'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 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.
$76.95
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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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Believed to be the world’s first commercial batch of Manuka smoked whisky, this single malt is made from barley grown in the South Island and kilned using New Zealand Manuka wood.
$126.95
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Stil Vodka is distilled twice, then filtered and blended with the purest New Zealand spring water.
$50.95
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Everything these guys have put out has been hugely popular, and we're expecting the ripe berry flavours in this Small Batch Boysenberry Gin to hit the mark once again!
$79.95
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A cute mini-sized bottle. Hand-crafted and batch distilled in the Wairarapa. A distinct blend of botanicals including NZ navel oranges and Yen Ben lemons. Best appreciated in a dry martini or G & T!
$25.95
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Fresh and sprightly like the piwakawaka that adorns the label and designed to be enjoyed on any occasion. This is a juniper forward gin based around the core Dr Beak botanicals. A savoury expression with notes of fresh rosemary and mint, finishing with a kick of horopito.
$68.95
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A complex and perfumed Gin containing 38 organic botanicals. Batch distilled in their 150L Arnold Holstein still and cut to strength with Kaweka spring water. Top notes of lime leaf, white currant, cedar, mango and floral hints. Exotic spice brings warmth and persistence to the palate.
$93.95
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For those who have not drunk sake before, or those who have, but drank too much too quickly, we suggest you try this smooth, light, easy drinking style. Zenkuro Original is a great alternative to either white or red wine with your meal, it is a great match with a wide range of Japanese, European or Kiwi dishes.
$52.95
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This limited release gin liqueur is our take on a traditional Japanese Umeshu, and is crafted by steeping green ume fruit in our New Zealand Garden Gin for ten months.
$66.95
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Warm and richly spiced, Rubis infuses premium organic Hawke’s Bay wine with handpicked roots, fruits, flowers and herbs. Deep, complex and perfectly bittersweet, displaying flavours of ripe red berries, bitter orange, clove, anise and savoury herb notes.
$52.95
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Reid + Reid Red NZ Vermouth is made with 100% whole bunch Martinborough Pinot Noir & aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.
$49.95
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