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Poised, precise and quietly complex.
Assemblage 6 presents a refined and highly detailed expression of IWA 5, combining exotic fruit, floral lift, savory depth and subtle bitterness in a remarkably controlled style. Notes of lychee, gardenia, green papaya, nori seaweed and dark chocolate create a sake that is both elegant and distinctive.

With Assemblage 6, IWA explores contrast through delicacy and depth. The aromatic profile is expressive yet composed, moving from bright floral and tropical notes toward more savory, mineral and umami-driven tones as the sake opens.

The nose begins with lychee and gardenia, bringing a fragrant, lifted character. With air, notes of green papaya emerge, followed by a subtle savory suggestion of nori seaweed and a darker, more complex note reminiscent of dark chocolate.

On the palate, Assemblage 6 is precise and finely structured. The texture is polished and seamless, with freshness carrying the sake from its bright opening through a more savory and contemplative middle. The finish is long, clean and quietly persistent, with delicate umami and bittersweet tones adding complexity.

The result is a Junmai Daiginjo of remarkable poise — layered and expressive without becoming heavy, and particularly compelling as it evolves in the glass.

Style: Poised · Precise · Lychee · Gardenia · Green Papaya · Nori · Dark Chocolate

Serving: Serve lightly chilled and allow it to warm gradually in the glass. Its combination of floral, savory and umami notes makes it especially versatile with food.

Assemblage 6 captures IWA's signature balance in a particularly refined form, offering elegance, complexity and a distinctive savory edge.

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

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. 

Producer Description 

Each year as part of the Parker's Heritage Collection, we select a special whiskey to be released in the name of our late Master Distiller Parker Beam. The barrels selected for this series include Bourbon, Rye, and Wheat Whiskeys, among others, and are some of the finest and most diverse American Whiskeys ever produced. They are a fitting tribute to the expertise of Parker Beam.

The 17^th edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection consists of 10-year-old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey pulled from 142 barrels. For this release, we used our traditional rye mashbill of 51% rye, 35% corn and 14% malted barley. It was barreled in August, October or December of 2012 and aged on the first floor of Rickhouse H1 and H2, the fifth floor of Rickhouse FF, the third and seventh floors of Rickhouse BB, and the second floor of Rickhouse DD.

At bottling, the liquid was non-chill filtered. This is only the second Rye in the collection and is the longest-aged Rye Whiskey in the Heaven Hill Distillery portfolio, making this a truly special edition. 

Producer Description 

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

Jokigen Junmai Sake Green Label — Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

Sakata Shuzo has been brewing sake in Yamagata Prefecture — in the Tohoku region of northern Japan — for generations, drawing on the soft, mineral-pure waters of Sakata and the cold mountain climate that makes Yamagata one of Japan’s most celebrated sake-producing regions. The brewery’s Jokigen label (“good mood” in Japanese) is a fitting name for a sake built around pleasure, generosity, and the kind of fruit-forward character that makes it as welcome at the casual table as at the considered dinner.

The Green Label Junmai is brewed from Hyogo-grown Yamada Nishiki rice — the undisputed king of sake rice — milled to 70% and fermented with Jokigen’s proprietary house yeast. Yamada Nishiki is prized for its large grain size, low protein content, and exceptional ability to develop glossy texture and tropical fruit character during fermentation. At SMV +2, this is technically dry, but the lush, fruity aromatics and medium-full body give it a richness and generosity that belies the numbers. An atypically fruity Junmai — and all the better for it.

Clear and bright in the glass. The nose is vibrant and inviting — fresh toasted grains, lush tropical fruit, and a lift of muscat grape. On the palate it is medium-full bodied with a beautiful glossy texture, flavors of fresh apple, muscat, and ripe stone fruit, and a soft but dry finish that keeps it food-friendly and endlessly sippable. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

• Brewery: Sakata Shuzo, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
• Style: Junmai
• Rice: Yamada Nishiki (Hyogo), milled to 70%
• Yeast: Jokigen House Yeast
• Water: Sakata Soft Water
• Sake Meter Value (SMV): +2 (dry)
• Acidity: 1.6
• ABV: 15%
• Size: 720ml
• Tasting Notes: Toasted grains, tropical fruit, fresh apple, muscat grape, glossy texture, soft dry finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled fatty salmon, roast chicken, Thai red curry, yakitori, miso-glazed vegetables

Yamada Nishiki rice. Yamagata soft water. A Junmai that rewrites what “dry” can taste like.

Producer Description 

The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve starts its journey in the finest American white oak ex-bourbon casks. The precious liquid is then split equally with half of the whisky remaining in the American white oak and the remainder transferred to aged Tawny Port pipes from W & J Graham’s vineyard in Portugal. They are then married back together to harmonize the flavors before bottling. Purposefully retained at 46.5% ABV to complement the enticing warm flavors of the Port and the classic taste of The Dalmore creating a whisky which is indulgent, smooth and complex.

Aromas of sweet red berries, Seville oranges, plummy fruits and sticky toffee pudding. Nectarines, creamy caramel, roasted chestnuts and Java coffee on the palate. Finishing notes of rich plums, sultanas, Sanguinello blood oranges and macerated cherries.

Producer Description 

The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey forms part of our Sherry Oak range, which features a series of single malt whiskies matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez for richness and complexity. A full-bodied palate of mature oak, ginger and raisin flavors is complemented by a light mahogany natural color.

It is an iconic Macallan with a robust flavor. It has aromas of dried fruits and fiery ginger, as well as sweet vanilla and warm cinnamon. The palate offers notes of raisins, cloves, orange, baking spices, and toasted oak, before developing orange zest, crystallized ginger and dried fruits that linger in the finish.

When matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain, our rich, fruity and full-bodied 'new make' spirit is transformed into an iconic single malt. Once filled, the maturing spirit remains undisturbed in the same casks for 18 years and is brought together in this rich and complex single malt characterized by mature oak, ginger and raisin flavors.

The Macallan's meticulous distilling process, as well as the insistence on only the finest ingredients, ensure that every sip of The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey exhibits unparalleled depth and complexity. Enjoy!

Expert Reviews

Falstaff Magazine - Harmonious aromas with notes of vanilla, sweet dried fruit, coffee, citrus and sherry nuances. Also very harmonious in the mouth with a sweet opening and an intense taste experience through to the long, spicy-sweet finish. - 94

Wine Enthusiast - Silky and downright succulent, this Scotch is made with two types of oak casks—as the DoubleWood name suggests—but it's really all about the influence of the ex-Sherry cask. Aromas suggest golden raisins and dried apricots. The silky palate starts out moderately smoky, but glides into a richer, honeyed, nutty profile that finishes with cocoa and clove accents.

Producer Description 

The Balvenie DoubleWood is a 12 year old Single Malt which gains its Distinctive Character from being matured in two woods. During its period of maturation The Balvenie DoubleWood is transferred from a Traditional Oak whisky cask to a First Fill Spanish Oak Sherry cask. Each stage lends different qualities to the resulting single malt- the traditional casks, having previously held Bourbon, soften and add character, whilst the Sherry Wood brings depth and fullness of flavour. 

Rowan's Creek Willet Distillery Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Rowan’s Creek is produced by the legendary Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky — one of the most respected craft bourbon operations in the country, family-owned by the Kulsveen family and deeply rooted in Kentucky distilling tradition. Named after the creek that runs through the Willett property, Rowan’s Creek is bottled at 100.1 proof and non-chill filtered, preserving the full texture and complexity of the spirit exactly as it comes off the still. This is a serious, well-crafted bourbon built for those who want more than the standard shelf.

Rich, oily, and layered — Rowan’s Creek opens with an inviting nose of caramel and vanilla over herbal and floral notes, then delivers a full, complex palate that finishes dry with lingering oak and spice. Non-chill filtration gives it a mouthfeel that is distinctly lush and satisfying, especially neat or with a single large ice cube.

"Bringing your nose to the glass and your olfactory is treated to caramel and vanilla layered on herbal and floral notes. The mouthfeel starts oily but finishes dry. On the palate you are treated to sweet caramel, vanilla, dusted in floral notes… finishing notes of oak and a lingering spiciness." — Willett Distillery

• Producer: Willett Distillery, Bardstown, Kentucky, USA
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Proof: 100.1 (50.05% ABV)
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Caramel, vanilla, herbal and floral notes, oily mouthfeel, dry finish, oak, lingering spice
• Best With: Neat, single large ice cube, or in a classic Manhattan or Old Fashioned

A craft Bardstown bourbon from one of Kentucky’s most storied distilling families — Rowan’s Creek is the bottle you reach for when you want something real.

Producer Description 

Like the accomplished third President of the U.S., this bourbon is complex, elegant and sophisticated. Jefferson’s Reserve is allowed to age slowly and reach maturity naturally. This results in a rich bouquet and flavor as well as a soft round finish.

Very old. Very small batch. Jefferson's ridiculously small batch bourbon. All men are created equal. The same can not be said about bourbon. Ridiculously small batch bourbons are produced by skillfully marrying a selection of barrels of various ages. It achieves the precision of a single-barrel bottling, while ensuring the complexity and consistency expected by fine bourbon aficionados. 

We invite you to experience the unique flavor of each Jefferson's brand: Jefferson's Ocean, Jefferson's Groth Reserve Cask Finishing. Jefferson's Chef's Collaboration and Jefferson's Barrel Finished Manhattan. Like our President, this bourbon is complex, elegant and full of sophistication. Jefferson's Reserve is allowed many years to age slowly and reach maturity naturally. This results in a bourbon with a rich bouquet, color and flavor as well as a softer, more rounded finish. It's bottled at 90.2 proof to satisfy the robust taste of traditional bourbon connoisseur, yet still smooth.

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Port Ellen, Islay / Scotland
Size: 750ml  |  Non Chill-Filtered

Ardbeg is one of Islay’s most legendary distilleries — a remote, windswept outpost on the southern shore of the island that has been producing some of Scotland’s most intensely peated single malts since 1815. For devotees of smoky whisky, Ardbeg is a pilgrimage destination; for everyone else, it is a revelation.

An Oa (pronounced “an-OH”, named for the Oa peninsula at Islay’s southern tip) is the most approachable expression in the Ardbeg range — and the most deliberately rounded. Its singular character comes from time spent in a bespoke oak Gathering Vat, where whiskies from multiple cask types — sweet Pedro Ximénez, spicy virgin charred oak, and intense ex-bourbon — are brought together to harmonize before bottling. The result is Ardbeg’s hallmark peat and dark chocolate, mellowed by a delectable smooth sweetness: aniseed, silky butterscotch, black pepper, and clove, rising to an intense crescendo of flavor. Non chill-filtered, as it should be.

“A dram with smoky power, mellowed by a delectable, smooth sweetness. Hallmark Ardbeg peat, dark chocolate and aniseed are wrapped in smooth, silky butterscotch, black pepper and clove, before rising to an intense crescendo of flavour.”
— Ardbeg Distillery

Casks: Pedro Ximénez · Virgin charred oak · Ex-bourbon · Gathering Vat finishing
Non chill-filtered
Serve: Neat or with a few drops of water to open the peat. Pairs with dark chocolate, smoked meats, or aged cheddar.

Redwood Empire Pipe Dream Bourbon | 90 Proof | 750ml | Sonoma County, California, USA

Rated 94 Points – The Tasting Panel & Wine Enthusiast | 91 Points – Wine Advocate

An award-winning California bourbon from Sonoma County, Pipe Dream is bottled at 90 proof and aged a minimum of four years in charred American oak barrels. It showcases the artistry of California craft distilling — honoring traditional bourbon-making while celebrating West Coast terroir and innovation.

• Distillery: Redwood Empire Whiskey
• Origin: Sonoma County, California, USA
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Style: California Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Proof: 90 (45% ABV)
• Aging: Minimum 4 years in charred American oak

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramelized pineapple, vanilla, toasted oak, sweet biscuit, and stone fruit
• Palate: Caramel, cocoa, Granny Smith apples in brown butter — milk chocolate and vanilla richness with water
• Finish: Honeyed floral notes, stony minerality, black pepper spice, and a bright lemony zing

Critical Acclaim

• 🏆 The Tasting Panel – 94 Points: "Aromas of caramelized pineapple, biscuit, and caramel... High-toned stone fruit glides across the palate with white-peppered Granny Smith apples in brown butter."
• 🏆 Wine Enthusiast – 94 Points: "Mild oak and vanilla aromas lead the nose. The robust palate opens with a dusting of cocoa... exits with black pepper and a lemony zing."
• 🏆 Wine Advocate – 91 Points: "Aged at least four years, this bourbon delivers mild oak and vanilla aromas with a robust palate featuring cocoa, milk chocolate, vanilla richness, black pepper, and lemony zing."

Food & Cocktail Pairings

• Food: Aged cheddar, charcuterie, BBQ ribs, smoked brisket, dark chocolate, pecan pie
• Cocktails: Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier

Juicy, lifted and wonderfully expressive.
Assemblage 4 brings a more playful and vibrant dimension to IWA 5, combining generous texture with remarkable freshness. Notes of marzipan, citrus zest, sansho and fennel unfold across a sake that feels energetic, precise and beautifully composed.

With Assemblage 4, IWA continues to explore the possibilities of assemblage through contrast and balance. There is richness here, but it is never heavy. Instead, the sake moves effortlessly across the palate, with bright aromatics and savory complexity creating a sense of constant motion.

The nose opens with delicate notes of marzipan and fresh citrus zest, followed by the distinctive aromatic lift of sansho pepper. As the sake develops, subtle herbal and anise-like tones of fennel emerge, adding freshness and complexity.

On the palate, Assemblage 4 is juicy, supple and energetic. Its rounded texture is balanced by a lively, finely structured freshness that keeps the sake focused from beginning to end. Citrus and spice carry through the finish, leaving a clean, savory and mouthwatering impression.

The result is a Junmai Daiginjo that feels both sophisticated and spontaneous — expressive enough to enjoy on its own, yet versatile and dynamic at the table.

Style: Juicy · Dancing · Marzipan · Sansho · Citrus Zest · Fennel

Serving: Serve lightly chilled. Particularly rewarding with food, and worth allowing to develop in the glass as its temperature slowly rises.

Assemblage 4 captures IWA's signature sense of harmony while introducing an especially lively, vibrant and gastronomic personality.

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

Fukucho ‘Moon on the Water’ Junmai Ginjo — Hiroshima, Japan | 300ml

Fukucho is one of Japan’s most remarkable sake breweries — and one of its rarest: owned and led by Miho Imada, one of the only female brewery owners and toji (master brewers) in the country. Located in Hiroshima, the birthplace of Ginjo sake, Fukucho draws on the region’s legendary soft water — a resource so delicate it demands extraordinary skill to use in fermentation, but once mastered, enables a level of aromatic precision and fruit expression that is simply unmatched. ‘Moon on the Water’ is bottled immediately without charcoal filtering, preserving every nuance of the brew in its purest form. At under $30 for a 300ml bottle, it is one of the most compelling values in premium Junmai Ginjo sake.

The nose is vibrant and aromatic: lime, melon, fennel, white pepper, and allspice. On the palate, flavors gravitate toward ripe cantaloupe and anise, with the soft minerality of Hiroshima’s famous water evident in the clean, precise finish. Beautifully soft and feminine — a sake of rare elegance and character.

• Brewery: Fukucho (Imada Shuzo), Hiroshima, Japan
• Brewer: Miho Imada — female brewery owner & toji
• Style: Junmai Ginjo — 40%+ rice polished, unfiltered
• Water: Hiroshima soft water — birthplace of Ginjo sake
• Size: 300ml
• Tasting Notes: Lime, melon, fennel, white pepper, allspice, cantaloupe, anise, mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Lobster, scallops, oysters, sushi, sashimi, bittersweet chocolate

An unfiltered Junmai Ginjo from Japan’s most celebrated female toji — Fukucho ‘Moon on the Water’ is the benchmark for what Hiroshima sake can be.

Producer Description 

Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch Whiskey is a 93-proof whiskey distilled, aged and bottled entirely by Uncle Nearest. Each batch is curated by 5th generation Nearest Green descendant and our Master Blender, Victoria Eady Butler, who was named Master Blender of the Year by Whisky Magazine for two consecutive years in 2021 and 2022 as well as receiving the same honor from The Spirits Business and Vinepair in 2021.

NOSE: Honey and warm brown sugar, cedar, orange peel and tobacco flower. Spices of ground ginger and white pepper.

PALATE:. Caramel balanced with spicy wood tannins. Notes of baking chocolate, cigar leaf, nougat and cinnamon.

FINISH: Long and smooth. The cinnamon lingers with dark chocolate, oak tannins and maple syrup

Winemaker Description 

Are you always on the lookout for the next delicious dessert wine to accompany your meals? Our 750ml plum drink variety could not be a better choice! With all the distinctive flavors you look for in a fruit-flavored sake, our sweet KOSHU Plum sake finishes off dinner with a taste to remember. You can serve it cold at the end of the meal, or try one as a drink right before you dig into your dinner. Either way, you get a refreshing beverage your guests will ask for again and again.

Intense, appetizing aromas of candied plum and cherry. The palate is sweet, but not cloying, with concentrated flavors of plum, black cherry and almond, and a lingering finish.

The KOSHU PLUM is a decadent, complex plum 'sake', ideal as an aperitif or dessert drink.

About High West Rendezvous Rye

High West Distillery’s flagship whiskey. Rendezvous Rye is a masterful blend of straight rye whiskeys aged 4 to 7 years in charred American white oak barrels — crafted at High West’s home in Park City, Utah with the pioneering spirit of the American West. The high rye mash bill delivers uncompromising flavor: rich, full-bodied, and deeply complex, with a character that shines equally neat or in classic cocktails.

Tasting Notes

A very spicy nose with notes of cinnamon, vanilla, caramel, molasses, and candied fruit. The palate is rich and full with a balanced body and layers of fragrant rye spice, dried fruit, and warm baking spices. The finish is long and lingering, laced with cinnamon, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness — deeply satisfying from first sip to last.

Serve & Enjoy

Exceptional neat or on the rocks to fully appreciate its complexity. The high rye mash bill also makes Rendezvous Rye the definitive choice for a classic Manhattan or Old Fashioned — bold enough to stand up to vermouth and bitters with ease.

Product Details

Bottle Size: 750ml
Style: Blended Straight Rye Whiskey
Region: Park City, Utah, USA
Distillery: High West Distillery
Aging: 4–7 years in charred American white oak barrels
Mash Bill: High Rye Content

The Original Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon is the brainchild of Jesse James Dupree — frontman of Jackyl, self-described outlaw, and a man who takes his bourbon as seriously as his chainsaw solos. Made from home-grown corn and aged a minimum of three years in traditional oak casks, this is a bourbon built for the people who work hard, play hard, and drink honest. No pretension, no shortcuts — just a full, smooth American bourbon with real character.

Warm, approachable, and easy-drinking, Jesse James delivers a classic bourbon profile that works equally well neat, on the rocks, or as the backbone of a strong cocktail. At $22.99 for 750ml, it’s one of the better value bourbons on the shelf.

"I may be the driving force that makes Jesse James Whiskey available, but it belongs to and is a salute to all of us outlaws who bust our knuckles 40 or 50 hours a week, and like to do things loud, proud, hard, and honest." — Jesse James Dupree

• Producer: Jesse James American Outlaw, USA
• Style: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Base: Home-grown corn
• Age: Minimum 3 years in traditional oak casks
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Baked apple, cinnamon spice, wood, black pepper, smooth finish
• Best With: On the rocks, neat, or in a classic Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour

Loud, proud, hard, and honest — Jesse James American Outlaw Bourbon is the bottle for everyone who earns their drink the old-fashioned way.

Producer Description 

The team at Michter's conducts their distilling by the tried and true Kentucky practices, while experimenting for the purpose of making the greatest American whiskeys. The Michter's team conducted years of research on different barrel finishes for their rye whiskey, and have proudly produced the Michter's US-1 Limited Release Toasted Barrel Finish Rye Whiskey.

To produce this Toasted Barrel Strength Rye Whiskey, they took their US-1 Kentucky Straight Rye at barrel strength and aged it longer in a second custom barrel. The second barrel is assembled from 24 month air dried wood, and toasted to Michter's specification.

The deep reddish brown color leads to scents of spicy rye and cooking brown sugar. The initial flavors of rye and dark brown sugar gives way to the subtle hints of oak and dark baking spices. There is a silky finish that ends with more rye and orange peels. Producer Notes.

Caol Ila Distillery | 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Islay, Scotland

Caol Ila — pronounced "Cull Eela" — is one of Islay's most storied and beloved distilleries, situated on a secret bay on the northeastern shore of the island, overlooking the Sound of Islay toward the Paps of Jura. Founded in 1846, the distillery has long been a cornerstone of Islay whisky culture, its remote location accessible only by sea for much of its history. For over 100 years, small coal-fired "puffers" like the SS Pibroch brought barley, coal, and empty casks to the distillery, returning her whisky to the mainland through the Sound of Islay.

Today, Caol Ila remains true to its heritage. The barley is still malted locally at Port Ellen, and pure spring water still rises from limestone in nearby Loch Nam Ban, falling to the sea at Caol Ila in a clear crystal stream — just as it always has. The result is a whisky of genuine Islay character: peaty and maritime, yet more restrained and elegant than many of its island neighbors.

The 12 Year Old is Caol Ila's signature expression — a beautifully balanced Islay malt that showcases the distillery's distinctive style. The nose is fresh and complex — subdued peat smoke, citric fruitiness, sea salt, and a hint of malt. On the palate, a sweet start with peaty and salty notes, citrus, and a touch of olive brine, leading to a lengthy, slightly dry, smoky finish. Elegant, approachable, and endlessly rewarding.

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up the aromas. Pair with tapenade, smoked fish, oysters, or aged hard cheeses. Also excellent in a Penicillin cocktail.

• Distillery: Caol Ila
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Age: 12 Years
• Alcohol: 43% ABV (86 Proof)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Producer Description 

Made from 100% malted barley and matured using five distinct wine casks. Bottling at 92 Proof with no chill filtration completes this Irish Whiskey of true character. Voted ""World's Best Irish Single Malt"" at the 2017 World Whiskies Awards.

The combination of the age-old malting process of using smoke from peat to dry the malted barley combined with the triple distillation in our Dublin distillery, produces a very unique Teeling Whiskey. A flavour unlike any other, designed for the boldest palates, Blackpitts is truly unconventional Irish whiskey at its finest. 

Producer Description

Aged for a minimum of four years in our federally bonded warehouse, bottled at precisely 100 proof. Ideal for those who like plenty of spice, and a single, unmalted grain expression. Not shying away from a complex flavor profile, grain-forward spiciness nuanced by cinnamon and ginger give a nice kick to the entire drinking experience.