'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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Made using 100% Australian grown rye sourced from a single farm in the Murray Mallee region of South Australia, The Gospel Solera Rye carries a depth of flavour that speaks to the land from which the grain was grown.
$86.95
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Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is an oriental-inspired spirit from The Shed Distillery in Co Leitrim that's setting the world alight. Taking its name from one of the signature botanicals, slowly dried Gunpowder tea, the recipe also includes lime, lemon and grapefruit.
$82.95
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You’ll want to savor the taste of this premium Single Barrel again and again. It’s complex, full-bodied and surprisingly smooth with a delicate, long finish that’s unbelievably mellow. Drink straight up or on the rocks.
$114.95
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Crafted by a Master Blender to commemorate Appleton's 250th Anniversary, this versatile expression is aged a minimum of 8 years in the tropical climate of Jamaica. A beautiful expression of Appleton Estate, with aromas of spicy fruit and oak, followed by hints of honey, vanilla, holiday spice and our signature orange peel note.
$71.95
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Mr Black is a bittersweet blend of top-grade Arabica coffees and Australian wheat vodka. Our roasters source specialty beans from the best growing regions to create a complex liqueur that is bold, balanced and unapologetically coffee.
$63.95
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Ardbeg Wee Beastie is the latest permanent expression to join the Distillery’s Ultimate Range. At just five years old, Wee Beastie is a feisty young creature with a formidable taste.
$95.95
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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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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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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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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 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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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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