
    Bottle
    $743.88 Dozen
    ABV: 37.5%

    Claimed to be the first refined rum, Bacardi is double filtered through charcoal for smoothness and aged in natural white oak for character. This is low on aromatics with a dry flavour and finish to suit light and fresh cocktails. 37.5% alc./vol.

    Other reviews... Well, would you believe it, this is the first time we're tasting this little number on purpose. I imagine it's mostly destined for cocktails. Colour: white. Nose: sugar syrup, a hint of cologne, and a touch of hay. It’s as light as a chick's feather. Mouth: utterly inoffensive, with a taste that's mostly neutral alcohol and the faintest hint of lemon. A smidgen of brown sugar, if you really look for it. Finish: virtually non-existent. Comments: the best thing about it is that since there’s almost nothing there, there can’t really be any flaws either. Let’s not forget that this tipple and its cousins helped its owners build a spirits empire that now includes gems like Aberfeldy, Craigellachie, Aultmore, Macduff, Brackla, Teeling, and of course Dewar’s. Oh, and the marvellous Worthy Park. Couldn’t they sneak 10% of Worthy Park into Bacardi? Or perhaps do a Bacardi 'Jamaican Tribute'? I’d add that these humble spirits also help us keep our scoring scale nicely tuned, wandering down its lower reaches from time to time. We 'might' have more Bacardi today... Or not. 30 points - whiskyfun.com

    Enjoy straight or beat the blues with a “Gloom Chaser”:

    • In shaker: a teaspoon of Curacao,

    • the juice of one quarter lemon,

    • one half glass of Bacardi,

    • shake well and serve.

    The Bacardi Bat Device...
    The Bacardi Bat Device appears on every label of every product carrying the Bacardi family name. According to Family lore, it originated in 1862 when Don Facundo’s wife, Dona Amalia Lucía Victoria Moreau, suggested employing the Bat as the trademark for their new rum. Upon entering the first Bacardi distillery, Amalia noticed a colony of fruit bats living in the rafters. Bats had great significance in Dona Amalia’s world. As a lover of the arts, she knew that Cuba’s extinct native people, the Taínos, regarded bats as possessors of all cultural goods. And she knew from local lore that bats were popularly thought to bring good health, fortune and family unity.Her suggestion also was hardheaded and pragmatic. Because of the high rate of illiteracy in the 19th century, a product needed a memorable graphic logo -- a trademark -- to become identifiable and sell. Reports quickly flew across Cuba of Don Facundo’s choice new charcoal-mellowed rums: the carefully aged, rich, dark sipping rums and a miraculous new light rum that was smooth, civilized and astonishingly drinkable. But the bat mythology also helped. Word of Don Facundo’s Bat spread side-by-side with word of his smooth rums. The Bat, local storytellers attested, brought good fortune and added magical powers to his rum. Today, the Bacardi Bat is a welcome character in more than 170 countries around the world where Bacardi rum is enjoyed. Clearly, Don Facundo’s exclusive formula, proprietary charcoal-mellowing, and aging processes give Bacardi rum its superior quality and premium smoothness. But with the Bat as the trademark, the rums have continued to raise the Company’s fortunes to new heights!

    Classic Cocktail: The Daiquiri Strawberry
    The Daiquiri is a family of cocktails whose main ingredients have traditionally been rum and lime juice. There are several versions however, with some like the Strawberry Daiquiri having a texture similar to a smoothie. Originally the drink was served in a tall glass packed with cracked ice. A teaspoon of sugar was poured over the ice and the juice of one or two limes was squeezed over the sugar. Two or three ounces of rum completed the mixture. The glass was then frosted by stirring with a long-handled spoon.

     40 ml White Rum
    20 ml strawberry liqueur
    3-4 strawberries (depending on their size)
    40-60 ml lemon juice
    a cup of crushed ice

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    Ciroc Mango Flavoured Vodka (700ml)
    FRANCE
    $79. 99
    Bottle
    $959.88 Dozen
    ABV: 37.5%

    Infused with a distinctive blend of mango, resulting in a taste experience that's lusciously tropical and smooth.

    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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    Arran Machrie Moor Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Isle of Arran, SCOTLAND
    $139. 99
    Bottle
    $1679.88 Dozen
    ABV: 56.2%

    Note: The Machrie Moor range often arrive in to our store suffering from minor damage in transit. This is out of our control. When we dispatch to you we will re-pack to avoid further damage in transit but you should allow for possible dents and scratches to the metal tins.

    We were enamored with Arran's early efforts which were defined by pristinely clean, sweet, unpeated malt. Like many others, Arran has diversified its portfolio since its inception, now offering a range of wood finishes, cask strength bottlings and even a peated whisky under the Machrie Moor label (it seems every distillery has to have at least one nowadays!) Their collection places Arran along side the likes of Springbank and Bruichladdich for sheer innovation and breadth. The cask strength version peated at 20ppm was released in 2014 and was a slightly disjointed but notable debut. The latest version [2023] takes the spirit to new heights, particularly in terms of texture; It's intense and malty with a kind of juicy grilled pineapple quality that dominates, the finish reclaiming some of the smokiness, lingering with tingling peppers, chillie heat, ash and trace lanolin. Rather than trying to mimic Islay, this revels in the quality of the distillate, leaning towards traditional Highland peated malts, especially on the palate. 56.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

    Other reviews... a heavily peated cask strength monster of a whisky, but being an Arran it manages to retain a sweet fruity core for that peat to balance against. It walks that delicate line between peat explosion and fruit bomb and is truly a tasty whisky. The addition of water brings up more honey, malt and even more fruit notes, but doesn’t do much to increase the depth. It all seems to come across fairly topical and it doesn’t take too much water to neuter it completely. So if you pick up a bottle of Arran Machrie Moor Cask Strength go easy with the water. I only needs a bit to open it up, but even without it’s a lovely crisp, sweet and peaty malt. - thewhiskyjug.com

    [First batch tasted]. Wood smoke, warm tar, and emerging new leather on the bold nose. Sweet peat and spices on the palate, barbecue sauce, and black pepper. Long in the finish: vanilla, with sweet smoke and chili. 84 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Spring 2015)

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    2000 Gordon & Macphail The Macphail's Collection Glenturret Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Highlands, SCOTLAND
    $199. 00
    Bottle
    $2388.00 Dozen
    ABV: 43%

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

    From prolific Independent bottlers, Gordon and Macphail, this was the first ever Glenturret to hit our shelves!
    The distillery, which claims to be one of Scotland's oldest, offers a number of official age statement bottlings which, to our knowledge, have not yet made it to Australia. The malt makes up a large component of the Famous Grouse blend, and more recently the distillery produced some batches of peated whisky for the Black Grouse blend. Undoubtedly a novelty - even for seasoned whisky lovers - this sherry influenced malt was matured from 2000 to 2015. Jim Murray described the previous release (1999) as "One for those looking for a very different dram".

    Tasting note: Copper / brass appearance. Interesting scents of dried hops, ginger ale and hints of spent match in the opening sniff. Second pass sweetens the bouquet slightly adding lucerne mulch and later, dried fruits. Quite nutty, oily, peppery malt with ginger, hay and more toffee and gently bitter dark chocolate evolving in the aftertaste. Closes a little short. Different and difficult to pin down. 43% Alc./Vol.

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    Pot & Still Fig Gin (500ml)
    South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $69. 99
    Bottle
    $839.88 Dozen
    ABV: 29%
    Famous for his delectable Willabrand Glace Figs, in 2016, Willa Wauchope found himself with a surplus of fig syrup. At a loss of what to do with the aromatic by product, he turned to the talented distillers at Applewood. The organically farmed figs are gently poached and the resulting syrup is then slowly added to the gin base. Wauchope has since purchased two stills with the intention of creating his own spirits in the future.

    Tasting note: [20ml sample] Bright gold. Opens with a bouquet of fresh figs and traditional botanicals. Brief air contact accents hints of lavender, lemon verbena and earthy juniper while the fruit retreats. Pure and creamy with semi-sweet fig flavours dominating, finishing with delicate peel / herbal freshness. Skillfully balanced. Try it with a wedge of lime. 29% Alc./Vol.
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    Ardbeg Ardbog Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
    Islay, SCOTLAND
    $699. 00
    Bottle
    $8388.00 Dozen
    ABV: 52.1%

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

    If you love peaty whiskies but don't quite understand why they taste like they do, it's because of peat, or more precisely, peat smoke, which when burnt releases chemicals called phenols. These phenols are absorbed by the malted barley during the drying process in a kiln. The level of phenols is measured in ''PPM' (parts per million) and controlled by the length of time that the barley is exposed to the smoke, the amount of smoke produced and the type of peat used.

    Even if 'bogs' are not your thing, peat is actually far more fascinating than first impressions might suggest. It is a relic of the Carboniferous period some 300 million years ago when much of what is now Britain was swampland. As trees, roots, ferns, grasses, animals and even people died or fell into the swamps they were subsumed into the stagnant water and partially decomposed, but did not rot away entirely. Instead an organic fuel formed by their decomposition. Peat is black because of its rich carbon content (the CO2 is not released into the atmosphere as normally takes place in decomposition around oxygen). Yet compared to wood, peat is relatively inefficient to burn. Without a proper furnace, it tends to smoke rather than create much heat.

    For a long time a lack of alternative fuel forced 'Highlanders' to burn peat. Coal was simply too expensive for most and there were few trees. The situation began to change around the turn of the 1960's, with the help of technological progress in large industrial scale maltings. It then became possible to produce vast quantities of malted barley without peat. Speyside and Lowland distilleries were amongst the first to change to coke (a high carbon form of coal) as a combustible, as new railway networks to transport the fuel encouraged the transition. Remoter regions like Islay persisted with peat.

    Today, there's no question that peat-smoke derived flavours in whiskies are increasingly desirable. Consequently, peat is now used not only on Islay by the likes of Ardbeg, but also on Orkney, in the Highlands, Campbeltown, as well as in Speyside. Peat is usually extracted close to the distillers or maltsters. Distilleries prefer the top part of the bog, because the upper crust of peat found there tends to be 'richer', more rooty and generate more smoke and impart more flavour.

    At some stage of his or her drinking career, every hairy chested peat freak has probably wondered "Why don't peaty whiskies all have the same kind of 'peatiness'." Instead, we find that peat comes in a remarkable array of sensory guises, and also contributes an almost oily mouth feel, as well as added depth, richness and sweetness. Its flavours are expressed differently in whiskies from different distilleries and range from notes reminiscent of lanolin, wet wool, iodine, seaweed, bacon, tobacco smoke, engine oil, tar, manure and wet earth.

    As much of Scotland is (in parts) covered by a meter-thick layer of peat, it's been supposed that different types of organic matter in the different regions, have created different types of peat which impart, in turn, different flavours to the finished whisky. For example, historically there have been few trees on the Orkney islands so there are no tree roots in the peat, making it lighter and quicker to burn. Whiskies from this area, like Highland Park, tend to have a more lightly smoked flavour than Islay malts. Is this an argument for 'peat' and 'terroir'?

    Patrick Brossard of http://www.whisky-news.com recently reported on a study that approaches this question. In 2009, B.M. Harrison and F.G. Priest published an article on the composition of peat in the production of Scotch Whisky and the influence of its geographical source, extraction depth and burning temperature: "Peat samples from four locations (Islay, Orkney, St. Fergus (Aberdenshire), and Tomintoul (Speyside) were analyzed using Curie point pyrolysis in combination with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry".
    [As in the simpler process of distillation where small molecules fly out first, followed by the big ones (so alcohol is separated from water), with gas chromatography a sample is heated to evaporation in order to release volatile compounds. Since all the molecules of a given structure will behave more or less identically, they exit the machine collectively and at the same time. As each 'puff' of molecules is released, a computer generated graph peaks corresponding to the most abundant chemical compounds. The higher the peak, the greater the number of molecules of acertain type are present].

    "In total, out of the 106 products identified, 92 compounds were having a significant effect on the separation of the four geographical locations. The compounds were broadly split into the following classes: phenolic compounds, carbohydrate derivatives (“sugars”), aromatic compounds, and nitrogen-containing compounds".

    "The ratio of phenol derivatives (carbohydrate derivatives to guaiacols, syringols, and phenols) was the major discriminator between the samples of the different geographical regions, explaining more than 60% of the variance. St. Fergus and Islay samples were characterized by high percentages of guaiacols (aromas described as aromatic, phenolic, burnt, woody, bacon, savoury, smoky, and medicinal), syringols (aromas described as aromatic, phenolic, spicy, smoky, baconlike, sweet, medicinal, creamy, meaty, and vanilla), and phenols (aromas described as aromatic, phenolic, burnt, woody, bacon, savoury, smoky, and medicinal) in the pyrolysate [i.e. burnt peat]. Relatively high proportions of carbohydrate derivatives in the [burnt peat] characterized Tomintoul and Orkney samples."

    "In the distillate (new make), the origin of the peat could be clearly identified by analytical methods. By sensory analysis (by “human nose”), the spirits using Tomintoul (Speyside) peat were more medicinal than the spirit using Hobbister (Orkney) peat. The level of peat aroma was low in the St-Fergus spirit (Aberdeenshire) despite a high abundance of aromatic peaty aromas, but the spirit was sweet, spicy and medicinal."

    The upshot of the study indicates that the source of peat will have an impact on the flavour of the whisky. It's a conclusion which may reignite the debate over Scotch whisky 'terroir' beyond the simplistic Highlands / Islands / Lowlands trichotomy. If for you, that's just all too involved, simply pour yourself a glass of Ardbog and revel in the remarkable synergy that whisky and ancient earth can offer.

    This limited edition Ardbeg was matured for ten years in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and Spanish oak manzanilla sherry seasoned butts and bottled without chill filtration. Flawless bright gold appearance. Opening aroma offers up choc fudge and brandy cream, yet with a lovely freshness that accentuates on the second inspection, which, minutes later sees the bouquet lighten slightly and turn more salty, with citrus peel and hints of balsamic. A light entry develops into a concentrated mid palate, superbly balanced for the strength, dry to medium dry, creamy, vanilla laced peat flavours building towards the salty, tangy, gently warming finish. Concludes with dried herb / lavender-like notes and the vanilla / choc fudge returning into the lengthy aftertaste. 52.1% Alc

    Other reviews... The follow-up to last year's Ardbeg Day, here's the cult distillery in its funkiest guise with a nose that's reminiscent (I'd imagine) of a frontier trading post: all pitch, furs, and gun oil. Some mint hangs around in the background alongside eucalyptus. This is an earthy, in-your-face Ardbeg with a hint of box-fresh sneakers indicating some youthfulness. The mouth is thick and chewy: wild mint, oily depths, and the slightly manic energy typical of Ardbeg's young. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Parker's Heritage Master Distiller's Blend of Mashbills Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) - Sixth Release
    Kentucky,
    $1499. 00
    Bottle
    $17988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 68.95%

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

    A blend of rye heavy and wheat-based Bourbon mashbills, aged since 2001 and bottled at a hefty 68.95%. Another belter from Parker Beam that won't be on our shelves for long.

    Other reviews... the sugars arrive as though blasted though a cannon...Shows plenty of muscle, but subtlety and sophistication in equal measures too. 94.5 points
    - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2016

    A blend of two different 11 year old bourbons—one being a rye-based bourbon, the other being wheat-based. The wheat lends drinkability, while the rye contributes a spicy zing. The combination works very nicely, with light toffee, nutty caramel, nougat, soft orchard fruit, black cherry, vanilla, and cinnamon. (Note: this is the first of three different batches that will eventually be bottled.) 91 points
    - www.maltadvocate.com, (Winter 2012) Reviewed by: John Hansell

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    Schrobbeler Herbal Liqueur (1000ml)
    NETHERLANDS
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 21.5%
    Created by Jan Wassing in 1973, Schrobbeler is produced as a herbal remedy and employs an impressive 43 herbs.
    Packaged in a traditional earthenware bottle. Best serve slightly chilled. 21.5% Alc./Vol.
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    2013 Rockford Basket Press Shiraz
    Barossa Valley, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
    $299. 00
    Bottle
    $3588.00 Dozen
    ABV: 14.1%

    Other Reviews….
    The beautiful label, traditional brown bottle, and the wine within, all have an allure. It's the richness and depth of the tannin structure - velvety and ripe, the suppleness on the palate, the savoury thread with coffee grounds, pepper, bitumen and yes oak but everything in its place plus its heady perfume with florals and red plums. Drink by 2036.
    95 points
    Jane Faulkner – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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    Beltion Anisetta Liqueur (700ml)
    ITALY
    $49. 99
    Bottle
    $599.88 Dozen
    ABV: 24%

    The Beltion brand was born after the second world war when Giacomo Gianandrea began selling his production of almond milk. The name (and the milk) soon became popular throughout Southern Italy. Fast forward to 1995, when his children set up a modern operation with a view to extend the brand to a wider range of cordials and spirits from the classic Italian repertoire. These include Sambuca, Anice, Amaro and an unusual expression of a liqueur standard, 'Opera Beltion White Amaretto'.

    Tasting note: Crystal clear and slightly viscous in appearance. Offers attractive, lifted scents of fresh star anise and liquorice strap. Light to medium bodied, silky textured and with restrained sweetness, the palate repeats the bouquet. Finish is creamy and balanced fading with moderate persistence. 24% Alc./Vol.

    Buller Wines Calliope Rare Rutherglen Topaque (500ml)
    Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $250. 00
    Bottle
    $3000.00 Dozen
    ABV: 18%
    Closure: Screw Cap
    Notes from Bullers... Limited quantities of this exceptional wine are bottled each year to maintain the standard of what is considered to be one of the world's great dessert wines. The nose shows lashings of toffee, figs and cream. Exceptional length and remarkable clean finish complement the honey, figs and toffee on the palate. 18% Alc./Vol.
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    2016 Dr Loosen Erdener Pralat Riesling Auslese GK (375ml)
    Mosel, GERMANY
    $84. 99
    Bottle
    $1019.88 Dozen
    ABV: 9%
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    More exotic than Dr. Loosen's other 2016 auslese and a bit more opulent too, but it also has a very serious structure that drives the powerful finish. Drink from 2020 to 2060.
    96-97 points
    Stuart Pigott - jamessuckling.com

    This offers a gorgeous nose of almond, pear, candied orange zest, a hint of pineapple, coconut minty herbs and spices. The wine develops a smooth and creamy feel on the palate and leaves a delicately powerful feel of herbs and spices in the long and superbly intense finish. This beautifully baroque expression of Auslese GK is still rather bold and will need a little bit of time to fully develop its inner balance. 2026-2046.
    93+ points
    Jean Fisch & David Rayer - Mosel Fine Wines

    Whether it’s a function of the site or of the level of botrytis, this leaves behind the primary juiciness that characterized the “regular” Loosen Auslesen of the vintage. But it’s lovely nonetheless. Orange and muskmelon are mingled with decadent lily, headily sweet gardenia and musky peony both on the nose and on an expansive, glycerol-rich palate loaded with inner-mouth perfume. That perfume, like the wine’s ripe fruit flavors, lingers impressively, if without much animation. (This was bottled shortly after my late July 2017 visit.)
    91-92 points
    David Schildknecht - Vinous

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    Dudognon Reserve des Ancetres Cognac (700ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $250. 00
    Bottle
    $3000.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    The Dudognon family have grown grapes in the small town of Lignières-Sonneville, in the heart of Grande Champagne, since 1766. When it comes to Cognac, they have remained committed to creating an artisan product. Decisions made during distillation are purely from the glass, the oak for their barrels is air-dried for five years next to the chai, and while many cognacs are laden with permitted additives (sugar, boisé, caramel), water is the only secondary ingredient at Dudognon (because of this, their colour is relatively light). Their Reserve des Ancetres is approximately thirty years old.

    Tasting note: Deep gold colour. Initial nosings are restrained. Ten minutes in the glass yields moderate scents of honey, apricot, fig and a trace of pepper. The palate shows good concentration with a nice balance between fruit and grippy tannin, though overall the mouthfeel remains very dry by Cognac standards. Spicy, cedary, vanillan oak back palate. Finishes quite dry and slightly tannic. An attractive aperitif style. 40% Alc./Vol.

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    Cappelletti Pasubio Amaro Digestif Liqueur (750ml)
    ITALY
    $54. 99
    Bottle
    $659.88 Dozen
    ABV: 17%
    One of the first amaro recipes created by Guiseppe Cappelletti at the beginning of the 20th century using an aged wine base. Notes of the old alpine style here include blueberries, strawberry confit, pine sap and mountain herbs.

    Tasting note: Cloudy sienna brown. Integrated aromas hint at ripe juniper, pine needle, berry tart and delicate herbaceousness. Medium bodied with a refreshing piney, minty edge over sweeter notes of dried berries and crushed grapes. Mildly bitter with herbal freshness to finish. Resembles high quality vermouth. Very satisfying. 17% Alc./Vol.
    The Simple Syrup Co. Crawley's Bartender Orgeat Syrup (750ml)
    New South Wales, AUSTRALIA
    $32. 99
    Bottle
    $395.88 Dozen
    Closure: Screw Cap
    Nicknamed #86, after the specific number of versions were created before deciding upon this particular hand made recipe produced from crushed almonds and mahlab kernels. The nose is of saturated bitter almonds and a subtle spiced cherry. The flavour builds to mid peaks of bright sweet spice closing off to deep long creamy almond finish.

    Suggested cocktails for inclusion are the Fog Cutter, Army Navy, Japanese Cocktail and the Mai Tai.

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    Zilzie Wines Selection 23 Prosecco
    AUSTRALIA
    $11. 99
    Bottle
    $143.88 Dozen
    Cellar: Drink now (2016)
    ABV: 11%
    Closure: Cork

    A frothy white mousse dissipates to reveal a very pale straw base colour with a very fine bead that shows exceptional persistence. Aromas of pear and green apple overlay some lemon sherbet characters. The palate has fruity pear, green apple and lime flavours with a burst of lemon sherbet on the crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of ripe pear, green apple and fresh limes. A simple but flavoursome quaffing prosecco.
    Drink now.
    Alc 11%

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    Tesseron Lot 53 XO Perfection Cognac (700ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $550. 00
    Bottle
    $6600.00 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    100% Grande Champagne cognac, with the oldest component reaching half a century in barrel. 

    A blend of Tesseron’s stocks of Grande Champagne cognac distilled in the 1950s from a base of Ugni Blanc and a small addition of Folle Blanche. With fifty years in barrel, it continues the theme of Lot 90 and Lot 76 but heads into more refined territory; Tasted from a 50ml sample, the nose is a slow-burn affair, developing aromas of nectarine, dried apricot, peach and rancio that follow through in a sublimely soft entry; delicate acidity brings a linear structure and a fine-tuned vivaciousness through the mid-palate; the finish picks up steam with orchard blossoms (apple, pear), hints of dry triple sec, nectarine, dried figs and cigar box followed by a superb rebound. Arguably the 'sweet spot' in the Tesseron range, balancing age, power and elegance, it's a cognac that demands time and quiet contemplation. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... They say this one aged for more than two generations in Limousin oak, which might corroborate the number '53', but that's no evidence. Colour: full gold. Nose: we're closer to… old Macallan, seriously. Some beeswax, old books, roasted nuts, various honeys, dried figs, honeysuckle, apricot jam, a tiny smokiness, very dry raisins, touch of pipe tobacco… I'm finding all this very elegant, still pretty classic (no new-age cognac), while the wafts of menthol that then rise to your nostrils are superb. Mouth: 43 or 46% pleaeaeaease! Flower jelly (mullein), peaches, mirabelles, quinces, lavender honey, not that many sultanas, a little bit of rice pudding, custard. Superb freshness. Finish: medium, with a few soft spices but the mirabelles remain firmly at the helm. Touch of pine resin and chartreuse in the aftertaste. Comments: some Vivaldi in a bottle (note to self, try more Tesseron). 90 points - whiskyfun.com

    ...The nosing passes find an oaky/nut paste aroma with fruity notes of berries, dried fruit, plums, pears and soft cheese. The palate entry is composed, succulent and honeyed; by midpalate the flavors deepen to include caramel, rancio and orange rind. Finishes beautifully with depth, finesse and maturity. 96-100 points - winenethusiast.com

    Fee Brothers Celery Bitters (150ml)
    Rochester, New York, UNITED STATES
    $25. 99
    Bottle
    $311.88 Dozen
    ABV: 1.29%
    Closure: Cork

    With Fee Brothers producing an already extensive range of bitters, it was only a matter of time before this old recipe saw light once again. Celery Bitters saw its hey day's in the 19th century where it was produced and manufactured by multiple companies.
    Along with other styles of bitters it was initially used for medicinal purposes, over time it's uses have broadened to a common digestive and now, a blending component in cocktails. Recommended uses range from the obvious Bloody Mary, to the not so obvious Dry Martini. A recipe for the Garden & Tonic can be found below. Enjoy!

    Cocktail Recipe: The Garden Tonic

    30-45ml Plymouth gin
    2 teaspoons of St. Germain Elderflower liqueur
    2 dashes of Fee Brothers celery bitters
    90ml Indian Tonic water
    4 mint leaves
    3 cucumber slices
    lime wedge

     Click here for Classic Cocktails.

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    The Gospel Solera Australian Rye Whiskey (700ml)
    Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $84. 99
    Bottle
    $1019.88 Dozen
    ABV: 42.5%

    A 100% rye made in Brunswick, Melbourne from all-Australian grain grown in the Mallee. Following double distillation the whisky is matured in a two-story tall bespoke solera system composed of new American oak and x Australian wine barrels. On the nose this sweeter-styled rye hints at toffee apple, buttered Ryvita, light caramel fudge and low-key muddled mint. Oily yet fresh with good weight and feel, a fanning burst of rye spice leaves you with shades of chocolate box, oily grains and finally, mint sprigs. It's silky and very accessible rye with a subtle winey twist. Try it with dry ginger ale and a slice of orange. 42.5% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Solera Rye is The Gospel's entry–level product, designed as an easy–going mixing whisky to rival imported American whiskies like Jack Daniel's, Jim Beam and Canadian Club, and as such, it's one of Australia's most reasonably priced and widely distributed whiskies. "Solera" refers to the Spanish method of maturing sherry. It's essentially a way of saying that this product is a blend of older and younger whiskies, which is a good way to achieve consistency over time. The result is a light, bright, approachable whisky that rivals its imported counterparts in quality and complexity. It smells like a big bite of Cherry Ripe with lots of warm, fruity oak and a hint of forest floor. There's also good integration here; it's playing nicely with all the fruit and oak notes. There's also a wonderful aroma of apricot museli bar, a common finding in Australian–produced rye whiskies, and sets them apart from American rye. This product has improved markedly since it was first bottled as The Gospel's inaugural release back in TKTK, so if you haven't tried it in a while, it's time to look again. Is it the world's most complex whisky? No. But it's punching well above its weight nonetheless. 92 points - Fred Siggins (2025), winecompanion.com.au

    ...Geez this is fun. Super quaffable on its own. But the sweetness from the new oak and the wine and the savoury oomph from the rye spirit turns this into a rockstar when mixed. Highballs all the way, awesome manhattans, too. - ozwhiskyreview.com.au

    Silver at the 2023 & 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition

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    Maxime Trijol VS Cognac (700ml)
    Cognac, FRANCE
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%
    Everything you could want in a VS Cognac, and at an extraordinary price.

    Tasting note: Brilliant topaz. Generous aromas of candied orange peel, ripe plums, apricots and vanilla follow in a medium to full bodied, fleshy VS with lots of yellow stone fruits. Peppery to finish with cedary oak and trace rolling tobacco through the aftertaste. Flavoursome, well balanced and perfect for cocktails. 40% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... A wonderfully rounded 3 star Cognac with nutty, buttery notes. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com 40% Alc./Vol.

    Notes from the producer... Straw yellow. Intense, fruity, floral aromas, reminiscent of the flowers of the vine in June.
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    Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)
    Kentucky, UNITED STATES
    $169. 99
    Bottle
    $2039.88 Dozen
    ABV: 50.5%

    "Possibly the most overlooked bottle in Wild Turkey’s lineup, barrels of Kentucky Spirit are consistently good, and sometimes fantastic..." - breakingbourbon.com

    When it was released in 1994, Kentucky Spirit was at the forefront of Bourbon, reported to be only the second single barrel bourbon to hit the market after Blanton’s.The 101 proof release is drawn from a single barrel, which means no two will be exactly alike. The challenge is to find single barrels that capture the essence of Wild Turkey, while also maintaining a consistency that gives each taste of Kentucky Spirit a similar flavour from batch to batch. Every bottle is handsomely packaged with a label bearing the barrel number, date and warehouse number. In the context of the entire portfolio, this is the bottling that has the potential to bring out the best of Wild Turkey at what is arguably the distillery’s ideal proof. 50.5% Alc./Vol.

    Other reviews...  Kentucky Spirit probably won’t be many bourbon drinkers’ first experience with Wild Turkey, but it should hold a place on every more experienced bourbon drinker’s shelf. Given the right barrel and enough attention to its subtle nuances, Kentucky Spirit can offer a glimpse into some of the best the distillery has to offer. - breakingbourbon.com

    ...bottled at the proof that Wild Turkey was designed to be. A deeply-woody spiced nose featuring cinnamon and caramel advertises a power punch whiskey, but on the palate there's no punch. Instead, it's lush, round, and affable, with deep caramel and cinnamon co-mingling with peanut. The lush, sweet start is well-balanced by cinnamon spice, which ramps up and drives a long spicy finish. This is delicious whiskey. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

    Beautiful deep amber color. Lavish aromas of a cornucopia of dried fruits, vanilla maple fudge, Demerara sugar, and artisan chocolate toffee with a supple, lightly tannic full body and long,warming anise, toasted grain, and dusty mineral finish. A powerful oak driven, yet elegant bourbon. 94 points (Exceptional)
    International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal. - tastings.com

    Nose: The most herbal and spicy of the WT range: wild thyme, sage, fennel, coriander, nutmeg, cumin. Also smokier than the rest with notes of molasses, chestnut honey, crème brûlée. Palate: Complex and very soft. Raisin bread, butter, tupelo honey/maple. Finish. Huge and everlasting. Highly complex.Comment. As sexy as Isaac Hayes' Hot Buttered Soul. One to savour all night. 90 points - David Broom, whiskymag.com

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    2016 Gunderloch Rothenberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs
    Rheinhessen, GERMANY
    $99. 99
    Bottle
    $1199.88 Dozen
    ABV: 12.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Other Reviews....
    A super-elegant and filigree wine that is both deep and finely-etched with a very long pure finish that's as straight as a laser beam! Best from 2018.
    95 points
    Stuart Pigott - jamessuckling.com

    The Rothenberg never fails to fascinate with its intriguing combination of grapefruit and spice. Plenty of patience with the harvest has been rewarded with a successful alliance of sweet citrus fruit including mandarin, juicy acidity and generous body, but the icing on the cake, as always, is that fine dusting of sweet spices which gets the palate tingling.
    17.5/20 points
    Michael Schmidt - jancisrobinson.com

    Fermented and aged 90% in oak (1,200-liter Stückfass), the 2016 Rothenberg Riesling GG has a clear, pure, deep and spicy bouquet that indicates great complexity and elegance. On the palate, this is a full-bodied, pure and very elegant Riesling with intense fruit, fine tannins and a long, intense finish. This Rothenberg is ripe, rich and lush but highly elegant, fresh and even finessed, with enormous salinity and a very long finish. Just 12.18% alcohol. This is a great Riesling that can age for 20, probably more, years. Great balance and complexity.
    94+ points
    Stephan Reinhardt - Wine Advocate #233 (Nov 2017)

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    Bakery Hill Single Malt Australian Whisky Gift Pack (3 x 50ml)
    Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    David Baker started distilling in 1999 with the first "Bakery Hill" whiskies launched in 2004. Consistency has become Baker's strong point and his stated aim is to reproduce traditional Scotch Whisky styles. He employs re-coopered x-Jack Daniels Whiskey barrels for maturation of his "Classic" and "Peated" whiskies, with the "Double Wood" expression finished in virgin French oak. Each is represented in this attractive miniature gift pack. All whiskies are 46% ABV.
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    2019 Clos Fourtet
    Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, FRANCE
    $270. 00
    Bottle
    $3240.00 Dozen
    Closure: Cork

    Other Reviews....
    Attractive aromas of wild berries, pencil shavings, vine smoke, black truffle and violets introduce the 2019 Clos Fourtet, a medium to full-bodied, deep and seamless wine with a concentrated core of fruit, beautifully refined tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long, saline finish. Elegant and complete, this is a brilliant wine from this 19-hectare vineyard situated on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, just outside the village, which has been on a qualitative roll since the 2001 vintage. Drink 2025 - 2060.
    96+ points
    William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Apr 2022)

    The 2019 Clos Fourtet is positively stellar, just as it was from barrel. It presents a beguiling mix of dense, plush fruit packed into a classically structure frame. The first impression is one of opulence, until the minerality of Saint-Émilion's famed plateau begins to emerge. Black cherry, plum, leather, exotic spice, licorice and blood orange build into the statuesque, explosive finish. The 2019 is a magnificent effort from the Cuvelier family and long time consulting winemaker Stephane Derenoncourt. Drink 2029-2059.
    97 points
    Antonio Galloni - Vinous

    Lots of purple fruit with white pepper and crushed stones in the nose. It’s full-bodied, yet tight and poised with a very chalky and salty undertone to the purple fruit. Flavorful finish. Linear and long. Try after 2026.
    96 points
    James Suckling

    The 2019 Château Clos Fourtet is another gem from the Right Bank that delivers the goods. From the upper, limestone plateau and always a bigger, richer wine than its neighbors (Canon, Beau-Séjour Bécot), it still shows incredible minerality and limestone character in its deep black cherry, currant, and mulberry fruits as well as scorched earth, chalky minerality, roasted herb, licorice, and white flower-like aromas and flavors. Rich, full-bodied, concentrated, and structured on the palate, it's flawlessly balanced, has ripe, broad, building tannins, an expansive mouthfeel, and a great, great finish. It needs a decade of bottle age, but it’s truly brilliant stuff. Drink after 2032.
    97+ points
    Jeb Dunnuck

    Deliciously seductive nose, heady! Crystalline texture and purity here with a pulsing drive from start to finish. The fruit is super glossy and shiny, it feels precise and purposeful with blackcurrant and black cherries at the fore. Tannins are well integrated, just perceptible giving a nice weight and frame to the palate. Succulent and sophisticated. Drink 2025 - 2045.
    97 points
    Georgina Hindle - Decanter

    Even better in the bottle after its aging period, the wine explodes with flowers, black cherries, plums, mint, espresso, cocoa, licorice and crushed rocks. The wine is full-bodied, opulent, rich, silky, fresh and long. The palate is coated with layers of dark red pit fruits with that elusive touch of salt, silky tannins and purity in the fruits that radiate from the mid-palate continuing all the way through to the long, velvety, harmonious finish. Give this at least a few years in the cellar and it should offer pleasure for the following 3 decades with ease. Drink from 2025-2055.
    98 points
    Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider

    Suntory Yamazaki Mizunara Oak Cask 18 Year Old Single Malt Japanese Whisky (700ml) - 2017 Edition
    JAPAN
    $9999. 00
    Bottle
    $119988.00 Dozen
    ABV: 48%

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

    Arguably the most 'distinctively Japanese' whisky ever made, and one of the high points in our Japanese whisky collection. (Reports have it prices reached up to $10,000AU a bottle in Japan when this was launched in 2017).
    Master blender Shinji Fukuyo creates his annual masterpiece from whiskies 18 years and up, with a small portion exceeding 50 years of age. All components were matured in casks made from Japan's native oak, the 'Mizunara'.

     

    Suntory began to experiment with the indigenous oak after the Second World War, when supplies of foreign oak were difficult to source. It made a far from ideal vessel, Mizunara's loose grains tended to cause leakage and also created challenges in terms of timber selection and cooperage. Blenders at the time had few kind words to say about the wood. Decades later, the tree is better understood, and the hints of incense, sandalwood, and aloeswood it imparts to whisky are prized. The oak releases these qualities after decades rather than years, making the whiskies they mature all the more precious.

     

    “I wanted to reveal the whisky’s soul that is the ‘Art of Mizunara’, a heightened sense and awakened palate engaged through aromas and flavours never known before. Encountering it should be a moment of epiphany,” said Fukuyo.

     

    Presented in a beautiful oak case made from recycled Suntory casks, these bottlings rarely re-surface.

     

    Other reviews... When whisky lovers talk about the grandeur of Japanese whisky, the enlightenment they desire can be found within this bottle. A refined luxury evocative of toasted marshmallow, sweet incense, butter-soft caramels, oak spices, and ground cinnamon. All the hallmarks of mizunara are here. Concentrated sweet citrus, so intensely fruity on the palate; the mouthfeel is rapturously silky with touches of mango, dried apricot, and gentle but resilient spices. 48% Alc./Vol.
    96 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Spring 2018)

    42 Below Vodka (700ml)
    Auckland, NEW ZEALAND
    $63. 99
    Bottle
    $767.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    A New Zealand spirit which began as a hobby conceived in a garage on a few misspent weekends, 42 BELOW was the brainchild of an ex-advertising man who sought to harness New Zealand’s global reputation for cleanliness and freshness, and encapsulate this in a vodka with the same qualities.

    Made in the Scandinavian style, 42 Below is distilled for purity rather than over powering flavour. However, there is still the weight associated with Slavic spirits, but without the polarising heat. The raw material is wheat from the Canterbury Plains, which is then distilled twice, before being ‘washed’ with spring water, achieving a saturation level that brings a level of purity and freshness to the spirit. 42 BELOW is then distilled a third time, before being charged with charcoal to remove any last impurities and filtered ready for dilution with spring water. All vodkas, regardless of the quality attained in the distillation, will stand and fall on the water source, which contributes so much to the finished product. In this sense, 42 BELOW, like Grey Goose, is distinguished by a water source of astonishing quality. The vodka is diluted with water which springs from deep beneath the volcanic plateau in the centre of New Zealand’s North Island. This spring has been graded 'Aa' by W.H.O., the global body responsible for measuring water quality across the planet, signifying water of unparalleled cleanliness and purity.

    Tasting note: Smells of wet cement or damp stones in the initial minutes before the aromas shift gears, offering toasty, ash-like, smoky scents of tobacco leaf, roasted cereals, pencil eraser and vegetable oil. Palate entry shows an oily texture and tastes of charcoal and mildly sweet grain; midpalate displays well-structured flavors of lead pencil, off-dry grain and licorice. Finishes full in the mouth, acceptably fiery and off-dry. Rating: 90-95 points. 42%Alc./Vol. - www.wineenthusiast.com

    Other reviews... Clear. warm creme anglaise and anise cookie aromas and peppercorn aromas. A round entry leads to a creamy, sweetish medium-bodied palate with sweet creamy vanilla, dried orchard fruit, and mild spice flavors. Finishes with a fruity, pink peppercorn fade. A fruity, creamy vodka for tropical cocktails. 42% Alc./Vol.  International Review of Spirits Award: Silver Medal
    RATED: 87 points (Highly Recommended)
    - tasting note sourced from www.tastings.com

    Wisent Bison Brand Vodka (700ml)
    UKRAINE
    $60. 99
    Bottle
    $731.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    The only place in the world where the bison grass grows in the wild, in small clumps scattered all over the glades and meadows, is the Biaolowieka Forest, acknowledged to be the last primeval forest left in Europe and where there are thousands of European bison living free. The wild-growing grass must be harvested in good weather and at the proper time – early in the summer, when the grass has reached the proper height and colour but is still young and not yellowed. At that moment it is most aromatic. The grass is harvested by hand. Then it is allowed to dry naturally in the breeze and sunshine and is bound in bunches, cut to the required length and delivered to the distilleries. In the distillery the grass is spread on screens and vodka is made to flow through the grass several times to make an aromatic essence. During the next stage this bison grass extract is mixed with pure vodka until the right colour, aroma and taste are obtained, following the traditional recipe. The ready vodka is left for several days to stabilise and harmonise. Experienced technicians and tasters monitor every step of the process. Finally the vodka is filtered and the final product is bottled, with a blade of bison grass in every bottle for decoration.

    Two species of creatures have a special liking for bison grass: bison and… hunters. The first look for it in the meadows of the Bialowieska Forest, where it is very abundant. The second look for it rather in the liquid form introduced long ago by the Baczewski Distillery. They say that it is a royal drink, worthy of a royal beast… For the bison – we are speaking here of the European bison – is indeed a regal creature, weighing a ton, three and a half metres long and two metres high at the shoulder. Its noble mane and long beard give it a majestic appearance. Once it was the object of monarchical protection.

    A decree of King Zygmunt the Old imposed the death penalty on anyone who killed a bison without the king’s permission. It was believed that the bison’s horns, so dangerous to hunters, had the magical power to neutralise all kinds of poisons. Drinking cups were fashioned from them, often ornamented with silver and precious stones and used during hunters’ banquets. By the early twentieth century, excessive hunting, poaching, and the havoc of World War I had almost killed off the European bison. In 1919 the last one left in Poland’s Bialowieska Forest fell and in 1925 the last one in the Caucasus was killed. They were the last two left in the world. Fortunately some remained in zoos and private refuges. In the 1920’s, at the initiative of the Polish zoologist Kan Sztolcman, the International Society for Preservation of the European Bison was established. Today there are thousands of these animals living free in protected wilderness areas, thanks to decades of devoted work by conservationists. Wisent is best slightly chilled. It can be served straight up in shot glasses or mixed. Try it with apple juice. 40% alc./vol.

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    Marionette Apricot Brandy Liqueur (500ml)
    AUSTRALIA
    $64. 99
    Bottle
    $779.88 Dozen
    ABV: 25%

    In pursuit of this versatile staple, Marionette engaged the Matovani family who have been farming stone fruit for over 25 years. Apricots are macerated, distilled and barrel aged with brandy made by the Angove family in Renmark, South Australia. The liqueur pours slightly cloudy gold. The aroma presents an enticing medley of dried fruit notes, chiefly apricot, perfectly integrated with the brandy base. Judicious sweet-dry balance makes for a very natural and pure liqueur, rich and viscous in texture, finishing dry and fresh, the fleshy apricot flavours nicely captured. Impressive. Once opened, keep it chilled. 25% alc./Vol.

    Other reviews... Products labelled “apricot brandy” are, in fact, mostly liqueurs, and Marionette’s version is no exception. But while most commercial versions are made on a base of cheap neutral grain spirit, this product is made from genuine South Australian grape brandy, steeped with Australian apricots, re-distilled and then barrel aged. This is apricot liqueur the hard way. Apricot liqueur is a fundamental cocktail ingredient utilised in the recipe of countless mixed drinks. These days, discerning Australian bartenders reach for Marionette’s version, with less sugar and more natural flavour than most imported options. The deeply perfumed aroma of apricots greets the nose here, velvety and inviting, without a hint of artificial flavour or aggressive sweetness. Excellent acidity on the palate shows restraint with sugar. Miles above the commercial stuff with a clean, crisp finish that’s anything but cloying. Why make a cocktail? I’d be happy swigging this right from the bottle. 97 points - Fred Siggins, James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion

    • 90
    Oldesloe Kummel (700ml)
    GERMANY
    $59. 99
    Bottle
    $719.88 Dozen
    ABV: 32%

    Northern European countries have a dramatically different approach to food and drink when compared to their Southern European counterparts. Where the Italians, French and Spanish drink wine with a meal, the Germans, Danish and Dutch cultures call for spirits to accompany their cuisine.

    Over time, regional specialities have developed, all subtle variations on a somewhat similar theme. That is usually grain or potato-based spirit flavoured with herbs and spices. Carraway, cumin, fennel and anise are popular ingredients and can be found in varying degrees in most examples of the style. In countries such as Denmark, Sweden and Norway spirits known as 'snaps' or Aquavit are common place on the dinner table. The German and Dutch speciality is Kummel, which like its counterparts is a spirit flavoured with caraway or cumin amongst many other spices and flavourings. Try it from the freezer with sauerkraut, herring or sausage.

    Tasting note: Brilliant clarity. Medium fresh aromas of caraway, dark rye bread, fennel and liquorice root. A light bodied, super-soft delivery with a semi-sweet, delicate mid-palate burst of rye and caraway notes followed by a dryish finish. Very softly spoken. 32% Alc./Vol.

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    Morris Rutherglen Classic Tawny (500ml)
    Rutherglen, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
    $25. 99
    Bottle
    $311.88 Dozen
    ABV: 17.5%
    Closure: Stelvin

    Produced from Shiraz, Grenache and Mataro grapes this is an excellent example of entry level Tawny. Dark red onion brown colour with an onion brown hue. The nose shows medium intensity with scents of Christmas cake and honeyed walnuts over marzipan and light well integrated brandy spirit notes. Initial raisin and honey flavours meld into some marzipan and nutty brandy spirit. Dry nutty finish with the nuttiness following through to the aftertaste of walnuts, honey raisins and marzipan.
    Alc 17.5%

    • 91
    British Navy Pussers Navy Rum (700ml)
    GUYANA
    $89. 99
    Bottle
    $1079.88 Dozen
    ABV: 40%

    Rum and the sea are inseparable, and no rum is more akin to the sea and the seaman than is British Navy Pusser’s Rum. For more than 300 years, sailors of Great Britain’s Royal Navy were issued a daily ration of rum by the Purser (corrupted to 'Pusser' by the Jack Tars). From 1655 until the traditions termination on August 1st 1970, 'Pusser’s Rum' was one of the few daily comforts afforded those early seamen of Britain's Navy as they fought across the globe to keep the Empire intact and its sea lanes open. British Navy Pusser’s Rum is the same blend of six West Indian rums as discovered during the Navy’s expeditions and served on board Their Majesties’ ships for three centuries. Today, it is still blended in accordance with the Admiralty’s exacting specifications of 1810. Pusser’s Rum was never sold or offered to the public, and if a rum connoisseur managed to acquire a tot or two, he saved it for a very special occasion.

    British Navy Pusser’s Rum is expertly blended from some of the world's finest Caribbean rums. Amongst x-seamen, the consensus is that Pusser's is about as close to the authentic British Royal Navy Rum as one can obtain. Spirit connoisseurs claim Pusser's to be more like a fine brandy than a rum, with a full, rich flavour and a rare smoothness - a true sailor's delight! This is essentially a sipping rum, however its unmistakably full, rich flavour will shine through anything you care to mix it with.

    Tasting note: [42% Alc./Vol batch tasted] Deep gold / copper colour with a gold hue. The nose is restrained at first offering woody, resinous scents, but is worth spending some time with to cajole out the complex aromas of liquorice all sorts, brown sugar, citrus zest and pine nuts. The rich, spicy palate offers flavours of clove, vanilla bean, juicy raisins, honey and nutmeg. Pure, smooth and gently warming. Long aftertaste of honeycomb, toffee and liquorice all sorts with a subtle, drying cocoa fade. A well poised dark rum - full flavoured without becoming over-sweet or fat.

    Other reviews... Deep amber color. Rubber sap, marinated vinegar, caramel taffy, ad brown spice aromas. A round entry leads to a glycerous off-dry medium-to full bodied palate with sherried brown spices, mineral spirits, roasted Brazil nuts, cedar, and toffee. Finishes with a touch of shellac, exotic peppercorn, and very spicy heat. A very hearty, traditional navy rum.
    86 points (Highly Recommended) - -tastings.com

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