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Definition: In EEC terms, Quality Liquor Wine Produced in a Specific Region, (VLCPRD, CE R1493/99); in Spain, fortified liquor wine with the Quality Demarcation Jerez – Xérès – Sherry and indication of age: 12 years of maturing and ageing. Very sweet. Type of grape: Pedro Ximénez. Vineyards: Jerez Superior. Pago Añina y Carrascal. Alcohol content: 18% Alc/vol. Type of grape: Pedro Ximénez Sherry Sugar content: 380 g/l Production: Grapes dried under the sun for 15 days in the drying yards. Must at high pressure in special presses, immediately fortified at 9º C. Decanting and filtering after the first cold treatment. It is then fortified again until it reaches 18 º C, after which it undergoes physical-chemical ageing in the Criaderas y Soleras system for a minimum of 12 years. Tasting notes: Mahogany-black. Characteristic Pedro Ximénez, raisin and fig nose. Low acidity, very sweet and with a long finish. Suggestions for consumption: Magnificent dessert wine and excellent in mid-afternoon. Essential in stylish cuisine.

Definition: In EEC terms, Quality Liquor Wine Produced in a Specific Region, (VLCPRD, CE R1493/99); in Spain, fortified wine with the Quality Demarcation Jerez – Xérès – Sherry and indication of age: 12 years of maturing and ageing. Dry oloroso. Type of grape: Palomino. Vineyards: Jerez Superior. Pago Añina y Carrascal. Alcohol content: 19% Alc./Vol. Type of grape: Oloroso Sugar content: Less than 6 gr. /l., obtained from concentration through evaporation. Production: Bud musts. Controlled fermentation at 28º C. Fortified with distilled wine alcohol at up to 19.5º. The Palomino enters the racks before entering the Criaderas y Soleras system for physical-chemical ageing through oxidation in oak casks. Aged for at least 12 years. A unique dry oloroso. Tasting notes: Bright amber. Intense aromas characteristic of this type of wine and a hint of dried nuts and fruits. Dry, rich, with smooth tannins, it is luscious and balanced. A long finish. Suggestions for consumption: As an aperitif with mature cheese, at meals with red meats and even as an after-dinner drink.

Slivovitz is a traditional Plum Brandy, popular throughout Europe. Croatia produces some of the best examples of this product, and Maraska have continued this tradition here. With a natural plum aroma and taste, this is a great aperitif.

Unripe green walnuts are used to make a liqueur that is smooth and rich. Although it sounds unusual that taste is amazing and well worth it.

A fine apricot liqueur produced by Maraska who are known for their variety of fruit based spirits. Smooth and not overly sweet, nice to drink straight on ice.

Made from Nebbiolo aged in Barolo barrels, Luigi Francoli's Grappa Riserva has a beautifully round and refined palate, layered with notes of vanilla, tobacco and subtle spice. This elegant Grappa is best served as an aperitif or after a good meal.

A strong bitter amaro, Luxardo Fernet undergoes a prolonged infusion of different herbs and spices such as licorice, cardamom, gentian and saffron. Luxardo has produced this Fernet since 1889, and it is typically enjoyed after any meal to help digestion.

Grappa (literally meaning Grape Stalk) is the Italian spirit that is produced from distilling the skins, seeds and stalks of grapes after making wine, not the juice its self. Piave is aromatic and warming, making it a great after-dinner drink.

A cherry liqueur that has its roots in the Dalmatian coast, Maraska's Maraschino will have you wanting more of this sweet and aromatic liquid.

A strong and aromatic aniseed aperitif, Ouzo captures the imagination of everyone who tries it. Try it in cocktails or in true Greek fashion: knocked back with a group of friends.