Houraisen Wa Junmai Ginjo Non-Vintage Non-Vintage
The Houraisen Wa Junmai Ginjo NV 720ml is a true gem from the land of the rising sun, Japan. This vintage sake is masterfully crafted by the esteemed Houraisen brewery, known for their dedication to traditional brewing methods and high quality ingredients. Upon pouring, this sake reveals a pale straw colour with a delicate, shimmering clarity. On the nose, aromas of white flowers, green apple, and steamed rice mingle with hints of citrus and a subtle nuttiness. The palate is crisp and clean, with a medium body and a refreshing acidity. Flavours of pear, melon, and a touch of umami create a well-balanced and harmonious taste. The finish is smooth and satisfying, leaving a lingering hint of sweetness. Enjoy this sake chilled, and allow its subtle complexities to unfold with each sip. A true delight for any sake lover.
GISELLE Pavlova Gin
Ballerina Anna Pavlova famously danced the ballet of Giselle. Legend has it that just like Giselle, she danced herself to death. Produced in small batches, this delicate gin captures the spirit of pavlova. Just adorn it with fruit and enjoy.
Audemus Pink Pepper Gin
An intensely aromatic and bold gin. Bright and spicy notes of pink peppercorns and juniper, balanced with the warmth of honey, tonka and vanilla. Pink Pepper Gin is handcrafted and intricately designed to evolve over time, both in the glass and in the bottle.
Audemus Umami Gin
Umami Gin is a creation for the Australian Market from French Distillery, Audemus. Bottled at 42%, the purpose of Umami Gin is to offer the best base spirit for a complex martini. Umami Spirits has been part of Audemus portfolio for a long time. Umami Gin has been created after a long trip around Australia with Miko (Owner of Audemus Distillery). The point was to add a distillate of juniper distilled a low pressure (rotovap) to the initial recipe. An intriguing Gin designed for cocktail enthusiasts. Named after the fifth "basic taste", which is described as savoury. Umami Gin is produced with a caper distillate made from Sicilian capers, Parmesan and 2 other savoury ingredients, combined with a neutral grain spirit. Quite niche but very cool!
Spring Bay Tasmanian Gin
Family owned Distillery located in Spring Bay Tasmania. Botanicals: 11 including 3 local botanicals (Native Bush Pepper, Lemon Myrtle, Tasmanian Wattleseed). Botanicals are steeped for 24 to 48 hours then additional Juniper and Liquorice Root are vapour infused in the neck of our copper pot still to give a traditional Juniper flavour at the front of the palate through to a sweet liquorice finish. This gin is triple distilled giving the spirit an ultra-smooth flavour despite the higher than normal ABV. Nose: Immediate sweet floral notes of juniper, liquorice and spice. Palate: From a bright and sweet juniper opening, the flavours build across the palate to include perfumed floral notes, bright citrus and a crescendo culminating in a big, warm and comforting glow of star anise and liquorice root. Finish: A round smooth mouthfeel from this oily spirit gives way to a fine clean finish of liquorice and spice.
Spring Bay Tasmanian Pink Gin
Family owned Distillery located in Spring Bay Tasmania. Botanicals: 11 including 3 local botanicals (Native Bush Pepper, Lemon Myrtle, Tasmanian Wattleseed). Botanicals are steeped for 24 to 48 hours then additional Juniper and Liquorice Root are vapour infused in the neck of our copper pot still to give a traditional Juniper flavour at the front of the palate through to a sweet liquorice finish. This gin is triple distilled giving the spirit an ultra-smooth flavour despite the higher than normal ABV. Nose: Immediate sweet floral notes of juniper, liquorice and spice. Palate: From a bright and sweet juniper opening, the flavours build across the palate to include perfumed floral notes, bright citrus and a crescendo culminating in a big, warm and comforting glow of star anise and liquorice root. Finish: A round smooth mouthfeel from this oily spirit gives way to a fine clean finish of liquorice and spice.
FAIR Gin
FAIR Gin is the first aged Fairtrade certified Gin in the World. Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world. FAIR Gin is produced in the Cognac region in France and across Central Asia through local organic co-ops. All botanicals are Organic Certified and grown with no additives, chemicals, pesticides nor preservatives.
The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
Islay artisans, Bruichladdich, turn their hands to producing the first and only Islay Dry Gin. The botanicals used comprise of nine classic gin varietals, plus 22 wild, Islay botanicals that are hand-picked from the wind-swept hills, peat bogs and the Atlantic shores. The result is a highly distinctive, complex, floral gin with outstanding finish and impeccable provenance. In an age of re-badged industrial gins, the Botanist stands out as a truly artisanal, small-batch, hand-crafted labour of love and distiller's art. A breath of botanical Islay in every glass.
Mars Iwai Tradition Japanese Whisky
Mars Iwai Tradition Japanese Whisky is soft and rounded, yet full bodied and mellow. The nose gives sweet honey, leading to a complex, peaty full bodied palate which gives sweet peat, orange marmalade, maple, burnt sugar cane, cedar and cigar.
Tenjaku Japanese Whisky
Carefully selected unprocessed whiskies and pure, natural spring water are expertly blended to create this distinctive whisky. A gift from the land that surrounds Mt. Fuji, home to the finest natural spring water. Tasting Notes: Clear amber, faint smoky accent with sweet aroma, redolent of pear and dried fruit. The palate is slightly edgy attack, but well-rounded and mellow. Finish is slightly spicy. A long finish with a hint of white oak and a spreading sweetness.