Spirits and Liquors

Producer Description 

This is a Tequila with no dilution or filtration with authentic proceedings honoring the founder, Salvador Rosales Briseno. First impression fragrant strong of cooked agave, pepper and fresh herbs. 

After opening, the aromas shift to cardamom, nuts, coffee, honey and butter. Without losing the dry mineral earth characteristics synonymous with Lowland Tequila. The first taste is a vibrantly refreshing with flavors of mint and fresh herbs with the contrast of bitter and sweet extending into the mouth. Honey and ripe fruits leave your palate with a sweet warmth. 

Producer Description 

Tequila Cascahuín started producing tequila in 1904, today, Tequila Cascahuin is known for its authentic flavors and select quality derived from the best cultivated agaves in the valleys area.

The word “Cascahuín”, a distinctive sign of our company, and the idea of ​​its founder Salvador Rosales Briseño, arises from the pre-Hispanic roots whose interpretation is “Cerro de Luz” or “Fiesta en el Cerro”

100% of Agave rests in spent American oak barrels and used for tequila for more than 20 years, the maturation or rest time lasts from 6 to 8 months in the barrels.

Clean and bright giving a straw yellow natural color of the worn barrel.

Fragrance of cooked agave and small aromas of honey and vanilla, followed by notes of dry land without losing the characteristic of agave.

Balanced flavors of sweet, cooked agave and wood (American oak) are denoted, this results in a pleasant combination with a silky finish.

Castleton Multi-Seed Rye Crackers

Earthy, aromatic, and satisfyingly crisp — Castleton’s Multi-Seed Rye Crackers are a cut above the standard cracker. Made with rye flour and enriched with caraway, sesame, and poppy seeds, these crackers deliver a depth of flavor that holds its own alongside bold cheeses, cured meats, and spreads. A touch of cocoa powder adds subtle complexity, while sea salt and a hint of brown sugar round out the profile beautifully.

Baked with real butter and crafted in small batches, these are the crackers that disappear first from any cheese board.

Serving Suggestions

A natural companion for aged cheddars, Gruyère, blue cheese, smoked salmon, pâté, and charcuterie. Also excellent with cream cheese, hummus, or simply enjoyed on their own.

Ingredients & Allergens

Unbleached enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), milk, rye flour, unsalted butter, brown sugar, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, caraway seeds, cocoa powder, vinegar, sea salt, kosher salt, baking soda.

Allergens: Contains wheat and dairy. Processed in a facility that uses tree nuts.

Producer Description 

Our Beespoke Gin is a grape to glass spirit distilled from grapes harvested for us in the Fingerlakes region of NY State. We distill and infuse it with juniper berries, coriander and pollinator friendly botanicals including milkweed which is essential to Monarch Butterflies. We proof this aromatic spirit with mountain spring water from our land, and don’t chill filter it. This leaves all it’s delectable flavors untouched, making it complex, elegant and balanced. Beespoke Is an aromatic, floral gin with hints of elderberry, sweet grape, juniper and citrus.

WE ARE COMMITTED!

Pollinators like the endangered Monarch, or “Wanderer” butterfly are integral to our ecosystem and we are committed to donating a percent of each sale to causes that protect them.

Producer Description 

Our Pollinator Gin is a grain-to-grass spirit distilled from non-GMO NY State corn and our wildflower honey, then infused with juniper berries and pollinator-friendly botanicals such as verbena, chamomile, and angelica. It is proofed down with pure, mineral-rich Catskill Mountain spring water to create an aromatic gin with a round, herbaceous bouquet and hints of citrus. 

HAPPY BEES MAKE BETTER HONEY ... AND GIN!

Pollinators like the honey bees keep our ecosystem buzzing and we are committed to donating a percent of each sale to causes that protect them.

Cazadores · Blanco Tequila · 80 Proof

Made with 100% Blue Weber agave in the Los Altos highlands of Jalisco. Bottled at 80 proof, Cazadores Blanco has a clean, fruit-forward profile for cocktails or sipping neat.

Expert Review

Beverage Testing Institute | Clear. Plantain custard, anise cookie, and sweet potato aromas. A soft, delicate entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body of sea salt, grilled papaya and pineapple, floral honey, and green peppercorn flavors. Finishes with a long, warming interplay of white pepper, star anise, and dried tropical fruit. Delicious.

Serving & Pairing

Pour neat, or use it in margaritas and palomas. At the table, pair with spicy tacos, ceviche, grilled fish, or fresh tropical fruit.

At a Glance

• Style: Blanco tequila
• Agave: 100% Blue Weber
• Origin: Los Altos highlands, Jalisco, Mexico
• Proof: 80
• Size: 750ml

A versatile Jalisco blanco with tropical fruit and a peppery finish.

CAZADORES · Reposado Tequila

From Los Altos, Mexico, CAZADORES Reposado brings together agave character and the influence of oak. The producer describes citrus and tropical fruit alongside vanilla and a smooth finish. Pour it neat to explore those flavors, or use it in a Paloma or Margarita; a plate of tacos al pastor makes a natural pairing.

Producer Description

The original Tequila CAZADORES Reposado creates the perfect balance of agave and woody flavors. Citrus and tropical fruits, vanilla notes and the customary smooth finish make this tequila a versatile option. Whether you want to expand your tequila palate or enjoy a more genuine drinking experience with your family and friends, this reposado tequila can be sipped neat or mixed into an easy alcohol drinks like a Paloma or Margarita cocktail. Pair this tequila reposado with tacos al pastor, enchiladas or tacos de carnitas to add to the festive experience. Production starts the day the agave is harvested and includes a two-stage fermentation process using a proprietary strain of yeast. It undergoes a double distillation process in small pot stills followed by aging in new American white oak barrels for up to a year. Born in Los Altos and bottled in its purest form, CAZADORES is a proud Mexican tequila.

CAZADORES · Producer Description

At a Glance

• Style: Reposado tequila
• Origin: Los Altos, Mexico
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Size: 750ml
• Production: Double distilled and aged in new American white oak barrels for up to a year, per the producer

Born in Utah and bottled with attitude, Chacho’s Mini Original Hot Sauce is a small-batch condiment with serious character. Made with a carefully balanced blend of chiles, vinegar, and spices, it delivers a bright, tangy heat that builds without overwhelming — the kind of hot sauce you reach for on everything from eggs and tacos to grilled meats and charcuterie boards. The 100ml mini bottle is perfectly sized for gifting, travel, or keeping on the table at all times.

Guy Charlemagne Champagne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs B.C. Origine Les Chétillons — Le Mesnil-sur-Oger 2012

Guy Charlemagne is one of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger’s most revered grower-producers, farming a precious parcel within Les Chétillons — one of the most celebrated single-vineyard Chardonnay sites in all of Champagne. The Charlemagne family tends nearly one hectare across four parcels in Les Chétillons and Les Chétillons de Haut, planted between 1970 and 1991 using massal selections on south- and east-facing slopes. The vines’ roots penetrate deep into exposed chalk, giving the wine its defining combination of concentration, salinity, and mineral precision. B.C. Origine is the estate’s most uncompromising expression: fermented in seasoned oak barrels, with malolactic fermentation completely blocked to preserve acidity and tension, and aged under natural cork — a labor-intensive technique known as tiré bouché liège practiced here since the 1988 vintage. The 2012 spent approximately 12 years on its lees before being disgorged by hand in May 2025. Production was limited to roughly 2,000 bottles — the first time this vintage was offered in a standard 750ml format.

In the glass: lemon oil, crisp orchard fruit, dried citrus, green apple, and white flowers layered with biscuit, almond, toasted bread, green tea, smoke, and subtle reductive notes. The palate is concentrated and sharply defined — fine mousse, vibrant acidity, a powerful chalk-driven backbone — leading into a remarkably long, saline finish of flint, mouthwatering bitterness, and persistent mineral tension. Best served in a white-wine or Burgundy-style glass, not a flute.

Vinous 92 — “The 2012 Blanc de Blancs Les Chétillons is creamy, open-knit and very easy to like. Lemon confit, marzipan, spice and floral overtones capture all the exuberance and radiance of the year.”

• Producer: Guy Charlemagne, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Champagne, France
• Vintage: 2012
• Appellation: Champagne Grand Cru
• Vineyard: Les Chétillons, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Style: Vintage Blanc de Blancs, Extra Brut
• Fermentation: Seasoned oak barrels; malolactic fermentation blocked
• Aging: ~12 years on lees under natural cork (tiré bouché liège)
• Bottled: February 2013 | Disgorged: May 2025
• Production: ~2,000 bottles
• Alcohol: 12.5% | Size: 750ml
• Serve: 48–54°F in a white-wine or Burgundy-style glass
• Best Paired With: Caviar, oysters, lobster, seared scallops, turbot, Dover sole, roasted poultry, aged Comté

A once-in-a-decade release from one of Le Mesnil’s most important growers — 12 years on the lees, ~2,000 bottles, and a chalk-driven precision that only Les Chétillons can deliver.

Expert Review

The Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | With touches of almond sweetness and a faint citrusy note on the smooth finish, this vodka made from corn and rye will please those seeking a pure, neutral canvas, with just enough nuance to keep things interesting.

Producer Description 

The art of making vodka is preserving the mouth-feel of what's being distilled. Charbay vodka is distilled one time, from Midwest grain. There is no need for charcoal filtration, so we don't do it. Using fantastic northern California water completes the process of giving you a very smooth, well rounded and clean, vodka experience.

Château de Laubade · Bas Armagnac · VSOP · Gascony, France · 750ml

Château de Laubade is one of the great estates of Bas-Armagnac — the most prestigious sub-region of the Armagnac appellation, located in the heart of Gascony in southwest France. Founded in 1870 and spanning over 400 hectares, Laubade is the largest single-estate producer in the appellation, farming its own vineyards and distilling exclusively on-site using traditional Armagnac alembic stills. Armagnac is France’s oldest brandy, predating Cognac by over a century, and Bas-Armagnac is its finest expression — lighter, more aromatic, and more terroir-driven than its more famous cousin. The VSOP is a blend of eaux-de-vie aged a minimum of four years in Gascon black oak, developing the complexity and elegance that has made Laubade a benchmark for the category. At $42.99, this is one of the most compelling values in aged French brandy.

Warm amber in the glass with a soft, inviting nose of ripe stone fruit, vanilla, dried plum, and a delicate floral lift — elegant and approachable from the first pour. On the palate: smooth and round, with flavors of ripe apricot, vanilla bean, and plum, framed by gentle spice and the subtle earthiness of Gascon oak. The finish is long, soft, and warming — a digestif of genuine refinement. Serve neat in a tulip glass after dinner, or pair with honey-glazed cheese, wild strawberries, or a light espresso. Also exceptional as the base for a classic Armagnac Sour or Gascon Old Fashioned.

• Producer: Château de Laubade (est. 1870, Bas-Armagnac)
• Expression: VSOP · Bas-Armagnac
• Origin: Bas-Armagnac, Gascony, France
• Aging: Minimum 4 years · Gascon black oak casks
• Distillation: Traditional Armagnac alembic still · Single estate
• Style: Elegant, aromatic, aged French brandy
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe stone fruit, vanilla, dried plum, apricot, floral lift, gentle spice, long soft finish
• Serve: Neat · Tulip glass · Honey cheese · Wild strawberries · Espresso · Armagnac Sour

France’s oldest brandy, Gascony’s finest estate — Bas-Armagnac at its most elegant.

Producer Description 

Bursts of summer florals typical of this region. Linden flowers, elderflower and apple blossom are followed by ripe orchard fruits. Freshness and youth. On both the nose and palate, enjoy the combination of fruits and floral - pears, apples, and a hint of linden flowers. 

Light yellow colour, vine flower and fruity taste (pear, apple). Powerful but round and smooth, Light and delicate tannins.

Cheap is just the name!

Don't let the name fool you — this Ukrainian corn vodka punches well above its price point. Distilled in Ukraine from corn, this 80 proof liter delivers a clean, smooth pour that holds its own in any cocktail or on the rocks.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Crystal clear
Aroma: Clean, neutral with subtle grain sweetness
Palate: Smooth, light-bodied, mild corn sweetness with a clean finish
Finish: Clean and crisp

Cocktail Pairings

• Vodka Soda
• Moscow Mule
• Bloody Mary
• Vodka Martini
• Screwdriver

Details

Origin: Ukraine
Base: Corn
Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
Size: 1 Liter

Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.

The Tasting Panel 96 Points | Perfumed with exotic spice and floral notes: sandalwood and jasmine mingle with lanolin, lime, and brown sugar. On the palate, these aromas, flavors, and spices merge for an exquisite mouthfeel. It simultaneously melts and sparks.

Chitosetsuru Junmai Daiginjo Suisei — Hokkaido, Japan

Nippon Seishu — the brewery behind Chitosetsuru — is one of Hokkaido's most celebrated sake producers, based in Sapporo and dedicated to expressing the unique terroir of Japan's northernmost main island through the art of sake brewing. Hokkaido is a region of exceptional natural resources: pristine soft spring water, cold winters ideal for slow, controlled fermentation, and a growing tradition of cultivating sake-specific rice varieties uniquely suited to the local climate. Chitosetsuru Junmai Daiginjo Suisei is one of the first sakes ever made from Hokkaido's native 'Suisei' rice variety — a local grain with low starch content that allows for a clean, dry sake of excellent structure and remarkable elegance. The rice is milled to 45% of its original size — the hallmark of Junmai Daiginjo, the highest classification in sake — removing the outer layers to reveal the pure, aromatic core of the grain. Fermented with Kyokai #1801 yeast and soft Hokkaido spring water, it is crafted to pair with the abundant seafood of the region: best with simply prepared dishes where the ingredients shine.

The nose is clean and aromatic: light, sweet steamed rice with delicate notes of Muscat and white flowers. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with a creamy texture — refined and precise, with a crisp, structured, dry finish that speaks to the low starch content of the Suisei rice. The quintessential Junmai Daiginjo — clean, elegant, and built for the table.

"This is the quintessential Junmai Daiginjo Sake. Junmai Daiginjo is made from highly polished rice making it clean, aromatic, and delicate. The elegance of this sake is the perfect pairing for light, delicate fish like flounder, red snapper, or sea bass." — Rand Sieger, 67Wine

• Brewery: Nippon Seishu (Chitosetsuru), Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
• Classification: Junmai Daiginjo
• Rice: Suisei — native Hokkaido variety, milled to 45%
• Water: Soft Hokkaido spring water
• Yeast: Kyokai #1801
• Sake Meter Value: −2 (slightly dry)
• Acidity: 1.3
• ABV: 15%
• Size: 720ml
• Tasting Notes: Sweet steamed rice, Muscat, white flowers, creamy texture, crisp dry structured finish
• Serve: Chilled (45–50°F)
• Best Paired With: Flounder, red snapper, sea bass, oysters, sashimi, lightly seasoned seafood, delicate white fish

Hokkaido's native Suisei rice, milled to perfection — Chitosetsuru Junmai Daiginjo is Japan's northernmost terroir in a glass.

Explore the Richness of Chivas Regal

Producer Description 

This 12 year old scotch whisky has been perfected to be smoother than a surfer in a barrel. This blended scotch whisky offers a tidal wave of Strathisla malt and grain, and blockbuster taste notes from luxurious honey and vanilla to ripe apple. 

It’s our warm, generous dram that’s born to thrill, and to steals hearts. Because success is a blend, in life and in scotch. Chivas, the original luxury blended scotch whisky, brings together the best malt and grain whiskies. Each component of malt, grain and whisky is special and unique, and when blended together they create something extraordinary.

Unveiling Chivas Regal's Profile

Chivas Regal Scotch 12 Year is renowned for its smooth and rich flavors. The blend combines the finest malt and grain whiskies, making it a luxurious choice for discerning drinkers. This Scotch whisky is aged for a minimum of 12 years, allowing it to develop a complex taste profile. The aroma is characterized by notes of honey, vanilla, and dried fruits, which make each sip a delightful experience.

Versatility in Enjoyment

This Scotch can be enjoyed in various ways. You can sip it neat, on the rocks, or as a base for cocktails. Many fans appreciate its harmonious balance of flavors that seamlessly blend with mixers, yet it stands strong on its own. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a quiet evening, Chivas Regal 12 Year offers an excellent option because of its versatility and character.

A Timeless Gift

Chivas Regal 12 Year also makes an outstanding gift for lovers of fine spirits. Its elegant packaging combined with its prestigious reputation makes it a fantastic choice for birthdays, holidays, or corporate events. The rich heritage of Chivas Regal ensures that this Scotch is not just a drink, but a cherished experience, and perfect for creating memorable moments with friends and family.

Chiyonosono · Sacred Power Junmai Ginjo · Kyushu, Japan · 300ml

Chiyonosono's Sacred Power is crafted with house-cultivated Kyushu Shinriki rice and Kumamoto yeast. The rice is polished to 55% of its original size, removing 45% of the grain, for a junmai ginjo with a rich, mellow character.

Tasting Notes

Aromas of hay, lemongrass and tropical fruit introduce a silky, full-flavored palate. Fruit notes mingle with saline accents and savory umami, finishing with uplifting brightness and acidity. The 300ml bottle is an inviting choice for exploring this sake alongside a meal.

Producer Description

Chiyonosono's Sacred Power was crafted with Kyushu Shinriki rice (their own house-cultivated variety) and Kumamoto yeast. The Seimaibuai value is 55%, meaning 45% of the grain was polished away.

This is a rich, mellow, full-flavored sake with aromas of hay, lemongrass and tropical fruits. On the silky palate, those fruits couple with accents of saline and savory umami flavors, finishing with uplifting brightness and acidity. Enjoy with selections from the raw bar, sushi and sautéed greens and veggies.

Pairing Suggestions

Enjoy with selections from the raw bar, sushi, sautéed greens and vegetables. Its combination of fruit, savory depth and bright acidity offers plenty to explore at the table.

Sake Details

• Producer: Chiyonosono
• Expression: Sacred Power
• Style: Junmai Ginjo
• Region: Kyushu, Japan
• Rice: Kyushu Shinriki, house-cultivated
• Yeast: Kumamoto
• Rice Polishing Ratio: 55% remaining
• Size: 300ml

Rich texture, savory depth and a bright finish in a compact bottle.

Chopin Vodka Family Reserve — Poland

Chopin is Poland’s most celebrated vodka distillery, and Family Reserve is its most extraordinary expression — a once-in-a-decade release that begins with a single exceptional potato harvest. Every year, Chopin plants special varieties of potatoes on their estate in Krzesk, searching for the rare growing season that produces something truly remarkable. The 2016 harvest was that season. Harvested at the peak of summer, when the potatoes were still young and their skins still tender, the spirit was carefully distilled to retain as much sweet earthiness as possible — then rested for two years in 50-year-old oak barrels before being bottled by hand. The result is the world’s first rested, super-premium potato vodka: a spirit of extraordinary complexity and refinement that transcends the category entirely.

Crystal clear with subtle golden hints from oak aging. The nose offers hints of spice accenting a gentle sweet musk. On the palate, gentle earthy sweetness opens first, followed by understated notes of licorice and clove, a velvety mouthfeel, and a medium-long finish of lingering warmth. Best enjoyed neat or in a classic martini — anything more would be a waste.

• Distillery: Chopin Distillery, Krzesk, Poland
• Expression: Family Reserve — 2016 Harvest
• Base: Estate-grown potato
• Aging: 2 years in 50-year-old oak barrels
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Bottling: Hand-bottled
• Size: 750ml
• Nose: Spice, gentle sweet musk
• Palate: Earthy sweetness, licorice, clove, velvety texture
• Finish: Medium-long, lingering warmth
• Best Enjoyed: Neat or in a classic martini

The world’s first rested potato vodka — Chopin Family Reserve is a once-in-a-decade spirit from Poland’s most celebrated distillery.

Christian Drouin Calvados Coeur de Lion Sélection — Pays d’Auge, Normandy | 375ml

In the heart of Normandy’s Pays d’Auge — the most prestigious appellation within Calvados — the Drouin family has been distilling apple and pear spirits for generations. Christian Drouin is one of the region’s most respected names, celebrated for Calvados of exceptional finesse and authenticity, crafted from hand-selected fruit grown in the estate’s own orchards. The Coeur de Lion Sélection is the entry point into the Drouin range and a beautifully balanced introduction to the world of Calvados: the sharp freshness of perry pears combined with the smoothness of cider apples, distilled in a column still and aged in old, lightly used casks that preserve the subtle balance of fresh fruit without imposing heavy wood character. The 375ml format is the ideal size for gifting, exploring, or keeping on the bar. 

The nose is inviting and fragrant: fresh apple, ripe pear, and delicate floral notes. On the palate, it is smooth and beautifully balanced, with crisp perry pear and ripe cider apple framed by a clean, fresh, gently warming finish. Approachable, versatile, and genuinely delicious — equally at home as an aperitif long drink, a cocktail base, or a culinary ingredient.

• Producer: Christian Drouin, Coudray-Rabut, Pays d’Auge, Normandy, France
• Expression: Coeur de Lion Sélection
• Style: Calvados AOC — apple & perry pear, column still, old cask aging
• Size: 375ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh apple, ripe pear, floral notes, smooth, clean warming finish
• Best Served: Long drink over ice with tonic; aperitif; cocktails; gourmet cooking (tarte tatin, cream sauces, pork dishes)

A Pays d’Auge Calvados of rare freshness and balance — Christian Drouin Coeur de Lion is the benchmark for what approachable Normandy Calvados can be.

Producer Description

Ciroc Passion is crafted with vodka from fine French grapes that lend a distinctive citrus taste. Infused with the taste of the tropics, this is vodka bursting with fresh-tasting pineapple, passion fruit, and citrus. Limited.

Producer Description 

Crafted with flavor in mind, CÎROC Passion is distilled from fine French grapes and masterfully infused with an exotic blend inspired by the tropics. Featuring notes of pineapple, mango, citrus, hibiscus, and other natural flavors, it offers a taste experience that's both lusciously unique and elegantly smooth.

As a finishing touch, the vodka is encased in a bottle with a distinctive ombre colorway of purple and orange resembling the bright tones of sunset with sleek gold lettering that's sure to stand out on any table. 

Most vodka begins with grain. Cîroc begins with grapes — a distinction that sets it apart from virtually everything else on the shelf and delivers a smoothness that grain simply cannot replicate. Crafted in the Gaillac and Cognac regions of southern France, Cîroc sources fine French grapes and subjects them to five distillations, the final one in a tailor-made copper pot still — a technique borrowed from the world of Cognac and applied here with singular precision.

The result is an ultra-premium vodka of unmistakable character: lusciously smooth, with a clean and refined texture and delicate citrus aromatics that lift the nose without overwhelming it. Lightly sweet on the palate, it finishes with an elegance that justifies both the process and the provenance.

Snap Frost is the original expression — the one that built the reputation. At 80 proof, it is calibrated for versatility: exceptional neat or on the rocks, and a natural foundation for elevated cocktails that deserve a vodka worth tasting.

• Producer: Cîroc
• Base: Fine French Grapes
• Distillation: Five times, finished in copper pot still
• Origin: France (Gaillac & Cognac regions)
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Format: 750ml

Serving Suggestions: Exceptional neat, on the rocks, or in a classic Vodka Martini, Cosmopolitan, or Vodka Soda. Pairs well with light appetizers, smoked salmon, or caviar.

Citadelle Gin de France Rouge — Cognac, France — 700ml

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 sourced from around the world. Rouge is their most vibrant expression — built on that same classic Citadelle foundation and elevated with an infusion of fresh red fruits and rhubarb. The result is a gin that is fruity, aromatic, and completely natural, with no artificial colors or flavors. Crystal-clear in the glass, it delivers all the complexity of a great dry gin with a lush, berry-driven character that makes it as versatile as it is delicious.

Fresh and aromatic on the nose, with vivid cranberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, and the distinct sharpness of rhubarb layered over Citadelle's classic botanical backbone. On the palate, the red fruit swirls with juicy, tangy energy — bright, dry, and refreshing, with the depth and structure of 19 botanicals underneath. The finish is clean, fruity, and lingering.

Built on Citadelle's 19-botanical foundation — infused with cranberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, and rhubarb. Fruity, natural, and crystal-clear.

• Producer: Citadelle, Cognac, France
• Style: Dry Gin — Red Fruit Infusion
• Botanicals: 19 original Citadelle botanicals + cranberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, rhubarb
• Character: Fruity, aromatic, completely natural — no artificial colors or flavors
• Size: 700ml
• Tasting Notes: Cranberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackcurrant, rhubarb, bright acidity, dry finish
• Best Served: Over ice with tonic, in a Negroni Rouge, or as a spritz with sparkling water and fresh berries

France's most celebrated gin house meets the season's best red fruits — Citadelle Rouge is the benchmark for what a fruit-infused dry gin can be.

Producer Description 

Before dusk, there is a delightful moment when darkness embraces the light. This precious moment inspired this combination of spirits, pouring into a shimmering glass decanter fused to a night-colored ceramic base. 

Clase Azul Tequila Gold is an incomparable tequila joven, a blend that combines Clase Azul Tequila Plata with a special reposado tequila matured in French oak casks and an eight-year-old Extra Añejo aged in American whiskey casks and finished in sherry casks.

Soft amber with golden sparkles. Medium body.

Agave syrup, green apple, orange peel, fresh fig, raisins, light note of almond and walnut. Toasted wood, fig, green olive, ginger, cocoa / dark chocolate.

Recommended with seafood and fish with high-fat content (tuna, salmon, octopus, lobster, shrimp, mussels, and clams) cooked with butter and yellow lemon (avoid limes). Kalamata olive tapenade and brie cheese tapas. Semi-bitter or white chocolate with citrus jam or citrus ice cream.

Decanter |
The Clase Azul Tequila Gold decanter challenges the impossible: its shimmering glass is fused against a black ceramic base, a technique that took our experts 6 years to develop.

Producer Description 

Crystal clear with light straw-colored highlights. Full bodied. Aromas of grapefruit skin, fresh wood, rosemary, peanut oil, hints of butter and daisy flowers. Flavors of fresh wood, seaweed, lemon juice, pepper and light notes of tobacco. 

The vibrant cap of this decanter features beautiful representations of hummingbirds handcrafted using traditional lacquering techniques. Due to its technical and material complexity, our artisans dedicate up to ten days to its creation. 

Producer Description 

This creation symbolizes our journey: how far we’ve come these past 25 years as well as the brilliant future that awaits us. It is also a way for us to thank all the people who have been part of this journey: the talented artisans, all those who are part of the Clase Azul family, and, of course, everyone who has brought a small piece of our Exquisite Mexico into their homes.

To celebrate our legacy, we’ve created our first decanter completely painted in our distinctive cobalt blue color. Inspired by dandelion seeds being carried by the wind, its feathered motifs embody Clase Azul México's expansion across the world. Twenty-five of the brushstrokes that grace the surface of the decanter have been hand painted in platinum; one for each year of our history.

The tequila created for this edition pays homage to our signature Clase Azul Tequila Reposado. Our Master Distiller, Viridiana Tinoco, reimagined its creation to give it a special touch.

Part of the agave used to make this blend was milled using a traditional stone mill called a tahona, a practice that dates back to the origins of tequila.

In addition, the fermentation process was extended to accentuate the liquid’s citrus and fruity notes. This blend was aged for eight months in two different first-use American whiskey casks, each one imparting its own distinct and rich tasting notes.

Producer Description 

Intense amber in color, the Clase Azul Reposado presents aromas of wood, vanilla and toffee caramel. On the palate, it is silky, rich and smooth, offering notes of cooked agave, wood and vanilla.

Producer Description 

Fresh Oregon and Washington cherries are crushed, fermented, and distilled into clear, delicate Cherry Brandy, also known as Kirschwasser. In German, Kirschwasser translates to “cherry water”, and is an integral ingredient in Swiss fondue.

We use dark, sweet table cherries, giving the spirit a soft aroma of vanilla and almond. 

Producer Description 

100% malted rye. Full rye body. The roughness of most ryes is here tamed by the small cognac potstill. Fabulous. 

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2021

The Wine Advocate 99 Points | Colgin's 2021 IX Estate is a rich, opulent example, with layers of ripe black cherries and dark chocolate punctuated by hints of sage and bay leaf, plus some vaguely floral notes (violets?). Full-bodied, concentrated, velvety and long, it's another terrific wine that showcases the potential of Pritchard Hill, the investment by the owners and the talent of the winemaking team.

James Suckling 99 Points | Red currant, lead pencil and terra cotta aromas with some bay leaf and sage. Full-bodied with tight, firm tannins that are polished and very fine. Turns to graphite. Extremely long, refined, polished and exquisite. Best after 2028.

98+ Points Jeb Dunnuck | I’d wager a Napa Valley legend in the making, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon IX Estate comes from the estate vineyard on Pritchard Hill, and if there was ever a classification of terroirs in the valley, this would check in near the top of the list. Deep purple-hued, with awesome aromatics of pure cassis, graphite, crushed stone, and subtle floral hints, this has that rare mix of power and elegance that defines so many great wines. Full-bodied, concentrated, and flawlessly balanced, it has no shortage of structure and is going to need 7-8 years, if not a decade, to hit full maturity, where it will hold for 2-3 decade.

98 Points Vinous | The 2021 IX Estate is such an elegant wine. Sleek, aromatic and refined, the 2021 is one of the most polished young wines I have tasted from this site. Red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mint abound. Silky and delineated, the 2021 is exceptionally beautiful and balanced. Clean saline notes and veins of tannin extend the explosive, sublime finish. 

Winemaker Description 

One of the "cult" producers to crop up in the early 1990s, Colgin Cellars' first vintage was in 1992, with fruit purchased from the Herb Lamb Vineyard, located on the lower slopes of Howell Mountain, just low enough not to be part of the Howell Mountain AVA. Colgin would later go on to buy land and develop vineyards at Tychson Hill (westside Saint Helena, purchased 1996) and IX Estate (Pritchard Hill, purchased in 1998). In 2017, Ann Colgin and her husband, Joe Wender, sold a controlling interest in Colgin Cellars to LVMH but remain active in the business.

Today, Colgin owns six acres of vines at Tychson Hill and 20 acres of vines at IX Estate, with 11 more acres there currently being developed. Cariad comes primarily from the Abreu-farmed Madrona Ranch, on the western side of Saint Helena. Director of Winemaking Allison Tauziet has been with Colgin since 2005, when she joined as assistant winemaker, so she is nearing 20 years of experience with these wines.

To put the new-release 2021s in perspective, Colgin, Wender and Tauziet presented three vintages each of the four wines reviewed this issue—2016, 2018 and 2021. I guess it will surprise no one that these are all gorgeous wines, given the positive press and numerous accolades bestowed on previous vintages, but it is encouraging to see that success and age hasn't slowed down the Colgin team's pursuit of excellence. I've included my ratings and reviews of the older vintages so readers can compare my impressions to those of my predecessor. Like many other producers, Colgin bottled no wines in 2020. 

One of the most coveted limited releases in American whiskey, the Colonel E.H. Taylor Four Grain Bourbon is a masterclass in grain complexity and barrel craft. Produced at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, this exceptional bourbon uses a rare mash bill of four grains — corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley — to create a whiskey of remarkable depth, balance, and character. A true collector's bottle.

The E.H. Taylor Legacy

Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr. is one of the founding fathers of the American bourbon industry. A visionary distiller and legislator, Taylor was instrumental in passing the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, which established the first federal quality standards for American whiskey. The E.H. Taylor line from Buffalo Trace honors his legacy with small-batch, meticulously crafted releases that represent the pinnacle of Kentucky bourbon.

Tasting Profile

Opens with an inviting, complex aroma of rich caramel, sweet vanilla, and caramel corn. The palate delivers remarkable depth — layers of grain complexity, subtle smokiness, and well-integrated oak tannins. The four grains interact beautifully with the charred oak barrel, maintaining a smooth, even balance throughout. The finish is long, warm, and deeply satisfying. Unique, refined, and unmistakably Taylor.

Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky

Mash Bill

Corn, Rye, Wheat, Malted Barley

Region

Kentucky, USA

Format

750ml

Bottling

Bottled-in-Bond, 100 Proof

Why Four Grain?

Most bourbons use a three-grain mash bill. The addition of a fourth grain — wheat alongside the traditional corn, rye, and malted barley — adds a layer of softness and complexity that sets this release apart. It's a rare expression that showcases Buffalo Trace's mastery of grain selection and barrel aging, and one of the most sought-after limited releases in the Taylor lineup.

Collector's Notes

The Colonel E.H. Taylor Four Grain is a limited annual release with extremely restricted allocation. Bottles are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. Best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube to allow the full complexity to unfold.

Producer Description 

Orchard fruit notes are common to both Calvados and Scotch malt whisky. Many Calvados producers double-distil in pot stills, just like their Scottish cousins. Maturation in French oak is another aspect of their shared DNA.

These two spirits share richness, sweetness and complexity; the Calvados lends an intensity and length to the finish which enhances the character of the Scotch whiskies.

Serve over ice, mix with amari and vermouth into a unique twist on a boulevardier, or pair with a deliciously sweet tarte tatin. 

We think you’ll agree that these two spirits really do have an affinity for one another. 

Producer Description 

Compass Box Artist Blend is a tribute to Edinburgh and all of the painters and performers, writers and restaurateurs, who call it home. Scotland’s capital city and Scotch whisky are both ideal platforms from which to create beautiful things.

The vibrancy of Artist Blend will please the palates of the most discerning single malt enthusiasts, while exacting bartenders will appreciate its versatility.