Spirits (24)

Color: shades of gold to light amber. Taste: bold rye spiciness with undertones of vanilla and oak. Aroma: expansive notes of herbs and rye with nuances of oak. Finish: warm and smooth with spice throughout. 50%abv.

The Knob Creek 100 proof is a mix of older and younger Bourbons with the aim of creating a 9 year old flavor profile. A good introductory premium Bourbon.

This Laphroaig is created from selected casks from each of the distiller's key styles. Mostly, these are historic styles - Quarter Cask, PX Cask, Triple Wood (Oloroso sherry) and 10 Year Old. The exception is a final maturation in American oak casks - rarely used for Scotch whisky.

Bottled at natural color, the result is an exquisite Laphroaig with their trademark 'peat reek' matched by an additional layer of complexity and depth brought about by the fusion of the maturation styles and different oaks. - Rich and Peaty -

An artisanal Espadin mezcal made by two brothers, Julio and Eduardo Mestre, commited to traditional mezcal production. 44%abv
Nose: bright and forward with notes of citrus, herbs and toasted agave
Palate: nice texture with notes of grapefruit, apple and bell pepper

100% agave tequila that's "rested" in Bourbon barrels for smooth, rich flavor. Taste: lush caramel with fruit and spice evolving to subtle oak and vanilla notes. Finish: long and creamy finish with lingering smoky and spicy notes. 2015 Spirits of Mexico Competition - Gold Medal

Maker’s Mark, a perennial favorite, is aged for six years and made from wheat, corn and barley, but no rye. It’s natural Bourbon sweetness is balanced with caramel and vanilla and the finish is smooth and subtle. 45%abv

Metaxa is fine Greek spirit made by diluting an aged cask strength brandy with muscat wine and a recipe of botanicals including anise and rose petals. Each star represents a year's ageing.

The "47" in Monkey's name refers to the whopping 47 botanicals sourced from Germany's black forest that are used in formulating this ultra premium gin. It may be the most expressive and complex gin on the market. Look for aromas and flavors of blackberry, clove, ginger, cranberry and elderflower, with pine and wood notes on the finish. 47abv. Gold Medal - World Spirits Award;
"The greatest gin I have ever tasted" - Robert Parker

Smooth and fruity, Monkey Shoulder is the perfect introduction to Scotch. Richness and vibrancy combine with fruity aromas and mellow vanilla notes making it perfect for mixing or to be enjoyed neat if you prefer.

Montelobos is an artisanal Mezcal made in Santiago Matatlan Oaxaca produced with 100% organically certified agave espadin. Montelobos achieves extraordinary balance and complexity through integration between agave, fermentation notes and smoke. A good all-occasion Mezcal. 43.2%abv

Nolet's Silver Dry Gin from the Netherlands features fresh notes of turkish rose, peach and raspberry. The botanicals are individually macerated to give the gin its distinctive, all-natural flavor and aroma. It is floral and fruit-forward and bottled at 47.6 abv.

Since "Whiskey" is made from grain, and buckwheat is technically not a grain, this is technically not a whiskey. But for "not a whiskey", this sure drinks like one. Notes of vanilla and a hint of smokiness accentuate the grainy and nutty character of the buckwheat, making for a "not whiskey" that will please every lover of "whiskey". One and Only Buckwheat is made by Catskill Distilling Co. in Bethel, N.Y. with Catskill Mountain water and New York grown grains. 42.5%abv.

A benchmark premium Tequila, the Patron Silver has aromas of fruit and citrus, and is smooth and sweet on the palate with a light pepper finish.

A benchmark premium Tequila, the Patron Silver has aromas of fruit and citrus, and is smooth and sweet on the palate with a light pepper finish.

Nose: Intensely, and sweetly camphorous with slight vanilla nuance. While piercing and medicinal at first, heavier herbal notes and a hint of spice give it some roundness and depth.

Flavor: Extraordinarily loud and pronounced - an absolutely vivid palate. Sweet, cooling vanilla kissed mint eases into strong sage, basil leaf, camphor - suggestive of herbes de provence. Wet sagebrush and green lavender comes through later, giving way to some darker botanicals. Pine, oily rosemary and a hit of cardamom towards the end.

Finish: Quite long with menthol, herbal coolness and a kiss of vanilla. - The Gin is In

42%abv

R??my Martin V.S.O.P Cognac has a copious palate with notes of ripe peach and apricot, wild violets and oaky vanilla. It's silky with a hint of licorice and a balanced finish.

France - At palate entry the intensely bitter taste of anise both enlivens and cleanses the palate; at midpalate the zest of rooty/woodsy botanicals make for memorable imbibing. Finishes elegant and smooth.

95pts Wine Enthusiast:
A versatile must-have for mixing cocktails, look for pleasing vanilla, maple and a hint of dried cherry. The finish is long and drying, with plenty of baking spice notes

93pts Ultimate Beverage Challenge:
Ripe apricot, orange marmalade and toasted oats open up for a delightful bouquet. Rich, slightly honeyed, with a touch of grainy sweetness balanced by toasted earth and ripe apricot. Toasted finish which lingers nicely on the palate..April/2014

Enjoy the cooling and bracing experience of Rumple Minze Peppermint Schnapps. The unmistakable taste of fresh, crisp peppermint followed by a silky-smooth, extended finish will take your breath away.

Rose Sainte Marie has fragrant notes of fresh lemon peel and Provence herbs are complemented by the natural sweetness of red fruit and the distinctive perfume of white flowers and orange blossom carried on a sea breeze. Lavender and lemon verbena, along with a hint of white pepper, add subtle finesse. On the palate it has fullness and intensity whilst remaining smooth with an endearing and lingering softness to finish. 41.4%abv

Start Point has distinct notes of red grapefruit along with heady, earthy pine notes from the Macedonian juniper. It is perfectly balanced with warming spiced aromas on the nose. Rich, full and incredibly smooth on the palate, with a touch of earthy sweetness from liquorice and angelica root. The finish is fresh, lingering and balanced whilst lengthened by green cardamom. 44%abv

Clean, spicy with sweet fruitiness in the background. Exceptionally well balanced, no bite or burn. Smooth, light with a clean tingle. Lingering white pepper, finishing clean and cool. Silver medal - 2003 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

"Versatile, crisp, and an ideal match for cocktails that also include orange liqueur, as well as its namesake classic cocktail. Light aromas include vanilla and a touch of juicy citrus. Flavors run to bitter orange, dark chocolate and black tea, finishing with a pepper tingle. Velvety feel, despite the brisk alcohol." Best Buy. 95 points - Wine Enthusiast

Scapegrace Black Gin is only possible because nature itself led the way through an infinite maze of botanicals and technique. A maze with only one exit. Aronia Berry, Saffron, Pineapple, Butterfly Pea and Sweet Potato. Blended in set amounts at precise temperatures in a defined sequence, to create something made of nothing, and nothing made of something. This is that flavor. This is the taste of Black. The colour is naturally black based on a unique collection of natural extracts. Focused through the lens of modern day botany, with a collection of natural botanicals from the ground, plants, flowers and berries. - Producer's notes
41.6%abv

SelvaRey Chocolate is a full bodied, 5-year-old rum with inherent richness, enhanced by the infusion of natural chocolate. The velvety aged blend creates a sophisticated spirit, perfect for sipping on the rocks or mixing into any coffee cocktail. It tastes of chocolate-covered espresso beans, with sweet toffee notes, rounded off by a touch of baking spice.