Old J Dark Spiced Rum
Embrace the dark A moody, salted caramel rum, with tempestuous flavour and a splash of vanilla. Premium rums from the Caribbean, aged for 3 years, alongside the original and unique Caribbean spices, Persian lime and vanilla, make Old J Dark a deliciously rich and intriguing offering.
Balfour Winery 1503 Classic Cuvee Non-Vintage
Balfour Winery is based on the Hush Heath Estate in Kent, the warmest and driest country in England. The estate comprises 400 acres of vineyards, orchards, and woodlands. The vineyards were first planted in 2002 and by 2007, their first wine - the 2004 Balfour Brut Rose - had won a gold medal at the Wine Challenge. The 1503 Classic Cuvee is named after the year Hush Heath Manor was built. It is a blend of 55% Chardonnay, 34% Pinot Noir, and 11% Pinot Meunier. Pale gold in appearance, with aromas of fresh citrus, red apples, and subtle toasted brioche characters. Beautifully balanced on the palate with lemony acidity, crisp apple and subtle notes of thyme, finishing with a classic, traditional method toastiness. WINE PANEL NOTE: An attractive nose of lemon, white nectarine, white flowers, supported by subtle, savoury biscuit notes. Very creamy and rich on the palate, with sweet, pulpy citrus balanced by lemony acidity and subtle lime pith. A wonderfully balanced and approachable introduction to English sparkling wine. WINE PANEL SCORE: 95
Pink Gin
Beefeater's Pink Gin is a vibrant new strawberry gin from Beefeater London. Sweet and refreshing.
Dodd's Organic London Dry Gin
First created in 2013, Dodd's is a unique marriage of two separate distillations; the bulk of the botanicals are distilled in a relatively small, 140-litre copper alembic still called 'Christina'. Then, the distillation of the more delicate botanicals (such as raspberry leaf) takes place in a small, bespoke 'Cold Vacuum' still, christened 'Little Albion'. The two spirits are blended for several weeks before bottling. The team's attention to detail extends to exquisite individually numbered, letterpress labels, which are printed on an old Heidelberg press and attached to each bottle by hand. Maybe the finest Dry Martini ingredient available in Australia today.
Maidenii Sweet Vermouth
Gilles and Shaun, winemaker and bartender, were first united over their love of the negroni. They were both convinced that the sweet vermouth used in the classic should never overpower the gin. Accordingly, they created the Sweet to be perfectly balanced both as a vermouth and as a component of the cocktail.
Gordon's Mediterranean Orange Gin
Inspired by a 1929 Gordon's recipe. Made with the highest quality ingredients and using only natural flavours, its perfectly crafted to balance the juniper notes and refreshing taste of Gordons with a juicy & fresh Mediterranean orange taste. Delicious sweet orange up front with a juicy, zesty orange peel juniper follow-up & a clean slightly zesty finish. Perfect for social occasions with great food and great company.
Cotswolds Dry Gin
Cotswolds Dry Gin has a delectable blend of nine carefully considered botanicals. Upfront and clean on the palate, followed by fresh grapefruit and a hint of coriander seed. Black pepper spice builds with a touch of dryness. Clean and balanced finish with a hint of lime and lavender.
Sacred Rosehip Cup
Sacred Rosehip Cup Liqueur was created by distiller Ian Hart in Highgate, North London, using entirely natural ingredients including English rosehips, English rhubarb and Peruvian ginger. Gentle bitterness and length on the palate make it ideal to serve with sparkling wines and find sodas, or in cocktails such as Negronis or Spritzs. Suggested Cocktail Take a wine glass and fill with ice cubes. Add three measures of sparkling wine, two measures of Sacred Rosehip Cup and one measure of soda water and garnish with an orange slice. Sacred Spirits is a family run distillery based in Highgate, London. Founded in 2008 by Ian Hart and Hilary Whitney, the brand has established a strong reputation in the UK, Europe, and the USA. Just landing in Australia for the first time, Sacred spirits are made using organically sourced botanicals, vacuum distilled by hand at the Highgate Distillery, just a few yards from the famous cemetery. Sacred's drinks are characterised by an unmistakable quality and inimitable flavour. Sacred founder and distiller Ian Hart grew up in the same house and London suburb of Highgate where Sacred Spirits was born. Ian was always fascinated with chemistry, and first turned to exploring his love of French wine. He then switched gears to distilling gin, and after a few trial and errors, made his first bottle of gin (bottled by Hilary Whitney, his partner). They took the bottle to Ian's local pub and offered free samples and received direct, unfiltered feedback from some seasoned regulars. On recipe 23, the locals gave him the stamp of approval, and Sacred Spirits took off from there. Ian and Hilary refused to follow the normal idea of pot distillation was the only and best way to make gin. They proved that vacuum distilled spirits are every bit as flavourful (one could argue more!) than their pot distilled brethren. Vacuum distillation occurs at a much lower temperature, leaving the uncooked distillate lusher and fresher.
Colombo No 7 Gin
Distilled to a unique recipe, Colombo 7 Gin consists of seven spices and botanicals, each with a unique role. Together they create a complex aroma and distinctive taste. Primary ingredients: Juniper berries, Coriander seed, Angelica and Liquorice root. Secondary ingredients: Sri Lankan Cinnamon bark, Curry leaves and Ginger root. Colombo 7 Gin is a distinctly Sri Lankan take on a London Dry Gin. The juniper is distinctive in taste and aroma; surrounded by a beautiful medley of subtle spice notes that, together create an unexpected harmony. Colombo Gin is handcrafted in small batches from copper pot stills to create a distinctively exceptional distilled London Dry Gin. Silver Medal winner at the International Spirits Challenge 2016.
That Boutique-y Whisky Company Oxford Artisan Distillery 3 Year Old Batch 1 Single Grain English Whisky
That Boutique-y Whisky Company bottles single malts, single grains and bourbons from a variety of renowned distilleries as well as producing award-winning blended malts and blends. These whiskies are adorned with cultish graphic novel-style labels. The Oxford Artisan Distillery has a penchant for using intriguing grains to make its marvellous whiskies. This is a single grain whisky made with ancient heritage grains, specifically corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley. What's more exciting is that the whisky is from the very first cask that the distillery filled and is a release of only 189 bottles. It was also given a finishing period in a Sauternes cask, imparting a helping of bright, fruity sweetness. Aromas of fresh baked apple pie lead to flavours of cinnamon and sultanas and a honey buttered toast finish. Bottle Information Batch - 1 Aged - 3 Years