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The Tasting Panel 93 Points | Clear and fragrant; sweet and spiced with notes of orange, white flowers, and cinnamon; smooth and long. This wheat distillate–based spirit undergoes two infusions with various botanicals and other ingredients. 

Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva · Venezuela · 750ml

Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva is a Venezuelan rum blended from reserves aged for up to twelve years. The producer’s description highlights orange peel, toffee and licorice aromas, followed by a smooth palate and a long-lasting toffee-fudge finish.

Serve it neat or over ice to explore those flavors, or use it in a rum variation on an Old Fashioned, Sazerac or Manhattan. Its sweet-toned profile makes it an inviting choice for an after-dinner pour.

Producer Description

The Reserva Exclusiva is a blend of exclusive rum reserves aged for up to twelve years. Opening up with aromas of orange peel, toffee and licorice, it is smooth on the palate, and follows on with notes of toffee fudge that offers a seductive, long-lasting finish.

Enjoy it neat or on the rocks, it is also a great rum for preparing classic cocktails such as Old Fashioned, Sazerac and Manhattan.

Diplomático · Producer Description

Historical producer note · 2002 ownership

Made in Venezuela and founded in 1959, Diplomático was bought in 2002 by a group of Venezuelan entrepreneurs and became a 100% privately owned Venezuelan company.

At a glance

• Producer: Diplomático
• Expression: Reserva Exclusiva
• Origin: Venezuela
• Spirit: Rum
• Aging: Blend of reserves aged for up to twelve years
• Aromas: Orange peel, toffee and licorice
• Palate: Smooth, with toffee-fudge notes and a long-lasting finish
• Size: 750ml
• Serving suggestions: Neat, on the rocks or in rum-based classic cocktails

A smooth Venezuelan rum with citrus, toffee and a lingering finish.

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Memo Summary Notes

Doce Mezcal Joven is a premium, women-owned artisanal spirit that has carved out a reputation for precision and balance. Produced in Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca—often called the "World Capital of Mezcal"—it is crafted by Maestra Mezcalera Margarita Blas.

Vinous 98 Points | One of the finest examples of 100% Folle Blanche in all of Armagnac. This 31-year-old is light copper, with a complex floral bouquet of rose and almond blossom along with aromas of fig and candied orange that roll onto the palate, developing seamlessly into gingerbread on the midpalate and finishing fresh with notes of mint and licorice and that go on forever. Pretty, delicate, yet still dense and intense. A beautiful spirit that justifies its price.

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Domaine Boingnères is, by and large, considered the benchmark of brandy from the Bas-Armagnac. The estate was acquired in 1807 by Jean- Baptiste Boingnères, ancestor of current proprietor, Martine Lafitte. Located in the small commune of Le Frêche, the area has perhaps the best growing soil of the region. The Boingnères estate vineyards cover 21 hectares, 13 of which are planted in Folle Blanche, 4.5 in Colombard, and 4 in Ugni Blanc. Martine’s focus on brandy distilled from Folle Blanche reflects her commitment to the noble varieties, though a Boingnères bottling of Baco can sometimes be found—an echo of distillation from her father’s time.

Much of the oak at Boingnères comes from the Gascon forests. Martine contracts trees every year, and the staves are air-dried next to one of the Boingnères chais. The staves are then fabricated into 420-liter barrels by the local tonnelier, Gilles Bartholomo. Gilles’s grandfather actually made the barrels for Martine’s grandfather more than 60 years ago! The barrels are stored in one of two chais, both of which are relatively dry. Consequently, the alcohol level descends very slowly, and even after 20 years, some barrels have only lost 3 degrees of alcohol!

Armagnac is traditionally bottled without being reduced in alcohol, and as Martine Lafitte is a strict traditionalist, the Armagnacs at Boingnères are released at cask strength to ensure their absolute purity.

The Reserve Speciale is distilled from approximately one-third each of Ugni Blanc, Colombard, and Folle Blanche (exact proportions will vary lot to lot) and aged in used, 420-liter French oak casks for a minimum of 5 years (again, age range will vary lot to lot). Aromas of melted marshmallow and orange zest are joined on the palate by fire and tannin. A savory finish of Castelvetrano olives and umami concludes this fascinating flavor arc. 48% ABV.

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Don Fulano Reposado is the great representative of the spirit of Don Fulano: a marriage of mature highland agave with French limousine oak. It’s rich and buttery, yet strangely delicate and ethereal at the same time.

Cooked agave fully expresses itself and blends seamlessly with an herbal sweetness, hints of mature fruit compote and dark chocolate. There’s also a slight spice element which emerges from its delicate finish.

A joy to sip on its own, paired with food or in a great cocktail.

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Don Fulano Añejo is a marriage of very old tequilas aged in French limousine and nevers oak casks that previously held wines.

It’s deep and complex with dried fruits and spice elements like cardamom and allspice which complement elegantly the right touch of sweetness that comes from slowly cooked mature agave. Honey and caramelized nuts emerge from a long finish together with a refreshing light menthol.

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Don Fulano Fuerte Blanco tequila is the original overproof; one of a kind, it is profoundly aromatic, full of spice and flavor and yet mellow with floral glimmers of Jasmin and orange blossom. It brings a direct connection with the agave fields, with its patient fermentation and its masterful distillation in copper alembics. Full bodied and generous in its complexity, its finish is full and prolonged. One for the connoisseur and epicurean, to sip neat or unbeatable in a fantastic cocktail.

Notes: Profoundly aromatic with floral glimmers of jasmin and orange blossom.

Palate: This overproof tequila fully shows its complex terroir, high minerality and wet cement.

Aroma: Yellow apple and cooked, mature agave round out this expression and make it soft and smooth despite its higher proof.

Nose: Grassines from volcanic well water shows in this pure and ethereal tequila.

Finish: Unusually generous in its complexity and long finish, this is a one-of-a-kind overproof.

Celebrated in exclusive cocktail bars, restaurants, and nightclubs, the iconic Don Julio 1942 Anejo Tequila is the choice of connoisseurs around the globe. Produced in small batches and aged for a minimum of two and a half years, Don Julio 1942 Anejo is handcrafted in tribute to the year that Don Julio González began his tequila-making journey.

Tasting Notes: It begins with rich caramel and chocolate on the nose that gives way to palate-coating flavors of agave, sun-ripened tropical fruits with vanilla-spiced undertones. The 1942 has a lingering finish of oak and rich vanilla.

Producer Description 

Don Julio 70® Añejo Claro Tequila is the culmination of 70 years of knowledge, expertise and innovation that brings the smoothness of a Blanco tequila and the complexity of an Añejo tequila together for a totally unique tequila experience. Don Julio 70® Añejo Claro Tequila is aged eighteen months in American white-oak barrels and then carefully filtered to bring out its crisp agave flavor. Aromas are crisp with traditional hints of Añejo. Taste is smooth in character with highlights of vanilla, honey and toasted oak. Lingering hints of oak followed by a clean, warm finish. 

Expert Review

90 Points Wine Enthusiast | 100 Agave limited edition tequila aged in American white oak for 18 months and filtered for more agave flavors. Crystal clear with smooth and light character, opening with citrus. Notes of vanilla, honey and toasted oak lead to a smooth lasting finish. Enjoy neat.

Don Julio Añejo Tequila 100% Blue Weber Agave

Don Julio González began his tequila-making journey in 1942 at the age of 17, with a vision to create something truly exceptional — a premium tequila that honored the agave and the land it came from. What he built in the Highlands of Jalisco became one of the most celebrated tequila houses in the world, and Don Julio Añejo stands as one of its finest expressions: a luxury tequila aged 18 months in American white-oak barrels, striking the perfect balance between agave character, oak complexity, and refined sweetness.

Rich, distinctive, and wonderfully complex, the Añejo opens with aromas of agave, vanilla, and toasted oak, leading to a palate of honey sweetness, butterscotch, and lightly spiced warmth. The finish is bright, long, and elegant — a tequila equally at home sipped neat, on the rocks, or in a premium cocktail. Crafted from 100% Blue Weber Agave and ready for any celebration.

Wine Enthusiast — 95 pts

“Aged a mere 18 months, this Tequila is well-balanced and sippable, with honey sweetness and a long butterscotch finish.”

Cocktail Pairings

• Don Julio Old Fashioned
• Añejo Negroni
• Premium Margarita
• Best sipped neat or on the rocks

Producer: Don Julio
Region: Highlands (Los Altos), Jalisco, Mexico
Agave: 100% Blue Weber Agave
Style: Añejo (18 months in American white-oak barrels)
ABV: 40% (80 proof)
Format: 750ml
Score: 95 pts Wine Enthusiast

Don Julio Blanco Silver Tequila — Jalisco, Mexico 750ml

Don Julio González began his tequila-making journey in the highlands of Jalisco in 1942, planting his Blue Agave plants closer together and at higher altitudes than anyone had done before — a revolutionary approach that produced richer, more flavorful agave. Today, Don Julio Blanco is the foundation of the Don Julio portfolio and one of the world’s most recognized premium tequilas. Double-distilled and made from 100% pure, unaged Blue Agave, it is the benchmark for what a great blanco tequila should be: crisp, clean, and unmistakably agave-forward.

Crystal clear in the glass, Don Julio Blanco opens with fresh agave and bright citrus on the nose. The palate is smooth and lively — crisp agave character with hints of citrus and a clean, refreshing finish. Versatile enough for cocktails, refined enough to sip neat or on the rocks.

“The tequila that changed the category — Don Julio Blanco is the gold standard for 100% Blue Agave silver tequila.”

• Producer: Don Julio, Jalisco, Mexico
• Style: Blanco (Silver) Tequila
• Agave: 100% Blue Agave
• Production: Double-distilled, unaged
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh agave, bright citrus, crisp and clean, smooth finish
• How to Enjoy: Neat, on the rocks, or as the foundation for Margaritas, Palomas, and craft cocktails
• Best Paired With: Fish tacos, ceviche, guacamole, grilled shrimp, citrus-forward dishes

The tequila that redefined a category — Don Julio Blanco is an essential bottle for any home bar or celebration.

Dark blackberry and dried cherry fruitiness, warm toasted oak tones, rich dark chocolate caramel, fresh cracked black pepper, rye spice, and brioche bread.

Dorothy Arzner Straight Rye Whiskey 3 Year

Dorothy Arzner made history when she became the first woman to direct a sound film, Manhattan Cocktail in 1928. Her directing career spanned the 1920s to the early 1940s. She launched the careers of many actresses including Katharine Hepburn and Lucille Ball. Later, in her teaching years at UCLA, she taught a young Francis Ford Coppola and gave him the confidence to become a film director. In honor of this free-spirited and independent woman were releasing a 3-year-old straight rye whiskey. 

Producer Description

Made from 100% mature. estate-grown blue weber agave, aged to perfection. A smooth, slightly sweet tequila displayed in a gorgeously hand-painted ceramic bottle. 

Vanilla notes give it some uniqueness. Hints of Caramel and Toffee. 

Aging: 3 years

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The Dos Artes Calavera Anejo Limited Edition stands out not just for its taste but also for its presentation. The bottle is beautifully crafted, showcasing a unique and intricate calavera (skull) design. This design is deeply rooted in Mexican culture, often associated with the Day of the Dead celebrations, making it a sought-after collector's item for many tequila enthusiasts.

In terms of flavor, while specific tasting notes for the edition remain elusive, Dos Artes tequilas have a reputation for their smooth and rich profiles. Expect to find hints of agave, oak, and other subtle nuances that are a testament to the meticulous aging process.

Speaking of production, Dos Artes takes pride in their traditional crafting methods. The agave plants, matured for several years, are carefully harvested, cooked, and distilled to produce a tequila that resonates with authenticity. The Anejo variant, in particular, undergoes a longer aging process in oak barrels. This not only imparts a deeper color but also enriches the flavor, distinguishing it from younger tequilas.

Given its limited edition nature, availability might be restricted, and it could command a premium price, especially considering its unique presentation and potential collector's value. Over the years, Dos Artes has been recognized with numerous awards for their tequilas, a testament to their unwavering commitment to quality and excellence.

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 MADE OUT OF 100% AGAVE

A unique blend of the finest Espadin agave, hand-selected from the hillsides of a small village in Oaxaca. Dos Hombres presents an appealing fragrance and a rich taste that engages the palate, ensuring the distinctive smoothness of our brand.

The aroma of apples and perfectly balanced Espadin agave tumble in first. Hidden freshness and subtle sweetness of fruit scents arise. Hints of "zapote" fruits merge.

A perfectly balanced and soft hint of the wooden barrels in which Mezcal is fermented.

A discreet, almost imperceptible smoky finish portraits the volcanic stone and firewood of our traditional earth-ovens.

The Shed Distillery · Drumshanbo, Ireland · 86 Proof

Deep in the heart of Connacht, in the small lakeside town of Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, master distiller PJ Rigney set out to create something the world had never tasted. Founded in 2014, The Shed Distillery was the first new distillery in Connacht in over 100 years. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is the result of years of patient craft — a slow-distilled gin that blends Eastern-inspired botanicals with the pure spring waters of the Arigna Mountains, creating a spirit as distinctive as the landscape that inspires it.

The gin takes its name from Gunpowder tea — a Chinese green tea whose rolled leaves resemble old gunpowder pellets — which is slow-steeped alongside an exotic blend of botanicals including Oriental grapefruit, meadowsweet, and caraway seeds. The result is a gin of remarkable complexity: bold citrus and floral notes on the nose, a bright, spice-forward palate, and a long, warming finish at 86 proof (43% ABV). Exceptional neat, on the rocks, or in a premium G&T.

• Producer: The Shed Distillery
• Origin: Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, Ireland
• Style: Irish Gin
• ABV: 43% (86 Proof)
• Format: 750ml
• Key Botanicals: Gunpowder tea, Oriental grapefruit, meadowsweet, caraway seeds
• Tasting Notes: Citrus, floral, spice, Gunpowder tea, warm finish
• Serve: Neat, on the rocks, premium G&T with cucumber & lime

One of the world’s most distinctive craft gins — a must-have for any serious spirits collection.

Producer Description

Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Vodka Sausage Tree is crafted at The Shed Distillery in Drumshanbo, County Leitrim, Ireland. Distilled from a blend of botanicals including the exotic Sausage Tree fruit (Kigelia africana), this vodka delivers a uniquely smooth and subtly fruity character. Slow-distilled in small batches with pure Irish water, it reflects the curiosity and craftsmanship that defines The Shed Distillery.

Enjoy neat, over ice, or as the foundation of a premium cocktail.

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Duncan Taylor was originally based out of Glasgow where they were merchants and brokers of Scotch whisky casks. They have been laying down casks from distilleries all over Scotland for decades and now have one of the largest privately-held collections of rare and vintage Scotch Whisky.

Islay is a great place to make whisky if you were living in the 1800s. Remote but great water and barley. In 1815 Laphroaig was founded by brothers Alexander and Donald Johnston. Donald tragically died in 1847 after falling into a vat of hot pot ale at the distillery. It became famous in the early 1900s as it became released as a single malt. It has always been known to produce a heavily peated style.

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It is extremely rare to find Laphroaig in independent bottlers and what a great whisky this must be if from Duncan Taylor! 

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James Suckling 92 Points | This is a youthful and fresh red with raspberries, lemons, clay and wild herbs on the nose. It’s medium-bodied, clean and mineral, with tight grained tannins and a fine and focused finish.

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Golden yellow color. Intense aroma dominated by the fruit, highlighting the peach and grapefruit. It has an easily noticeable acidity, involved in the volume and body of the wine. These taste sensations, together with the retro nasal aroma, give it personality and a long final persistence.

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Citrine yellow color. Intense and exuberant aroma, dominated by citrus fruits, where floral aromas are also noted. The acidity well present and involved in the volume of the wine that together with the retronasais aromas, give it a fresh and persistent finish.

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Foraged botanicals from the Dyfi UNESCO Biosphere are used for this small production Gin to showcase the brightness of wildflower meadows, the freshness of the estuary, and the richness of forest. Fresh bontanical aromas that follow on the palate with a hint of citrus that lingers on the finish. Great for a Gin and Tonic.

Effie’s Homemade Ginger Biscuits — Bold, Zesty & Perfectly Crisp

The first bite of an Effie’s biscuit is a moment of pure delight. More refined than a cookie, more dynamic than a cracker, Effie’s Ginger Biscuits deliver a bold, zesty ginger flavor balanced by a hint of sweetness and a crisp, buttery texture. Rooted in a rich farmhouse tradition, every batch honors the spirit of simple pleasures, shared generously.

Real ginger provides the kick — bright, warming, and unmistakable — while a light touch of salt on the finish keeps things lively. Whether savored on their own or paired with something special, these biscuits are endlessly versatile and utterly addictive.

Serving Suggestions

Exceptional with citrus curd, creamy mascarpone, or a mild soft cheese. A natural companion for tea, coffee, or lemonade. Equally at home on a cheese board or enjoyed as an indulgent solo snack.

Frequently Asked Questions

What gives these biscuits their kick?
Real ginger delivers bold, warming flavor balanced by a touch of sweetness and a bright salt finish.

How should I serve Ginger Biscuits?
Great with citrus curd, soft cheese, mascarpone, or a hot cup of tea. Also excellent on a cheese board alongside mild chèvre or brie.

Product Details

• Producer: Effie’s Homemade
• Style: Artisan ginger biscuit
• Flavor Profile: Bold ginger, lightly sweet, crisp and buttery
• Best Paired With: Cheese, citrus curd, tea, coffee