A Japanese spirit known for its unique flavor profile. It is a delightful blend of whisky and the essence of ume plums, a popular fruit in Japanese cuisine. The whiskey is produced by the Akashi distillery, located in the Hyogo Prefecture, which has a long-standing tradition of crafting exceptional spirits.

The process of making Akashi Ume Plum Whiskey involves infusing the whisky with ume plums during the aging process. The plums impart their sweet and tart flavors to the whiskey, creating a harmonious combination. The result is a smooth and well-balanced spirit with a distinct plum character that sets it apart from traditional whiskies.

The Ume Plum Whiskey can be enjoyed in various ways. Some prefer savoring it neat or on the rocks to appreciate its complex flavors fully. Others enjoy it as a component in cocktails, adding a unique twist to classic recipes. The whiskey's versatility makes it a popular choice among both whisky enthusiasts and those new to the world of spirits.

Akashi Ume Plum Whiskey embodies the craftsmanship and attention to detail for which Japanese distilleries are renowned. It showcases the blending of traditional whisky-making techniques with the rich flavors of indigenous fruits, resulting in a truly exceptional and memorable drinking experience.

This release asked the question: What if we take a step away from the familiar with a Single Grain whiskey aged in Virgin Spanish Oak. Without giving too much away, the two made very good partners, with a taste of gentle wood spice playing off the natural sweetness of the grain.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: NEW PENCIL SHAVINGS, LIGHT ROSE PETAL, FRESH RAIN ON PINE

TASTE: WARM TOASTED OAK, FRESH PEELED GRAPEFRUIT, ZESTY WOOD SPICES

FINISH: SWEET CEREAL, CLOVE SPICINESS, FRESH MINT

Discover the Exceptional Method and Madness Single Grain Irish Whiskey - Unveiling the Perfect Blend of Distinct Flavors! Indulge in a Whiskey Experience Like No Other. Try It Today!"

METHOD AND MADNESS is a spirit brand hatched from the minds of the Masters and Apprentices of Midleton Distillery. Our foundation of shared knowledge is unique to the Midleton. When great minds collide, incredible creations can emerge. At Midleton, our Master and Apprentice relationship runs deep, with generations of know how meshing with restless curiosity. There will be trial, and error, and brilliant bottled breakthroughs that start with “What if?” Restless hearts making inspired spirits.

Innovation is nothing new to Midleton, but the new microdistillery has provided the copper canvas for experimentation to run free. The whiskeys coming out of this distillers’ playground provide a new taste from Irish whiskey history.

A Single Malt whiskey laid down in Midleton in 2002 finished in a French Oak Casks. A first for us, resulting in light perfume notes giving way to dry barley and ice cream cone wafer.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: FRESHLY SHELLED PEANUT, CEREAL MALT AROMA

TASTE: CRACKED CINNAMON STICK, ICE CREAM CONE WAFER

FINISH: FRAGRANT BON BONS, A HINT OF TOASTED BARLEY

TEQUILA 100% AGAVE..HANDMADE & OXYGENATED

COLOR: Brilliant crystalline gold obtained from more than 6 months of rest.

AROMA: Aromatic cooked agave, vanilla and caramel, as well as subtle notes of mint, peppermint and peach. Increasing its powerful tone in caramel and vanilla burned by its aging in the barrels.

BODY: Silky and smooth profile with a well-balanced body with an elegant texture on the palate.

TASTE: Exquisite on the palate, fresh and clean with a touch of oak and a warm finish with hints of cooked agave.

VINTAGE
The 2018 growing season was characterized by a cool spring in the Arroyo Seco. Cool, foggy mornings and evenings, with daytime highs in the 80s through the summer, provided optimum weather for ripening Chardonnay. The warm weather in September, along with the recurring afternoon winds, provided the slow ripening needed to maximize flavors and textures. The Chardonnay harvest began on October 4th, which was later than recent vintages. Our Riverstone Chardonnay is now comprised of nine Chardonnay clones - 4, 5, 17, 76, 95, 96, 548, 809 and Hyde-Wente, each bringing one component to the complexity of flavors, textures and acidities in the final blend.

VINEYARDS
The vines for our J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay are grown primarily on Elder loam soils underlain by “riverstones” deposited over thousands of years by the Arroyo Seco River. These stones limit soil depth from one to four feet, although roots are found at greater depths. This unique combination of sandy loam and cobblestone soil keeps the vines’ vegetative growth and fruit in balance, while the cool climate and winds of the Salinas Valley extend the growing season - retaining the natural grape acids and intense varietal character of Chardonnay.

"The 2018 Riverstone Chardonnay exhibits youthful hues of light straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of white peach, apricot, ripe orange, and cocoa, and complemented by the palate flavors of citrus cream and nectarine. The rich texture and balance on the palate from aging sur lie gives way to flavors of vanilla, crème brûlée, and a touch of oak can be found on the long finish."

— Kristen Barnhisel, winemaker, white wine

Aged for 2 years, this premium adult beverage was introduced, distilled in Iowa in a small batch and housed in Nashville, TN. As an American whiskey Guidance is a careful blend of corn and rye with a touch of malted barley which accomplishes a smooth intense finish.

Guidance is a young whiskey that is rare and perfect for the novice & the aficionados. You can’t miss the hint of burnt caramel from smoked barrels that lead to the Maraschino cherry and vanilla essence base on your palette.

MORE THAN WHISKEY

Inspired by whiskey Culture and motivated by a deep concept of family and friendship, Jason Ridgel founded Guidance Whiskey in October of 2018. For Ridgel and his team, the word ‘Guidance’ just made sense. It represents all those that came before and those that helped along the way. Guidance can also represent a journey or direction.

Flavor Profile

The bold scents of burnt caramel, marschino cherry and vanilla greet the nose on this coveted American Whiskey. The palate dominated by the front-end vanilla with a light and smooth experience in the middle. A long smokey finish tops off the finale.

A delicious Lolea variety, that’s 100% organic. Crafted with Grenache from ecological vineyards, mixed with natural lemon juice and cardamom.

For demanding palates

A sangria that doesn’t hide its wine origin but enhances it with citrus and spicy scents.

Disguised complexity

A silky carbonic composition with a perfectly integrated touch that takes us to a long ending where we meet ripe fruit, specifically plum and blackberry with a scent of licorice.

Maker Notes

Rum finished in spirits barrels that held maple syrup. Rich and complex with hints of smoky whiskey.

Mad River Maple Cask Rum begins its life as our First Run Rum, distilled from 100% demerara sugar. We trade barrels with syrup maker Al Wood, of Wood's Vermont Syrup Company, and he returns our rum barrels once he has finished crafting his rum barrel aged syrup. The First Run Rum is then transferred into these maple-cured barrels, and the result is a rum that is smooth and bright with a nose of tropical fruits and butterscotch flavors.

From tasting notes of Spirits of the Americas competition:

“Mad River Maple Cask Rum – Rich, tropical and confectionary nose, with a bourbon quality that shows good balance and great promise. American rum returns to greatness with this sipper, rich in flavor and substance.”

Serving Suggestions: straight in an old fashioned tumbler with an ice cube or two. Alternatively, it makes an excellent Maple Mojito – as served at Sugarbush, VT.

Awards
Gold Medal - WSWA
Gold Medal - Spirits of the Americas
Silver Medal - Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America
Bronze Medal - ADI

Discover the smooth and irresistible taste of Mad River Maple Cask Rum. Indulge in the rich flavors of maple and oak. Experience pure bliss in every sip.

Maker Notes

Finished in Pedro Ximenez Barrels

Our demerara-based rum takes on a new dimension. After careful aging in a mixture of toasted and charred barrels, the rum is finished in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, imparting nutty and smoky aromas and flavors. PX is perfect on its own and also makes an incredible cocktail. Visit the Burlington shop for PX cocktails Thursday - Sunday.

Limited quantities of PX Rum are available at our Burlington, VT store.

Awards

Double Gold, Best Aged Rum, San Francisco International Spirits Competition

Unleash the Exquisite Flavors of Mad River PX Rum - Experience the Perfect Blend of Richness and Elegance. Indulge in the Essence of Luxury. Buy Now!

Bronze Medal, ACSA

Rhum Clément was first established in 1887 when Martinique political icon Homère Clément bought Domaine de l’Acajou in Le François, Martinique. Homere’s innovative thinking and political influence during the Caribbean sugar crisis resulted in economic success and a unique type of rum from Martinique: Rhum Agricole, distilled from fresh-pressed sugarcane juice. Today we follow in the footsteps of the “God-Father” of Agricole by continuing to combine tradition and modernity with each bottle of Rhum Clément.  

Clément Rhum Blanc is an approachable and highly mixable rum perfect for cocktails. “RhumAgricole” is distilled from sugarcane juice as is typical in Martinique and proudly wears the “AOC Martinique” designation signifying an exemplary degree of expertise in every stage of production.

Color: White

Maturation: Rested in stainless steel tanks for 6 months and gradually reduced over time

Nose: Sweet and vegetal with hints of black tea.

Palate: Soft and graceful with a notes of fresh cutgrass and green beans.

Cocktail Suggestions: Piña Colada, Mojito, Daiquiri

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