One of the smoothest brandies on the market, Metaxa 7 stars is an intense and warm fruity drink which offers intense notes of flavour delivered by the sun-ripened muscat grapes of the Aegean islands. Darker than your average brandy Metaxa 7 stars beings on a refined fruity note and then leads into a ripe peach and muscat balance which is followed by a semblance of spicy notes including herbal honey, carob and a touch of dried prune. finishing on a smooth and satisfying note of black raisin, Metaxa 7 stars is an intensely flavoured brandy you won’t forget in hurry.

A greek brandy which needs no introduction really, but we’ll give you one anyway! Metaxa 5 stars are the result of a secret recipe developed in 1888 blending together plump Attica grapes and sweet grape spirits. Metaxa 5stars has a flavour which is more raisin heavy than fruit and it has a light woody taste which works wonderfully with the mellow balance of grapes and spirits. The smoothness of Metaxa 5 stars ensures it’s wonderful when drunk neat or splashed over ice.

Encapsulating the spirit of Martell and the deep, refined brilliant of a good XO, Martell xo is a leader in its cognac category. Fresh fruity notes of the Eaux de vie of the borders work in subtle harmony with the bold, matured flavour of Eaux de vie from the grand champagne to create the distinct flavour of Martell XO. A hint of gingerbread smoothly leads the rest of the flavours on, with further highlights of walnut, cedar and orange blossom.

Smooth and organic with a whole range of aromas to enjoy, Martell VSOP is one of the classic cognacs that works wonderfully with tonic, ginger or even as an aperitif. Martell VSOP is hearty golden amber and has a bittersweet softness in its aroma, with both lime and liquorice coming through. This is followed closely by quince, fruit and plum and the warm woody scent of oak. From the first sip, Martell is soft and mellow with hints of crystallised fruit, making it enjoyable whenever you choose to drink it.

An iconic name in Cognac, Martell has been producing quality bottles since 1715. Using sweet grapes from the borders region of Cognac, it has a naturally nutty flavour which stands out against others in its class. Regularly served with sweet ginger, tonic or simply on its own in a classic brandy balloon flavours of wood and spice stand out with lighter notes of citrus, pear and decadent saffron following after.

An iconic name in cognac, Martell has been producing quality bottles since 1715. Using sweet grapes from the borders region of Cognac, it has a naturally nutty flavour which stands out against others in its class. Regularly served with sweet ginger, tonic or simply on its own in a classic brandy balloon flavours of wood and spice stand out with lighter notes of citrus, pear and decadent saffron following after.

The longer maturation in montlezun oak gives this style considerable smoothness and a superb fragrance.

The wines are conditioned in Gascon oak casks, matured with care and experience, gained from over one hundred years of knowledge passed down from father to son.

Hennessy xo was created by Maurice Hennessy himself in 1870 and was initially reserved for the maker and his friends only, a mark of its excellence. Rich and robust, Hennessy XO has a deeper amber colour than your regular cognac, due to its long maturation process and the hand-selected barrels used during this. Around 100 Eaux de vide work together to create the rounded, bold flavour which is characterised by rich black pepper, a touch of spice and dry and candied fruit.

Another market-leading cognac, Hennessy's rich and full-bodied flavours strike a special balance which makes it so popular. Bright and fruity from the first opening, Hennessy also has undertones of oak and once in the mouth flavours of nutty grilled almonds and a hint of fresh grapes are released. Tones of red berries and vanilla follow and ageing of a minimum of 2 years helps bolster the intense smoothness of the drink.

Another market-leading cognac, Hennessy's rich and full-bodied flavours strike a special balance which makes it so popular. Bright and fruity from the first opening, Hennessy also has undertones of oak and once in the mouth flavours of nutty grilled almonds and a hint of fresh grapes are released. Tones of red berries and vanilla follow and ageing of a minimum of 2 years helps bolster the intense smoothness of the drink.

One of the finest XO on the market, Courvoisier XO is an exceptional blend of fine and matured cognacs offering an aroma which immediately entices you in. A balance of intense flavours has been patiently nurtured over a minimum of 20 years and in this time the flavours blend to create the refined, excellence that Courvoisier is known for. Courvoisier's delicate xo has three key flavour notes: fragrant iris flower, sweet candied orange and creamy, caramel creme brulee.

Another elegant offering from Courvoisier, Courvoisier VSOP has been intricately crafted to create a smooth balance of flavours. Highlights of fragrant jasmine, fresh peach and toasted almond work together to deliver a deep and mature flavour. The team at Courvoisier use their experience to ensure their cognacs are nurtured to deliver exceptional and complex flavour profiles of unerring quality. Courvoisier VSOP ends on a warm note of intense vanilla combining with its signature jasmine, peach and almond.

The drink which kept Napoleon Bonaparte sated during his exile, so legend tells us, the classic taste of Courvoisier vs remains popular today. One of the most enjoyed cognacs in the world it has a smooth, highly drinkable flavour and as it’s lighter than others in its class, it has great versatility. whether it’s your after-dinner drink or you use it for your light summer punches, Courvoisier vs remains mellow and offers flavours of toffee, orange and even coffee.

A very modern little Cognac from Merlet, this is produced using spirit from the fins bois and grande champagne regions, aged for between 4 and 12 years. A spicy and lusciously fruity spirit!

Double distilled to ensure an even deeper and more intense flavour, père Magloire VSOP has been matured for up to 5 years and has dark golden hues to show for it. Père Magloire VSOP has a deep scent of apple blossom and fresh fruit which is followed by a deliciously crisp and juicy flavour which blends harmoniously with the mature oak flavours from the maturation process. Serve alongside mature and blue cheeses for a perfect partnership.

Père Magloire 12-year-old AOC is a single distillation calvados which is fine and silky on the palate. Its deep golden brown colour is attributed to a minimum of 12 years maturation in oak barrels and this also adds a distinct addition to the flavour profile of the bottle. Fresh hazelnut marries with fruity banana and natural spices all coming together with the baked apple flavour which is typical of a quality calvados.

A wonderfully blended and nurtured brandy, three barrels combines the traditional flavours we all know and love and adds a twist. Three barrels are a blend of selected Eaux de vie from famous french wine regions and it has been handcrafted and matured in French oak barrels, delivering the smooth taste and touches of both candied sweet fruits and hot, spicy ginger. The spicy notes are mellowed by the sweetened fruit and nuttier notes of walnut and almond also help to deliver the perfect balance.

The original absinthe, Henri Louis Pernod founded the world’s first absinthe distillery and their modern product still uses many of the methods and ingredients of their original blend. Deceptively milder than its high proof alcohol content, Pernod absinthe is understated and smooth to drink with the notes of aniseed and wormwood present but not overwhelming. Light green in colour has natural herbal aromas and a distinctive touch of lemon, best enjoyed with water and sugar.

The drink which sparked a new revolution, la fee absinthe Parisienne was one of the first absinthes newly licensed when the drink was once again made legal. Distilled in Paris utilising a 19th-century recipe, la fee Parisienne is exclusively authenticated by Marie-Claude Delahaye, founder and curator of the absinthe museum. With classic green hues and the flavours of traditional wormwood, fennel anise and hyssop it has both a herbal aroma and sharp aniseed flavour.

Enjoy a date with the green fairy! Grande Absente is premium absinthe, high proof without being overwhelming. Vividly neon green with a bouquet of aromas incorporating mint, lemon blame, aniseed and of course wormwood, Grande Absente original is made to a pre-ban absinthe recipe the flavour builds as you enjoy each sip. Enjoyed by absinthe connoisseurs and dedicated spirits advocates around the world in the traditional way with sugar and water.