Named for its place of conception, portobello London dry gin no. 171 is a classic London gin with all the characteristics of a premium product. Floral notes pour out of the bottle on opening with lavender and camphor at the forefront. Parma Violet sweetness follows and on tasting, you’ll get the first hint of juniper. The citrus notes often found in abundance in other gins are subdued but their essence is in the background and it’s a little spicier than your average gin, without being overwhelming. Wonderful for your favourite sling.
Point and a half to the Italians! stewed summer fruits with vanilla pods and manuka honey and burnt lemons. Fat plum and bitter raspberry finish with a slightly tannic feel. Crying out for gin and sweet vermouth!
Blended accordingly to specifications set out by the British admiralty, Pusser's rum is a genuinely classic flavour. Bringing together rums from Barbados, Guyana, Trinidad and Jamaica, Pusser's is a real classic. Treacle, toffee and molasses aromas are released and combine wonderfully with cinnamon-spied oak and ginger. The flavour is strong yet mellow and includes notes of toffee and espresso in addition to those in the nose. The depth of flavour in Pusser's come from the bitter oaky notes which are present throughout.
With a bottle design reminiscent of those kept by Captains in the 19th century and instruction from the makers not to even consider mixing it with anything but ice, Pyrat xo is a genuine premium rum. Combining rums aged for as many as fifteen years, Pyrat xo is sweet and viscous on the palate, offering comforting marmalade sweetness. The orange flavour is tempered by sweeter, sugary notes and a medicinal edge reminiscent of cough drops. A truly exceptional rum which should be sipped at leisure.
A single region Joven (young) mezcal from quiquiriqui. This one comes from matatlan, a town with a lowland climate that produces a herbaceous, earthy and vegetal style of mezcal.
No, there hasn’t been an accident it’s supposed to look like that! the distinctive asymmetrical bottle that r.l. seale’s finest rum is delivered in is just one of its many great perks. Matured in ex-madeira and ex-brandy cases this rum is awash with welcomingly sweet flavours as well as spiced notes. Spicy cooking apples are surrounded by notes of freshly baked pastry, cinnamon and nutmeg leading into a long and satisfying end of toffee apple and oak.
Old oak barrels ensure genuine depth to each bottle of redleg spiced. The brooding dark rum is blended with hand-selected spices, principally Jamaican ginger and vanilla. The combination creates the perfect winter warmer and unlike some other spiced rums, it’s those spicy notes that really stand out. Gingerbread flavours are perfectly balanced against spicy black pepper ensuring a strength of flavour that can be appreciated the time and again. No need to add ginger beer at redleg is spicy enough.
Named for the 14th tallest tree on the planet, Pipe Dream is our first Bourbon whiskey. Pipe Dream Bourbon is made from barrels aged between four and twelve years with a high corn mash bill. Smooth and complex, it is a true sipping whiskey.
Redwood Empire is a distillery out of California. Lost Monarch is a blend of bourbon and rye, aged for no less than 3 years. The blend is 60% rye whiskey (95% rye, 5% malted barley which was aged between 3-5 years) and 40% bourbon whiskey (75% corn, 21% raw rye and 4% malted barely that was aged between 5-12 years). Redwood Empire included some of their own distillate in the mix, which is why the age statement is fairly low. This expression is named after the world’s largest coast redwood by volume, standing at 320 feet tall and 26 feet in diameter.
Pipe Dream Bourbon Whiskey is named after the 14th largest tree on the planet. As the first bourbon whiskey coming from Redwood Empire Distillery, Pipe Dream sits at 90 proof and is a blend of barrels aged between 4 and 12 years. It is made from a high corn mashbill.
Remy Martin VOSP mature cask benefits from a precise maturation process which involves placing the Eaux de vie in specially selected limousin oak casks that are more than 20 years old. These casks allow the fruity notes of the blend to be enhanced further and it’s a wonderful cognac which can be enjoyed over ice or as a key flavour in a sophisticated cocktail. Apricot and peach take centre stage with notes of rose and sweet vanilla following after.
An enticing combination of both petite and grande Champagne Cognacs, Remy Martin XO is a fine and smooth drink which has a unique and unparalleled velvety texture. Its long and lingering flavour is rich on the palate yet it begins on a light note with delicate iris and jasmine fragrances. Once sipped a burst of ripe fig, juicy prunes and a hit of citrus. Refined and rich, your palate will be satisfied for long after you finish your drink.
An Icelandic vodka which is cool, calm and totally collected. Worthy of a spot in your drinks cabinet for sure Reyka is elegantly packaged and exceptionally flavoured. Enjoy light notes of aniseed on the nose, paired with a creamy depth which entices you to sip. On tasting you’ll enjoy a fresh and clean flavour on the palate with just a little sweetness from the aniseed notes, teamed with a light and enjoyable peppery spice. The aniseed notes linger long after finishing and give a distinct edge to this refreshing spirit.
Rinquinquin à la pêche is made using three different types of peach - Cardinale, coronet and June gold. As if this wasn't enough peach for you, they also used the leaves from peach trees, harvests just before autumn. The leaves and peaches are all macerated separately in alcohol and white wine. Afterwards, the liquid is added to the white wine, while the solids leftover is distilled and added to the mix. Perfect for a summer aperitif, rinquinquin à la pêche goes well with tonic water or served long and over ice. The terms rinquinquin was originally a generic word. In the Provencal language, it means invigorating drink (from the verb requinquilhar: to cheer up).
Rittenhouse rye whisky 100 proof is a hot and spicy offering which spends six years maturing before bottling. vibrant cinnamon, black pepper and spicy rye are all prevalent in the nose and they lead into a medium body in which the higher proof is immediately apparent on the tongue. Rich notes of tobacco, cinnamon, clove and brown sugar blend together to create a highly spiced offering with just a touch of sweetness. Sip it slowly.
Cherry Blossom and green tea provide a floral and sweet aroma. Taste - Complex, the multi-layered, yet the harmonious flavour of various botanicals. Traditional Gin taste in the base, plus characteristic Japanese botanical notes with yuzu (Japanese citrus fruit) as the top note. Smooth and silky texture. Finish - The crisp Japanese’s sansho pepper brings a spiciness to finish.
Navy strength is made using a secret recipe with a Caribbean rum at its spicy core. Expect big spicy flavours of cardamom, clove and vanilla in this legendary spiced rum.
Resplendent in straw-yellow, Boudier’s saffron gin places premium, luxurious saffron at its heart. Gabriel Boudier’s micro-distillery is known for the quality of its work and each Boudier’s saffron gin batch is handcrafted using natural botanicals creating its delicately spicy character. Juniper is of course in there with notes of iris, angelica, orange peels and interesting fennel, delivering the liquorice aniseed notes which last long after drinking. The colour stands out but the flavour is even more memorable.
Sagatiba Pura cachaça is a fresh and clean example of Brazil’s second favourite drink (after the beer). Noticeably sweet as soon as it hits the palate, you will enjoy the bite of lemon and lime and hints of orange all tantalising the tongue. Sharp on its own Sagatiba Pura cachaça is wonderful once you add a little sugar and lime and enjoy it in the traditional caipirinha way.
Norman Collins’ nickname has far outlived him in spicy, mellow Sailor Jerry’s Rum. The godfather of old school tattooing sailor jerry rum reflects this tradition with its hula girl bottle design and a flavour which is both traditional but perfect for a range of modern drinks. Light in flavour, mellow vanilla notes and spices come through, making it the perfect accompaniment to your favourite brand of cola or fiery ginger beer.
The biggest of the bunch when it comes to saLtro cachaça, Salto pure is a 39% abv spirit which describes itself as ‘unmodified’. It has a strong, impactful nose which is fruity and invites you to taste. The flavour is bold and has a sugary sweetness due to its fermented sugar cane juice base. Salto pure cachaça epitomises the flavour of one of Brazil’s national treasures and offers it up with a punch.