'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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From wild and beautiful Central Otago, comes New Zealand’s first artisanal wine-based botanical Aperitivo.
$38.95
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A refreshing Pink Gin. Fresh Rhubarb, Curious Dry and a little added sweetness makes a delicious sweet zesty Gin. Best enjoyed with plenty of ice, tonic and friends!
$66.95
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Original Australian Bitters is hand crafted from over 20 natural botanical herbs and spices. In the pursuit of perfection, only ingredients of the highest quality are used, resulting in unparalleled quality and a far superior taste.
$28.95
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The art of making fine bourbon first took place on the site of the Woodford Reserve Distillery, a National Historic Landmark, in 1812. The perfectly balanced taste of our Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is comprised of more than 200 detectable flavor notes, from bold grain and wood, to sweet aromatics, spice, and fruit & floral notes.
$37.95
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Bright and pure with a hint of cereal to round off a somewhat clean & creamy aroma. Velvety texture with an initial push of dry wheat with apple, rolling into creaming soda finish. Final palate is viscous and creamy, rounded off with a pavlova like sweetness and rose like floral note. slight acidity and balanced ABV helps to keep the length in the finish.
$71.95
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Arran Barrel Reserve is a fresh, light and elegant no-age-statement Single Malt Scotch Whisky. It is 100% matured in Bourbon Barrels and is going to become your go-to dram for every occasion - to be served neat, with ice or in a longer drink or cocktail.
$85.95
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Pasquet’s Pineau de Charentes is high in acid, appropriately sweet, and wonderfully oxidative in nature. Enjoy on the rocks, with a twist, or with a splash of something sparkling.
$51.95
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A bold and aromatic Gin containing 10 Organic botanicals, of which 9 are from Hawkes Bay. Batch distilled in our 150L Arnold Holstein still and cut to strength with Kaweka spring water. Top notes of citrus and juniper. Angelica Root and Kaffir lime bring floral hints and complex herbal notes. Perfect for a fresh Gin and tonic or a smooth addition to any Martini or cocktail.
$79.95
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A bitter-sweet infusion of New Zealand grown organic Seville oranges, selected roots and flowers. Batch infused and cut to strength with Kaweka spring water. Vibrant notes of fresh orange, tangerine and red apple combine with the bitterness of liquorice, wormwood and gentian.
$57.95
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A very popular product used as a dessert wine or for cooking, perfect for milkshakes, pastries, egg-nogs and cakes.
$28.95
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Awarded bronze at the 2019 San Fran World Spirits Awards. 11 rare Eastern botanicals from the West and the Far East. Notes of Buddha’s hand, Sichuan pepper and lotus flower balanced with traditional botanicals for a distinctive yet perfectly blended gin.
$73.95
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This ginjō retains Nakano’s signature craftsmanship, with umami and slightly tart and fruity notes carefully balanced. The enhanced polish ratio and careful blending of yamada-nishiki (the ‘King’ of sake rice) and omachi rice (famous for its complexity) amplify the sake’s smoothness and aroma.
$49.95
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