Fresh, fruity and smooth-bodied, Caol Ila 12 year old is the colour of pale straw, with a delicate balance of tastes. Clean on the nose, it shows subtle citrus fruit with just a puff of smoke. Firm and smooth, it begins sweetly then yields a fragrant smokiness and a sweet-smoky, lingering finish. This single malt was named Outstanding Silver Medal Winner at the International Wine & Spirits Competition 2015.
Produced at the famous La Mexicana Fabrica in Tequila Town, Jalisco, Mexico. Made from agave grown exclusively on the Tepecoste Hill in the lowlands. Triple distilled & unaged.
Canada’s most famous whisky, Canadian club has a flavour which fans will know all too well and newcomers will certainly learn to love. Its aroma is sweet with warm notes of barley sugar and biting aniseed, alongside vegetal freshness. When you take the first sip it’s surprisingly gentle, a mellow flavour with dark sugar, the essence of rum and winter spice coming through. It’s a generally medium-bodied whisky with many pleasing flavour notes to enjoy.
Campari is a contemporary and charismatic classic drink. The recipe, which has remained unchanged, originated in Novara in 1860 and is the base for some of the most famous cocktails around the world, such as Negroni and Americano. Campari is an alcoholic spirit obtained from the infusion of bitter herbs, aromatic plants and fruit and water. With its vibrant red hue, intense aroma and inspiring flavour, Campari has always been a symbol of intrigue and pleasure, which unfurls itself into a captivating drinking experience. These values have made the Campari brand famous throughout the world as an icon of passionate Italian style and excellence.
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.
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.
The aperitif that fuelled the french resistance. It's a medium-bodied red wine with roasted coffee, liquorice sticks and bitter berries followed by slow-roasted peppers.
Bushmills, a word synonymous with Ireland and a drink that all fans of Irish whisky and whisky, in general, will know and love. A true classic that has stood the test of time Bushmills is your genuine Irish whisky, complete with floral, herbal nose, the tang of citrus and elderflower in it’s the taste and a long cardamom rich finish. A whisky which commands respect and should be enjoyed neat or with a little ice or water.
Bushmills black bush is an interesting blend that’s a little different from the rest on the market. Bringing together malt whiskies which have been aged for 11 years in sherry casks for a truly alternative flavour. The nose is powerful with lemon, fresh grapes and barley with a flavour which is sweet, almost dairy-infused and rich in fruit. Its finish brings the barley back into centre stage and peppery notes come through strongly.
Bushmills just got even better. An exceptional 10-year-old single malt offering which has been recognised for its quality and won awards for its flavour. The rich banana aroma leads into a highly fruited flavour, with hints of chocolate and oak tannin depth. Floral notes are present throughout and this is one whisky that only reveals itself with you pop in a drop of water or two. Simple yet classic and of course, extremely moreish.
This entry-level Bunnahabhain single malt is a lightly peated offering from islay and is aged for 12 years. Enjoy a light, fresh dram with a higher than average proof and a complex yet enjoyable flavour profile. The nose is rich in salty seaweed, warm malts and sweetness. This inviting aroma leads into a flavour which offers up notes of sherry, nuts, malt and juicy sultana. It’s wonderfully warming and sharply spiced without being overwhelming and it’s one you’ll find yourself reaching for time and again.
The nose is awash with sweet cherries and classic vanilla and on the palate you’ll enjoy an intense heat that mellows into a mesh of peaches, cherries, cinnamon and orange zest. A smoky finish is just what’s needed to show a bourbon of true class.
In its striking bottle with its marmalade orange hues, Bulleit Bourbon is high in rye which helps add real spice to its character. Award-winning and becoming more and more popular, Bulleit has a pungent nose awash with orange and oak notes, as well as a hint of smoke and even a little banana. The flavour is creamy and full-bodied, zesty on the palate with orange and lime notes and then oaky tobacco comes through, enjoyable and warm.
The iconic and multi-award winning BULLDOG Gin is a modern London Dry Gin created to challenge the established conventions of the category with the new generation of gin consumer firmly in mind.
Using 100% British wheat to create a smooth, eminently mixable gin with multiple layers of flavour; its 12 botanicals include the unique White Poppy from Turkey, along with Dragon Eye and Lotus Leaf from China; adding a layer of distinction to its refreshing citrus notes.
Created with 250 years of distilling experience and inspired by a bold, modern vision; BULLDOG Gin is re-defining perceptions of what a gin can be.
Buffalo trace offers a wide range of exciting bourbons and their classic Kentucky straight buffalo trace is one of the most famous. Intense with velvety vanilla, warming spices and oaky barrel char, each sip of buffalo trace is a real pleasure. Its aroma is rich like a box of toffees, with notes of chocolate éclair, cinnamon and rum spice. On the palate brown sugar comes through strongly with toffee depth and the spicy cinnamon heat also coming through. A classic Kentucky bourbon you can sip again and again.
Made using traditional methods and cooked slowly to develop a gentle, smoky characteristic, this small-batch mezcal is a wonderful addition to any bar.
The perfect white rum to pair with your favourite soft drink/mixer/mixer, Brugal Blanco is simply produced to make sure your cocktails have excellent balance. Like a good white rum, it’s crisp and clean offering bright refreshment and a wonderful accompaniment to an array of other cocktail ingredients. Its light citrus character has a sweet vanilla aftertaste which combines wonderfully with a huge number of tropical fruit juices and other soft drink/mixer/mixers. The endnote of this rum is light and mellow too.
Brugal Anejo offers classic rum flavours and is one of the finest Dominican rums on the market. Fudge and overripe bananas are rife in the aroma and fresh woody tones come through too. the flavour is reminiscent of an indulgent crème Brulee with dry toffee notes. Black pepper spice adds a welcome kick and helps temper the sweetness and brings out the dry oak notes even further. A true Dominican classic that deserves at least one try.
1888 is a truly extraordinary ultra-premium golden rum, produced in the Dominican Republic and combining the rich flavours of bourbon and sherry casks through a double-ageing process. A complex yet balanced spirit that stimulates the senses and evolves in the glass. Crowned as the best 'Column Still Rum' at the World Rum Awards in 2018, this is a very special rum.
Brugal 1888 rum leads the way in double ageing. It is a full-bodied liquid that rests first in hand-picked ex-bourbon American oak casks, followed by a second maturation in European Oak Sherry Casks. Its deep amber colour results in a complex yet balanced rum with a remarkable taste and long smooth finish that evolves in the glass. With over 100 years of crafting their expertise, every bottle of 1888 is overseen by the 5th generation of Master Blenders, each a descendant of the original founder of Brugal. Each bottle is individually tested and packaged by hand. Each bottle is wax-dipped and the iconic Brugal netting is applied with care. 1888 is made to be savoured sip by sip. Try it either neat or in an Old Fashioned.
Big zesty lemon drops and juniper notes open up into clean notes of coriander and nutmeg. The finish is crisp and citrus-driven. Good everyday drinking gin.
Blueberries and blackberry jam show up first with a soft undercurrent of juniper and angelica root. The kick is sweet and the waves of orange peel and almond paste leave a yummy taste in the mouth. This is brilliant for cocktails and different from other gins in that it really is an original flavour. Top stuff.
Fantastic value for money, Boxer is a classic London dry gin with a great spirit base and a secondary distillate of juniper from the Himalayas, plus freshly squeezed bergamot oil. This eco-pouch refill system allows you to replenish any empty Boxer Gin bottles you have, saving money and wastage. Each pouch is the equivalent to 6 bottles.
A grand old master of the Bowmore range, this 25-year-old malt is aged in Spanish sherry and American bourbon casks. The defining character of this peaty malt is coastal, with sublime smoky notes and nutty depth. On opening, you’ll enjoy the rich aroma dark fruits, that coastal smoke and herbaceous freshness. This leads into a flavour which is rich with classic peat smoke, a touch of cocoa and a creamy nuttiness which really enhances all the other notes. Gentle smoke lingers in an endnote you’ll remember.
One of the newest offerings from islay’s Bowmore distillery, this 18-year-old single malt is perfumed, wonderfully fruity and rich with dark, smoky peat. The nose begins vibrantly, with the alcohol eat coming through amongst perfumed fruit and essence of fruit jam. When the flavour comes through it’s a balance of sweet and smoky, with deep peaty notes paired with cooked fruit and hearty marmalade. The endnote is rich with sticky marmalade notes and a final whisper of smoke.
An exciting release from esteemed Islay distillery Bowmore, this 15-year-old single malt enjoys maturation in fruity and elegant oloroso sherry casks. From the first opening, the bottle 15-year-old Bowmore is dark and punchy with sherry notes coming through strongly with sweet dates, spices and raisin present too. The flavour follows on in the same vein, rich and decadent with pine oil and rich woody spice coming through alongside malted fruits. The sherry character sells this malt every time.