Spirits (48)

PRODUCER NOTES
Amarula Cream Liqueur is a delicious blend of the unique flavors of the marula fruit including chocolate, caramel, and a hint of butterscotch. On the open plains of the African veld grows a tree, untamed by man. It is the Marula Tree, and its exotic fruit is at the heart of Amarula Cream, the perfect blend of fresh cream and the distilled Marula fruit. A drink with a distinctive, exciting and sophisticated taste.

Aperol's unique flavor and color is achieved through a subtle blend of bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb, and an array of herbs and roots using a secret recipe that has been unchanged since its first creation in 1919.

Aviation is a craft gin from Portland, Oregon. It uses seven botanicals - cardamom, coriander, French lavender, anise seed, sarsaparilla, juniper, and two kinds of orange peel - with the juniper more in the background campared to other gins. 97 pts. - Wine Enthusiast

42%abv

"A new addition to the permanent Balvenie range. Lovely bright gold color. Layers of sweetness (the characteristic Balvenie honey, along with vanilla fudge, nougat, and rich toffee) peppered with dried spice and a hint of tropical fruit (papaya, guava, tangerine). Nice viscosity with good grip on the finish. I really like the balance and complexity of this whisky. A very solid effort and the price is right."   Whisky Advocate   - Malt and Honey - 

Banhez Mezcal is produced by a co-op comprised of families from various villages in the Ejutla district of Oaxaca. They produce mezcal the same way it's been done by their ancestors for nearly two centuries.

Comprised of 90% Espadin and 10% Barril agaves, this mezcal is pleasingly mild, floral and fruity with notes of pineapple, banana. 42%abv

This 10-year-old rum, this has premium rum notes combined by spicy kicks of bourbon overpowering the spirits latent sugar cane characteristics. The finish delivers subtle pepper, oak, and a hint of bitterness. A rum for the bourbon enthusiast.

Berentzen Icemint is an authentic 100 proof German schnapps. Crystal clear and bold, this SUPER MINT flavored spirit is best served chilled as a shot or mixed to create ultra-cool cocktails.

Distiller Notes
2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Medal Winner

Brilliant copper. The aromas are mildly sweet with hints of vanilla and honey. Hints of toffee, berries, and spice with fresh mint on the palate. Soft toasted oak, elegant and warm finish.

Ten botanicals are used in Bombay Sapphire: almond, lemon peel, liquorice, juniper berries, orris root, angelica, coriander, cassia, cubeb, and grains of paradise. This gives the gin a more floral aroma and taste than some other gins, while the "vapor infusion" distillation process used by Bombay Sapphire gives it a somewhat lighter, crisper character than other gins. 47%abv

Bosscal Mezcal Joven is hand selected and produced by a 4th generation Mezcalero. Bosscal adheres to traditional, artisanal craftsmanship using no chemical products or any manipulations so that the spirit reflects only the essence of the high quality agave. The joven is lightly smoky, very crisp and smooth with citrus and blood orange with a balance of sweetness and tartness. Organic. 42%abv

Broker's Gin is very flavorful and very bright. Sweet bright citrus on the nose, and a bright dose of juniper as well. Possibly a hint of spice and florals around the edges, but it maintains a straightforward classic approach with a nice bit of juniper character. - The Gin is In

47%abv

Smooth and medium bodied, this spiced rum is a secret blend of Caribbean rums. Its subtle notes of vanilla and caramel give classic rum cocktails a distinctive, flavorful finish.

A smooth, balanced easy sipping Tequila - an excellent example of a blanco. Nose and palate characterized by menthol, vanilla, peppery agave and some sweetness. Casamigos was co-founded by actor George Clooney.

The Reposado (meaning rested) spends up to year in new American oak barrels, creating a perfect balance of agave and woody flavors, with citrus, tropical fruit and vanilla notes, and the customary smooth finish. 91pts - Wine Enthusiast

The cognac house Chateau de Montifaud has been in the Vallet family for six generations, since 1866. With their Vieux Rouge Pineau des Charentes, the Colombard grape provides persistence and delicate fruitiness and Ugni-Blanc provides finesse, elegance and a slight acidity. The marriage of these two grape varieties lends a perfect balance to the palate, with aromas of dried fruits and almond that mingle with notes of honey.

Made with fresh passion fruit juice (100 percent non-GMO passion fruit grown in the town of Majagual in the Dominican Republic), cane sugar and neutral cane sugar spirit, the cordial is neon yellow, subtly sweet, lip-smackingly sour and incredibly versatile.

Produce at it’s Chateau de Bonbonnet estate in the Cognac region of France, Citadel is a melange of nineteen botanicals. All juniper is grown on the estate: it is a true chateau-to-bottle gin. Citadelle exudes delicate aromas of fresh flowers highlighted by more assertive citric scents. On the palate, the juniper cedes to spiciness. Well balanced, it is elegant and soft, with a nice equilibrium between intensity and finesse. 44% abv. “Spirit of the Year” at the 2017 World Spirit Awards

Nose: Green juniper is front and center. Lemon zest and mandarin aromas highlight the strong citrus here as well. A hint of fennel seed and winter savory lend some depth. But overall, Citadelle Jardin d'Ete smells simply like a citrus-forward gin.

Flavor: The palate is where the melon shines. Yuzu, sour lemon and tangerine early. Mid-palate, pine juniper emerges as well as a pungent, rich hint of Canteloupe and stone fruit. The rich fruit is deepened by an evolving background note of juniper and the bevy of spices. Nutmeg, angelica, cubeb and licorice come to mind?but there is a lot of complexity here.

Finish: Moderately long. The heat is very light. Sipped, it almost seems too mild to be a full proof gin. On the back of the palate cubeb and licorice lead as notes of melon, tangerine and orange peel gently fade. - The Gin is In

41.5%abv

The Corralijo Blanco a pure distillation of fruity agave creating a rich and characterful spirit despite its lack of aging. Color: pure and clear, Aroma: peppercorns with herbal undertones, Taste: Agave and spearmint. 40%abv

Named for the iconic 19th century bartender and cocktail pioneer Jerry Thomas, known as "The Professor," Del Professore is produced at the Antica Distilleria Quaglia in the hills between Monferrato and Turin. The vermouth is made from wine from the Langhe with a herbal mixture that includes wormwood, mint, rhubarb, cloves and mace. It is soft and full on the palate, with an excellent balance of alcohol and sugar and a pleasantly bitter and smooth finish of rhubarb, anise and earth notes. 18%abv

Highland agave is slowly roasted in traditional clay ovens for a subtle taste profile with a whisper of sweet agave, citrus, warm spice and smooth vanilla on the finish. 40%abv

The Bota de Vermouth Seco Blanco 123 ?€?Dry Navazos?€? is, like all vermouths, an aromatized wine. In this case, the wine is a fine Jerez wine with four years of average age that, thanks to the mastery of Eduardo Ojeda, has become an extraordinary white vermouth without a drop of sweetness, with elegant bitterness and a delicious citrus profile in the that highlight the grapefruit notes. Clean and complex, to be enjoyed cold with nothing more than, perhaps, a slice of lemon or a lightly dressed green olive. Or to prepare the best Dry Cocktail in the world: ?€?Dry Navazos?€?, especially if combined with La Bota de Gin.

A perennial popular choice for those looking for an affordable, quality Tequila. Nose: delicate, sweet agave; floral, tropical fruit and hint of pepper. Taste: soft mouthfeel, light to medium bodied palate with bright agave flavor; notes of pepper, vanilla bean and grilled pineapple. Elegant, clean finish that ends with a hint of spice. Double Gold Medal: 2011 San Francisco World Spirits Awards

Aromas of light butterscotch and some spicy citrus zest with white pepper and a mild but persistent impression of vanilla and almond. The palate has menthol, soft agave, peppery spice and a mild sweetness of butterscotch and vanilla. An easy sipping Tequila. Silver Outstanding Medal - 2013 International Wine & Spirits Competition

Fearless Wheat Whiskey is made by Catskill Distilling Co. in Bethel, N.Y. with Catskill Mountain water and New York grown grains. Has the softness that you would expect from a wheat based whiskey, but somehow there still remains a bit of spice and a lot of character. A little lighter than the Most Righteous Bourbon, the Fearless Wheat Whiskey has a fruity nose, a silky palate, and an overall smoothness. Notes of pear, hint of honey, spice, and chocolate and orange on the finish. 42.5%abv.

Juniper and bright spice on the nose, some floral hints as well. Mild, fresh, hints of lavender and cream on the close. Nice, smells a touch contemporary in style, but the presence of juniper is immediately detectable. The flavor is actually rich and thick, it spreads thickly and evenly throughout the palate. Florals on the front. Viscous citrus, bright juniper build in the mid palate, - The Gin is In

45%abv

Four Pillars Rare Dry Gin is a rare specimen indeed. It is distilled with whole oranges. Further, Four Pillars Rare Dry Gin establishes itself as quintessentially Australian with its use of some local ingredients. Tasmanian Pepperberry (also appears in Botanic Australis and Never Never's Southern Strength) adds a warmth and spice. Again, lemon myrtle makes an appearance as a stand in for traditional lemon. The rest of the botanicals includes several contemporary style gin standbys, like cardamom and lavender. All are distilled on a base of local grain spirit and diluted with local Yarra Valley water. - The Gin is In

41.5%abv

A blend of eaux-de-vie aged a minimum of 2 years, this Cognac offers aromas of candied fruit, toffee, vanilla, and wood spice; the palate is full and warming with flavours of chocolate, orange, vanilla, and Christmas cake spices followed by a long and balanced finish.

Fresh, vibrant, and beautifully complex. A clean, malty foundation accentuated by bright complex fruit, delicate spice, dried flowers, and gentle honeyed vanilla notes that linger on the palate. This is a wonderful whisky which is very versatile, but I can only imagine what it would taste like at 46% and unchill-filtered like the wood finish expressions." 93 Whisky Advocate

"Aromas: mandarin, lemon, apple, pear and peach trees. Add to this the scent of vanilla ice cream, and herbal notes of geranium and wild mint. Add water and release lemony bergamot, apricot and mandarin. Floral notes of geranium, sweet honeysuckle and piquant narcissus mix with mint and the herbal essence of eucalyptus, nutmeg and ginger. Taste: creamy vanilla slips like liquid silk over the tongue as peaches and cream, mandarins and lemons effervesce in the mouth. Finish: The charming sweetness of delicious juices is left on the tongue (Producer's Tasting Notes) 43% abv - Fresh Fruit and Vanilla -

A 97 proof, premium cinnamon schnapps with floating flakes of 24k gold leaf. Perfect as a shooter with an ice cold beer.

Gordon’s was founded in the late 18th century and is today the world’s best-selling Gin. Gordon’s classic, benchmark gin character makes for the perfect gin and tonic with a clean, juniper dominant taste.

Bermuda- A higher proof version of Gosling's Black Seal rum. A rich rum with full and intricate flavor, well balanced and nuanced with butterscotch, vanilla and caramel. Fragrant with herbal sharpness with an unusually complex.