Classic aromatic medium-dry Italian vermouth from Turin, made by macerating Alpine herbs and vanilla with white wine, before sweetening and fortification.
With a moderate alcohol level, this is the immensely popular bitter-sweet Italian apéritif originating in 1919. Its unmistakable orange hue is like no other. Best served as an Aperol Spritz: with Prosecco and a dash of soda, garnished with a slice of orange, for a refreshing start to any occasion.
Ever since James Pimm first mixed a jug of this astonishing tipple in 1840, Pimm's has existed to politely but firmly insist that there are more important things to do than writing “to do” list…like catching up with good friends. Pimm's No.1 is the perfect drink for sharing; making every occasion extra special and deliciously memorable. Take a jug (or long drink glass) and fill it with ice. Mix one part Pimm's No.1 with three parts chilled lemonade. Then add some mint, cucumber, orange and strawberries - and enjoy. Made since the year 1840, from a closely guarded, secret recipe.
Some say, you can hear the ocean in a seashell. We say, you can feel summer in every bottle of Malibu®. Malibu® Caribbean rum with coconut flavour is perfect for when the sun's setting and the good times are flowing. Thanks to its smooth, fresh taste, that sun-kissed island feeling is only a sip away. Some say, you can hear the ocean in a seashell. We say, you can feel summer in every bottle of Malibu. Malibu Caribbean rum with coconut flavour is perfect for when the sun's setting and the good times are flowing. Thanks to its smooth, fresh taste, that sun-kissed island feeling is only a sip away.
Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur, first made in 1979, is a blend of aged Irish whiskey, and Irish cream. Baileys Irish Cream has a variety of flavors including vanilla, toffee, and whipped cream, and rich notes of chocolate, coffee and caramel. Baileys Irish Cream has a smooth, creamy, luxurious finish that will keep your recipients coming back for more. Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur is perfect in coffee, ice cream, neat, on the rocks, or drizzled over your favorite dessert.
Created in 1864, Smirnoff No. 21 Premium Vodka is now the number one best-selling premium vodka brand in the world and is sold in over 130 countries. It is triple distilled from a blend of different grains and filtered ten times through seven columns of environmentally sustainable charcoal for an exceptionally pure-tasting, smooth spirit.
Country / Region : Russia
Nose : Intense with hints of dry grass
Palate : Powerful, dry and balanced
Finish : Fresh and durable
Allergen : Contain sulfites
Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold is a premium spirit drink made with the finest Caribbean Rum expertly blended with adventurous spice and natural flavours. Easy to mix and deliciously smooth, this is the spirit for legendary times with the crew.
Type: Spiced Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: United States / Virgin Islands
Look: Amber color with golden highlights
Nose: Smooth and crisp, caramel and spice aromas
Palate: Light and tasty. Caramelized aromas come first, followed by spices to finish on a vanilla note
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
A classic London Dry Gin, Christopher's works very nicely in a Gin and Tonic or in a cocktail; simply the best value for money gin on the market!
Beefeater London Dry was born and bred in the heart of London where it still remains after over 150 years. The Spirit of London, Beefeater has absorbed the city’s creativity and energy. Named for the iconic guards of the Tower of London, Beefeater Gin was established in 1876 by a pharmacist, Charles Burroughs, who had a passion for distilling and creating high quality, London Dry gins. Beefeater London Dry is one of the classics, a simple, clean gin. Juniper forward with strong lemon orange citrus, there is a touch of heat from the coriander and something gently floral. Smooth with a peppery orange finish.
Country / Region: England / London
Nose: Powerful and subtle at the same time the mix of 9 plants unfolds surprisingly to our nostrils
Palate: Sweet and complex, the blend is revealed to us as and when tasting
Tasting advice: Alone on ice - In tonic
Package Information: Without box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Enormously popular blend that has come on in leaps and bounds over the last ten years. Bell's signature malt is from Blair Athol, with contributions from the likes of Caol Ila, Glenkinchie, Dufftown and Inchgower.
Type: Blended Scotch
Age reference: No
Country: Scotland
Look: Bright color gold
Nose: Apples and Oranges, pecan nuts and treacle
Taste: Spicy, sweet ginger cake and chocolate, crisp acidity
Finish: Warm sweet spice, a hint of smoke, long, richer flavour
Package information: No box
Allergen: Contain sulphites
Absolut Vanilia was introduced in 2003. Basically because vanilla is one of the most beloved flavors in the world. And it wasn’t long until that fact was reinforced through the instant success of Absolut Vanilia – it is almost equally popular as vanilla itself.
Country / Region: Sweden / Skane
Nose: exudes a pronounced vanilla flavor
Palate: Caramel notes
Finish: A touch of dark chocolate and vanilla
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Absolut Raspberri is made exclusively from natural ingredients, and unlike some other flavored vodkas, it doesn’t contain any added sugar. It’s rich and intense with the fresh and fruity character of ripened raspberries. The main ingredients in Absolut Raspberri are Absolut Vodka and raspberry flavor. Absolut Vodka is made from water and winter wheat. The water comes from a deep well in Åhus where it’s protected from impurities. The winter wheat is also grown in Åhus and differs from other crops: it’s sown one fall, and harvested the next one. Days in between it grows under the Swedish snow developing its hard grain. Also, the use of fertilizers is minimized. The raspberries are as natural as the rest of the ingredients
Country / Region: Russia
Nose: Intense, on raspberry notes
Palate: Complex mix of raw cereal and citrus flavor
Finish: In freshness on lemon notes
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Absolut Citron is made exclusively from natural ingredients, and unlike some other flavoured vodkas, it doesn’t contain any added sugar. A smooth and mellow vodka, with a fresh fruity lemon and lime character and a note of lemon peel, Absolut Citron was the second addition to the Absolut flavoured family, first introduced in 1988. Instead of the usual three or four times, Absolut vodka is distilled an infinite number of times. Absolut Citron is made in the same way, just with a lemon twist. Absolut Citron has no problems coping on its own. Just add some ice and it fulfils its original mission perfectly. On the other hand, all fans of “Cosmo” know how great Absolut Citron tastes accompanied by cranberry juice and Cointreau.
Country / Region: Sweden
Nose: Intense, on fresh lemon notes
Palate: Complex mix of raw cereal and citrus flavor
Finish: In freshness on lemon notes
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Captain Morgan is a dark rum seen on back-bars seen on back-bars around the world. This is made using a blend of Jamaican, Guyanan and Bajan rums. Great in loads of cocktails and mixed drinks - Captain & Cola is a classic for a reason.
Type: Spiced Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: United States / Virgin Islands
Nose: Spiced, rich. Molasses and pepper.
Palate: Full, warming. Stone fruits, dried peels, a hint of aniseed.
Finish: Aniseed develops into the finish, honey too.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Southbank Gin is a London dry gin produced at the Thames English distillery in Clapham in the heart of London. Juniper, berries, coriander, but also angelica roots in the composition of this gin. An unstoppable element for mixologists!
Country/Region: London, England
Style: Soft
Nose: Juniper. Spices (pepper, coriander). Floral and herbaceous note
Palate: Citrus fruits (lemon). Cardamom
Final: Dry and peppery
Subtle, sweet and with a vanilla finish, Ballantine's Finest blended whiskey was created in 1910 by the Ballantine's family, blending over 40 single malts and superior grain Scotch whiskies. This blend carefully balances whisky from the 4 iconic Scottish regions - Lowland, Speyside, Highland & Islay. This whisky won a Gold Medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) 2014. Ballantine's offers well balanced subtle flavours with tones of milk chocolate, red apple and vanilla.
Type: Whiskey / Blended Whiskey
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Scotland
Look: Pale gold
Nose: Deep aromas tinged with spices
Palate: A mellow attack on notes of apple, vanilla and chocolate. A finale that reveals its complex character by bringing back floral touches.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
A very famous blended whisky, a rather good blend too. Jim Murray awarded Teacher's Highland Cream 90 points in his Whisky Bible.
Type: Blended
Age reference: No
Country: Scotland
Look: Gold
Nose: Fruity and well malted with gentle sweetness. Some smoke and a touch of honey
Taste: The mouth feel is quite big with a supple maltiness and the vaguest whisper of muted peat
Finish: The finish is well fruited with toffee, malt and a faint hint of smoke.
Package information: No box
Allergen: Contain sulphites
Wyborowa is a double distilled rye vodka with the emphasis on quality – even its name means 'premium'. Full-bodied yet still extremely smooth, Wyborowa is a cut above standard vodka brands.
Country / Region : Poland / Region of Pozan
Nose : Rich, round notes of hazelnuts and fresh rye bread
Palate : A soft texture that gives way to more pronounced notes of rye and hazelnuts. A subtle sweetness with a delicate cream flavor
Finish : Rich and fresh notes of hazelnuts, reinforced by a certain roundness and a good length in the mouth
Allergen : Contain sulfites
Havana Club Añejo 3 años is the only rum that will give your mojito its authentic Cuban taste! All Havana Club rums are made and aged in Cuba, by our maestros roneros, following the Cuban light rum making tradition. The 3 years ageing give the rum its Cuban stamp of taste: accents of vanilla, caramelised pears, banana and hints of smoked oak will tickle your nose, while smokey chocolate and vanilla notes will stroke your palate. These flavours ultimately bind in with the freshness and power of mint, sugar and lime for an authentic Cuban mojito.
Type: Molasses Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Cuba
Look: Cristaline color
Nose: Scents of cane sugar
Palate: Powerful and round
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
The natural ageing process in young oak barrels in Cuba for a number of years gives Havana Club Añejo Especial its warm amber colour and smooth taste. Aged in this way, it develops a typical touch of vanilla that is perfect for mixing with cola or just with ice. The best way to savour this special rum is in typical Cuban style - together with your best friends. All Havana Club rums are made and aged in Cuba, by our maestros roneros, following the Cuban light rum making tradition. The name "Havana Club" captures Cuba's rum-making heritage and the unique atmosphere of Havana, the country's capital. Havana Club is closely entwined with Cuban culture, and Cubans take pride in what has become a true national icon.
Type: Traditional rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Cuba
Look: Beautiful amber with golden reflections
Nose: This rum has a nose with intense aromas, evocative of sugar cane and sprinkled with slightly smoked tips and slight hints of honey, vanilla and cinnamon
Palate: Intense, round and long on the palate, the Havana Club Anejo Espceial rum nevertheless retains the characteristic lightness of Havana Club brand rums.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Jose Cuervo Especial is created by the Cuervo Family. They begun to create tequila over a 100 years ago in the town called tequila under the tequila volcano. They decided on this location because the volcano feeds the agave plant all sorts of volcanic minerals make the tequila full of volcanic mineral. The agaves are hand selected, pruned, slow-baked, pressed, distilled and then aged in oak barrels. This may take a long process to make but that is what it takes to be the number one selling tequila brand in the world.
Type: Reposado
Country / Region: Mexico / Jalisco
Color: Amber, some highlights gold
Palate: Sweet with woody flavors
Tasting tip: Pure without ice cubes - Cocktails
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
A herbal liqueur from Wolfenbuttel in Germany made from 56 pure botanicals: herbs, woods, spices, fruit, blossom, seeds and roots from around the world including cinnamon, citrus, star anise, cloves, ginger root, saffron and coriander. Serve ice-cold on its own, or mixed with tonic and lots of ice.
This aniseed aperitif was invented in France by Jules Pernod as a relacement for the banned absinthe, and quickly became a massive successs in its own right. Serve diluted with ice-cold water.
First produced in 1860 (when it was just 'The Grouse'), The Famous Grouse has been the No. 1 whisky in Scotland since 1980.
Type: Whiskey / Blended Whiskey
Age reference: No
Country: Scotland
Look: Orange yellow color
Nose: Very pleasant nose is fresh
Palate: The palate is soft and marked by a slight trace of peat
Finish: The medium length finish is warm.
Package: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Bacardi Carta Blanca is a light tasting and aromatic white rum with delicate floral and fruity notes, ideal for mixing.
Type: Molasses Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Puerto Rico
Look: Clear, polished, shimmering and bright, water white
Nose: Impressions of light vanilla, (which serves to bring up the other flavours) and fresh apricot. Crisp woody herbs (lavender, thyme), flowers, subtle fresh fruits, soft nuts (ground almonds/marzipan), light banana
Palate: Pure and clean, with a pleasant citrus flavour. Very smooth, no alcohol burn.
Package Information: No Box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Gordon’s iconic reputation has been built since its initial conception as a Southwark based distillery in 1769 by Alexander Gordon. The London Dry Gin is triple-distilled and allegedly contains juniper berries, coriander seeds, angelica root, liquorice, orris root, orange and lemon peel, ginger, cassia oil and nutmeg. According to Gordon’s, up to 3,000 botanicals are nosed yearly in the quest to find the exact blend of flavours to create their consistent taste.
Country / Region: Scotland
Nose: Powerful on juniper with lavender
Palate: Quite complex with an intoxicating blend of flavors, juniper, lavender, cardamom anise with a light orange peel and lemon
Tasting tip: In tonic - In cocktail
Packaging: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
One of the biggest names in the blending market, with over 6 million cases a year sold worldwide, Justerini & Brooks' blend never fails to deliver in style, quality and value for money
Type: Whiskey / Blended Whiskey
Age reference: No
Country: Scotland
Look: Bright gold color
Nose: The fruity nose is marked by citrus (lemon)
Palate: The sweet and light mouth evokes the exotic fruits
Finish: The short finish is rather dry
Package Information: Without box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
A spiced rum from the creators of Blavod, named for the red leg hermit crab that's native to the coral reefs of the Caribbean. It's infused with ginger and vanilla before being rested in oak casks to round out and marry the spicy flavours.
Type: Molasses
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Caribbean Blend
Nose: Strong vanilla notes with caramel and spice. Quite cake-y (it’s a word!)
Palate: Silky texture. The vanilla note is quickly subdued by strong spice but as the spice mellows out the vanilla creeps back. Quite rich, cake-y flavours. The texture becomes quite silky towards the end, very moreish. A definite keep-out-of-reach drink... Second visit, the spice is ever-present and the vanilla starts to find its footing, sticking around throughout the experience
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
From the superb Santa Teresa producer in Venezuela comes this lightly aged rum. Medium-bodied with a delicate sweetness, Claro is an excellent all-purpose mixing rum ideal for parties or summer get-togethers.
Type : Molasses
Age reference : No
Pays / Région : Venezuela
Look : Soft straw color in the bottle and the glass.
Nose: Sweetness and richness give way to notes of grass and coconut before the more astringent qualities of the alcohol make their assault. This isn’t the smoothest rum you’ll ever smell, but for something in the white category the nose is boastful of a great deal of complexity.
Palate : Light on the palate in the entry, the first thing you taste is sugar – almost cotton candy-like. The entry very quickly dissipates and the astringency from the nose finds its away across your tongue and down your throat very quickly. This rum is not a sipper.
Package Information : No box
Allergens : Contains sulphites
Ramazzotti Sambuca is an Italian sweet and strong liqueur appreciated for its unique taste all over the world. Distilled from the best quality star anise,this is a market leader in Canada and Greece.The strength of the alcohol corresponds with the sweetness of the sugar, giving Ramazzotti Sambuca its distinctive powerful and fresh taste.
The one and only! A classic London Dry Gin served with 4 Schweppes bottles. Christopher's works very nicely in a Gin and Tonic or in a cocktail; simply the best value for money gin on the market!
Gordon Gin 70cl + Fever Tonic Indian 4x20cl
Tanqueray London Dry Gin is distilled four times and has the perfect balance of four classic gin botanicals - refreshing juniper, peppery coriander, aromatic angelica and sweet liquorice. It is best enjoyed with tonic water, plenty of ice and a wedge of lime, but can be used as a great base for a wide range of cocktails.
Pays / Région: Scotland / Highlands
Nose: Lots of zest on the nose, fresh citrus peel and just-cut botanicals
Palate: The palate begins with juniper, but finishes with rich hints of baking spice including angelica root, cinnamon and coriander seed
Tasting tip: in tonic or cocktail
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
The second bottling from Seedlip is a celebration of summer – a non-alcoholic spirit that bursts with clean, fresh herbal flavours. Perfect for designated drivers or if you’re not drinking at the moment, it's great served long with bitter lemon or soda water over ice.
Country / Région: England
Nose: Herbal, grassy and floral aromas
Palate: On the palate it goes down the citrus route, with some more of that spice and a little hoppy bitterness, plus a burst of freshness on the finish
Package info: No box
This non-alcoholic spirit alternative from Seedlip is one of the most innovative products we’ve seen for a long time. It’s made like a gin with botanicals, but is definitely not a gin. The predominant flavour is clove rather than juniper, and, most importantly, it has no alcohol! Perfect if you’re a designated driver or you’re not drinking at the moment.
Country / Région : Covent Garden, London, UK
Nose : Potent spicy aroma of allspice berries and cardamom on the nose with hints of citrus.
Palate : Spicy flavor of allspice with a touch of lemon and grapefruit peel with a following long bitter flavor from top-notch barks.
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Absolut Vodka is one of the most famous vodkas in the world. Launched in the US in 1979, it completely redefined the premium vodka landscape, becoming synonymous with art, culture and nightlife. Absolut Vodka is a Swedish vodka made exclusively from natural ingredients, and unlike some other vodkas, it doesn’t contain any added sugar. In fact Absolut is as clean as vodka can be. Still, it has a certain taste: Rich, full-bodied and complex, yet smooth and mellow with a distinct character of grain, followed by a hint of dried fruit.
Country / Region : Suède / Åhus
Nose : Rich et Intense
Palate : Full-bodied and complex on frank cereal notes
Final : Smooth and fresh, on the fruit
Allergen : Contain sulfites
Johnnie Walker Red Label was launched in its current form by brothers George and Alexander Walker in 1909, though it had existed as Walker's Special Old Highland Red Label for some years previously. Alexander blended a type of whisky which is more suited to mixing with soda than the heavier, more old-fashioned whiskies, and named it after his grandfather, who had started the family business in 1820. Today it is the world's most popular whisky and is sold in more than 200 markets world-wide
Type: Whisky / Blended Whisky
Age Reference: No
Country: Scotland
Look: Orange
Nose: Hints of fresh apple, pear and the spark of zest from the elegant Speyside malts.
Palate: Fruity sweetness, cinnamon and pepper crackling on the centre of your tongue.
Finish: A sophisticated, smoky finish - the signature of all Johnnie Walker blends.
Package Information: No Box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
An English vodka from the East London Liqour Company, based in the old glue factory in Bow Wharf, made with 100% British wheat spirit distilled using their copper pot still.
Country/Region: East London, England
Nose: Opens with soft lemon drizzle cake and fresh, leafy coriander. This continues with subtly sweet angelica and oodles of rich, oily juniper - interestingly developing hints of olives in oil too!
Palate: Magnificently creamy mouthfeel, complimented by the crisp citrus peels and earthy juniper. The spiciness of the cardamom and cubeb comes through here - it's not in your face, but certainly quite noticeable.
Finish: Continued enjoyable oiliness, with final glimmers of refreshing juniper lasting on the finish.
Allergens: Contain sulphites
Aged for a minimum of 1 year in charred American oak this classic bar essential offers subtle aromas with hints of citrus, vanilla and herbal elements over a spirity foundation; dry on the palate, light to medium bodied, delicately flavoured with light vanilla tones, hints of pepper and spice leading to a dry, clean finish.
Superb 100% agave blanco tequila from the Camarena family, working together with Tomas Estes. Very creamy and full of flavour, this incredible spirit from Tequila Ocho is a "single estate Tequila", produced entirely at El Puertocito.
Type: Tequila 100% Agave / Tequila 100% Agave
Country / Region: Mexique / Jalisco
Nose: Full, ripe Agave opening up to rounded sweetness. Slight citrus and marzipan accents
Palate: Intense, 'forward' Agave flavour on the attack which develops into a 'high' sweet fruitiness (reminiscent of an eau de vie de prune)
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Crystal-clear, 100% natural, Cointreau is simply unsurpassed for aromatics. A true sipping treat and your must-have spirit for the irresistible Cointreau Fizz cocktail, or for other classics including the Margarita, Cosmopolitan, Sidecar and White Lady. Distilled and crafted in Angers, France using century-old methods to capture the most intense aromas from sweet and bitter orange peels
Bombay Sapphire is one of the few gins that’s transcended the category and with its iconic blue bottle, has become one of the world’s most recognised spirits. The premium quality of Bombay Sapphire gin is the result of its recipe which carefully balances ten hand selected botanicals from around the world. The tantalising, smooth and complex taste when you experience Bombay Sapphire is described as fresh citrus and juniper flavours combined with a light, spicy finish.
Country / Region: England
Nose: Gentle and complex
Palate: A frank attack on juniper and coriander, following arrive the sweetest aromas of fine to finish on a point of acidity between the lemon and the licorice
Tasting advice: Alone on ice - In tonic
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
A meticulously-crafted vodka from a Dutch distillery that has remained a family business for ten generations since 1691. Introduced in the UK in 1999 after huge success in the US, Ketel One Vodka is a clean, velvety smooth vodka with hints of aniseed and dried fruits. Every batch of Ketel One Vodka is tasted by a member of the Nolet family to ensure it meets the highest standards of quality and smoothness.
Country / Region: Netherlands
Nose: Notes of citrus and honey
Palate: Enjoy the lively tingling
Finish: A long finish with subtle flavors reminds you of its quality
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Black Magic is a blend of light and dark rums with a secret recipe of spices. This is a superb cocktail rum – our favourite is the Lift Off: mix three parts to one part amaro in a rocks glass, add a squeeze of honey and top with Prosecco.
Type: Traditional rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Caribbean
Look: The dark color of her dress suggests an intense caramel, drawing on the syrup
Palate: On the palate, the sweetness is enhanced by notes of vanilla, cinnamon and coconut.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
The Kraken is imported rum from the Caribbean blended with natural flavor. Named for a sea beast of myth and legend. The Kraken Rum is strong, rich, black and smooth.
Type: Traditional rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: US Virgin Islands
Look: The color of Kraken Black Spiced rum is dark brown with light red highlights.
Nose: On the nose, vanilla aromas are punctuated with notes of spice and musk.
Palate: On the palate, this spicy amber rum offers an explosion of vanilla and clove flavors extended from one square to a hint of cinnamon.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Bulldog London Dry Gin is a multi-award winning, super-premium gin handcrafted at an English distillery that has been making the highest quality gin for over 250 years. The exotic botanicals and high quality ingredients combined with the quadruple distillation process allow our product to defy convention with a balanced flavour and crisp finish.
Country / Region: England / North West
Nose: Floral and citrus
Palate: Juniper is there, but surrounded by so much more … the word is “harmonious”
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
Hugely popular Irish blend, renowned for its affinity with ginger ale. The default springboard into the fascinating world of Irish whiskey, Jameson's quality has improved massively in the last 10-15 years and it's one of Jim Murray's favourites, with 95 points in the Whisky Bible 2013.
Type: Whiskey / Blended Whiskey
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Ireland / County Cork
Look: Golden yellow color
Nose: Spicy then fruity (peach)
Palate: The mouth in unison of the nose is relatively creamy
Finish: Notes of cereals and spices.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
This pack include one bottle of Captain Morgan and 4 Coca Cola cans. Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold is a premium spirit drink made with the finest Caribbean Rum expertly blended with adventurous spice and natural flavours. Easy to mix and deliciously smooth, this is the spirit for legendary times with the crew.
Courvoisier proudly boast their Cognac as that of Napoleon. It all started when Napoleon took hundreds of bottles of Courvoisier Cognac for his years of exile. Napoleon told Emmanuel Courvoisier that whilst he could be given the Hennessy or the Cristal, or indeed the Remy, it was the Courvoisier he really wanted.
Country/Region: France
Look: Golden, slightly amber
Nose: Very fruity, with a fresh taste of ripe fruit, spring flowers, as well as woody notes. A balanced nose, with the vigor of a young cognac.
Palate: Powerful and harmonious.
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Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 is a premium Tennessee Whiskey. A warm amber colour with aromas of sweet vanilla, this is a smooth, full-bodied whiskey, with flavours of orange, brown sugar and spice, and a long rich finish. Jack Daniel registered his distillery in 1866, making it the oldest registered distillery in the United States. It's here in Lynchburg that every drop of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey is still produced and bottled today.
Type: Whiskey Whiskey / Tennessee
Age reference: No
Country / Region: United States / Tennessee
Look: Amber in color with orange highlights
Nose: Mild, slightly woody with a trace of tobacco
Palate: Oily is marked by the characteristics of leather, burnt wood and tobacco
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
The folks behind Silent Pool Gin in Surrey have created their own vodka! Wry Vodka is made using malted rye, and is filtered through charcoal made from locally-sourced Ash hardwood. A good base for cocktails, and should go well with your favourite mixer too.
Country / Region: England
Palate: Smooth and creamy on the palate finishing with a delicate, peppery flavour
Finish: Peppery flavour
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Mint liqueur Get 27 has been one of France's foremost cremes de menthe since 1796 and is a rather darker green than our photo might suggest. 'Get' is pronounced 'Jet' in this case due to the Gallic origin of the brand, while the 27 refers to the original alcohol percentage, which was subsequently reduced. So really it should be called 'Get 21', but they probably didn't want to confuse people.
A Pisco from Hacienda La Caravedo, the oldest working distillery in the Americas (established 1684) and producer of the extremely popular Pisco Porton. There are eight grapes permitted to be used for Pisco in Peru, with this 'Pisco Puro' made exclusively from Quebranta. Around 8lbs of Quebranta grapes go into each and every bottle.
Chambord is a world-renowned raspberry liqueur which was first produced in the Loire valley in the 1600s. It is made with black raspberries, vanilla from Madagascar and Moroccan citrus peels which are steeped in cognac and sweetened with honey. The striking bottle is design is not based on the Holy Hand Grenade, in fact it's based on a Globus Cruciger - an Orb a Christian symbol which was used during the Middle Ages. The cross surrounds the orb, which represents the earth
Edinburgh Gin is produced by the Spencerfield Spirits Co, who have created a modern Scottish gin in the time-honoured fashion, including unusual botanicals such as heather and milk thistle. A very easy-drinking gin.
Country: Scotland
Nose: Clean and fresh on the nose
Palate: Whilst the palate offers juniper, pine and lavender. Bright citrus gives away to a soft, round finish
Tasting tip: in tonic - in cocktail
Packaging: No box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
Based on the original London Gin recipe, Bloom's signature taste comes from the chamomile plant, which gives it a more soothing flavour. It's a multi-awarded light and floral Gin in a pretty bottle, making it a real treat for a gift or to enjoy at home. Using slightly different botanicals as inspiration, Bloom contains honeysuckle, chamomile and even pomelo fruit to provide a little sweetness to the Gin.
Country / Région: Angleterre / North West
Nose: Brights & Sweet, with citrus & honeysuckle
Palate: Light & Smooth, with citrus & floral notes
Tasting tip: in tonic - in cocktail
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
A top-quality gin made using botanicals from Shetland, including wild water mint, meadowsweet and sea pink flowers. Blackwoods is also unusual in that is released with a vintage statement for each small batch distilled. Shetland botanicals are infused with juniper, coriander and other botanicals, including lime, before being steeped in natural mineral water to release their gentle flavours to give the gin its unique and complex character. Each year, the botanicals are harvested by hand - changing slightly with each harvest due to the quality and quantity available. The distillation is then done in small batches using a traditional copper pot still.
Pays / Region: Scotland / Lowlands
Nose: Very delicate and lightly sweet, with bright juniper, soft lavender, and a medicinal element
Palate: Full, oily and slightly bitter, the medicinal quality persists with notes of juniper and angelica. Fragrant coriander root, juicy orange flesh and peppermint spice are all prominent
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Allergens: Contain sulphites
The signature gin from the East London Liquor Company, a distillery based in Bow Wharf (right near Victoria Park, for those of you that know the area). This London Dry Gin is made with 100% British wheat spirits and infused with a bright selection of botanicals, including fresh lemon and grapefruit peels, cubeb berries, cardamom, coriander, angelica root and Macedonian juniper berries.
Country / Region: England, East London
Nose: Opens with soft lemon drizzle cake and fresh, leafy coriander. This continues with subtly sweet angelica and oodles of rich, oily juniper - interestingly developing hints of olives in oil too!
Palate: Magnificently creamy mouthfeel, complimented by the crisp citrus peels and earthy juniper. The spiciness of the cardamom and cubeb comes through here - it's not in your face, but certainly quite noticeable.
Tasting tip: In tonic - in cocktail
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
The second release from the brand part-owned by David Beckham, Haig Club Clubman is the entry-level bottling. Aged entirely in bourbon casks which give sweetness as well as enticing vanilla and coconut notes, this is a superb alternative to Jack Daniel's with cola.
Type: Whisky / Single Grain Whisky
Age reference: No
Country / Région: Scotland / Highlands
Look: Pale gold
Nose: Soft and sweet on the nose, it’s got notes of sweet vanilla toffee, apples and coconut
Palate: Oak sweetness on the palate, with also notes of raisins and red apple
Finish: Floral, sweet and again citrus (lime) / fruit gums
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Black Magic is a Caribbean Blend of light and dark rums with a secret recipe of spices. This is a superb cocktail rum – Our favourite is the Lift Off: mix three parts to one part amaro in a rocks glass, add a squeeze of honey and top with Prosecco.
The best-selling high proof rum in the world. 90% of rum sales in Jamaica are of Wray and Nephew. Overproof is a very potent spirit indeed! The nose is fruity. Notes of molasses and spice. The palate is fruity and a little spirity. There are notes of banana and Demerara as well as spice and a little oak. The finish is long and spiced.
Type: Molasses
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Jamaica
Nose: The nose is fruity
Palate: The palate is fruity and a little spirity. There are notes of banana and Demerara as well as spice and a little oak. The finish is long and spiced
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
The regal bottle is a reflection of the fine artisanal French liqueur held within. Made with fresh hand-picked elderflower blossoms, without the use of preservatives. The aromas are fruit driven with floral hints. On the palate expect tropical fruit, citrus, pear and a hint of honeysuckle sweetness. Fresh, hand selected elderflowers impart a crisp mélange of flavors with hints of citrus and tropical fruits.
A traditional Sloe gin from Hayman's, this is made by steeping the sloes in Hayman's gin before blending with natural sugar. Bittersweet and intense in flavour, we love it.
Country / Région: Angleterre / North West
Nose: Soft plum, almond, frangipane and ripe red fruits.
Palate: Gin-forward, warming and rich with a delicate balance of tart and sweet.
Finish: Sweet plum flavours and warming spice.
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Allergens: Contain sulphites
FAIR. Vodka is a Fair Trade premium vodka made with quinoa as its base grain. It is a silky smooth vodka with a touch of sweetness on the palate.
Country/ Region : France / Poitou- Charente
Nose : Ample and unctuous. From quinoa to geranium in bloom and ripe fruit (Williams pear, strawberry, apricot) with sweet spices (cinnamon, coriander)
Palate : Creamy and long in the mouth, this vodka will be fully expressed on ice or in a martini
Finish : Long, caressing. A thick carpet of dry leaves and moss carpets the palate. It extends on dried fruits (cashews, hazelnut, almond) and on lavender honey
Allergen : Contain sulfites
Chivas Regal is a world-famous Scotch blend which was first made in the early 20th century by Chivas Brothers. The company can trace its roots back to 1801, with the opening of a grocers at Number 13 King Street, Aberdeen. Selling luxury food, coffee and spices, it wasn't until half a century later that the company started to make whisky, and then not until post-US Prohibition that Chivas Regal 12 Year Old was first officially released. F. Paul Pacult described Chivas Regal 12 as "the blend for grown-ups", awarding it an impressive 9 out of 10. It's a very apt statement - this is a very refined blended whisky, with herbs, honey and fruit leaping forth on the palate. Regularly lauded by the critics, this is a superb blend in its price category, representing great value for money. Nose: A creamy, aromatic melange of vanilla custard, hints of aniseed, lemon curd and butter toffee. Wood shavings and dried banana chips develop with just a hint of cassis.
Type: Whiskey / Blended Whiskey
Age reference: 12 years
Country: Scotland
Look: Golden and warm with amber highlights.
Nose: Aromas of orchard fruit (apple) with floral and honey notes.
Palate: Fruity sweetness with hints of ripe apples and honey.
Finish: Rich and prolonged.
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
La vodka Kol est une vodka pur grain composée à 100% de blé français du sud-ouest de la France. Elle est distillée 6 fois pour une qualité optimale. La vodka Kol peut se boire pure et glacée ou à température de dégustation ou en cocktail.
Pays / Région : France / Sud-ouest
Nez : Frais avec un bouquet floral printanier élégant
Bouche : Approche douce, bel équilibre en bouche
Allergènes : Contient des sulfites, sans gluten
Flavoured with 10 botanicals, Brockmans premium gin is fruity and equally at home in a gin and tonic or with ginger ale, as well as just on its own over ice.
Country / Region: England
Nose: Bright and surprising, red fruit aromas walls
Palate: Amazing it does not look like any other, the mixture of juniper, coriander, citrus and red fruits (blueberry and blackberry) is very refreshing.
Tasting advice: Alone on ice - In cocktails
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Bacardi's premium rum release, the 8 year old is blended with rums aged for between 8 and 16 years.
Type: Traditional Rhum
Age reference: 8 years old
Country / Région: Puerto Rico
Nose: Nose is fresh and perfumed with notes of oak and peels, a little syrup with a fennel note
Palate: palate is sweet and rich with tropical fruits, peels and winter spice. The finish is gentle and luscious.
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Released in the UK in 2014, the Mount Gay Black Barrel rum is made from single column and double pot distilled rum, though using a higher proportion of double pot distillates than their other expressions. It is also finished in heavily charred bourbon barrels before being bottled.
Type: Traditional rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Barbados
Eye: Gold supported with bronze highlights
Nose: Exuberant, charming. Notes of sugarcane, exotic fruits, tropical flowers and precious woods highlight the lush nature of the first nose. Deep, with aeration, its exotic temperament (pineapple), vanilla, floral (geranium), woody (sandalwood) and spicy becomes precise
Palate: Gourmet and round, particularly floral. Its attack is also vanilla, spicy and slightly medicinal (balm). The mid-palate is gaining in richness: chocolate and vanilla beans give it a pleasant refreshing bitterness. Vive, it becomes more and more camphorous and resinous (pine, cedar)
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
We all had this one, come on...! This Jägermeister pack is served with one Jägermeister bottle and 4 Red Bull cans. Jägermeister is a herbal liqueur from Wolfenbuttel in Germany made from 56 pure botanicals: herbs, woods, spices, fruit, blossom, seeds and roots from around the world including cinnamon, citrus, star anise, cloves, ginger root, saffron and coriander.
The name says it all: Aperol is the perfect aperitif. Bright orange in colour, it has a unique taste, thanks to the secret recipe, which has never been changed, with infusions of selected ingredients including bitter and sweet oranges and many other herbs (including rhubarb) and roots in perfect proportions. A Treviso Prosecco: Italian white grapes located in the region of Veneto, pleasant and well balanced
- Make the recipe in a glass tumbler,
- Put first 3 or 4 ice cubes and half a round of orange,
- Then pour 1/3 of Aperol then 2/3 of Prosecco
- To finalize everything add a dash of sparkling water.
- Dip a spoon in the bottom of the glass to gently lift the Aperol. A good mix without losing the bubbles will allow your Spritz to be better balanced.
First launched in 2001, Hendrick’s Gin has been the success story that has set the template for modern gin brands to follow. Hendrick’s Gin was launched by William Grant & Sons at a time when gin wasn’t the diverse, thriving category it is today. A clear callback to gin’s forbears, the apothecary style bottle suggests comparison to Genevers and a time when gin was a medicine. The nose certainly has juniper, but I find the musky hint of rose lightens it and gives it a floral forward impression. Sweet orange, lime zest and a hint of elderflower as well. The pine notes give it structure, but the floral notes give it a unique character.
Country / Region: Scotland / Lowlands
Nose: Herbaceous at first glance, it is refined with aromas of citrus, floral and cucumber
Palate: A splendid attack that perfectly combines the aromas of juniper, angelica and cucumber. A final that sees a more floral side that allows to be soft and persistent
Tasting advice: Alone on ice - In tonic - In cocktail
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Ableforth's marvellous Bathtub Gin combines exotic botanicals such as juniper, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and the very finest orange peel to deliver an unparalleled drinking experience Crafted using a traditional time-honoured 'cold-compounding' technique, the best copper-pot-still spirit has been applied, cold, to the aforementioned botanicals with a view to delivering not only a purer, crisper drinking experience, but also a richer, more rounded mouthfeel.
Country / Region: England
Nose: An initially juniper-rich bouquet is backed up with a solid backbone of rich grain spirit. Top notes of cardamom and orange blossom are evident with just a suggestion of cinnamon.
Palate: The initial focus is juniper, but the earthier botanicals make themselves known in the initial palate too. Mouthfeel is exceptionally viscous and creamy – this is good spirit, and it makes itself known.
Tasting tip: In tonic - cocktail - Alone with ice
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Allergens: Contain sulphites
Launched in June 2005, Monkey Shoulder has gained critical acclaim from press and on-trade alike. Jim Murray awarded it a deserved 93/100. Monkey Shoulder was created to provide an easy drinking premium malt whisky that would open up the whisky market, providing a younger market with a contemporary, yet authentic, scotch whisky.
Type: Whiskey / Blended Malt Whiskey
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Scotland / Speyside
Look: Amber color, composed of caramel reflection
Nose: Smooth, balanced. Honeyed, herbaceous (green malt, hay cut) and delicately scented (rose water), it evolves on spices (ginger), licorice and red fruits (blackberry, raspberry)
Palate: Fine and ruitée. It is marked by dry nuts and sweet spices (cinnamon). It continues on vanilla, licorice and creamy notes (milk cream). The long, gourmet finish develops on notes of chocolate and raisin bread.
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Packaged in an old-style bottle, Bulleit whiskey has developed a loyal following in the UK. The high rye content (around 30%) gives this US bourbon a spicy kick.
Type: Whiskey / Bourbon
Age reference: No
Country / Region: United States / Kentucky
Look: Amber color with golden highlights
Nose: Aromas of creamy vanilla, full-bodied spices and pralines
Palate: A sweet and delicate entry into the mouth leads to a round body with flavors of honeyed grains, vanilla beans and pralines. A more complex and persistent finish with fruity flavors of caramel and peppery spice
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Ciroc is an inspired vodka distilled from French grapes. This innovation in French craftsmanship uses a cold fermentation process, unique in the world of vodka, that preserves the grapes' distinct freshness. It is distilled five times and finished in a copper pot-still in the legendary Cognac Region of France. Ciroc is a taste experience that is refreshingly different and elegantly smooth. “Ciroc is a great option for folks looking for an alternative to grain based vodka. Rounded, with a hint of the fruit, it makes a clean canvas for cocktails.” Charles Joly, World Class Winner 2014 Distilled from fine French grapes, 5 times distilled
Country / Region: France
Nose: Citrus, refined
Palate: Slightly sweet, smooth
Finish: Clean, crispy
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Bombay Sapphire lengthened with 4 bottles of Fever-Tree tonic water 25cl and a squeeze of fresh fragrant lime – bright, refreshing & divine. An exquisite expression of the quintessential English classic, the Gin & Tonic.
- Squeeze a lime wedge into a balloon glass then add the Bombay Sapphire, swirl well to mix.
- Fully fill the glass with cubed ice and stir to chill and mix.
- Top with 100ml of Fever-Tree Tonic Water by pouring it gently down a twisted bar spoon to retain as much effervescence as possible.
- Gently fold/stir with a bar spoon to combine.
Johnnie Walker Black Label is an Iconic Blend, recognized as the benchmark for all other deluxe blends. Created using only Scotch Whiskies aged for a minimum of 12 years from the four corners of Scotland, Johnnie Walker Black Label has an unmistakably smooth, deep, complex character. An impressive Blended Scotch Whisky to share on any occasion, whether you're entertaining at home with friends or on a memorable night out.
In a stylish bottle, Belvedere is a single-grain vodka from Poland with subtle sweetness and a smooth, clean finish that has been pot-distilled four times. Believed to be the optimum number to enhance character. Belvedere takes its name from the palace that was home to Polish royalty and presidents. Belvedere Vodka has received medals at the Annual Vodka Masters, taking in more awards than any of the other 116 vodkas entered in the blind tasting.
Country / Region: Poland / Masovia
Nose: A slight aroma of vanilla and subtle aromas of rye
Palate: Very sweet and round
Finish: A creamy mouthfeel
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Infused with the light zest of fresh lemons, Grey Goose Citron is a brilliant variant of one of the world's best vodkas created using the same five-step small-batch technique.
Country / Region: France
Flavor : Lemon
Nose: Bright, evoking ripe lemon zest with a hint of sweetness, well balanced between the citrus flower and the leaf of the lemon tree.
Palate: Clean with fresh lemon notes and a subtle fruitiness, evoking the floral, zesty nature of the fruit.
Finish: Fresh warmth and richness of a whole orange, with lemon flavour remaining prominent
Allergens: Contains sulphite
Launched in 2010, Konik's Tail is named after the wild ponies of Poland's primeval forest, and is crafted from three distinct grains – spelt, rye and early winter wheat, represented by the three koniks on the label. Konik's Tail has been a huge hit in style bars.
Country / Region : Poland
Nose : A sophisticated, rare and delicate nose with different layers of distinctive rich ripe grain, giving way to notes of spelt nuttiness, white pepper, delicate spice and citrus.
Palate: Velvety and elegant with a creamy, light buttery character, an impressive crisp nutty balance with underlying full bodied ryness adding depth and balance, and expanding further with aniseed freshness and spice. Notes of creamy vanilla and nuances of zesty fruit undercut by peppery basil
Finish: Rich in flavour, full of character and distinctly complex and most importantly very persistent.
Allergens: Contains sulphites
The Pusser's Rum collection has had a bit of a revamp. While their Blue Label is still made with the exact same blend of rums - a recipe from the Admiralty - it is now bottled at 40% abv rather that 54.5% abv. The reasoning behind this, is it allows Pusser's to be distributed to Naval bases, where the maximum allowed strength is 40%. If you're looking for the original 54.5% version, then fear not! It has now been rebranded as Pusser's 'Gunpowder Proof' Black Label.
Type: Traditional Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: British Virgin Islands
Look: Dark amber in colour
Nose: Aroma of sticky toffee, rich, toasted sugar, molasses, dried fruits, cinnamon, cardamom and creamy caramel
Palate: The palate is rich, round and full, with just enough spice to be a little fiery.
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Brighton gin is an incredibly smooth, juniper and citrus led gin made in miniscule batches by gin lovers Kathy and Helen. Their distillery is situated in a little pub just outside the centre of Brighton and everything about the product is lovingly crafted by hand from the individual waxing of the bottles to the elegantly simple mixture of botanicals. Even the colour scheme was carefully chosen to mimic that of the iconic railings on Brighton sea front. Smooth and refreshing this gin slides down easily when drunk neat thanks to the milk thistle in the botanicals (which incidentally is also very good for your liver). It's refreshing, clean and the hints of zesty coriander pop through the juniper.
Country: United Kingdom
Nose: Lovely juniper nose, with an earthy, slightly musky, floral warmth and angelica underneath that. Fairly concentrated nose, mostly in the top. Slight earthiness below, but rather quiet after first blush
Palate: Palate is clean. Citrus seems to be the leading character, but you’re getting resinous juniper notes, a slight floral tinge mid-taste, the finish comes on with some pleasant spice notes, coriander, orange rind, long warm and slightly earthy finish. Surprising hit of heat on the finish as well
Tasting tip: In tonic - Alone with ice
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Produced in the workshop previously used by the late, great Michael Jackson (whisky writer, not Moonwalker), this super-small-batch artisinal Gin is flavoured with restraint, making it easier for the natural quality of the spirit to shine through. Distilled in a marvellously compact pot still / column still combo. named Prudence, Sipsmith epitomises distilling on a truly artisinal scale. At the time of her installation, Prudence was the first copper pot still to be brought to life in London for over 200 years.
Country / Région: Angleterre / North West
Nose: Floral, summer meadow notes, followed by mellow rounded juniper and zesty, citrus freshness
Palate: Gentle mouthfeel, with initial dry juniper joined by growing sweetness, showing lemon tart & orange marmalade, garnished by a wave of fresh lemon zest, followed by bolder juniper & light dryness, before all the flavours harmonise into one integrated taste.
Finish: Dryness leads, with spicy juniper & a hint of lemon tart emerging.
Tasting tip: in tonic - in cocktail
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Allergens: Contain sulphites
A premium Absolut vodka, distilled in a vintage copper rectification still from 1929 in small batches using wheat sourced locally from the nearby Råbelöf estate. It's a clean-tasting vodka with a soft, silky mouthfeel – Absolut recommend you drink it neat with a single large ice cube. We call it liquid silk. Perfect for your martinis or even on the rocks.
Country / Region: Sweden / Skane
Nose: Cereals clean, rich, round, fresh and light with a deep and mellow spice.
Palate: Silky and full-bodied palate with rich macadamia nuts, creamed cereals and white chocolate toppings and buttered notes of freshly baked pain. Fresh and light nose with a balanced hint of sweet spices and a pure and balanced richness
Finish: Smooth rounded spice with fresh hazelnuts and a warm, well-balanced finish
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Fair Rum is produced using only Fair Trade Certified sugar cane from Belize, grown using organic and sustainable farming methods. It is then aged in American oak barrels, before being shipped to Cognac to be bottled. This is aromatic with spicy notes and a long finish.
Type: Molasses Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region: Belize
Look: Old gold color
Nose: Round and lively at the same time. Medicinal (castor, sinapism), it is also fruity (pear, white currant) and salty. Spicy (clove, nutmeg), it rises to become empyreumatic (cedar, essential oil) and hyper vanilla. Delicate citrus (mandarin, kumquat) are a nice aromatic punctuation
Palate: Powerful. At first, it turns out to be a true copy of the nose. Then, it gradually leaves expression with serenity and greediness its fruity temperament (apricot, peach, melon) and pastry (crème brûlée, madeleine)
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Named after the number of botanicals used, the final abv chosen was also supposedly the eighth tasted from a final shortlist of twelve possible percentages. It is aimed at the sophisticated male gin drinker. Made in small batches using the purest 100% English Grain Spirit, Langley's No.8 Distilled London Gin is hand crafted specifically to let the selected botanicals do the talking. An old-fashioned gin, perfect for a traditional gin and tonic.
Country / Region: London, United Kingdom
Nose: Muscular juniper, lemon peel and coriander.
Palate: Dry with juniper and a hint of nutmeg spice.
Packaging: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Daffy's Small Batch Premium Gin is made with grain spirit from northern France, which is then distilled using a copper pot still. The Scottish distillers use a selection of eight botanicals for Daffy's Gin, including juniper, Lebanese mint, coriander, angelica root, Spanish lemon and orange peels, cassia bark and orris root. It has been bottled at a very specific 43.4% ABV, as the distillers believe this to be the perfect strength for their expression - not excessively punchy, but with enough power behind it for balance and flavour. The bottle design, incidentally, is the work of Robert McGinnis, the American artist who made film posters for various James Bond and Matt Helm films as well as Breakfast at Tiffany's and Barbarella!
Country / Region: England / West Midlands
Nose: Vibrant, juicy orange notes burst forth, with well-rounded earthy juniper and cool, refreshing hints of mint
Palate: A good balance of citrus and juniper, with chewy fruit sweets and coriander coming through clear
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
The 'original' sets a high standard for Highland whisky, and has gone from strength to strength since its slightly controversial packaging redesign a few years ago. Medium-bodied and gently warming, with pleasant spicy notes.
Type: Whiskey / Single Malt
Age reference: 10 years
Country / Region: Scotland / Highlands
Look: Antique gold
Nose: Floral on fresh fruits and salted butter caramel.
Palate: Smooth on nuts and citrus fruits. A long and progressive finish, it gives us spicy notes and ginger
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
A classic Russian vodka, clean and crisp with a little bit of grain flavour. Perfect for drinking straight, as is the Russian way, Beluga has become a huge word of mouth success story since first pitching up on these shores in 2009. Beluga is made, unusually, with barley malt spirit, and is very lightly flavoured with honey and extracts of oat and milk thistle.
Country / Region: Russia / Kemerovo Oblast
Nose: Sweet, with mixed honey and oat flavor
Palate: A sharp attack on cereal and herbaceous notes
Finale: A sweet finish that brings you touches of vanilla
Allergens: Contains sulphites
This pineapple-flavoured rum was created by Plantation's Alexandre Gabriel as a tribute to Reverend Stiggins, a character in Charles Dickens' Pickwick Papers. This has notes of banana, citrus peel, spice and a hint of smoke, along with the pineapple. Winner of Best New Spirit at Tales of the Cocktail 2016.
Type: Spiced Rum
Age reference: No
Country / Region Caribbean
Look: Light golden amber color
Nose: Fruity. Victoria pineapple, peach, marzipan, vanilla and geranium
Palate: Sweet and oily. Baked apples, cloves. Smoked, honeyed and spicy notes. The finish is long and pastry with notes of caramel and vanilla
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Allergens: Contains sulphites
Queen Victoria grew the very same rhubarb that infuses our Harrington Dry Gin in her garden at Buckingham Palace. It is now grown on a crown estate, in the Victorian kitchen garden style. The end result is a sweet and tangy rhubarb explosion. Superb neat, with tonic or even ginger ale. Gin simply doesn't come with more provenance and heritage. Hand crafted British gins, Craft distilled on falls farm, Exceptional gin using queen Victoria's own personal rhubarb crop
Country: England
Nose: Soft lemon, orris and nutmeg, all leading towards the full-bodied notes of fresh rhubarb.
Palate: Tangy rhubarb once again is the star of the show, supported by a spicy blend of juniper, black pepper and cardamom.
Tasting tip: Tonic - Ginger
Package information: No box
Allergens: Contain sulphites
In the fine epicurean tradition of France comes a vodka of uncommon brilliance. GREY GOOSE® Vodka is distilled from French wheat and is made with spring water from Gensac that is filtered through champagne limestone. The expertise of the Maître de Chai ensures an unparalleled smoothness and exceptional taste. In the fine epicurean tradition of France comes a vodka of uncommon brilliance. GREY GOOSE® Vodka is distilled from French wheat and is made with spring water from Gensac that is filtered through champagne limestone.
Country / Region: France
Nose: Clean and fresh, with an elegant spring floral bouquet, enhanced with a subtle citrus note
Palate: A sweet and delicately sweet approach; nice balance on the palate with notes of green plums and anise
Finish: Constant freshness
Allergens: Contains sulphite
Distinct scents of citrus and lavender notes accompany the botanical sweet aroma (without any added sugars), creating a unique opening to the gin. A distinct and pure scent of juniper, a tangy and crisp citrus note, a sweet, floral aroma, a hint of peppery spices, subtle bitter fruit (cranberries), and a deep and harmoniously balanced complexity.
Country / Region: Germany / Baden-Württemberg
Nose: Explosive, surprising. The mixture of local plants and exotic citrus makes sense from the first nose
Palate: The lemon touches are wrapped with fine floral notes. In addition, the peppercorns give a touch of spice to the sweet bitterness sewed by the fruits. Monkey 47 oscillates delicately between spicy flavors and alpine aromatics
Tasting tip: Alone without ice - In tonic
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Ciroc is an inspired vodka distilled from French grapes. This innovation in French craftsmanship uses a cold fermentation process, unique in the world of vodka, that preserves the grapes' distinct freshness. It is distilled five times and finished in a copper pot-still in the legendary Cognac Region of France. Ciroc is a taste experience that is refreshingly different and elegantly smooth. “Ciroc is a great option for folks looking for an alternative to grain based vodka. Rounded, with a hint of the fruit, it makes a clean canvas for cocktails.” Charles Joly, World Class Winner 2014 Distilled from fine French grapes, 5 times distilled
A bottle of this highly unusual limited edition vodka from Chase distillery, which has been smoked with English oak for an intriguingly delicious flavour almost reminiscent of a fine reposado tequila or mezcal.
Country / Region: England
Nose: An initial peppery haze leads to sweet and creamy oak smoke
Palate: Sweet, woody notes of liquorice. Hints of charcoal with bitterness and spice,
followed by subtle oak smoke
Finish: Soft and delicate smokiness
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Martell VSOP Médaillon (‘Very Superior Old Pale’) is made with skillfully blended, mature eaux-de-vie from the four finest growth areas of the Cognac region. VSOP is a smooth and mellow cognac that is a true cocktail of aromas, at once fresh, rounded and woody.
Country / Region: France / Poitou-Charente
Look: Golden amber color
Nose: Lime and liquorice notes. Candied fruit notes (quince, raisins, plums)
Palate: Smooth sweetness, with complex notes of candied fruit. Flexibility, breadth and roundness. With a lingering finish
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Award-winning Mexican Tequila Olmeca Altos Plata is a 100% Agave Tequila of astonishing character and unprecedented smoothness. Olmeca Altos is exclusively produced in the Los Altos Region, in the Highlands of Central Mexico. This particular region offers the best conditions to produce our main ingredient: the blue Agave. A slow and complex elaboration process results in a smooth Tequila with citric flavours. Olmeca Altos is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks. 2016 The Spirits Business - Tequila Masters 2016 - Gold Medal - Olmeca Altos Plata - ‘Blanco Super Premium' category - Gold Medal - Olmeca Altos Reposado - ‘Reposado Super Premium' category Award-winning Mexican mixto tequila
Type: White Tequila 100% Blue Agave
Country / Region: Mexico / Los violas
Color: Translucent
Palate: Sweet on the palate, with tangy notes of lime, lemon and cooked agave. A pleasant and long finish
Tasting tip: Struck - In cocktails
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Inspired by botanicals grown in the Mediterranean that are individually distilled and hand blended to produce a unique gin with a distinctive character. The word 'mare' (pronounced mar-ray) is deeply rooted in the Mediterranean culture.
Country / Region: Spain / Catalonia
Nose: Fine, very open. Cardamom and coriander produce a herbaceous and spicy dynamic. Then, almonds and licorice give it a lot of length on which come white flowers, aromatic plants (sage, savory) and citrus (orange, mandarin).
Palate: Firm, lively. Pepper is his point of departure. Licorice, cumin and apricot kernel follow suit. Other spices (cinnamon, curry), almonds and lemon yellow arrive in high point. The sweet and balanced finish sees the main actress arrive, the green olive, which makes a majestic and oily entrance to conclude in beauty
Tasting tip: Alone on ice
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
Launched in 2005, No. 209 Gin is one of the dozen or so gins that emerged in recent years from the re-invigorated craft distilling culture underway globally. With its citrussy and spicy flavour profile, No. 209 Gin is what we’ve come to call a “contemporary classic” here at Gin Foundry. No doubt, the flavour profile leans more towards American pallets with a slightly subdued juniper presence and more prominent citrus notes. However, the core gin backbone is still there. It hasn’t shied away from the category’s heritage and the team has managed to create a modern, contemporary gin, which would appeal to many. The best gin we've tasted in a very long time, this quintuple-distilled gin has perhaps the best flavour we've ever encountered for a Gin Martini.
Country / region: United States
Nose: Beautifully aromatic nose of predominately citrus and floral notes with a hint of spiciness
Palate: Citrus high notes, with lemon followed by a hint of orange. As the spirit warms in the mouth, delicate floral notes are liberated from the bergamot and coriander
Tasting tip: In tonic
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains Sulphites
Cardhu comes from one of the oldest of the Speyside distilleries, which have nestled in foothills near the River Spey for 200 years. Members of the Cardhu whisky family are lively in character and surprise with every sip. Distinct honey on the nose with some clean, firm grain followed by rich malt. Exotic fruit follows with mango and kiwi. Some grassiness and light note of peat way in the background. Big entry into the mouth with immediate wave of ripe malt which brings out some spicy notes and hints of vanilla. All the while there seems to be a little rumble of peat way back in the rear. Soft, satisfying finish. Our Master Blender has carefully selected casks to create a mouth-wateringly sweet malt whisky with a quietly spicy finish. Gold Reserve is fruitier and warmer than the classic 12 year old, its initial sweetness is cut by crisp orange zest followed by a subtle mineral dryness. Cardhu Gold Reserve is a great choice as a sweeter aperitif. Beautifully presented in gold luxurious packaging, Cardhu Gold Reserve makes the perfect gift for any whisky lover. Rich and beautifully tasting Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Cardhu family, Fairly dry with biscuity oak and a little cinnamon, plus toffee and apple notes, Serve in a large balloon glass neat or with a little water. Gold Reserve also offers up some new, fruity flavours when served with ice, Master Blender Matthew Crow has carefully selected casks to create a mouth-wateringly sweet, rich and mellow Single Malt whisky, One of the most distinctive, luxurious Scotch Whisky bottles in the world, perfect as a gift
Type: Whisky / Single Malt Whisky
Age reference: 12 years old
Country/Region: Ecosse / Speyside
Look: Gold
Nose: Round and fruity, note of ripe fruit (pear).
Palate: Velvety, soft malt aromas, a woody touch (vanilla and sweet spices).
Finish: Round and warm marked by honey and oak.
Package Information: No box
Allergens: Contains sulphites
