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Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Bright topaz in the glass, this 12-year-old blend of over 40 whiskies has a pleasant fresh apple and vanilla scent. Polished, versatile and flavorful, look for creamy caramel and vanilla accented by dried orange peel and honeysuckle. - K.N. 

Producer Description 

Johnnie Walker has the luxury of having exclusive access to Scotland's very best whiskies, ranging from the powerful west coast malts all the way to the more subtle east coast flavors. Black Label draws upon all these aromas to create a unique blend with a smooth, deep and 
complex character.

Black Label retains the authenticity of its creator and currently outsells every other deluxe blended Scotch whisky around the globe. That it's stood the test of time is a testament to the pioneering spirit and the skills of the House of Walker. 

Glenlivet 12 Year Single Malt Double Oak Scotch Speyside 750ml

Distillery Notes

The Glenlivet 12 Year Double Oak is the definitive expression of Speyside elegance — the whisky that established the benchmark for the entire region. Matured first in traditional American oak casks, then finished in first-fill European oak, this double-maturation process adds a layer of richness and complexity that sets it apart. Approachable yet sophisticated, it is the perfect introduction to single malt Scotch and a perennial favorite for seasoned enthusiasts alike.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 90–95 Points — Off-dry malted barley and light toffee greet the nose alongside flowery fragrances of heather, rose petal, and pine. Entry features sweet grain and candied apricot; the midpalate is mellow, malty, and fruity — white raisins, apricots — and thoroughly sophisticated. Ends on a buttery note. Remains the Speyside benchmark.

Whisky Details

Producer: The Glenlivet Distillery
Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 Years
Maturation: American Oak + First-Fill European Oak (Double Oak)
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Size: 750ml
ABV: 40%

Producer Description 

Jameson Original is a blend of pot still and fine grain whiskeys that is as versatile as it is smooth. Triple-distilled and aged for a minimum of 4 years, this is the timeless whiskey that turned our green bottle into an icon.

To the nose, Jameson has a light floral fragrance, peppered with spicy wood and sweet notes. Perfect balance of spicy, nutty and vanilla notes with hints of sweet sherry and exceptional smoothness. 

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Bright topaz in the glass, this 12-year-old blend of over 40 whiskies has a pleasant fresh apple and vanilla scent. Polished, versatile and flavorful, look for creamy caramel and vanilla accented by dried orange peel and honeysuckle. - K.N. 

Producer Description 

Johnnie Walker has the luxury of having exclusive access to Scotland's very best whiskies, ranging from the powerful west coast malts all the way to the more subtle east coast flavors. Black Label draws upon all these aromas to create a unique blend with a smooth, deep and 
complex character.

Black Label retains the authenticity of its creator and currently outsells every other deluxe blended Scotch whisky around the globe. That it's stood the test of time is a testament to the pioneering spirit and the skills of the House of Walker. 

Fireball | Cinnamon Whisky | Canada | 750ml

Fireball Cinnamon Whisky is one of the world's best-selling flavored spirits — a cult phenomenon that has earned its place behind every bar and in every party freezer. Born in Canada and beloved globally, Fireball is a blend of Canadian whisky and natural cinnamon flavoring that delivers a bold, warming heat with a sweet, spicy finish that keeps you coming back for more.

The concept is simple and the execution is perfect: the smooth base of Canadian whisky provides the backbone, while the intense cinnamon flavoring delivers that signature fiery kick — sweet up front, hot on the finish, and impossible to forget. Whether you're shooting it ice-cold, mixing it into cocktails, or sipping it straight, Fireball brings the heat every time.

Best served ice-cold as a shot. Also excellent mixed with apple cider, ginger beer, pineapple juice, or cola. Try a Fiery Mule: Fireball, ginger beer, and a squeeze of lime over ice.

• Producer: Sazerac Company
• Style: Cinnamon Flavored Whisky
• Base: Canadian Whisky
• Alcohol: 33% ABV (66 Proof)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Producer Description 

A blend of our rarest malts and most superior grains, matured to their peak, Johnnie Walker Blue Label represents our highest achievement. Blue Label recreated the flavors of the Walkers' early whiskies, in a bottle that also takes its design from the 19th century.

Every single component of the exceptional blend has been handpicked from exclusive distilleries, some of which are no longer in existence. We draw these components from extradordinary casks, usually one in every two million. As soon as they're discovered, they're set aside for Blue Label and matured until their absolute peak - however long that may take.

Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey · 375ml

Fireball brings a bold cinnamon taste and a whisky kick in a 375ml bottle. It is an easy size to bring to a gathering, pour over ice, or mix into a simple drink when you want cinnamon to lead.

Producer Description

A cinnamon whisky. Dr McGillicuddy's Fireball starts with the unmistakable taste of cinnamon and ends with a fiesty kick of whisky. It is great as a shot, on the rocks, with cola or cranberry juice or in one's own creation.

Producer Description

Serving Ideas & Details

Serve as a chilled shot, over ice, or mixed with cola or cranberry juice, as suggested in the producer description.

• Product: Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
• Flavor: Cinnamon
• Size: 375ml

Each time you sip J&B Rare, 42 different whiskies pass you lips. They are carefully blended together to create a subtle, smpoth and complex flavour. The delicate balance is what gives J&B Rare its distinctive character. If we took even one whisky away you would taste the difference. 

The heart of J&B Rare is formed by Speyside Malt Whiskies. They provide the fruity,fresh quality you can taste, and give J&B its light colour. Speyside is recognised as the superior area in Scotland for making malts. 

Rich, elegant, and deeply aromatic, the Kozaemon Junmai Umeshu is a premium Japanese plum liqueur crafted with exceptional care at the historic Nakashima Brewery in Gifu Prefecture. Made from sun-ripened ume plums sourced from Wakayama — Japan's most celebrated ume-growing region — and steeped in Kozaemon's own Junmai sake, this is umeshu at its most refined: complex, balanced, and unmistakably Japanese.

Kozaemon & Nakashima Brewery

Founded in 1702 in Minokamo, Gifu Prefecture, Nakashima Brewery is one of Japan's most respected sake producers. The Kozaemon label represents their finest expressions — crafted using traditional techniques, locally sourced Hida Minori rice, and the pure soft waters of the Hida River. Their Junmai Umeshu applies this same philosophy to Japan's beloved plum liqueur tradition, using their own sake as the base rather than the more common shochu or neutral spirit.

Tasting Profile

Deep amber with a luminous clarity. The nose is intensely aromatic — ripe ume plum, apricot, and a gentle floral sweetness with hints of almond. On the palate it's luscious and full-bodied with bright natural acidity cutting through the sweetness, layers of ripe stone fruit, and a long, warming finish. Beautifully balanced between sweet and tart, rich and refreshing.

Producer

Nakashima Brewery (Kozaemon), Minokamo, Gifu Prefecture

Base

Junmai Sake

Ume Source

Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Country

Japan

Format

500ml

What is Umeshu?

Umeshu is a traditional Japanese liqueur made by steeping ume — a stone fruit related to both plum and apricot — in alcohol with sugar. While most commercial umeshu uses shochu or neutral spirits as the base, premium producers like Kozaemon use sake, adding a layer of grain complexity and umami depth that elevates the liqueur far beyond the ordinary. The result is a drink of genuine sophistication.

Perfect Pairings & Serving

Serve chilled, on the rocks, or with sparkling water as a refreshing highball. Pairs beautifully with Japanese cuisine — sushi, yakitori, tempura — as well as soft cheeses, foie gras, and fruit-based desserts. Also exceptional as a digestif or aperitif.

Johnnie Walker · Red Label · Blended Scotch Whisky · Scotland · 1.0L

Johnnie Walker Red Label is the world’s best-selling Scotch whisky — a title earned through more than a century of blending expertise and an unwavering commitment to bold, characterful flavor. The Walker family built Red Label as a whisky for the world: drawing on malts from across Scotland’s four great whisky regions — Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside, and the Islands — to create a blend of universal appeal that holds its character whether served neat, on the rocks, or in a long drink. A flavor the Walker family has never compromised on. Now in a generous 1.0L format — the smart choice for the home bar.

Bold and characterful on the nose with smoky, spicy, and fruity notes. On the palate, it is robust and warming — vanilla, dried fruit, and a signature smoky finish that shines through even when mixed. Versatile, consistent, and built for every occasion from a Friday night G&W to a classic Highball.

• Producer: Johnnie Walker (Diageo), Scotland
• Style: Blended Scotch Whisky
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Regions: Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside & Islands
• Format: 1.0 Liter
• Tasting Notes: Smoke, spice, vanilla, dried fruit, bold and warming finish
• Serve: Neat · On the rocks · Highball with soda · Whisky & ginger · Classic cocktails

Blended Scotch Whisky — the world’s #1, bold and characterful across four Scottish regions. Built for mixing, built for sharing. 1.0L.

Where the story begins.
Complex, layered and unusually savory, Assemblage 1 established the essential IWA 5 signature: richness without heaviness, finely balanced aromatics, saline persistence and distinctive umami. This is the founding expression — the sake that introduced Richard Geoffroy's vision to the world.

Assemblage 1 introduced a sake grounded in Japanese tradition but deliberately unconventional in its pursuit of balance between aroma, palate, texture and finish. Its aromatic profile leans toward deeper, darker tones than one might expect from Junmai Daiginjo, while the palate is beautifully composed, savory and persistent.

Subtle fruit and vegetal notes evolve toward spice and wood as the sake warms, eventually revealing more bitter, saline and umami-driven dimensions with suggestions of iodine and licorice.

Assemblage 1 uses Yamada Nishiki, Omachi and Gohyakumangoku rice, five yeast strains, predominantly traditional Kimoto methods and reserve sake components. It is a Junmai Daiginjo with no added alcohol; its classification is based on a 50% polishing rate for the least-polished component.

Style: Complex · Savory · Layered · Saline · Umami-Rich

Serving: Fascinating across a range of temperatures; allow it to open in the glass. A compelling opportunity to experience where the entire Assemblage project began.

Assemblage 1 is the most foundational expression of IWA — the origin of a remarkable and ongoing story.

Producer: IWA 5  |  Region: Toyama, Japan  |  Type: Junmai Daiginjo  |  Volume: 720ml

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Bright topaz in the glass, this 12-year-old blend of over 40 whiskies has a pleasant fresh apple and vanilla scent. Polished, versatile and flavorful, look for creamy caramel and vanilla accented by dried orange peel and honeysuckle. - K.N. 

Producer Description 

Johnnie Walker has the luxury of having exclusive access to Scotland's very best whiskies, ranging from the powerful west coast malts all the way to the more subtle east coast flavors. Black Label draws upon all these aromas to create a unique blend with a smooth, deep and 
complex character.

Black Label retains the authenticity of its creator and currently outsells every other deluxe blended Scotch whisky around the globe. That it's stood the test of time is a testament to the pioneering spirit and the skills of the House of Walker. 

Kurosawa Nigori Sake — Nagano, Japan

Kurosawa Brewery has been crafting sake in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture since 1858 — over 160 years of unbroken tradition in one of Japan's most celebrated brewing regions. Nagano's pristine alpine water, cold winters, and clean mountain air create ideal conditions for slow, careful fermentation, and Kurosawa has long been a benchmark for accessible, honest sake that respects both tradition and the modern table.

Nigori — meaning "cloudy" in Japanese — is sake that has been coarsely filtered, leaving fine rice solids suspended in the bottle. The result is a milky, opaque appearance and a texture that is richer and more luscious than clear sake, with a natural sweetness that comes not from added sugar but from the unfermented rice itself. Kurosawa's Nigori is a textbook expression of the style: approachable, generous, and deeply satisfying.

Cloudy ivory in the glass with a soft, creamy pour. The nose is fresh and fruity — ripe pineapple, lychee, and a gentle floral note. On the palate it is smooth and medium-bodied, with a creamy texture, tropical fruit sweetness, and a clean, refreshing finish. Serve well chilled. Delicious on its own, and a natural partner for bold, spicy flavors.

• Brewery: Kurosawa Shuzo, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
• Founded: 1858
• Style: Nigori — Unfiltered, Semi-Sweet
• Region: Nagano, Japan
• ABV: 14.9%
• Size: 720ml
• Tasting Notes: Pineapple, lychee, floral, creamy texture, clean finish
• Best Paired With: Spicy Thai or Chinese dishes, sushi, tempura, mango desserts, soft cheeses

160 years of mountain brewing. One of Japan’s most beloved nigori — creamy, fruity, and endlessly approachable.

Producer Description 

Jameson Bow Street 18 Years is a special blend of rare pot still and grain Irish whiskeys produced at the Midleton distillery. After ageing for almost two decades, these whiskeys are married together and spend their final finishing period in our original home, at the Jameson Distillery Bow Street in Dublin.

Launched in 2018, this whiskey is our rarest release and is bottled once per year, at cask strength.

The nose is of rich wood-driven influence with deep toffee notes and spice. The taste is of toffee and oak remain consistent with hints of leather and vanilla along with a subtle sherry nuttiness creating depth and complexity. The finish is long and full with the sweet toffee notes slowly fading while the toasted oak and spice linger throughout until the very end.

Jameson Bow Street 18 Years is a special blend of rare pot still and grain Irish whiskeys produced at the Midleton distillery. After ageing for almost two decades, these whiskeys are married together and spend their final finishing period in our original home, at the Jameson Distillery Bow Street in Dublin.

Producer Description 

Nozawa Onsen Village, Kita Shinshu, is located about 90 minutes from Nagano City, in the Japanese Alps of Nagano Prefecture. Nozawa is a small village with a population of 3,600 that attracts skiers from all over the world during the powder snow season. The town gets its name from the famous natural mineral hot springs ‘onsen’, which date to the 8th century and has been a travel destination for Japanese nationals since the Edo period. The Nozawa Onsen Distillery is in the heart of the village, in a renovated canning factory, historically used by villagers for the preservation of both farmed and wild mountain vegetables.

Under the guidance of Head Distiller Isamu Yoneda, Nozawa Onsen Distillery Gins reflect the terroir of this remote village. Proud local traditions and unique festivals continue with a local community deeply protective of its unique culture and heritage.

In Nozawa Onsen, you can hear the sound of rushing water everywhere. Over the course of 50 years, the snowfall on the mountain top filters through the earth to become pure spring water flowing through the village.

Blessed with pristine mountain spring water and botanicals sourced from the peaks, slopes, and valley floor of Mt. Kenashi, you can taste the Spirit of Nozawa in every sip.
Tasting Note

Nozawa Onsen Iwai Gin is a celebration of the region’s Spring harvest season. The subtle flavors of sakura, plum and applewood deliver in this fruity and floral gin. Try it with tonic water on ice or mixed in a delicate cocktail.

Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey — Lynchburg, Tennessee, USA (1.0L)

Jack Daniel's is the world's best-selling American whiskey — and one of the most iconic spirits brands on earth. Founded in 1866 by Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel in Lynchburg, Moore County, Tennessee, the distillery is the oldest registered distillery in the United States and has been producing Old No. 7 from the same limestone cave spring water source for over 150 years. What sets Tennessee Whiskey apart from bourbon is the Lincoln County Process — a distinctive charcoal mellowing step in which the new spirit is slowly dripped through ten feet of sugar maple charcoal before entering the barrel, removing harsh notes and imparting the signature smoothness that defines Jack Daniel's character. The whiskey is then matured in handcrafted, new American oak barrels with a balance of sweet and oaky flavor, developing the vanilla, caramel, and toasted wood notes that have made Old No. 7 the benchmark of the category. In 1.0L format, it is the ideal bottle for home bars, entertaining, and cocktail making.

The nose is smooth and inviting: pronounced vanilla, toasted oak, and a hint of caramel with the gentle sweetness of the charcoal mellowing process. On the palate, it is silky and balanced yet lush and intense — sweet oak, vanilla, and a warm, lingering finish with just the right amount of spice. A gorgeous iteration from America's top whiskey brand.

Tasting Panel 94 — "Smooth and toasted with pronounced vanilla notes; silky and balanced yet lush and intense. A gorgeous iteration from America's top whiskey brand."

• Distillery: Jack Daniel Distillery, Lynchburg, Moore County, Tennessee, USA (est. 1866)
• Style: Tennessee Whiskey (Sour Mash)
• Process: Lincoln County Process — charcoal mellowed through sugar maple charcoal
• Aging: Handcrafted new American oak barrels
• ABV: 40% (80 proof)
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, sweet and oaky, silky texture, warm spiced finish
• Best Served: Neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails
• Cocktail Pairings: Jack & Coke, Old Fashioned, Lynchburg Lemonade, whiskey sour, Tennessee mule

The world's most iconic Tennessee Whiskey in a generous 1.0L — Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 is charcoal mellowed, silky smooth, and built for every occasion.

The World's Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old is the expression that introduced millions to the world of single malt Scotch. Crafted at the family-owned Glenfiddich distillery in Speyside, Scotland, this iconic whisky has been setting the standard since 1963. Aged for a minimum of 12 years in the finest American oak and European oak casks, it delivers a signature fresh, fruity character that is unmistakably Glenfiddich.

Producer Description

Distinctively fresh and fruity with a hint of pear on the nose. The palate is characteristically sweet, with undertones of butterscotch, cream, malt and a hint of oak. It finishes long, smooth and mellow — see for yourself why this is one of the world's most popular single malts.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Pale golden
Aroma: Fresh pear, subtle oak, hints of cream and malt
Palate: Sweet butterscotch, cream, ripe fruit, gentle oak spice
Finish: Long, smooth, and mellow

Perfect Pairings

• Neat or with a drop of water
• Classic Whisky Sour
• Rob Roy
• Smoked salmon and charcuterie
• Dark chocolate

Details

Distillery: Glenfiddich
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Age: 12 Years
Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
Size: 750ml

Tasting Notes

Kurosawa Junmai Kimoto is medium-bodied and dry with vibrant aromas of banana, mango, and subtle spice. The palate reveals layered flavors of caramelized apple, coconut custard, dried pear, and honeyed fruit with a hint of smokiness and lightly earthy, mushroomy undertones. Complex yet harmonious, with a beautifully balanced finish.

About the Sake

Made using the rare, traditional Kimoto brewing method — which relies on native rather than cultured yeasts — this sake from Kurosawa Brewery in Nagano Prefecture delivers a slightly richer, earthier character than modern styles. The result is a sake of exceptional depth and versatility that rewards both casual drinkers and connoisseurs.

“Kimoto Sake is a traditional style relying on the use of native rather than cultured yeasts. This gives the sake a slightly richer, earthier character. Its rounder body and earthiness make it an excellent pairing for medium-fatty fish like yellowtail.” — Rand Sieger, 67Wine

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with yellowtail, salmon, sushi, grilled mushrooms, miso-glazed dishes, and light poultry. Enjoy cold or gently warmed.

Product Details

• Style: Junmai Kimoto
• Brewery: Kurosawa Brewery, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
• Format: 720ml
• Serve: Cold or warm

Junmai Ginjo Sake | Niigata, Japan
Size: 300ml  |  ABV: 15%  |  Light · Dry · Aromatic

Kikusui is one of Niigata Prefecture’s most celebrated sake breweries, renowned for producing clean, elegant sakes that reflect the region’s exceptionally pure snowmelt water and cool climate. Niigata is Japan’s sake heartland — a place where the combination of pristine water, premium rice, and centuries of brewing tradition produces sake of unmatched delicacy and refinement.

The Junmai Ginjo is a benchmark expression — approachable enough for beginners, refined enough for enthusiasts. Brewed from Gohyakumangoku rice polished to Ginjo standards, with no added distilled alcohol, it is light, dry, and beautifully aromatic. The nose opens with fresh cantaloupe and ripe banana; the palate is medium-bodied with refreshing mandarin orange overtones and a clean, comfortable finish. The 300ml format is perfect for solo enjoyment, a restaurant pour, or as an elegant introduction to premium Japanese sake.

“Light, dry, and beautifully aromatic — fresh cantaloupe, banana, and mandarin orange with a clean, comfortable finish. An elegant white wine alternative for any occasion.”
— Kikusui Sake Co.

Rice: Gohyakumangoku  |  Classification: Junmai Ginjo (no added alcohol)
Serve: Chilled, in a wine glass or sake cup.
Pairs with: Sushi, sashimi, light seafood, tofu dishes, or delicate Japanese cuisine.

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.

High West Double Rye is the flagship expression from Park City, Utah's celebrated High West Distillery — a pioneer of American craft whiskey and the art of blending. A harmonious marriage of column-still and pot-still rye whiskies, aged a minimum of two years, Double Rye is built to showcase the bold, spice-forward character of high-rye whiskey alongside an unexpected botanical brightness that sets it apart from the crowd.

The nose is complex and inviting: mint, clove, cinnamon, licorice root, pine nuts, and dark chocolate, with a surprising gin-like herbal quality woven throughout. On the palate, rye spice leads the charge — assertive and warming — before giving way to menthol, eucalyptus, wildflower honey, and allspice. The finish is long and satisfying, with cinnamon and mint gradually sweetening into a lingering hint of anise. Bold, layered, and endlessly sippable at 92 proof.

High West's approach to blending — sourcing and marrying whiskies of different ages, mash bills, and distillation methods — is rooted in the tradition of the great Scotch blenders, applied with a distinctly American spirit. Double Rye is the result: a whiskey greater than the sum of its parts.

Outstanding neat, with a splash of water, or on the rocks. A natural fit for Manhattans, Old Fashioneds, and Whiskey Sours. Equally at home by a campfire or at the bar.

Johnnie Walker Aged 18 Years blends big, classic Johnnie Walker flavors with intriguing contemporary notes of citrus and fragrant almonds. Initially sweet with a warm vanilla undercurrent and a suggestion of tangerines, it moves smoothly over the palate into a nutty, malty dryness before a long finish brings elegant suggestions of soft charcoal smokiness and a beautifully fading citrus zest. 

Tentaka ‘Hawk in the Heavens’ Junmai Tokubetsu Sake — Tochigi, Japan | 300ml

Tentaka — meaning “Hawk in the Heavens” — is one of Japan’s most distinctive sake breweries, located in Tochigi Prefecture north of Tokyo, where the cool mountain climate and pristine local water produce sake of exceptional character and depth. This Junmai Tokubetsu (“special pure rice”) is brewed without added alcohol and with extra care in rice selection and milling, resulting in a sake that is drier, more complex, and more food-friendly than most in its class. 

Dry and crisp, with a medium body and a rich, satisfying mouthfeel. The flavors are earthy and savory: mixed nuts, fresh-cut green grass, and subtle umami, with a lengthy, clean, dry finish that lingers with quiet elegance. This is a sake built for the table — serious, grounded, and deeply food-friendly.

• Brewery: Tentaka Shuzo, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
• Style: Junmai Tokubetsu — special pure rice sake, no added alcohol
• Size: 300ml
• Tasting Notes: Mixed nuts, fresh green grass, earthy umami, rich mouthfeel, long dry finish
• Best Paired With: Hearty grains, mushrooms, beef, lamb, BBQ, grilled vegetables, aged cheeses

A Tochigi Junmai Tokubetsu of rare depth and character — Tentaka ‘Hawk in the Heavens’ is the benchmark for what savory, food-driven sake can be.

Expert Review 

The Dalmore 12 is recognized as a whisky with character far beyond its age. The spirit is initially matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks, yielding soft vanilla and honey notes. A proportion of the spirit is then finessed in pinnacle Sherry casks, including 30-Year Old Matusalem Oloroso casks, exclusive to The Dalmore, to give the whisky a rich, nutty character.