Spirits

Producer Description 

Our first single varietal made from 100% Titania blackcurrants hand harvested in the Hudson Valley, NY. A profile once compelling and confusing, intensely savory not always what you expect. Adjust your reality. Enjoy neat or in cocktails. 

Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky — Scotland 1.0L

Dewar's White Label is one of the world's best-selling Scotch whiskies — and for good reason. First created over a century ago by Dewar's master blender, White Label is built around a core of Aberfeldy single malt, one of the Highlands' most honeyed and characterful distilleries, blended with approximately 40 different whiskies to achieve a consistent, approachable, and genuinely satisfying dram. Founded in Perth in 1846, Dewar's is one of Scotland's most iconic whisky houses — and White Label remains their signature expression.

The whisky pours a warm amber gold. The nose opens with honey, ripe peach, green apple, and cut hay — fresh and inviting. On the palate, it's medium-bodied with vanilla fudge, a touch of smoke, toffee, heather honey, and gentle oak. The finish is good length, with cut herbs and a lingering honeyed sweetness that makes it endlessly sippable. Equally at home neat, on the rocks, or as the backbone of a Highball or Rob Roy.

"White Label contains around 40 different whiskies in the blend, with Aberfeldy at its heart." — Dewar's

• Producer: Dewar's, Aberfeldy, Scotland
• Style: Blended Scotch Whisky
• Core Malt: Aberfeldy Single Malt
• Blend: ~40 whiskies
• ABV: 40%
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Honey, peach, apple, vanilla fudge, toffee, heather honey, oak, herbal finish
• Best Served: Neat, on the rocks, Highball (with soda), or Rob Roy

The world's most trusted blended Scotch in a generous liter format — Aberfeldy-driven, honeyed, and built for sharing.

Ketel One Vodka — Schiedam, Netherlands 1.0L

Ketel One has been crafted by the Nolet family in Schiedam, Netherlands for over 300 years — ten generations of distilling expertise poured into every bottle. Named after the original coal-fired copper pot still, Distilleerketel #1 (“Ketel” is the Dutch word for still), Ketel One is made from non-GMO European wheat using traditional copper pot still distillation, then filtered through loose charcoal and rested in tile-lined tanks. The result is an exceptionally clean, crisp, and velvety smooth vodka of the highest quality — a benchmark premium vodka trusted by bartenders and enthusiasts worldwide.

Best served well chilled, Ketel One opens with a mild, elegant sweetness on the nose. The palate is clean and refined — hints of marshmallow and cocoa bean with flares of citrus peel, cassia bark, and ginger on the smooth, lingering finish.

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points — “Best well chilled, this classic brand has a mild sweetness that hints at marshmallow and cocoa bean, plus flares of citrus peel, cassia bark and ginger on the clean finish.”

• Producer: Nolet Distillery, Schiedam, Netherlands (est. 1691)
• Style: Premium Vodka
• Base: Non-GMO European wheat
• Distillation: Traditional copper pot still, charcoal filtered, tile-lined tank rested
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Mild sweetness, marshmallow, cocoa bean, citrus peel, cassia bark, ginger, clean finish
• How to Enjoy: Chilled neat or on the rocks; classic Martini, Vodka Tonic, Moscow Mule, or Bloody Mary
• Best Paired With: Smoked salmon, caviar, oysters, light appetizers, charcuterie

Ten generations of Dutch distilling mastery — Ketel One 1.0L is the premium vodka benchmark for any occasion.

Absolut Vodka 80 Proof 1.75L

Born in Åhus, Sweden, Absolut is one of the world's most iconic spirits — and for good reason. Distilled from winter wheat grown in the rich fields of southern Sweden, it's crafted using a continuous distillation process that has remained unchanged since 1879. The result is a clean, smooth vodka with a distinct character: a rich, full-bodied grain note with a hint of dried fruit and a long, warming finish. This 1.75L magnum is the smart buy for entertaining, cocktail-making, or simply stocking the bar right.

• Producer: Absolut
• Base: Winter Wheat
• Origin: Åhus, Sweden
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Size: 1.75L Magnum
• Certifications: Kosher, Gluten-Free

2024 Gold Medal — The Spirits Business Vodka Masters Competition (blind tasting, second consecutive year).

Perfect for vodka sodas, martinis, Bloody Marys, or any classic cocktail that deserves a clean, reliable base.

Emilio Lustau · Solera Reserva · Brandy de Jerez DO · Andalusia · Spain

Emilio Lustau is one of Jerez’s most celebrated sherry houses — and their approach to Brandy de Jerez is as meticulous as their approach to fino and amontillado. The Solera Reserva is the youngest brandy in the Lustau portfolio, distilled from Airén grapes harvested in central Spain and brought to Jerez for aging in the traditional solera and criadera system — the same method that gives sherry its layered complexity. What sets this brandy apart is the cask seasoning: each barrel was first filled with young Amontillado sherry, which smooths the virgin oak and impregnates the wood with nutty, oxidative character before the brandy ever touches it. Aged an average of three years. Gold Medal Best in Class at the International Wine and Spirits Competition and International Spirits Challenge.

Light amber with greenish reflections, the Solera Reserva opens with aromas of vanilla, toasted wood, orange marmalade, and hazelnuts. On the palate, it is bone dry and smooth — mellow yet intense — with a long, nutty finish that lingers with warmth and elegance. A brandy of genuine craft and exceptional value.

• Producer: Emilio Lustau, Jerez de la Frontera, Andalusia, Spain
• Style: Brandy de Jerez DO · Solera Reserva
• Distillate: Airén grapes, distilled in central Spain
• Aging: Average 3 years in Amontillado sherry-seasoned casks; solera & criadera system
• Accolades: Gold Medal Best in Class — IWSC 2011 & ISC 2013; Gold Medal — Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2013
• Size: 700ml
• Tasting Notes: Vanilla, toasted wood, orange marmalade, hazelnut, bone dry, smooth, long nutty finish
• Serve: Neat or on the rocks · Brandy Old Fashioned · Sidecar · Digestif

Brandy de Jerez DO — Amontillado-seasoned solera brandy from one of Jerez’s great houses. Bone dry, smooth, and award-winning.

Chartreuse · Végétal Elixir · France · 100ml

Chartreuse Végétal Elixir carries a centuries-old botanical tradition in a compact 100ml bottle. Its recipe brings together 130 plants, linking this French elixir to the history of the Carthusian monks and the Grande Chartreuse.

History & Recipe

In 1605, the Duke of Estrées entrusted the Carthusians with a manuscript containing a mysterious recipe composed of 130 plants. Over the following century and a half, the monks developed that formula, with Brother Jérôme Maubec playing a key role in the final preparation established in 1764.

The existing producer history recounts how Brother Charles brought the elixir to local markets, traveling down from the monastery by donkey. According to that history, the recipe has remained unchanged since 1764.

Botanical Character

The defining feature is its blend of 130 plants. This listing focuses on the elixir’s botanical composition and monastic heritage; individual tasting notes and alcohol strength are not specified in the supplied product information.

Details

• Brand: Chartreuse
• Product: Végétal Elixir
• Country: France
• Botanical composition: 130 plants
• Recipe established: 1764
• Bottle size: 100ml

A small-format expression of Chartreuse’s long botanical heritage.

Expert Review

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

Producer Description 

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

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

Producer Description 

With a fiery flavor that works perfectly in any bloody Mary, Absolut Peppar adds zest and zing to countless vodka cocktails. Enjoy the burn!

Absolut Peppar is aromatic, complex and spicy. The pepper flavor is a combination of the spicy components in the capsicum pepper family and the fresh green jalapeno pepper.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 89 Points | The piquant, intense opening bouquet offers prickly darts of black pepper and hot red chili pepper. Palate entry is mildly hot and spicy, giving off deep tastes of dried red chili pepper; at midpalate, there's a brief respite but at the finish the chili pepper heat returns, most pleasantly.                

Producer Description 

Everyone knows that passion fruit is the best fruit, right? And, if you disagree, your taste is suspect. Inherently sweet, sour, and tropically exotic on the nose, this new realease from Giffard is already establishing itself as a favorite in the world of Tiki.

For those who prefer a boozy stirred cocktail, Giffard’s Fruit de Passion is the perfect compliment and counterpoint for dark, spiritous sippers.

Crop Harvest Earth Artisanal Vodka — Princeton, Minnesota, USA

Crop Harvest Earth is an American artisanal spirits brand built on a simple but powerful idea: that the best vodka starts with the best ingredients, grown responsibly from the earth. Crop Organic Artisanal Vodka is distilled from certified organic grain and bottled in Princeton, Minnesota — a sustainably made spirit crafted with the same commitment to quality and provenance that defines the entire Crop lineup. Where most mass-market vodkas prioritize neutrality above all else, Crop Artisanal is designed to be light, clean, and smooth while retaining a genuine character of its own: mellow, restrained, and subtly sweet, with a delicate vanilla finish that makes it as compelling sipped neat as it is in cocktails. Earning 91 points from both Wine Enthusiast and the Tasting Panel, it is one of the most consistently acclaimed organic vodkas on the market.

The nose is clean and inviting with a subtle sweetness and a hint of grain. On the palate, it is mellow and restrained with a smooth, silky feel — a sweet flavor with a light vanilla finish that lingers gently. Light, clean, and distilled to perfection. Delicious on its own over ice, or as the foundation of any cocktail.

Wine Enthusiast 91 / Tasting Panel 91 — "Mellow and restrained, with a smooth feel and a sweet flavor with a light vanilla finish. Distilled from certified organic grain and bottled in Princeton, Minnesota."

• Producer: Crop Harvest Earth, Princeton, Minnesota, USA
• Style: Artisanal Vodka
• Base: Certified organic grain
• Farming: Certified Organic, Sustainably Made
• ABV: 40% (80 proof)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Clean, mellow, subtly sweet, smooth silky texture, light vanilla finish
• Best Served: Neat, over ice, or in cocktails
• Cocktail Pairings: Martini, vodka tonic, Moscow mule, Bloody Mary, espresso martini, vodka soda

Certified organic, sustainably made, and double 91-point rated — Crop Harvest Earth Artisanal Vodka is the clean, smooth choice for the conscious cocktail drinker.

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

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

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

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

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

Producer Description

Stoli® Cucumber is clean and crisp on the palate, bursting with savory cucumber flavor and smooth finish. A pure, clean and natural tasting cucumber vodka.

Launched in San Francisco in 1992, SKYY Vodka pioneered a new standard for American vodka — quadruple-distilled and triple-filtered for exceptional purity, then enriched with minerals inspired by the coastal waters of the San Francisco Bay Area. The result is a clean, smooth, and subtly mineral vodka with a crisp, refreshing character that’s equally at home sipped on the rocks or mixed into your favorite cocktail. This 1.75L Magnum is the smart buy for home bars, entertaining, and stocking up.

Tasting Notes: Clean and crisp with subtle grain sweetness, a hint of salinity and minerality, and a smooth, neutral finish.

Spirit: Vodka
Producer: SKYY Spirits
Region: San Francisco, California, USA
Distillation: Quadruple-distilled, triple-filtered
ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
Bottle Size: 1.75L Magnum

Malibu · Original Caribbean Rum with Coconut · Barbados · 750ml

Since 1982, Malibu has been the world’s best-selling coconut-flavored Caribbean rum — and for good reason. Made with Caribbean rum from Barbados and infused with natural coconut flavor, it delivers exactly what it promises: smooth, sweet, and effortlessly tropical. There’s no pretension here, just sunshine in a bottle at 21% ABV that makes every cocktail taste like a vacation. Whether you’re mixing a classic Pina Colada, a Malibu & Pineapple, or just pouring it over ice with cola, Malibu is the one bottle that belongs at every summer gathering. At $25.99, it’s the crowd-pleaser that never lets you down.

Clear with a faint golden hue. The nose is immediately inviting — fresh coconut, vanilla, and a hint of sweet rum. On the palate: smooth and lightly sweet with a clean coconut flavor and a soft, easy finish. Low in alcohol (21% ABV) and endlessly mixable. Serve over ice, mix with pineapple juice, or blend into a frozen Pina Colada.

• Producer: Malibu (est. 1982)
• Style: Caribbean Rum with Coconut Liqueur
• Origin: Barbados, Caribbean
• ABV: 21%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh coconut, vanilla, sweet rum, smooth & lightly sweet, clean finish
• Serve: Malibu & Cola · Malibu & Pineapple · Piña Colada · Malibu Mai Tai · Malibu Bay Breeze · Over ice

The world’s best-selling coconut rum — sunshine in a bottle since 1982.

Japan's relationship with rice runs far deeper than cuisine — it is a philosophy of purity, craft, and patience distilled over centuries. Haku honors that heritage in every drop. The name itself carries a double meaning: Haku (白) for "white," and a tribute to its source, Hakumai (白米) — 100% Japanese white rice — shaped through the exacting mastery of Jyunpaku (純白), the art of achieving something purely and brilliantly clean.

Distilled and crafted by Suntory, Japan's legendary spirits house, Haku is filtered through bamboo charcoal — a process that strips away any harshness and leaves behind something remarkable: a vodka of uncommon softness, gentle sweetness, and a whisper of umami that sets it apart from any grain or potato expression.

On the nose it is delicate and clean, with subtle floral sweetness. The palate is round and silky, with the natural sweetness of white rice at its core. The finish is smooth and lingering, with that signature Japanese refinement — restrained, precise, and deeply satisfying.

• Producer: Suntory
• Base: 100% Japanese White Rice
• Filtration: Bamboo charcoal
• Origin: Japan
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Format: 750ml

Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed chilled, neat, or on the rocks. Exceptional in a Vodka Tonic or Martini. Pairs beautifully with Japanese cuisine, sushi, or light seafood.

Emilio Lustau has been one of Jerez's most celebrated bodegas for over a century, bringing the same Sherry-house precision and depth of knowledge to their vermouth range. The Vermut Blanco is a masterclass in balance — a dry white vermouth built on the foundation of two iconic Jerez wines, each contributing something essential to the final blend.

The Lustau Vermut Blanco Vermouth Jerez 750ml is a marriage of dry, mineral Fino Sherry and sweet, floral Moscatel — a combination that creates a vermouth of remarkable complexity and elegance. Intense bright yellow in the glass with golden reflections, it opens with floral, citrusy, and herbaceous notes over a yeasty, mineral base. On the palate it is crisp and refreshing, with a long, nutty, and pleasantly bitter finish that is unmistakably Jerez in character.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Intense bright yellow with golden reflections
• Nose: Floral, citrusy, and herbaceous over a yeasty, mineral base
• Palate: Crisp, dry, and refreshing with nutty complexity
• Finish: Bitter, clean, and long with a nutty, refreshing aftertaste

Product Details

• Dry white vermouth — Fino Sherry & Moscatel blend
• Lustau, Jerez de la Frontera, Andalucía, Spain
• 750ml
• Serve: chilled over ice with a lemon twist, or in a Dry Martini or White Negroni

Producer Description 

Master Blender Brian Kinsman skilfully blends around 25 of the finest single malt and grain Scotch whiskies to make Grant’s Family Reserve. The basis for the blend is our widely acclaimed Girvan grain whisky. Vacuum distilled at a lower temperature to make it a lighter and more delicate spirit, it is then aged in oak to give it a deeper, sweeter, soft fruit flavour, creating the perfect foundation. 

Winemaker Description

Byrrh Grand Quinquina is made to the original late-19th century recipe that earned worldwide fame and inspired fifty years of evocative poster art. Byrrh combines a generous, port-like wine and mistelle base with a firm backbone of natural quinine to produce a fruity, refreshing aperitif.

By itself, with tonic and a twist, or paired with blue cheese. In cocktails, Byrrh mixes well with vodka, gin, tequila, Irish whiskey, and grapefruit. Byrrh is produced in Thuir, in the heart of French Catalan territory, near the coast and border with Spain. 

Expert Review

93 Points Wine Enthusiast | Concentrated dark fruit leads the nose and palate on this garnet-hued aperitif wine infused with quinine. Complex, rich stewed fruit notes suggest cherry pie and Port brushed with vanilla, finishing long with drying hints of plum skin, sage and dried oregano plus a hint of espresso-like bitterness.  Best Buy

Carpano Antica Formula Sweet Vermouth — Turin, Italy | 16.5% ABV | Half Bottle 375ml

Carpano Antica Formula is the original sweet vermouth — and arguably the most important bottle in the history of the cocktail. Created by Antonio Benedetto Carpano in Turin in 1786, this is the vermouth that started it all: the ancient formula that defined the category, inspired generations of bartenders, and remains the gold standard for sweet vermouth to this day. Produced from the Carpano Distillery’s original 18th-century recipe, bottled in a faithful reproduction of the original label and bottle with traditional cork and red wax seal, Antica Formula is as much a piece of history as it is a drink. Wine Enthusiast awarded it 95 points.

The nose is rich, fruity, and deeply enticing: fig, dried cherries, faint spiced gingerbread, and bitter orange peel, all warmed by a signature hint of vanilla that sets Antica Formula apart from every other sweet vermouth on the market. On the palate, it is lush and complex — drinkable solo over ice as an aperitif, or as the non-negotiable ingredient in a proper Negroni or Manhattan. The 375ml half bottle is the perfect format for home bartenders who want the real thing without committing to a full bottle.

Wine Enthusiast 95 — “Rich, fruity and enticing… warmed with notes of fig and dried cherries, and just faint hints of spiced gingerbread and bitter orange peel. Drinkable solo as an aperitif, or use it as a cocktail-mixing favorite.”

• Producer: Carpano Distillery, Turin, Piedmont, Italy
• Style: Sweet (Red) Vermouth — Antica Formula (Ancient Recipe, est. 1786)
• ABV: 16.5%
• Format: Half Bottle — 375ml
• Tasting Notes: Fig, dried cherry, vanilla, spiced gingerbread, bitter orange peel, lush and complex finish
• Best Served: Over ice as an aperitif, or in a Negroni, Manhattan, Boulevardier, or Americano
• Food Pairings: Charcuterie, aged cheeses, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, antipasto
• Storage: Refrigerate after opening

The original, the benchmark, the one that started it all — Carpano Antica Formula is the non-negotiable sweet vermouth for anyone who takes their cocktails seriously.

Coquito is Puerto Rico’s answer to eggnog — richer, more aromatic, and unmistakably tropical. A beloved holiday tradition across the island and the Puerto Rican diaspora, it has been passed down through generations in handwritten recipes, made in large batches, and shared at Christmas gatherings as both drink and gift. Bacàrdí — whose roots in Puerto Rico run deep — has bottled that tradition in a form that is ready to pour.

Made with Bacàrdí Superior Rum as its base, this cream liqueur blends natural coconut cream with vanilla, cinnamon, and warm spice in a recipe that captures the spirit of homemade Coquito without requiring a blender. The result is indulgent and smoothly balanced — sweet but not cloying, with the gentle warmth of rum lifting the coconut cream into something genuinely festive and satisfying.

On the nose: toasted coconut, vanilla bean, and a whisper of cinnamon. The palate is rich and velvety, with coconut at the center, backed by warm baking spice and a clean rum finish. Best enjoyed cold, over ice, or straight from the refrigerator — exactly as you would serve it at a holiday table in San Juan.

• Producer: Bacàrdí
• Style: Coconut Cream Liqueur
• Base: Bacàrdí Superior Rum
• Flavor: Coconut cream, vanilla, cinnamon & warm spice
• Origin: Puerto Rico
• Format: 750ml

Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled or over ice in a small glass. Excellent in a Coquito cocktail, blended with ice as a frozen treat, or alongside holiday desserts. Refrigerate after opening.

Chitosetsuru Junmai Daiginjo Suisei — Hokkaido, Japan

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

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

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

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

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

Producer Description 

With the flood of new gins and tonic waters in recent years, modern tastebuds can be quite challenged when it comes to skillfully pair a specific gin with tonic water that complements its flavor profile. 

With the combination of Sicilian lemon, Seville oranges, grapefruit, and lime, The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters are made to provide an authentic Gin & Tonic experience making the flavors merge perfectly by adding delicate exotic nuances for a multi-sensory affair.

The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters provide layers of citrus fruits, juniper berries, orris root, and hints of Japanese green tea, and these bitters are not exclusive to the mix of Gin & Tonic, but they also shine bright in cocktails and long drinks. Producer Description. 

Three Olives · Vodka · 80 Proof

Three Olives Vodka is an unflavored spirit. Wine Enthusiast’s tasting note opens with sweet grain and fresh, damp vegetation, then turns to marshmallow and fiber, with a silky, grainy-sweet palate and a smooth, sweet-grain finish.

The producer’s notes celebrate it in a martini. The listing identifies this bottle as 80 proof and 750ml.

Wine Enthusiast · 95 Points
The opening nosings detect subtle odors of sweet grain and fresh, damp vegetation; further aeration introduces aromas of marshmallow and fiber. The palate entry is silky, textured and grainy sweet; at midpalate notes of charcoal/ash are found. Concludes on a smooth, sweet grain, sap-like note. A classy unflavored vodka that deserves a huge audience. Best Buy.

• Producer: Three Olives
• Spirit: Vodka
• Style: Unflavored
• Proof: 80
• Size: 750ml

A silky, grain-led vodka for a martini, with a Wine Enthusiast Best Buy recommendation.

Kinishihai Yukikage ‘Snow Shadow’ Tokubetsu Junmai — Niigata, Japan (300ml)

Kinishihai is brewed in Niigata Prefecture — one of Japan's most revered sake-producing regions, celebrated for its cold winters, pristine snowmelt water, and the distinctive ‘tanrei karakuchi’ style: clean, dry, and refined sake of exceptional elegance and food-friendliness. Yukikage — meaning ‘Snow Shadow’ — is a Tokubetsu Junmai, a special designation within the Junmai category indicating a higher level of rice polishing or a distinctive brewing technique that elevates the sake above the standard. It is crafted from a blend of two local Niigata rice varietals — Gohyaku Mangoku and Koshi Ibuki — both milled to 58% of their original size, removing the outer layers to reveal a cleaner, more refined grain. Fermented with S-3 yeast, which produces a mildly fragrant and clean profile with light earthy qualities, Yukikage is a true expression of the gutsy, grounded Niigata style: smooth, earthy, and built for the table. Uniquely versatile — it is equally compelling served chilled or gently warmed, making it one of the most food-friendly sakes in the glass.

The nose is mildly fragrant and inviting: toasted brown rice, light earthiness, and a clean, grounded character. On the palate, it is smooth and earthy with notes of toasty brown rice and a gentle nuttiness. Chilled, it is a natural companion for sushi, gyoza, and delicate seafood. Gently warmed, it blossoms — the perfect accompaniment for yakitori, grilled salmon, or roasted yellowtail. A sake of genuine versatility and quiet depth.

"A true gutsy Niigata style sake — smooth and earthy, with notes of toasty brown rice. When chilled it makes a great companion for a sushi platter or gyoza dumplings, but when gently warmed it blossoms into the perfect accompaniment for yakitori, grilled salmon or roasted yellowtail." — Kinishihai, Producer

• Brewery: Kinishihai, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
• Classification: Tokubetsu Junmai
• Rice: Gohyaku Mangoku & Koshi Ibuki, milled to 58%
• Yeast: S-3
• Style: Niigata tanrei karakuchi — clean, dry, earthy
• ABV: 15%
• Size: 300ml
• Tasting Notes: Toasted brown rice, light earthiness, smooth, mildly fragrant, nutty finish
• Serve: Chilled (45–50°F) or gently warmed (100–110°F)
• Best Paired With (Chilled): Sushi, gyoza, delicate sashimi, cold tofu
• Best Paired With (Warmed): Yakitori, grilled salmon, roasted yellowtail, miso soup, hearty izakaya dishes

Niigata's snow-country terroir in a 300ml bottle — Kinishihai Yukikage is smooth, earthy, and one of the most versatile sakes on the shelf.

The world’s best-selling vodka for good reason. Smirnoff No. 21 is triple-distilled and ten-times filtered, delivering a medium-full body with notes of lemon, white pepper, and charcoal, a bold, clean texture, and a smoky sensation that gives way to a burst of rich, satisfying flavor. Kosher certified and endlessly versatile — a dependable staple for any home bar or back bar.

Expert Review
“The aroma is nearly neutral, with a mild sweetness echoed on the palate, suggesting light almond and coconut tones layered with a faint charcoal note. Finishes with a fiery burst of cayenne and cinnamon heat.” — 88 pts, Wine Enthusiast

Spirit: Vodka
Producer: Smirnoff
Region: USA
Certification: Kosher Certified
ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
Bottle Size: 1.0L

Luksusowa Vodka — Poland 1.0L

Luksusowa — Polish for "luxurious" — is one of Poland's most celebrated potato vodkas, and a benchmark for the style. Distilled from 100% Polish potatoes rather than grain, it delivers the rich, creamy texture and subtle sweetness that only a true potato vodka can achieve. Triple-distilled and charcoal-filtered for exceptional purity, Luksusowa has earned a devoted following among bartenders and spirits enthusiasts who know that the finest vodka starts in the ground.

The nose is clean and subtly sweet with a hint of earthy creaminess. On the palate, it is silky and full-bodied with a gentle sweetness, soft vanilla, and a whisper of white pepper. The finish is smooth, round, and remarkably clean — everything a premium potato vodka should be.

• Producer: Luksusowa, Poland
• Style: Potato Vodka
• Proof: 80 (40% ABV)
• Base: 100% Polish Potatoes
• Process: Triple-distilled, charcoal-filtered
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Creamy, silky, subtle sweetness, vanilla, white pepper, clean finish
• Best Paired With: Classic martini, vodka tonic, Bloody Mary, or chilled neat

Exceptional value in a 1.0L format — Luksusowa is the potato vodka that punches well above its price.

Producer Description 

The original liqueur of Veracruz! Kahlua relies on two of the region's finest ingredients- sugarcane and 100% Arabica coffee. 

Hiram Walker · Apricot Flavored Brandy · 750ml

Hiram Walker Apricot Flavored Brandy showcases several varieties of tree-ripened apricots for a robust, fruity character. Extracted fruit essences are blended to capture fresh apricot flavors, making this bottle a useful addition to a fruit-forward cocktail collection.

Producer Background

Hiram Walker began producing spirits in 1858, pioneering distillation and manufacturing processes that became industry standards. The brand’s range spans schnapps, liqueurs, and flavored brandies, with a focus on ingredients for cocktail making.

Tasting Notes

The producer highlights a robust apricot flavor with crisp, natural fruit essences. The emphasis is on fresh, true fruit character rather than an elaborate tasting profile.

Producer Description

Producer Description: Hiram Walker Apricot Brandy is made with several varieties of tree-ripened apricots for a robust and fruity flavor. The crisp, natural essences are extracted and then expertly blended to ensure fresh, true flavors in every bottle. Hiram Walker started producing spirits in 1858, and he pioneered numerous distillation and manufacturing processes that are now industry standards.Hiram Walker produces one of the broadest portfolios of Liqueurs in the world - 43 distinct and naturally delicious products from contemporary Schnapps to classic Brandies. Hiram Walker Liqueurs are made using only the best all natural ingredients making them must-haves for anyone who takes cocktails seriously.

Serving Suggestions

Try it in cocktails that call for apricot-flavored brandy, or experiment with a small measure alongside citrus and soda. For a dessert pairing, consider an apricot tart or simple almond cookies.

Details

• Brand: Hiram Walker
• Style: Apricot flavored brandy
• Featured fruit: Tree-ripened apricots
• Bottle size: 750ml

A robust apricot accent for the home cocktail bar.

SKYY Vodka has been redefining American vodka since its launch in San Francisco in 1992. Quadruple-distilled using a four-column distillation system and triple-filtered for exceptional purity, it delivers a clean, crisp character with a hint of grain sweetness, a medium body, and a palate that’s clean with subtly nutty depth. Enriched with minerals inspired by the coastal waters of the San Francisco Bay Area, SKYY is smooth, neutral, and endlessly versatile — a reliable go-to for sipping or mixing.

Expert Review
“Presents a clean, crisp aroma with a hint of grain sweetness. The body is medium; the palate is clean with some slightly nutty flavors. Uses a four-column distillation and triple-filtration system.” — 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast

Spirit: Vodka
Producer: SKYY Spirits
Region: San Francisco, California, USA
Distillation: Quadruple-distilled, triple-filtered
ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
Bottle Size: 1.0L

Producer Description

DeKuyper Creme De Cacao White is a sweet-chocolate liqueur that is an essential ingredient to rich, creamy cocktails. This drink is of the highest quality and includes only the finest ingredients. Make a delicious White Chocolate Raspberry Martini or a Snowflake Shot! 

Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Blanc — Savoie, France 375ml

Dolin is one of the oldest and most respected vermouth houses in France, producing in Chambéry — the only French appellation with a protected designation for vermouth — since 1821. Dolin Blanc is the house’s signature white vermouth: fresh, elegant, and crystal clear, with a delicate edge of vanilla and beautifully balanced sweetness. Lighter and more refined than most sweet vermouths, it reflects the alpine character of Savoie with a purity and finesse that is unmistakably Dolin.

On the palate, Dolin Blanc opens with gentle floral aromas, soft vanilla, and a whisper of citrus. The sweetness is restrained and elegant, making it as versatile in cocktails as it is enjoyable on its own. In France, it is traditionally served over ice with a sliced strawberry, a splash of soda, and a lemon twist — a simple pleasure that speaks to its effortless charm.

“Fresh, elegant, and perfectly balanced — Dolin Blanc is the benchmark white vermouth from France’s only protected vermouth appellation.”

• Producer: Dolin, Chambéry, Savoie, France
• Style: Blanc (White) Vermouth
• Appellation: Vermouth de Chambéry — protected French designation since 1932
• Size: 375ml Half Bottle
• Tasting Notes: Floral, soft vanilla, citrus, balanced sweetness, light and elegant finish
• How to Enjoy: Over ice with a strawberry, soda, and lemon twist; excellent in cocktails with any clear spirit
• Best Paired With: Fresh cow’s milk cheese, creamy bloomy-rind cheese, light charcuterie, fruit

A cornerstone of the French vermouth tradition and a bartender’s essential — Dolin Blanc brings alpine elegance to any glass.

Romanoff Vodka — USA 1.0L

Romanoff is a straightforward American vodka built for mixing — clean, neutral, and reliable at a price point that makes it the smart choice for high-volume cocktail making, parties, and everyday use. Distilled to the vodka standard of colorless, odorless, and essentially tasteless, it delivers exactly what a well vodka should: a clean base that lets your mixers shine without getting in the way.

On the nose, there are subtle hints of vanilla and cream — softer than many value vodkas. On the palate, it's smooth and neutral with a clean finish. A true chameleon behind the bar: mix it with soda, juice, tonic, or use it as the base for any classic cocktail. The 1.0L format is the practical everyday choice for home bars and entertaining.

"A good mixing vodka, with hints of vanilla and cream — blends seamlessly with just about anything." — Romanoff

• Producer: Romanoff, USA
• Style: American Vodka
• ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Clean, neutral, subtle vanilla and cream
• Best Used In: Vodka soda, screwdriver, bloody mary, cosmopolitan, or any classic vodka cocktail

The reliable well vodka in a generous liter format — clean, neutral, and priced for everyday mixing.

Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey · 375ml

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

Producer Description

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

Producer Description

Serving Ideas & Details

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

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

Little Sumo Junmai Genshu — Hyogo Prefecture, Japan (200ml Cup)

Little Sumo is brewed in Hyogo Prefecture — Japan's most celebrated sake-producing region and home to the legendary Nada district, where the mineral-rich 'Miyamizu' spring water has been the foundation of Japan's finest sake for centuries. Miyamizu — literally 'shrine water' — is prized for its high mineral content, which promotes vigorous fermentation and produces sake of exceptional richness, structure, and depth. Little Sumo is a Junmai Genshu — a pure rice sake (no added alcohol) bottled undiluted at full fermentation strength, giving it a robust 18% ABV and a stout, rich character that packs an extraordinary amount of flavor into a small package. The rice is polished to 70%, retaining more of the grain's natural richness and contributing to the sake's full, textured mouthfeel. Fermented with proprietary yeast and Miyamizu spring water, it strikes a compelling balance between sweet and dry — fruity, nutty, and built for food.

The nose is inviting and expressive: aromas of melon and plum with a rich, generous character. On the palate, it is full-textured and layered — Asian pear, banana, and almonds, balanced between sweet and dry with a satisfying nuttiness on the finish. Stout, rich, and punchy — it truly packs a lot into a small package. Best served chilled at 45–50°F.

"Aromas of melon and plum, and rich texture with flavors of Asian pear, banana and almonds. Balanced between sweet and dry with elements of fruit and nuttiness. Packs a lot in a small package!" — Little Sumo, Producer

• Brewery: Little Sumo, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
• Classification: Junmai Genshu (undiluted, no added alcohol)
• Prefecture: Hyogo
• Rice: Polished to 70%
• Water: Miyamizu mineral-rich spring water
• Yeast: Proprietary
• Sake Meter Value: +6.0 (dry)
• Acidity: 1.4
• ABV: 18%
• Size: 200ml (cup)
• Tasting Notes: Melon, plum, Asian pear, banana, almonds, rich texture, sweet-dry balance, nutty finish
• Serve: Chilled (45–50°F)
• Best Paired With: Yakitori, Korean BBQ, fatty sashimi, gyoza, grilled meats, izakaya dishes

Hyogo's legendary Miyamizu water in a cup-size package — Little Sumo Junmai Genshu is rich, punchy, and one of the most fun sakes on the shelf.

Producer Description

A juicy burst of black cherry flavor that's a little tangy, a little sweet, always bubbly and bright. Tastes like crashing a rooftop bar for an impromptu pool party with a dozen of your closest friends.

High Noon is made with real vodka, real juice, and sparkling water — no malt liquor, no artificial sweeteners. Just clean, crisp refreshment in a can. 4.5% ABV.

Perfect For

• Beach days, BBQs & rooftop hangs
• Poolside sipping
• Concerts, picnics & outdoor events
• A lighter alternative to beer or cocktails