'Spirits' (AKA 'hard liquor') is the term for all distilled alcohol - in fact, the name 'spirit' came from alchemists who believed the vapor of distillation was a 'spirit' of the original material. Technically 'spirits' and 'liqueurs' are different - spirits have no added sugar, while liqueurs do - but they tend to be lumped together. Virtually all known spirits were used as health tonics or elixirs at some point in history, but transmuted into good fun drinks over time. Many countries have their 'national' drink - gin, whisky, schnapps, grappa, ouzo, soju, vodka, rakia/rakija...there's quite a list. Experiments began with sugars and flavours - resulting in limoncello, cynar, Benedictine...that's an even longer list.
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The quintessential Summer refresher. Pimm's No. 1 cup has a gin base, combined with a secret blend of herbs and spices. For the authentic English experience, fill a jug with chopped fruit, cucumber and fresh mint leaves and top with lemonade, serve on the croquet lawn.
$39.95
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Made here in New Zealand, at a latitude of 42 degrees below the equator. This extraordinary vodka is made from wheat from the purest wheat fields in the world, and water from a volcanic spring, that achieves the highest purity rating possible.
$47.95
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From an idea born in an old weathered shed in Wanaka came this premium New Zealand vodka, using spirit distilled from milk whey and local spring water fresh from the Southern alps. A clean yet round tasting spirit perfect straight from the freezer, or mixed for your apres ski warmer.
$69.95
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Very fresh and smooth on the nose with slight hints of juniper and citrus coming through. A good hit of liquorice is present on the palate, with a slight spice that creates a long tingle.
$59.95
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Laff-royg is one of the most well known single malts, even if it’s not the easiest to spell! Trademark rich smoky aromas, lead on to salty seaweed and iodine on the palate. Try adding a splash of water, it really opens up the fruity notes.
$98.95
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This classic Speyside from Glenfiddich is one of the world's best-selling malts. Aged for 12 years in American and European Oak casks. Glenfiddich's famous triangular bottle is a fixture in practically every bar on the globe.
$87.95
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A world famous blended Scotch Whisky from the Scottish Highlands. Chivas Regal 12 year old is a very refined blended whisky with flavours of herbs, honey and fruit prominent on the palate.
$61.95
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Finlandia is one of the world's leading premium vodkas. Made from glacial water, so pure that it requires no chemical treatment and is a vodka proven to have the least amount of impurities.
$51.95
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The Delord Xo offers up spicy, complex flavours, with a caramelly sweet nose. Suitably easy to drink and ideal as an after dinner tipple with some chocolate, dried fruit or nuts.
$103.95
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The Glenfiddich 15 year old was matured using a Solera system more common in Sherry maturation. Matured in a combination of Sherry, Bourbon and Oak casks, then married together in a Solera Vat which is kept at least half full. The result is a harmonious whisky that gets richer and more complex every year.
$138.95
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A heavily sherried 12 Year Old single Malt from a the Highland's Glendronach distillery, back after a 6 year lay-off. Matured in a combination of Pedro Ximinez and Oloroso Sherry Casks.
$109.95
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A high quality London Dry Gin. Made from a blend of 10 botanicals including juniper, coriander, lemon peel and orange, this gin has a distinctive flavour with plenty of body.
$67.95
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