The Brand Story

Passionate, curious, refined taste for beauty, Alexandre Gabriel is a tireless entrepreneur in search of perfection. An artisan businessman, he delivers the best product by implementing the most advanced and precise production methods. He knows that a great cognac, a superior rum, is above all a powerful emotion to be shared. Alexandre Gabriel applies the discipline and passion of ancient craftsmen, artisans, and goldsmiths to his rum and cognac.

In 1989 Alexander Gabriel discovers Maison Ferrand, one of the oldest spirit brands in the Cognac region. The reputation of the House is indisputable but sales are lagging. An immediate crush grabs hold and Alexandre Gabriel dives in with exuberance to the details and craft of Cognac production. 

Travel follows passion and soon Alexandre Gabriel is creating a dedicated distribution network of equally passionate partners. He builds on his values and vision for the House. Twenty years later, most of his founding team are still together. 

The 1990s see Alexandre Gabriel combing the Caribbean in search of the best rums of the region. Plantation is born: an artisanal range of rums from the great terroirs of the tropics. Fifteen years of dedicated rum-making later, in 2012, Alexandre is awarded Master Rum Blender of the Year at the Golden Rum Barrel Awards and was named Distiller of the Year by The American Distilling Institute.

Today, President and Owner of Maison Ferrand, Alexandre Gabriel has won praise across the category and industry. Focusing on three major spirits that represent the passion and vision of Maison Ferrand: Ferrand Cognac, Citadelle Gin, and Plantation Rum : authentic spirits that express the individual terroirs that made them. 

THE SINGLE CASK COLLECTION
Plantation Single Cask rums are limited releases of double-aged Haute Couture rums. All Plantation rums mature in a two-stage ageing process, beginning in the tropics where they age in bourbon casks, and then at the Château de Bonbonnet in France to mature in Ferrand barrels. Plantation Single Cask rums then benefit from further maturation in carefully selected beer, wine or spirit casks, each selected to enhance the rum's unique characteristics. Every Single Cask rum takes its own ageing path to greatness, and each bottle is personalized and numbered. Only a few barrels of these unique reserve rums are bottled annually, making them a prize for collectors.

THE TERROIRS OF RUM
Plantation Cellar Master Alexandre Gabriel identifies each rum-producing country by the specific traditions and production techniques of its terroir – the unique environmental characteristics that give each rum its distinctive character. He chooses the best casks from each distillery, celebrating the qualities that make each terroir special.

TASTING NOTES

Nose : Complex, it starts on bitter almond and vanilla and then evolves on to a more phenolic profile with leather, allspice and gentian root.

Palate : Full, it follows the nose with a spicier profile of cloves and cinnamon with balsamic notes. Thereafter it moves towards bacon, tobacco and maple syrup.

A Basket of Spring Botanicals: Take a walk in our gin garden with a bright spring mix of botanicals.

Aromas of lemon and sweet orange meld with hints of cherry blossom and rose petals. Lively and fresh with lemon peel and grapefruit, Citrus/Floral finishes with a cheerful burst of creamy orange and a touch of juniper.

Distilled Gin | 45% Alc/Vol

Julie and Xavier Gonet-Médeville are, in many ways, the first couple of French wines. Both hail from storied winemaking families: Julie’s family is famous for its incomparable Chateau Gilette Sauternes, and Xavier comes from a long line of Champagne growers in Le Mesnil. Leading a new generation of winemakers, they bring their family knowledge, methods, and passion to the many wines that they now make together. In 2000, when his family’s plots were being divided, Xavier opted for a modest collection of the highest quality Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards with a goal of producing only the most exquisite, small-production Champagnes. Champagne Gonet-Médeville’s Pinot Noir (Bisseuil and Ambonnay) and Chardonnay (Mesnil-Sur-Oger) are farmed organically, and each parcel is vinified separately to emphasize its individual terroir. There is no malolactic fermentation, and dosage is minimal. Julie and Xavier’s resulting Champagnes are elegant, delicate, festive, and easy to drink.

For celebrating your new job, your best friend’s wedding, or Wednesday night’s “book club” (a.k.a. wine club), Une Femme’s “The Callie” is made for everyday celebrations, every day.

Each of the Une Femme wines is made in partnership with women in the wine world who we love. “The Callie” is our California sparkler, made by Samantha Sheehan of POE Wines in Napa. This crushable sparkling rosé is made with Napa and Sonoma-grown chardonnay, pinot noir, and mourvedre grapes. 

We wanted to create the perfect gift for celebrating, while also giving back. A portion of proceeds from all sales of Une Femme Champagne is donated to Dress for Success, the non-profit benefiting women on their journey to financial independence.

Made in partnership with Samantha Sheehan of POE Wines in Napa, California

42% Pinot Noir, 39% Mourvedre, 19% Chardonnay

For celebrating your new job, your best friend’s wedding, or Wednesday night’s “book club” (a.k.a. wine club), Une Femme’s “The Callie” is made for everyday celebrations, every day.

Each of the Une Femme wines is made in partnership with women in the wine world who we love. “The Callie” is our California sparkler, made by Samantha Sheehan of POE Wines in Napa. This crushable sparkling rosé is made with Napa and Sonoma-grown chardonnay, pinot noir, and mourvedre grapes. 

We wanted to create the perfect gift for celebrating, while also giving back. A portion of proceeds from all sales of Une Femme Champagne is donated to Dress for Success, the non-profit benefiting women on their journey to financial independence.

Made in partnership with Samantha Sheehan of POE Wines in Napa, California

42% Pinot Noir, 39% Mourvedre, 19% Chardonnay

Maker Notes

VIRGINIA'S MOST AWARDED SPIRITS

At Catoctin Creek, we've been making internationally acclaimed spirits, from locally sourced ingredients, right here in Purcellville, Virginia, since 2009. Our flagship product, Roundstone Rye, has been awarded double-gold and gold medals across the globe (London, New York, San Francisco, Chicago), and is a fantastic rye whisky honoring early Virginia production methods, circa 1790

RAGNARÖK RYE

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the passing of Oderus Urungus, and to commemorate his immortal spirit, together with GWAR we are releasing a bottle just for Oderus!

Raise a glass to the memory of Oderus Urungus, the legendary frontman of intergalactic warriors and shock rock legends GWAR.  This special bottling of Ragnarök Rye whisky is a bold and spicy tribute to Oderus's larger-than-life personality and unpapologetic irreverence.  Whether you're a die-hard GWAR fan or just looking for a unique and delicious whisky to enjoy, Ragnarök Rye is as exceptional as the Immortal Corruptor himself ... Hail Oderus!

This 2023 expression has a special label of Oderus Urungus, drawn by Dave Brockie himself, with a commemorative pewter bartop featuring Oderus.  The whisky is our same, 93-point, award-winning 100% rye whisky that has been aged with white oak, sugar maple, and cherrywood, but this year, we've finished the whisky in rum casks as well!  Look for a ridiculously delicious whisky!

Premium classic dry gin

ABV

43%

TASTING NOTES

Using only the finest ingredients and distilling techniques, you will enjoy a smooth finish with subtle hints of citrus. The ideal choice for your classic G&T or Martini.

AWARDS

Gold Medal at 2019 & 2021 Australian Gin Awards
Silver Medal at 2020 World Gin Awards
Silver Medal at 2020 London Spirits Competition
Gold Medal at 2020 SIP Awards

The Dom Pérignon Lenny Kravitz Edition Brut Champagne is a collaboration between the renowned Champagne house and the iconic musician. This limited edition release marries Dom Pérignon's exceptional craftsmanship with Kravitz's unique artistic vision, resulting in a bottle that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. With its vibrant fruit flavors, delicate bubbles, and lingering finish, this Champagne is a true testament to the art of celebration and the power of creativity.

Square One Bergamot, takes the vibrant taste of bergamot citrus and layers it with mandarin, tangerine and navel oranges. We then add herbal warmth of ginger, coriander and juniper botanicals to create an orange inspired spirit with greater depth and character than what is typically found among “flavored” vodkas on the market.

Bergamot orange, predominately grown along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, is a hidden gem among citrus fruits. Bergamot gives Earl Grey tea its signature floral notes and chefs use bergamot citrus as an extra layer of flavor in gourmet deserts. In aromatherapy, bergamot elevates the essences in designer fragrances 

We chose bergamot because of the remarkable grassy, floral and tangy qualities of the fruit's peel.  Unfiltered, the delicious citrus oils stay in the bottle and showcase the exceptional fruit, floral and herbal qualities of the other botanicals. Square One Bergamot is a surprisingly complex, yet approachable expression of an orange-based spirit.

Tasting Notes

The aroma is freshly peeled orange varieties with subtle green wild flower. On the palate, floral bergamot is wrapped in juicy tangerine and the pleasant bitterness from mandarin orange. The finish is warm from the spice of ginger and juniper.

Born 40 years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, George A. Dickel was an established Nashville merchant when he entered the whisky business. Dickel grew his reputation for selling the smoothest, most mellow spirits in the region.

Thus, Geo. A. Dickel & Co. was born and when the Cascade Hollow Distillery opened in 1878 in neighboring Coffee County, George Dickel bought a large share. George Dickel followed in the Scottish tradition of spelling whisky without an “e.”

George Dickel preferred whisky made in the winter months more than summer months because he felt it made the whisky taste smoother, so the company began advertising their Geo. A. Dickel’s Cascade Tennessee Whisky as “Mellow as Moonlight.” This is why our whisky is chilled before undergoing the charcoal-mellow filtration known as the Lincoln County Process. This extra step smooths out the flavor and we’re still the only Tennessee distillery to do it.

Very Old Barton Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a classic American bourbon with a reputation for quality and value. Produced in Bardstown, Kentucky, it features a rich, full-bodied flavor profile with notes of caramel, vanilla, and oak. The whiskey is aged to perfection, offering a smooth, well-balanced taste with a hint of spice. Ideal for sipping neat or using in cocktails, it embodies the timeless craftsmanship of traditional Kentucky bourbon.

An extremely limited release of 200 bottles to celebrate the 200 year anniversary of Bladnoch Distillery.

Made from two exceptional casks of Whisky distilled in 1988, the Bladnoch Bicentennial Release was first matured in Oloroso Sherry casks and finished for a final 18 months in Moscatel casks. Each personally numbered and presented in a luxurious gold plated bottle.

TASTING NOTES

Aged oak, sweet vanilla, ginger

COLOUR: Chestnut gold

NOSE: Lovely rich old Sherry aromas, acacia, honey, beeswax, orange, fruitcake, a whiff of coffee and a hint of chocolate

PALATE: Soft and silky Sherry flavours, dark chocolate, ginger, spicy citrus notes, balanced sweet oak and a hint of ground black pepper

FINISH: Warming with a honeyed spiciness, satisfying and long

The spirits industry is ripe for innovation, with technology paving the way for a new era of consumer engagement. Enter Clique Vodka, poised to revolutionize the market with its unparalleled quality and distinctive flavor profile. Crafted in Latvia with Russian production standards and premium European wheat grains, Clique stands out for its smoothness and body texture, thanks to the natural spring water of Latvia's forests. It's a fusion of tradition and innovation, setting a new standard for excellence in the vodka world.

Pallini Limoncello is a natural liqueur that has been crafted by the Pallini family in Italy since 1875. It is made from prized, Sfusato lemons, exclusive to the Amalfi coast. The handpicked lemons are infused immediately, so their freshness and flavor is delivered in every bottle. Its versatility is almost endless enjoy it neat, on the rocks, straight from the fridge, or mixed into cocktails and food recipes. For a crisp and authentic taste of Italy, none can compare!

Pallini Limoncello is GMO Free, Gluten Free, made with Lemons and Kosher certified.

Dickel Bourbon is a handcrafted, small-batch bourbon that's been aged 8 years and blended to perfection. The liquid boasts sweet initial notes of vanilla leading into bright hints of cherry and orange before being balanced by almond toffee and oak. At 90 proof, bourbon enthusiasts can best enjoy Dickel Bourbon neat or on the rocks, in addition to mixing it into some of their favorite cocktails, like an Old Fashioned.

Our 2017 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is comprised of 95.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.6% Merlot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc, 0.3% Petit Verdot and 0.1% Malbec. In early 2018, the final blend was transferred to American oak barrels from our cooperage, The Oak, where it aged for 24 months. Half the barrels for our 2017 Alexander Valley vintage were new, providing a subtle, layered expression of bay leaf, coconut and vanilla to our wines. Blending before barrel aging—a signature of our winemaking style—allows blends to be based on the inherent qualities of their vineyard components before oak influence. Vintage to vintage, the resulting Cabernets emerge integrated and ready to drink upon release. 

At Ketel One, good taste runs in the Family, and we were born to cocktail. Today, we’re a modern spirit, with a touch of Dutch. With its distinguished taste and smooth citrus finish, Ketel One Vodka stands in a league of its own. Whether served neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail, we’re the vodka found in the world’s best bars for a reason. #1 best selling & #1 top trending, Drinks International 2023.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: Fresh hints of citrus and sweet honey

FLAVOR: Savour the crisp, smooth zing.

FEEL: A silky, signature softness on the tongue.

FINISH: A long finish with subtle flavors that embodies its quality.

Maker Notes

This one changed the way we think of bourbon, all because one man changed the way he thought about making it. Bill Samuels, Sr., simply wanted a whisky he would enjoy drinking. Never bitter or sharp, Maker's Mark is made with soft red winter wheat, instead of the usual rye, for a one-of-a-kind, full-flavored bourbon that's easy to drink. To ensure consistency, we rotate every barrel by hand and age our bourbon to taste, not time. Each and every bottle of Maker's^® is still hand-dipped in our signature red wax at our distillery in Loretto, Ky., just like Bill, Sr., would have wanted.

Tasting Notes

AROMA: Sweet oak, vanilla, bright fruit and wheat prevail in the nose

TASTE: Sweet with balance of oak, vanilla and fruity essences

FINISH: Smooth and creamy with a pleasant soft spice and clean finish