Labor Day Sale - Spirits!

Producer Description 

From Suntory’s mountain forest distillery, nestled deep in Mt. Kaikomagatake, Suntory Single Malt Whisky Hakushu® is the fresh and gently smoky single malt whisky with herbal notes that is the revelation of Japanese single malts.

Straight from the untouched forests, soft and crisp waters and mountains of the Southern Japanese Alps, it is no wonder that Hakushu is a "green and fresh" whisky.   Created by the dream for a new type of whisky of Keizo Saji, the second master brender, the unique taste made in distinct.

Four seasons in high altitude is praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. Its crisp and vibrant feel, unique in a single malt whisky, enlivens and liberates your senses.

Jefferson’s Very Small Batch is the flagship expression from one of Kentucky’s most innovative bourbon houses. Master blender Trey Zoeller selects up to four different Kentucky straight bourbons of varying ages and marries them together, achieving a level of complexity and balance that no single barrel could deliver on its own. The result is a bourbon that’s rich enough for the connoisseur yet approachable enough for anyone stepping into the premium bourbon world for the first time.

Tasting Notes: Warm caramel and vanilla on the nose, with notes of toasted oak, dried fruit, and a hint of spice. The palate is smooth and well-rounded with a gentle sweetness, leading to a clean, medium-length finish with soft warmth.

Spirit: Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Producer: Jefferson’s Bourbon
Region: Kentucky, USA
ABV: 41.15% (82.3 Proof)
Bottle Size: 750ml

Rémy Martin VSOP — Fine Champagne Cognac

Rémy Martin VSOP is one of the world’s most celebrated cognacs — a benchmark expression from the house that has specialized exclusively in Fine Champagne Cognac since 1724. Sourced entirely from the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne crus of Cognac, France, VSOP represents the pinnacle of accessible luxury in the category.

Aged a minimum of four years in Limousin oak, the blend of up to 400 eaux-de-vie delivers a rich, harmonious character: dried fruit, vanilla, and toasted oak on the nose, with a smooth, round palate of ripe plum, candied orange peel, and warm spice. The finish is long, elegant, and unmistakably Fine Champagne.

• Producer: Rémy Martin, Cognac, France
• Classification: VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac
• Size: 1.0 Liter
• ABV: 40%
• Tasting Notes: Dried fruit, vanilla, toasted oak, ripe plum, candied orange, warm spice
• Best Enjoyed: Neat, on the rocks, or in classic cocktails — Sidecar, Cognac Sour, or French 75

The 1.0L format offers exceptional value for a cognac of this caliber — ideal for the home bar or as a gift for the discerning spirits enthusiast.

Woodford Reserve Bourbon Double Oaked 750ml

Woodford Reserve is one of Kentucky’s most celebrated craft bourbon distilleries — produced at the historic Woodford Reserve Distillery on Glenn's Creek in Versailles, the oldest operating distillery in Kentucky. The Double Oaked is their most distinctive expression: after completing its standard aging in new charred oak barrels, the bourbon is transferred to a second barrel — this one heavily toasted and lightly charred — for an additional period of maturation. The result is a bourbon of exceptional depth, richness, and complexity, layering the classic Woodford character with an entirely new dimension of caramel, chocolate, and dark fruit.

Gold Medal winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and scored by both Tasting Panel and Wine Enthusiast, Double Oaked is a full-bodied, lush, and profoundly satisfying sipper that is equally at home neat, over a single large ice cube, or as the backbone of a serious Manhattan.

"Deep amber color; toasty caramel nose; lush and buttery with flavors of toasted oak, caramel and chocolate. Smooth, elegant and complex." — Tasting Panel, 94 pts

• Producer: Woodford Reserve Distillery, Versailles, Woodford County, Kentucky, USA
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Double Oaked
• Process: Aged in new charred oak, then finished in a second heavily toasted, lightly charred barrel
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Dark fruit, caramel, sharp honey, chocolate, marzipan, vanilla, hazelnut, apple, baking spice, espresso, long creamy finish
• Best With: Neat, over ice, or in a classic Manhattan or Old Fashioned
• Tasting Panel: 94 | Wine Enthusiast: 92 | Gold Medal — San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Expert Reviews

Tasting Panel — 94 Points
Offers deep amber color; toasty caramel nose; lush and buttery with flavors of toasted oak, caramel and chocolate. Smooth, elegant and complex.

Wine Enthusiast — 92 Points
After the usual aging time, this Bourbon is then moved to a heavily-toasted, lightly-charred barrel to extract additional oak flavor. The end result is deep amber in the glass, with bright spice cake and baked apple fragrance. On the palate, it’s lightly sweet at first, showing creamy caramel, but finishes dry, with touches of espresso, oak and baking chocolate. Overall, a bold, flavorful sipper.

The Manhattanite — Cocktail by Oscar Garcia

• 2oz Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
• 1oz La Copa Sweet Vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
• 1 dash Reagan’s Orange Bitters
• Brandied cherries for garnish

Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice and stir until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe or serve on the rocks. Garnish with a skewer of brandied cherries.

Kentucky’s most richly layered bourbon — Woodford Reserve Double Oaked is the bottle you reach for when you want something truly exceptional.

Producer Description 

Cleopatra Oro is a Grappa obtained from very fresh marc, featuring a refinement and bouquet rarely found in a distillate. A brief stay in oak barrels completes the structure. Cleopatra Oro Grappa should be served cool. It has floral, fresh fruit and citrus, honey, and confectionery aromas. This Grappa has a smooth, clean and elegant taste. 

Top-shelf ingredients aren't typically associated with this notorious cocktail. Our elevated interpretation features four award-winning spirits with citrus notes and a splash of cola. Winemaker Description. 

Producer Description 

Myers Original Dark Rum has a distinctive colour, aroma and taste. It has 100% Jamaican roots. It's pot and column distilled and matured for up to 4 years in white oak barrels. The rum is then carefully blended with up to twelve different components, that give the unique quality to Myers Rum.

Producer Description 

With the flood of new gins and tonic waters in recent years, modern tastebuds can be quite challenged when it comes to skillfully pair a specific gin with tonic water that complements its flavor profile. 

With the combination of Sicilian lemon, Seville oranges, grapefruit, and lime, The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters are made to provide an authentic Gin & Tonic experience making the flavors merge perfectly by adding delicate exotic nuances for a multi-sensory affair.

The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters provide layers of citrus fruits, juniper berries, orris root, and hints of Japanese green tea, and these bitters are not exclusive to the mix of Gin & Tonic, but they also shine bright in cocktails and long drinks. Producer Description. 

Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Blanc — Savoie, France 375ml

Dolin is one of the oldest and most respected vermouth houses in France, producing in Chambéry — the only French appellation with a protected designation for vermouth — since 1821. Dolin Blanc is the house’s signature white vermouth: fresh, elegant, and crystal clear, with a delicate edge of vanilla and beautifully balanced sweetness. Lighter and more refined than most sweet vermouths, it reflects the alpine character of Savoie with a purity and finesse that is unmistakably Dolin.

On the palate, Dolin Blanc opens with gentle floral aromas, soft vanilla, and a whisper of citrus. The sweetness is restrained and elegant, making it as versatile in cocktails as it is enjoyable on its own. In France, it is traditionally served over ice with a sliced strawberry, a splash of soda, and a lemon twist — a simple pleasure that speaks to its effortless charm.

“Fresh, elegant, and perfectly balanced — Dolin Blanc is the benchmark white vermouth from France’s only protected vermouth appellation.”

• Producer: Dolin, Chambéry, Savoie, France
• Style: Blanc (White) Vermouth
• Appellation: Vermouth de Chambéry — protected French designation since 1932
• Size: 375ml Half Bottle
• Tasting Notes: Floral, soft vanilla, citrus, balanced sweetness, light and elegant finish
• How to Enjoy: Over ice with a strawberry, soda, and lemon twist; excellent in cocktails with any clear spirit
• Best Paired With: Fresh cow’s milk cheese, creamy bloomy-rind cheese, light charcuterie, fruit

A cornerstone of the French vermouth tradition and a bartender’s essential — Dolin Blanc brings alpine elegance to any glass.

Our Professional Review 

The perfect Aperitif vermouth to drink on the rocks garnished with a slice of orange. Good amount of savory and sweet nuances combining flavors of wild herbs and dried citrus fruit. Oscar Garcia, 67wine - Lead Sommelier.

Winemaker Description

Wide spectrum of aromas of late summer fruit, combined with rich floral notes of white flowers such as jasmine. The perfect expression of Fine Champagne opulence on the palate with mature flavors of juicy plums and candied oranges, with a hint of hazelnuts and cinnamon. Velvety, rich, and lingering. 

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 94 Points | The name of this whisky is a nod to how it s matured in three different casks: American Bourbon, Spanish oloroso and Pedro Ximenez Sherry. It s robust, with a deep amber hue and rich caramel scent. The flavor profile shows toffee, campfire smoke and a mouthwatering butterscotch note on the exhale. It almost reads like a peated Bourbon.

Highland Park 12 Year Old — Orkney Islands, Scotland

Highland Park is one of Scotland's most celebrated and distinctive single malt distilleries — located on the remote Orkney Islands at the very northern tip of Scotland, where the wild Atlantic climate, ancient Viking heritage, and unique local heather peat combine to create a whisky unlike any other. Founded in 1798, Highland Park is one of Scotland's oldest distilleries and one of the few remaining to still malt a portion of its own barley over Orcadian peat — a practice that gives the whisky its signature balance of honeyed sweetness and gentle, aromatic smoke. The 12 Year Old is the distillery's flagship expression: aged in a combination of sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, it is regularly celebrated in spirits competitions worldwide for its uncompromising quality and exquisite balance.

The color is warm amber. The nose is vivid and inviting: crème brûlée, tangerine, charred peach, and smoked kindling, with a light, briny vanilla character and a rising veil of smoke. On the palate, heather honey, dried fruit, warm spice, and salty sea smoke intertwine with silky, elegant texture. The finish is sultry and long — brown sugar and toasted nuts with a lingering hint of smoke. A whisky of rare harmony and completeness.

Wine Enthusiast 93 — "Elegant, light and pretty. A light, briny vanilla scent and a silky feel. A veil of smoke rises through the Scotch, leaving behind a sweet nutty, vanilla finish."

• Producer: Highland Park Distillery, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
• Age: 12 Years
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Casks: Sherry-seasoned European & American oak
• Region: Islands (Orkney)
• ABV: 43%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Crème brûlée, tangerine, charred peach, heather honey, dried fruit, warm spice, sea smoke, brown sugar, toasted nuts
• Best Enjoyed: Neat, with a drop of water, or over a large ice cube
• Best Paired With: Dark chocolate, smoked salmon, aged cheddar, charcuterie, peated cheese

The benchmark island single malt — Highland Park 12 is honeyed, smoky, and one of the world's most perfectly balanced whiskies.

El Tesoro Tequila Blanco — La Alteña Distillery, Jalisco, Mexico 750ml

El Tesoro is crafted at La Alteña Distillery, founded in 1937 by Don Felipe Camarena in the highlands of Jalisco. Three generations later, the Camarena family still makes tequila almost exactly as he did — to pay tribute to their fields of agave and to produce a spirit truly worth sipping. Agaves are still cooked in old-fashioned traditional ovens, crushed with a volcanic tahona wheel, and double-distilled to proof without any additives. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just pure agave, tradition, and craft.

El Tesoro Blanco is crystal clear with a lively, aromatic profile that captures the true essence of the agave plant. Agave hearts are carefully harvested at peak maturity, roasted to perfection, and expertly distilled to deliver a blanco of remarkable purity — vibrant, fresh, and unmistakably highland Jalisco.

“We make tequila here almost exactly as my grandfather did in 1937, and for the very same reasons: to pay tribute to our fields of agave, and to make a spirit worth sipping.” — The Camarena Family

• Producer: El Tesoro, La Alteña Distillery, Jalisco, Mexico (est. 1937)
• Style: Blanco (Silver) Tequila
• Agave: 100% Puro de Agave
• Production: Traditional oven roasting, volcanic tahona wheel crushing, double-distilled to proof, no additives
• ABV: 40%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Crystal clear, vibrant fresh agave, aromatic, lively, pure highland Jalisco character
• How to Enjoy: Sipped neat to appreciate the traditional craft; exceptional in Margaritas and Palomas
• Best Paired With: Fresh ceviche, fish tacos, guacamole, grilled vegetables, light citrus dishes

Three generations of Camarena family tradition, a volcanic tahona wheel, and zero additives — El Tesoro Blanco is one of Mexico’s most authentic and storied tequilas.

Producer Description 

Nikka Coffey Vodka is distilled from corn and malted barley at the Miyagikyo Distillery near Sendai. The secret behind this vodka is the unique flavor generated by Coffey stills (named after its inventory Aeneas Coffey), which were imported from Scotland in 1963 and yield a distillate with more rich texture than modern column stills.

Nikka Coffey Vodka is excellent in cocktail, especially due to balanced texture. Recommended for Bloody Mary, Vodka Martini, Salty Dog, and Moscow Mule. 

Producer Description 

An elegant, composed and stylishly vibrant spirit that showcases the absolute finesse, purity, definition and elegance of organically grown barley. Late summer barley. Opens on a light almond note with a twist of candied lemon. Followed by the magical aromatics of toasted barley, floral and fruit notes with a hint of lemon honey intermingling beautifully. Toffee sweetness comes from American oak cask and as the spirit opens little drifts of succulent papaya, melon and kiwi can be found. 

The texture is sensational, the spirit gliding over the palate like warm syrup. The taste buds love the purity and the sensational clarity of flavours being presented. A real sweetness on the front palate, barley sugar, honey almonds, green jelly beans, pear drops all splashed with fresh lemons and balanced by the crispness of malted barley. 

An intensity and definition of flavour that is unparalleled. Incredibly fresh giving an unforgettable palate experience that leaves the taste buds tingling and overwhelmed. 

Producer Description 

MARCONI 42 is an Italian gin obtained from an infusion that recalls the light, heat and intense aroma that characterize the Italian Mediterranean scrub. Juniper berries, Rosemary, Mint, Basil and Thyme give a fragrant aroma of herbs and medicinal plants.

Transparent crystalline Colour. Intense juniper, fresh and herbal fragrant; recalls a bouquet of aromatic plants rubbed through the hands. Smooth and mild. 

Producer Description 

Van Winkle's magnum opus. A rye whiskey that masquerades as a bourbon, and one of the most awe-inspiring whiskeys to ever come out of Kentucky. Enigmatic and highly sought-after, expect a sumptuously smooth mouthfeel, rolling with outstanding and captivating flavors that blur the lines between rye and bourbon and leave you wondering and wanting more. 

On the nose, classic notes of vanilla, caramel, cinnamon and spice prevail, before a silky, alkaline mouthfeel comes to the fore with rye spice, cinnamon, ground black pepper and smooth caramel notes, before a buttery finish that brings subtle spice, toffee and oak. While it may not hold the same stature as its "Pappy" counterparts, the 13 Year Old Family Reserve Rye from van Winkle is perhaps the most important whiskey in their portfolio. 

Producer Description 

Imagining the ultimate single malt whisky for mixing, we worked with top bartenders to craft a sweeter and richer Glenmorangie, perfect for enjoying in all manner of drinks.

To achieve our whisky’s wondrous cascade of taste, we draw on our epic array of casks. And so our freewheeling single malt comes to life, with swirling aromas of pear and vanilla setting the stage for rich orange sherbet and fudge. X by Glenmorangie is wonderful mixed with any flavour you choose (and as you’d expect, it is also delicious neat.

Producer Description 

Patrón Añejo is a delicate blend of uniquely aged tequilas, all aged in small white oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months. Similar to winemaking, each vintage of Patrón Añejo is carefully blended to produce a smooth and sweet tasting tequila. It’s distinct oakwood flavor complemented by vanilla, raisins, and honey with a caramel and smoky finish makes it perfect for sipping. Each bottle is numbered by hand and crafted from recycled glass.

Color: Clear, warm amber.

Aroma: Medium oak wood, vanilla and raisins with faint hint of citrus.

Taste: Smooth and sweet. Distinct oak wood complemented by vanilla, raisins and honey, with a hint of melon.

Finish: Caramel and smoky notes.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | After an initial touch of agave, most of the flavor is on the big caramel finish. This is not a bad thing. Vibrant yellow, mild smoky scent, smooth texture.

Producer Description 

How to describe this American Dry Gin? The main punch comes from juniper (naturally) but with a creative twist. Greenhook Ginsmiths adds nine botanicals to a base spirit distilled from organic grown wheat. The uniqueness of the distillation process creates a bright, vibrant and nuanced gin that is a perfect balance between our herbal, floral and citrus components: elderflower, cinnamon and chamomile. It’s a mix unlike any other.

Producer Description 

Water, alcohol, sugar, pears and burnt sugar are blended together in refrigerated vats. When the alcohol content reaches a desirable level, the mixture is then filtered and bottled. 

Expert Review 

95 Points Tasting Panel | On the heels of intense aromas of marzipan and honeyed peach follows one of the silkiest mouthfeels imaginable, with a weighty caress of cocoa and almond on the palate that lingers until the next sip.

Producer Description 

The velvety smooth taste and unmistakable aroma gave Disaronno the reputation of the world’s favorite Italian liqueur, which is stated proudly on its label. 

Producer Description 

Barr Hill Gin is our ode to the hardworking bees of the Northeast, crafted to support pollinators, beekeepers and farmers. The bright juniper botanicals are perfectly balanced by the wildflower depth of regional raw honey in our award winning gin.

Barr Hill Gin is distilled once in our custom-built botanical extraction still with wild juniper and then finished with regional raw honey; it provides a finishing touch that makes Barr Hill Gin both complex in character and very easy to enjoy.

Juniper-forward botanicals with soft wildflower nectars present from our raw honey.

Expertly balanced with a depth of natural botanicals, this award winning gin is approachable and well suited to elevate any gin cocktail. Enjoy it on the rocks, as a classic G&T and memorable Bee’s Knees cocktail.

Gluten-Free. Kosher. ABV: 45%

Atheras Spirits Akhenaten Premium Amaro — Greece

Named in homage to the visionary Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten — and the landmark Philip Glass opera that bears his name — Atheras Spirits’ Akhenaten Amaro is one of the most ambitious and original spirits produced in the Mediterranean today. Inspired by the ancient Egyptians’ intricate mastery of botanicals and spices, the recipe incorporates over 40 carefully curated ingredients: spices, barks, roots, resins, dried fruits, and nuts, assembled with the precision of an alchemist and the vision of an artist. In 2021, Bloomberg Pursuits recognized Akhenaten as one of the 16 Best New Spirits in the world — earning its place alongside the most prominent global brands.

The aromatic profile is enchanting and deeply complex: cumin, coriander, peppermint, cloves, basil, chamomile, cedar, eucalyptus, and myrrh, among many others. Each sip delivers a rich, layered flavor experience that evolves on the palate — bitter, herbal, and resinous, with a warmth and depth that evokes centuries of history. The finish is long, lingering, and utterly captivating. Serve as a digestif over a large ice cube, or explore it in a sophisticated cocktail.

Bloomberg Pursuits — Named one of the 16 Best New Spirits of 2021, alongside the world’s most prominent global brands.

• Producer: Atheras Spirits, Greece
• Product: Akhenaten Premium Amaro
• Botanicals: 40+ ingredients including cumin, coriander, peppermint, cloves, basil, chamomile, cedar, eucalyptus, myrrh, barks, roots, resins, dried fruits & nuts
• Inspiration: Ancient Egyptian botanical traditions & Philip Glass opera “Akhnaten”
• Recognition: Bloomberg Pursuits — 16 Best New Spirits of 2021
• Origin: Greece
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Cumin, myrrh, cedar, chamomile, cloves, eucalyptus, peppermint, resinous depth, long bitter finish
• Serve: Neat or over ice as a digestif; cocktail-ready
• Best Paired With: Dark chocolate, baklava, espresso, aged cheeses, Mediterranean mezze

Forty botanicals, three millennia of inspiration, and a Bloomberg Pursuits award — Akhenaten is the amaro that rewrites the category.

Winemaker Description

Askalon Arak is produced in Israel using only carefully selected ingredients, creating the perfect harmony between alcohol and anise seed. Crystal clear and intensely aromatic, it delivers a smooth, anise-forward character with a clean, lingering finish.

Traditionally served diluted with water and ice, which transforms the spirit a milky white — a hallmark of authentic arak. A classic Middle Eastern after-dinner spirit, perfect alongside mezze, grilled meats, and festive gatherings.

Kosher for Passover.

Producer Description 

Yes, this black raspberry liqueur is crafted in the province of Chambord, at the site of a real French château, with the finest ingredients. And some do say that it was inspired by King Louis XIV’s chosen tipple.

Everything about Chambord is sensational. The intrigue begins with its opaque appearance and extremely deep, purple colour. The liqueur has a luxuriously textured, medium-weight body and a wafting herbal and fruit bouquet. Black raspberries, vanilla acacia honey, and fragrant herbs steeped in cognac. The semi-sweet palate is a lavish affair featuring raspberries, spice, herbs and a taste of honey. The flavours persist on the palate for a remarkably long finish.

Expert Review

91 Points Wine Enthusiast | Made with vanilla and a Cognac base, this liqueur has a muted plum hue and a rich, black cherry scent. The palate is lightly sweet and easy-sipping, with a warming, candied berry-cherry flavor. Sip or mix.

El Tequileño Blanco Tequila 100% de Agave

El Tequileño is a piece of living tequila history — a long-standing favorite born in the magical town of Tequila, Jalisco, where it has won the hearts of locals and connoisseurs alike for generations. Crafted from 100% Blue Weber Agave in the lowlands of Jalisco, this is a traditional, uncompromising blanco that speaks directly of its origins: earthy, herbal, and deeply expressive of the agave plant itself.

El Tequileño holds a special place in cocktail history as the original spirit behind the Batanga — the legendary drink created by Don Javier Delgado Corona at La Capilla, the world-famous cantina in the town of Tequila. The Batanga is simple and iconic: tequila, Coca-Cola, lime, and salt, stirred with a knife. If you’re going to make one, this is the bottle to use.

The Blanco opens with aromas of cooked agave, fresh herbs, anise, and black pepper. The palate is clean and direct, with sweet cooked agave at the core and a dry, peppery finish. Authentic, affordable, and deeply rooted in Mexican tequila tradition.

The Batanga Cocktail

The original recipe from Don Javier at La Capilla, Tequila, Jalisco:
2 oz El Tequileño Blanco — Coca-Cola — Fresh lime juice — Salt rim — Stir with a knife.

Also Great For

• Classic Margarita
• Paloma
• Ranch Water
• Sipped neat as a traditional lowlands blanco

Producer: El Tequileño
Region: Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico (Lowlands)
Agave: 100% Blue Weber Agave
Style: Blanco Tequila (unaged)
ABV: 40% (80 proof)
Format: 750ml

42 Below Vodka — New Zealand 1.0L

42 Below takes its name from the 42nd parallel south — the latitude that runs through New Zealand’s pristine South Island, one of the most remote and unspoiled environments on earth. Crafted from New Zealand wheat and washed with pure glacial water before final distillation, 42 Below is twice distilled in an 8-column still to achieve exceptional purity and a signature softness that sets it apart from European and American vodkas. The result is a premium vodka that is clean, light, and effortlessly smooth — a true expression of New Zealand’s extraordinary natural environment.

Soft and light on the palate, 42 Below opens with a clean, neutral character that lets the quality of the spirit speak for itself. The finish is cleanly balanced and refreshing — pure, precise, and exceptionally smooth.

Wine Enthusiast 90–95 Points — “This premium vodka from New Zealand is soft and light on the palate with a cleanly balanced finish.”

• Producer: 42 Below, New Zealand
• Style: Premium Vodka
• Base: New Zealand wheat
• Water: Pure New Zealand glacial water
• Distillation: Twice distilled in an 8-column still
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Clean, soft, light, pure, cleanly balanced finish
• How to Enjoy: Chilled neat or on the rocks; exceptional in a Martini, Vodka Tonic, or any clean cocktail where vodka quality shines
• Best Paired With: Fresh oysters, sushi, light seafood, cucumber appetizers, clean citrus cocktails

From the 42nd parallel south — 42 Below is New Zealand’s gift to the world of premium vodka, bottled in a generous 1.0L format.

Citadelle Jardin d’Été Gin — Cognac, France — 750ml

Citadelle is one of France's most celebrated gin houses, distilled in Cognac using a 19th-century copper pot still and a signature blend of 19 botanicals. Jardin d’Été — "Summer Garden" — is their most floral and aromatic expression, inspired by the lush botanicals of a French garden in full bloom. A Double Gold Medal winner at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, it is a gin of extraordinary complexity and elegance, layering citrus, flowers, exotic spice, and fresh herbs into a profile that is as nuanced as it is beautiful.

Fresh and intense on the nose, opening with juniper, yuzu, orange peel, candied lemon, violet, and fennel, softened by gentle spice and licorice. On the palate, the gin is very delicate with beautiful freshness — the floral nose gives way to a spicier, fruitier expression of tangerine, melon, and cubeb, evolving through angelica, nutmeg, orris root, and star anise. The finish is very long, floral and fruity, with citrus, almonds, cumin, savory, and grains of paradise lingering beautifully.

Double Gold Medal — 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition • Distilled in Cognac using a 19th-century copper pot still with 19 botanicals.

• Producer: Citadelle, Cognac, France
• Style: Flavored Dry Gin — Floral & Aromatic
• Proof: 83 Proof (41.5% ABV)
• Key Botanicals: Juniper, yuzu, orange peel, candied lemon, violet, fennel, tangerine, melon, cubeb, angelica, nutmeg, orris root, star anise, grains of paradise
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Yuzu, orange peel, candied lemon, violet, fennel, tangerine, melon, cubeb, star anise, almonds, cumin, grains of paradise
• Best Served: Gin & tonic with cucumber and elderflower, French 75, Negroni Bianco, or on the rocks with a lemon twist

A Double Gold French gin at an honest price — Citadelle Jardin d’Été is the benchmark for what a floral, summer-garden-inspired gin can be.

Rhum Barbancourt Réserve Spéciale Five Star — 8 Year Aged Rhum Agricole, Haiti (750ml)

Barbancourt is Haiti’s most celebrated distillery and one of the Caribbean’s most storied rum houses, producing rhum agricole — rum made from fresh sugarcane juice rather than molasses — since 1862. The Réserve Spéciale Five Star is the estate’s flagship expression: aged for a minimum of eight years in Limousin oak barrels, it is a rhum of extraordinary complexity, balance, and elegance that has earned 94 points from The Tasting Panel and a devoted following among rum connoisseurs worldwide. Made from 100% Haitian sugarcane, it is a genuine expression of terroir — a rum that could only come from Haiti.

The nose is superb and layered: honeyed wheat, ripe peach, vanilla, and pepper, with warm accents of chamomile, white pepper, and fig — like a warm summer sunset in a glass. On the palate, the rhum is powerful, mellow, and beautifully balanced — cinnamon-spiced baked apple, cooked prunes, citrus compote, and roasted notes that build to a long, complex, and warming finish. It is exceptional neat or on ice, and a revelation in premium cocktails.

The Tasting Panel 94 — "Made with 100% sugarcane, this 86-proof rhum agricole features a superb perfume of honeyed wheat and ripe peach as well as flavors of cinnamon-spiced baked apple. The convergence of chamomile, white pepper, and fig is like a warm summer sunset on the palate."

• Producer: Barbancourt Distillery, Haiti (est. 1862)
• Style: Rhum Agricole (fresh sugarcane juice)
• Age: Minimum 8 years
• Aging: Limousin oak barrels
• ABV: 43% (86 proof)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Honeyed wheat, ripe peach, vanilla, pepper, chamomile, fig, baked apple, prune, citrus compote, roasted finish
• Best Enjoyed: Neat, on ice, or in premium cocktails (Ti’ Punch, Daiquiri, Old Fashioned)

A 94-point Haitian rhum agricole from the Caribbean’s most historic sugarcane distillery — Barbancourt Five Star is the benchmark for what 8-year aged, Limousin oak-matured rhum can deliver.

Christian Drouin Sélection Calvados — Coudray-Rabut, Normandy | 700ml

Christian Drouin is one of Normandy’s most celebrated Calvados houses — and the Sélection is its most approachable, versatile expression. Produced at the family estate in Coudray-Rabut in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, this Calvados achieves its signature harmony by combining the sharp freshness of perry pears with the smoothness of cider apples. The ciders and perries are distilled in a traditional column still and aged in old, lightly used oak casks that preserve the subtle balance of fresh fruit without imposing heavy wood character. The result is a Calvados of rare elegance and accessibility — equally at home as an aperitif, a cocktail base, or a culinary ingredient.

The nose is inviting and fragrant: fresh apple, ripe pear, and a gentle lift of orchard blossom. On the palate, it is smooth and well-balanced, with the bright acidity of perry pear framed by the roundness of cider apple and a clean, lightly spiced finish. It drinks beautifully long over ice with tonic, or neat as a digestif.

• Producer: Christian Drouin, Coudray-Rabut, Pays d’Auge, Normandy, France
• Expression: Sélection
• Style: Calvados AOC — apple & pear eau-de-vie, column still
• Size: 700ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh apple, ripe pear, orchard blossom, light spice, clean finish
• Best Served: Long drink over ice with tonic; aperitif; cocktails; gourmet cooking (tarte tatin, cream sauces, pork dishes)

A Normandy Calvados of rare balance and freshness — Christian Drouin Sélection is the benchmark for what everyday Calvados can be.

Lucano Anniversario Limoncello — Basilicata, Italy (750ml)

Lucano is one of southern Italy’s most storied liqueur producers, based in Pisticci in the Basilicata region. Their Anniversario Limoncello is made from the zest of Limone di Sorrento PGI — the prized Sorrento lemon protected by the Consorzio di Tutela del Limone di Sorrento IGP. Only the outermost zest is used, steeped in high-proof spirit to capture all the lemon’s typical flavors. Awarded 90 points by Wine Enthusiast. Best enjoyed frozen.

Concentrated buttercup yellow in color. The nose is candied lemon peel — clean and true to the fruit. On the palate, lemon lollipop intensity from start to finish, with generous sweetness and a pleasant white pepper tingle on the exit.

Wine Enthusiast 90 — "A concentrated buttercup yellow and mild candied lemon peel aroma leads into a lemon lollipop palate. Sweetness follows through from start to finish, plus a bit of white pepper tingle into the exit. Made with Sorrento lemon peels."

• Producer: Lucano, Pisticci, Basilicata, Italy
• Base: Limone di Sorrento PGI zest
• Style: Limoncello Liquéur
• Size: 750ml
• Best Served: Frozen, straight from the freezer in a chilled glass

A 90-point Limoncello from one of southern Italy’s most celebrated liqueur houses — Lucano Anniversario is the benchmark for what Limone di Sorrento PGI zest can deliver in a glass.