Eggo and Sugarlands Distilling Co. are spreading holiday cheers this season with Eggo Nog Appalachian Sippin’ Cream, an Eggo waffle-inspired eggnog liqueur that pairs perfectly with Eggo Thick & Fluffy waffles to help grownups L’eggo during the most chaotic time of the year: the holidays. Inspired by the classic holiday drink, Eggo Nog’s churned cream, rum, cinnamon, and nutmeg flavors will have you feeling toasty all winter long.

Heirloom Alchermes uses warm botanicals like Cinnamon and Clove that are softened with Rose Water and Vanilla Bean. This ancient, warm, dusty liqueur is truly mysterious and to our knowledge, Heirloom Alchermes Liqueur is the only alchermes produced in America. Delicious in a Negroni, an Alkermes Spritz or as a modifier in a sour or fizz.

A fabled potion that dates to the 8th century, Alchermes is known for its healing properties.

The potion traveled from the middle east to Europe, where it became a highly prized beverage. Alchermes is colored with a small insect, Cochineal and is scarlet in color. It has been used not only as an enjoyable drink, but as a confectionary ingredient as well. Historic varieties were made with crushed pearls, silk and gold flakes.

Maker Notes

Our most charismatic vermouth is made using a double infusion of red vermouth and bitter herbs.

VINIFICATION

Rojo Amargo starts with an initial infusion of mountain plants, with their small roots and highly aromatic flowers. The vermouth then rests for two years in chestnut barrels gently absorbing the aromas and, once the ageing process is complete, a second herb mixture is added consisting of a combination of plant bark and roots from the area around the winery, which give the vermouth even more character and its bitter tang.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Zesty aromas of ripe orange peel with a subtle touch of cinnamon follow through into balsamic notes of clove and dried fruits such as apricot.

Mouth: Smooth and full-bodied palate with fresh sensations of orange, followed by a superbly bitter taste that is round, intense and reminiscent of tobacco, chinchona bark and honeyed caramel.

Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling at our winery.

Mosaico is a pure Merlot: the richness of this grape is enhanced in the Bolgheri terroir. As in a "mosaic": from a distance the image is clear, but the surprising freshness and complexity create a perfect balance.

VINIFICATION AND AGING

Fermentation: in stainless steel tanks with a temperature of 26/28°C for 22 days conducted with indigenous yeasts naturally present on the grapes, spontaneous malolactic fermentation during the refinement.

Refinement: at least 12 months in 2nd - 3rd passage French oak barriques and 6 months in the bottle

This wine is bottled without being filtered or treated for clarification in order to preserve its integrity.

TASTING NOTES

The color is deep intense ruby ​​red, on the nose the typical notes of cassis, currants and ripe red fruit are embellished with notes of cinnamon, coffee and tobacco which contribute to its great elegance and aromatic breadth. The mouth is juicy, sweet with well-polished tannins supported by a long finish.

Catrina History

La Catrina was a zinc etching originally created in 1910 by Mexican printmaker Jose Guadalupe Posada. He was known for his images of political and social satire. She became a symbolic figure during the time of the Mexican Revolution. 

​La Catrina is often associated with Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a pre-Colombian Meso-American observace of death and life that is celebrated on November 2nd in all of Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula and parts of Central America.

​La Catrina in her elegance broad-brimmed hat first appeared in a satirical engraving that mocked those who pretended to be of a higher class, even if that meant starving, and going painfully thin, or without flesh. 

​To this day, La Catrina continues to be a symbolic figure. She has become part of the imagery for Dia de los muertos but also she can be found in books, cartoons, posters, figurines and artwork spanning over 100 years.

This artwork was created around 1910-1913 by José Guadalupe Posada in an etching called “La Calavera Catrina,” originally known as “La Calavera Garbancera.” She was created as a satirical image. Now we adapt Mexico's great folflore into a one of a kind Tequila Package, Dona Celia Tequila. Made out of ceramic and hand painted designs, this doll not only has a beautiful design but has a high quality 100% Agave Tequila to compliment inside.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Bottle Artwork Varies - The bottle you receive will depend on current inventory and we cannot guarantee a specific bottle.

At The Balvenie we stay true to our Five Rare Crafts, making whisky the way we always have. Our craftsmen have an intimate understanding of their materials and a desire to make the very best whisky possible. Our process is a combination of expertise, skill and ambition which gives The Balvenie its unique character. It’s the heart and the passion that goes into each bottle. The dedication. The commitment. The obsession. This is what elevates the expert to the extraordinary. It takes skill to make something great. It requires heart to make something extraordinary.

For the 2017 release, The Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 4, David C Stewart MBE carefully selected 23 casks – 13 traditional American oak barrels and 10 European oak sherry butts – from the distillery’s precious aged stocks.

All were transferred to Tun 1509, which sits in Warehouse 24, for several months before bottling. Tun is a rare interpretation of the marrying process and allows our most mature casks of various vintages to come together to create a unique expression of The Balvenie that is greater than the sum of its constituent parts.

Hotel Starlino is inspired by the architecture of our Distillery - Torino Distillati - located just outside of Turin - the birthplace of Aperitivo.

Starlino Rosso Vermouth is a traditional red Vermouth di Torino aged in Kentucky Bourbon Barrels for a rich, warm, spicy aroma and flavor.

Limited Edition 19 Crimes x Universal Monsters comes to life in the dark!

Frankenstein was the creation of Victor Frankenstein & was just a little misunderstood. He wasn't a monster; just upset people didn't want to hang out. So next time an eight-foot-tall guest arrives, pour him a glass.

ABOUT US

Just as the bottles in the Mal Bien lineup represent the people and places that produce them, the Mal Bien brand represents our experiences, passions, and palates. We love the spirits in our bottles and look forward to sharing their stories with you.

FÉLIX RAMÍREZ MENDEZ

YOGANA, EJUTLA, OAX.

The village of Yogana is located at the southern end of the Ejutla district of Oaxaca. Like all of his neighbors, Félix is a full-time farmer. Unlike many of his neighbors, Félix is also a part-time mezcalero, working with several species of agave that he plants between rows of seasonal crops, and distills on equipment unique to Ejutla that allow his spirits can reach proof in a single pass. We first met Félix, when we stopped at his wife’s store, and he offered us a pour of espadín he had in an old olive oil bottle.

Party with this refreshingly tangy, delish twist on the original low-calorie margarita. Using premium Silver Tequila with agave nectar like our first sensation, Skinnygirl Sweet 'n Tart Grapefruit Margarita manages to create a citrusy splash all her own. Quite simply, it's citrus meets delicious with our newest low-cal gal. Yep, we have managed to pull off the near impossible, creating yet another spinoff that's as good as the original!

Gin and Juice Melon by Dre and Snoop is a refreshing take on the classic cocktail, infusing gin with the sweet essence of melon. Inspired by the legendary West Coast duo, this delightful concoction captures their smooth vibes with every sip. Cheers to a drink that's as cool and flavorful as their iconic tunes!

CLASSIC COCKTAILS

Crafthouse Classic Cocktails are made from the highest quality all-natural ingredients. They All of our ready to drink cocktails contain no artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives. 

We use only exceptional spirits, collaborating with the finest producers (many of whom are our friends). You will never find malt, low-grade grain neutral spirits or unnamed “brewed alcohols” in our pre-mixed cocktails. 

Each Crafthouse Classic Cocktail is made just as it would be at a cocktail bar. We simply make them in larger batches. It is important to note that unlike many RTD’s (ready to drink) in the market, our cocktails each have their own ABV (alcohol by volume). You would never expect a Moscow Mule and an Old Fashioned to contain the same percentage alcohol, would you? 

Our cocktails in cans are not watered down. They have full and distinct flavor while still maintaining an accessible profile. Carefully curating our lineup, we worked diligently to provide something for every taste, occasion and mood. 

In alignment with our team’s individual concern for the impact on the environment, Crafthouse Cocktails strives to make sustainable decisions. We recently moved to 100% recyclable aluminum for our 200mls bottle and are introducing a new 1.75L bag-in-box option with less packaging. Our 750mls glass bottle is also 100% recyclable and reusable. 

MOSCOW MULE

The Moscow Mule was one of a group of cocktails created in the 1940’s to promote vodka as a spirit in the US. Combining vodka with bold, spicy ginger beer and lime in a unique copper mug, the Moscow Mule cocktail became an instant classic. We make our canned Moscow Mule thoughtfully, using house-made ginger beer with only the highest quality ingredients. As a result, our Moscow Mule in a can has become one of our most popular cocktails.

A Moscow Mule cocktail is often thought of as a summer drink as it’s typically served ice cold and is very refreshing on a hot summer’s day. However, our Moscow Mule bottle is great to enjoy around the holidays as well with its strong ginger flavor. In fact, there are few drinks that combine spicy, sweet, and strong flavors as well as the Moscow Mule cocktail.

Serve a Moscow Mule cocktail over ice, garnished with a fresh mint sprig or lime wheel. A copper mug is the traditional vessel for the Moscow Mule if you have one handy, though a rocks glass works just fine in a pinch.

10.1% ABV ✴ 99 CALORIES PER SERVING. AVAILABLE IN 200MLS CANS.

Founded in 1982 by German-born Jrg Rupf, St. George Spirits is one of the oldest craft distilleries in the United States. The distillery, housed in an old World War II airplane hangar on a former naval base on the edge of San Francisco, is home to Lance Winters, mad scientist and St. George's master distiller. Winters, who is widely-known for experimenting with different types of spirits, has a laboratory dominated by a 10-liter test still in addition to the glass beakers and graduated cylinders that cover every inch of counterspace. Next to the dusty chalkboards caked with equations for the conversion of sugar to alcohol and intricate diagrams of molecular structures are bottles of experimental whiskies, vodkas and even an aging balsamic vinegar (it's 14 years old already). Made using juniper, Douglas Fir, California bay laurel, coastal sage and coriander seeds, along with a number of other herbs and botanicals, St. George Terroir Gin is a true California Gin. The coriander seeds are roasted inside a well-seasoned wok, which contributes an earthy, aromatic bouquet to the gin. In addition, the Douglas Fir and coastal sage are distilled individually through Winters' 250-liter copper-pot still, which minimizes seasonal configurables in the botanicals. Finally, while the fresh bay laurel leaves and juniper berries are infused through the still's botanical basket, the remainder of the botanicals are placed directly in the pot, resulting in a cleaner and crisper flavor. St. George Terroir Gin has a stunning bouquet of fresh, forest aromas, including pine and oak. The woodsy notes are complemented by bursts of juniper and sage, and lead to a crisp finish. St. George Terroir is "spectacularly evocative"according to Food and Wine Magazine, and "one of the most distinctive gins made in America"according to GQ Magazine. This gin represents a unique expression by one of America's most creative craft distilleries.

Don Julio was founded in 1942, by Don Julio Gonzlez-Frausto Estrada, who began distilling tequila at age 17. Don Julio tequilas are handcrafted in the Highlands of Jalisco, where the microclimate and mineral-rich clay soil allow the blue agave plant to flourish. La Primavera exclusively produces Don Julio. Each bottle is distilled from 100% pure Blue Weber Agave which are harvested after 7-10 years by expert Jimadors. As highly respected craftsmen they handpick and then uniformly hand cut the agave pencas (leaves) from the pia to increase the quality of juice. Then the pias are then slowly steam-cooked in traditional masonry ovens for three days to release the sweet agave juice. It takes 8 pounds of blue agave to produce one bottle of tequila. Created by Master Distiller Enrique de Colsa in collaboration with the Lagavulin Distillery Manager, Colin Gordon, this limited edition, innovative tequila is inspired by Don Julio Gonzalez's creative spirit and passion to take the art of tequila making to new heights. Tequila Don Julio Reposado, Double Cask is a unique, rich and nuanced expression of classic Reposado matured for 8 months and finished for 2 weeks in casks that previously held Lagavulin Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Youll find a hint of signature Lagavulin peatiness amongst the more traditional reposado notes. Pick up your bottle today!

PROCESS

Each bottle of Giant Rock Gin is inspired by the sense of wonder evoked by its namesake boulder, which many believe to be the largest in the world. Giant Rock Gin is made from a high-quality organic sugarcane mash that is vapor-infused with a desert-inspired mix of unique botanicals. Our Giant Rock Gin won a Double Gold medal and a Best in Category award from the 2023 American Distilling Institute World Spirits Competition.

FLAVOR PROFILE

Giant Rock gin has a smooth mouthfeel and medium body. With subtle notes of licorice, allspice, and black pepper, this is a new take on a traditional London Dry. Enjoy it chilled or in your next cocktail (we love a classic Martini, but it also makes a stellar Negroni). Now available for tasting and purchase in both 750ml and 375ml sizes at our distillery just outside Joshua Tree National Park.

Tasting Notes
The 2021 Cherry Pie Tri-County Pinot Noir is concentrated with aromas of macerated cherries, cranberries and dark oolong tea. On the palate, this wine has brambly notes of mulberries, ripe Bing cherries with notes of baking spices and sweet toasty oak with a long, silky smooth finish.

The Vineyard
Combining three counties, each in its own AVA, Cherry Pie Pinot Noir showcases the best of each county’s unique flavor profile. The Napa County grapes are sourced from Carneros which is the coolest of the three climates and provides bright earthy red fruit to the blend. San Luis Obispo’s climate generated by the proximity to the Pacific Ocean is vital for the freshness and vibrancy of this wine. The vineyards are located just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean, with a very long, cool growing season. The Santa Barbara County grapes benefit from sandy soils, bright sunshine and cool ocean breezes which combine to lengthen fruit ripening and extend hang time, resulting in intense aromatics and bright acidity.

Our Laws San Luis Valley Straight Rye is born at 7,400 feet above sea level in Colorado’s pristine San Luis Valley on the Cody Family farm which has been cultivating this low yield, semi-wild rye grain since the 1930's. Using our traditional, labor intensive distilling technique we bring this grain's unique, individual character to life while our open-air, on-grain sour mash process adds the soulful complexity found within all our whiskey. Aged for a minimum of three years in our rarified thin air, this rye is luxurious in texture and generous in perfume. 

About the Brand

Black Sheep premium tequila has a unique old-world approach to its preparation; slow fermentation, special filtration of the juice of the properly selected, slow baked, and 100% aged Blue Weber highland agave.

Black Sheep’s distinctive taste and aromatic profile are due to the handcrafted and organic process, which provides a new meaning to the premium category. Reshaping the pallet and perspective from party shots to an enjoyable affluent beverage of choice. This black sheep goes against the grain, providing education, better ingredients, and a superior product.

BLANCO TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Crystal clear

AROMA: Slightly sweet, fresh and baked natural agave, light peppermint

TASTE: Incredibly smooth and complex. Fresh and baked natural agave, light white pepper

FINISH: Fresh natural agave, cream, and white pepper