French Spirits

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Cultivated in France, Spain, and Morocco, each strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, and blackberry is picked at peak ripeness to maximize sweetness, color, and fragrance. This helps us craft a berry flavored vodka characterized by a playful fruitiness and an ultra-smooth finish

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Signature liqueur of summer cocktails, this liqueur expresses all the aromatic palettes of passion fruit! A great success for the Master Liquorists of Maison Massenez, rewarded with a Bronze medal at the London Spirits Competition 2022. 

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Incredible botanicals. The perfect balance between spiciness, sweetness and smoothness. The makers wanted to create a gin that is fresh, fruity and smooth like their Calvados Fine and that gets a little spicy and floral at the end like their Calvados VSOP.

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Golden yellow liqueur with fine green shades reminding of the elder bush. Powerful and exotic nose, with lychee and spices (saffron, licorice) notes. Floral tasting notes enhanced by a touch of acidity. Various flowers blossoming on the palate: pink, hawthorn, fresh and dry flowers intermingle. 

Liquor inseparable from the Spritz Blanc cocktail where elderberry liqueur replaces Apérol, it is very difficult to execute.

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• Eau-de-vie distilled in Ribeauvillé, Haut-Rhin, in the Alsace region of France
• Distilled from Poire Williams (known as Bartlett Pears in the US); the fruit is picked and stored in small wooden boxes (5 kg maximum) to allow for further, even ripening
• Crushed and then fermented for eight weeks in fiberglass tanks with no additional sugar or yeast
• Twice distilled on a Charente-style copper pot still
• After distillation, the eau-de-vie is placed in stainless steel vats for 6–8 years. These vats are kept in an outdoor courtyard and the opening covered in mesh so that the spirit may blow off unwanted esters and benefit from fluctuation in temperature.
• Approximately 11 pounds of pears are required to produce one 375 ml bottle of eau-de-vie
• Pungent green pear skin & cinnamon stick on the nose transitions to a full mouthfeel that hints at white and purple flowers with an underlying note of sweetened red bean paste before finishing dry and dusty
• 42% ABV

A joyous translation of dimensional pear flavors, this is an eau-de-vie that verily expresses the Williams Pear but with a personality.

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This special and rare cuvee has been bottled especially for Christmas from its oak cask.

This Petite Champagne originates from an old family reserve handed down from father to son beginning with the house's creation in 1872 by Edouard Normandin's great, great grandfather, Jules Normandin.

Normandin Mercier cognacs are matured in the family chateau’s traditional cellars near the town of La Rochelle, the historic medieval port that made Cognac famous many centuries ago. The proximity of the ocean, the natural regulation of hygrometry and oceanic temperature all favor the ageing of the cognacs, giving them fullness, elegance and a unique character.

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A subtle blend of more than 20 French eaux-de-vie : golden amber in color with a refined bouquet of oak and hints of honey, hazelnut, almond and walnut. The taste is smooth, round and well-balanced.

Drinking recommendations: Raynal VSOP can be savored in a snifter glass, neat or on the rocks, yet its strong aromas enable any blend with mixers such as soda, water or fruit juices. Depending on your mood, you can also enjoy a variety of delicious cocktails with Raynal VSOP.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast: 96-100 Points | A blend of original Benedictine and Cognac. Smells assertively of herbs, honey, quinine and baking spices with added aromas of black tea and tobacco. Entry tastes of tea, sage, fennel and a touch of quinine; the Cognac emerges at midpalate, lending a layer of elegance and genuine distillate presence. Finishes like a champion, long, semisweet, intensely herbal, mildly spicy and satiny. 

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B&B Liqueur is comprised of two parts - subtle, spiced Benedictine Liqueur and fine French cognac. It's a balance of flavors in a pour that tastes smooth yet finishes bold. The rich, noble notes of B&B are perfectly enjoyed neat in a snifter, yet are equally appealing in a fine selection of cocktails.

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An elegant bouquet featuring pear and baking spice, underpinned by nuances of honey, cedar, and lemon peel, alongside a subtle almond backdrop.

A lighter expression of Calvados, presenting a dry palate that gracefully marries the sweet notes of honey with the earthiness of cedar, the zesty character of lemon peel, and the nuttiness of almond.

The finish introduces a delicate interplay of lavender, nutmeg, and a hint of cayenne.

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This sippable, dark gold Cognac offers aromas of butterscotch, dried apricot and golden raisins. The flavors grow even bolder and rounder on the exit, warmed by a cinnamon spark.

Floral, fruity aromas lead to hints of toffee, anise.

Distilled entirely from fruit grown in Cognac’s Petite Champagne appellation & aged a minimum of 7 years in French oak, this is an elegant, fresh brandy from a historic family-owned house. 

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Created by Pierre Frapin 100 years ago, Fontpinot cognac has always been a delight to demanding epicureans. As opposed to a ubiquitous passion for planning, roots of the pleasure of tasting continue to work serenely and unstoppably at Frapin. To celebrate the centenary, Cognac Frapin is publishing a limited-edition anniversary packaging. Inspired by the original version, the label brings up to date the symbols of ownership and the colors popular during the Roaring twenties. The bottle is presented in a rough wooden box inspired by the straw-lined crates used at the time.

A real treasure of Cognac Frapin, Fontpinot XO can lay claim to the Chateau appellation because it is made exclusively from grapes harvested, distilled, aged, and bottled at the Chateau Fontpinot. Distillation over lees and a long aging in dry cellars provide its distinct character.

With an average age of over 20 years, this expression has a nose of candied fruit, marzipan, and rancio. The long aging brings toffee, almond butter, and spice to the palate before a long, elegant finish.

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Golden color with yellow tints. A beautiful nose with candied fruit (dates, prune), dried fruit (apricot, fig) and spices (vanilla, butterscotch). On the palate, the tannins are silky. The aromas of citrus (orange peel, tangerine) dominate. Beautiful length.

A unique expression of the terroir of the Grand Bas Armagnac, combining spices and woody notes.

Guy Deyres worked in the Bas Armagnac region for almost 40 years before passing on his passion for and the secrets of his craft to his son Jean-Luc, the current owner of Domaine de Rieston. Domaine Au Martin, with its sandy soils and baco grapes, is located in the ‘magical’ Grand Bas Armagnac sector and we consider ourselves lucky to exclusively present its armagnacs. We work with M Deyres senior (Domaine Au Martin) and Mr. Deyres junior (Domaine de Rieston).

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Each bottle of Domain De Canton begins with a selection of only the finest, fresh baby Vietnamese ginger. It is then blended with herbs, spices and cognac to unlock it's fresh essence.

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Tesseron Lot 76 Tradition XO Cognac is an exceptional blend of reserve stocks of Grande Champagne Cognac, matured to perfection in old casks. Very clear and bright in the glass with alluring aromas that present a sensation of fruit compote layered with hints of honey and leather, all lifted by floral tones – very elegant. On the palate it is generous on attack, and presents a wonderful, spicy vitality, complementing a harmonious, rounded style.

Expert Review

91 Points Wine Enthusiast | Big, sweet and boozy, this VSOP offers rich caramel aromas and flavors alongside lots of spice and a mouthwatering saline tang on the finish.

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Raspberry, feminine by excellence is delicately revealed in MASSENEZ’s raspberry Cream. A fragile fruit, which is so intense on the nose and the palate, that this Cream surprises the senses. An explosion of flavors!.

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The nose is uniquely intense and develops fine aromas of orange peel, roasted and grilled bread, completed by notes of cinnamon. Savory roundness and seductive complexity in mouth.

Will perfectly pair with chocolate cakes and with a flambé pie prepared with the same XO. To be tasted as a digestive with friends or family. 

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Kirsch from the Massenez distillery is outstandingly unique in character, strength and balance. An intense flavor for an eau-de-vie of unrivaled aromatic complexity.

Clear and colorless, may acquire yellow green highlights as it ages; characteristic fruit eaux-de-vies brilliance. Clean, typical Kirsch with no off notes.
    
The intense nose with its very almond note is an indication of the choice selection of fruit and delicate distillation.

Very complex bouquet with primary aromas of fresh fruits mixing with secondary and tertiary aromas of fermentation and distillation.

At the level of aromas, classic fruit brandy gradation structured in 3 major organoleptic notes:

Immediate almond note at entry.

Complex fruity note with fresh cherry giving way to a more complex, powerful    aromatic texture.
 
Spicy aftertaste.

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Dark, burnt caramel color. Bright aromas of orange zest, molasses, ginger spice cake.

Warm flavors of bittersweet orange marmalade, mulling spices, and rich caramel with a bitter finish.

Produced by the Bigallet distillery according to the original recipe since 1875, China-China Amer is an incomparably rich and complex, 80 proof, orange-based, bittersweet liqueur peppered with botanical infusions.

The intense orange aroma and flavor in China-China comes from Bigallet's proprietary process of distilling fresh orange peel macerations. This intense orange distillate is blended with earthy and bitter gentian, tart chinchona bark, velvety anise, spicy clove, and a handful of other secret, Alpine herbs and spices. The flavors are married with rich caramel to balance the natural bitterness, and the dark, orange glow of China-China is born.

Memo Summary Notes

Bigallet China-China Amer is a legendary French bittersweet liqueur that has been produced in the French Alps since 1875. Often described as the "French answer to Amaro," it is an essential ingredient for serious home bartenders, primarily because it is the closest widely available substitute for the elusive Amer Picon

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Our Armagnacs are aged in barrels crafted by our local coopers and made from Gascon oak, which comes from the nearby Southwestern forests. With this experiment, we desired to enhance the remarkable aromas typical of Gascon oak with a double maturation in new barrels.

Distillation: single distilled in a traditional Armagnacais column still to 58% vol.
Maturation: Aged a minimum of 4 years in two maturations, earning the name “Double Oaked.” The first aging is done in heavily toasted new Gascon oak; the second in new Gascon oak with a special toasting level.

Tasting Notes: The palate is rich with toasted bread, cacao, spices, and roasted flavors.

Enjoy: neat, paired with dessert, or in an Old Fashioned Cocktail.

Memo Summary Notes

The Dartigalongue Double-Oaked Bas-Armagnac is an innovative expression from the oldest house in the Bas-Armagnac region (founded in 1838). This specific bottling is widely considered a "bridge" spirit, specifically designed to appeal to bourbon drinkers through its unique aging process and high-toast profile.

The "Double-Oaked" Process:  

Stage 1: Aged for at least 3 years in heavily toasted new Gascon oak barrels. This provides the "char" and deep color typical of American bourbon.

Stage 2: Transferred to a second new Gascon oak barrel with a lighter, custom toast level to refine the texture and add layers of spice.

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The Calvados Lelouvier Vintage 1988 is a rare, single-harvest apple brandy from one of Normandy's most respected "négociant-éleveur" houses. Lelouvier is famous for sourcing exceptional small-batch distillations from the Domfrontais and South Normandy regions and aging them to perfection in their own cellars.

Pairing: This is a classic "digestif." It pairs beautifully with aged Camembert or Pont-l'Évêque cheese, or a high-quality dark chocolate tart.

Rich, juicy watermelon and fresh basil meet for a taste that’s deliciously vibrant and refreshing. This unique spirit is vodka infused with real fruit and botanical essences, creating an enjoyable depth of natural flavors.

Experience a light and refreshing taste. We begin with exceptionally smooth GREY GOOSE® Vodka as the base, then infuse the vodka with the real fruit and botanical essences of watermelon and basil. The result is a complex depth of natural flavors for a deliciously vibrant taste.

Expert Review 

The Wine Enthusiast by Kara Newman writes 94 Points | Especially recommended for sweetening cocktails made with dark spirits, this liqueur is made with Cognac, Mandarin oranges and spices. Look for a vibrant orange color, citrus and tropical fruit aromas and a sweet, mouthfilling flavor that mixes bold orange with caramel.

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Mandarine Napoléon is a multi award-winning liqueur, celebrated by bartenders around the globe.

Mandarine Napoléon is the world’s leading mandarine liqueur, craft distilled since 1892. A rich, complex, and versatile blend of macerated Sicilian mandarins and botanicals, infused with the finest cognac. Perfect to drink neat, on the rocks or mix it up in your favorite cocktail.

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Over one century and four generations, the Tesseron family have developed a treasury of knowledge, tradition and family secrets to create a collection of exceptional XO cognacs. With this unique heritage as their guide, Alfred and Melanie Tesseron, the current keepers of the family flame, are driven by a passion and their desire to share it with you.

Tesseron Passion XO Cognac is a unique blend created from the grape variety grown in their vineyards, Ugni Blanc. It is light and balanced with notes of spices.

Gabriel Boudier Rare London Dry Gin is created from the distillation of juniper, coriander, lemon peel, orange peel, angelica root, iris root and fennel seeds.