The Re Manfredi winery was the first one to plant Muller Thurgau and Traminer Aromatico in the souther Italian Region of Basilicata, on the lopes of the Vulture Volcano. These grapes are known to be planted in cool climates, like northern Italy, Austria, Germany.

Re Manfredi’s Bianco Basilicata is a blend of Muller Thurgau and Traminer raised on hillside vineyards at an elevation of 1,000 feet. The vines sit on rich volcanic soil, soaking up the Mediterranean sun to achieve optimum ripeness.

The bouquet is nicely aromatic, floral with candied orange peel, acacia honey, sun-dried apricot and Indian jasmine. In the palate, this white wine is waxy and creamy, ending with a mild touch of pleasant softness.

Bottle Size: 750ml

Botran Reserva Blanca, A charcoal treatment and filter gives this rum its unique clarity, making it the perfect aged rum f or cocktails. This also helps Reserva Blanca mantain its captivating aroma to vanilla, citrics and wood. Great versatility. Its delicate notes and crystal color provide the perfect balance that high-end mixology requires. Rest in American casks that held American Whisky and Burnt American Oak Whisky. Guatemala is a land rich in biodiversity and varied ecosystems. It also happens to have volcanic enriched soil and an ideal climate for growing sugar cane, the raw material of Botran Premium rums. The rums of Guatemala are also distinguished by their unique, high-altitude aging process in the highlands. The altitude and cooler temperature restrict evaporation so the rums may adopt their individual taste profiles. Making high-rum in this way is a unique art from that has been carefully preserved and enriched over the years. Botran Rums are part of the 3% of the rums elaborate with the First Press from the Sugarcane Juice.

Mars Shinshu is Japan's highest whisky distillery, at 798 meters -just over 2,600 feet- nestled between Japan's Southern and Central Alps. Mars Shinshu is owned by the Hombo family, who have been in the business of distillation for over a century. Whisky became a part of the Mars Shinshu production line up in 1949. In 1984, Shinshu decided to move their southernmost Kyushu distillery to the picturesque alpine Miyada village, where the high altitude and cool climate make for suitable conditions for whisky-making. The whisky is produced from waters that pass through granite rock, this water is high in natural minerals. This whisky is named after Kiichiro Iwai, known as The Silent Pioneer of Japan Whisky, and the former mentor of Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka and Suntory Whisky. Iwai sent Taketsuru to Scotland to learn the art of whisky-making. Taketsuru returned to Japan, presenting a whisky-making report- the Taketsuru Notes- to Iwai. Taketsuru was the first Japanese to learn the art of whisky-making. Mars Shinshu's whiskies continue to be some of the most inexpensive Japanese whiskies on the market, and they are full of high quality character and complex flavor. Iwai Tradition, is a blended whisky, comprised of both single malts, grains, and blended whiskies. The whisky is then aged in a combination of ex-bourbon, ex-sherry, and ex-wine casks, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Iwai Tradition is a special tribute to Iwai and Japanese Whisky. This is malt driven spirit is truly a reflection of contemporary Japanese whisky. Incredibly balanced, soft and layered. A blending of sherry, bourbon and wine casks with hints delicate hints of peat make for a harmonious whisky that would make Iwai-san proud.

Opus One is the realized dream of two men: Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Bordeaux and Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi. Together, our founders set out to create a single wine dedicated to the pursuit of uncompromising quality. This singular mission shapes every vintage, today and for generations to come.

The 2016 Opus One is remarkably elegant and bright offering sumptuous aromas of fresh red and blue fruit, baking spices and vanilla, and a delicate fragrance of spring florals. The initial bouquet is augmented by more nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. Juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry and cassis flood the palate and creamy, fine-grained tannins deliver a delightfully round structure. Harmonious and lively, the flavors linger to create an enduring finish with touches of dark chocolate and espresso.

Varietal Breakdown:  Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Petit Verdot 8%, Merlot 8%, Cabernet Franc 5%, and Malbec 2%

Skin Contact: 17 days

Barrel Aging: 18 months in new French oak

Koval started its life as a craft distillery, founded in Chicago in 2008, as the first distillery in Chicago's city limits since Prohibition. Founders Robert and Sonat Birnecker left their professional lives in academia to found Koval. They have been crafting certified organic whiskeys, brandies, liqueurs and specialty spirits from scratch, ever since. Being the first distillery within city limits since the mid-1800s, Koval brings Austrian distilling traditions to America. Koval is named after founder Sonat's great-grandfather, who earned Koval the nickname Koval, when, at the very early age of 17 he emigrated from Vienna to Chicago at the start of the 1900s, to start a business. Robert was bequeathed a treasure trove of distilling knowledge and expertise from his grandfather, Robert Schimd. "Being a craft distiller allows us to be flexible and bring a new approach to the market," says Sonat Birnecker, the founder of Koval Distillery. "Craft can be different. Different in business model. Different in product. Craft is a way to be creative." Together with her husband, Robert, Birnecker founded Koval Distillery Chicago's first distillery since Prohibition in 2008. Koval Distillery, which is situated just a few feet away from Hollywood Beach in Chicago's North End, boasts a custom-made, 2,000 gallon, Kothe Destillationstechnik copper-pot still imported from Germany. "I come from a family that's been distilling for over a hundred years in Austria," explains Robert, who has been distilling spirits himself since he was a child. "My grandfather had a distillery in Austria and I would help him to make different eau de vies and brandies when I was growing up. He taught me the importance of having the right equipment and using fresh, organic ingredients. Koval distillery is a grain-to-bottle operation, sourcing their grains from a local organic farmer collective in the Midwest. The grain is milled and mashed on-site, and the resultant liquid is distilled, with only the heart cut making it into the bottle. All enzymes and yeast used in production are non-GMO, and the water is sourced from Lake Michigan, purified using a natural charcoal method. All Koval spirits are bottled and packaged on-site. Millet is a prized grain in Asia and Africa. It is also a very popular base for spirits in Nepal. This Koval Single Barrel whiskey however, is the first whiskey to be made out of the grain. With notes of nut and vanilla to define the palate, this organic whiskey has a clean and bright finish. 

CURADO TEQUILA

The agave plant has existed on earth for an estimated 12 million years. Pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican cultures found many uses for the plant: the cooked Piña for food, the dried fibers for rope, clothing and paper, and – perhaps most importantly – the fermented Agave juice (Pulque as it is known in Mexico) as the first alcoholic beverage of the American continent. It is a miraculous plant, full of life, that spends long years maturing under the Mexican sun. Nourished by the earth’s minerals, the plants absorb this energy, which becomes their life essence. Mexico is home to an abundance of different spirits – Tequila, Mezcal, Raicilla, and many more. These distillates are all products created from this plant, all unique in their flavors and aromas, depending on the type of Agave that is used to make Curado, we use a blanco Tequila from the Highlands of Jalisco as a canvas, then we infuse the liquid with pieces of cooked Agave. At first the infusions only used Blue Agave from the state of Jalisco, but the project soon evolved to include other varieties of Agave from other regions of Mexico. We want to build bridges, not walls.

Curado’s current expressions are: Blue Weber from Arandas, Espadín from Oaxaca and Cupreata from Michoacán. We have taken an anthropological approach in our search for knowledge, connecting with – and learning from – people with generations of wisdom and experience.

Each variety of Agave is cooked using the technique of each respective region and then taken to Jalisco. There we infuse it in the best 100% Blue Agave Tequila from the Highlands of Jalisco region. The proportion of agave to tequila varies in each expression depending on the type of Agave received.

Curado embodies the union of three families: Estes, Camarena and Vantguard. The inspiration to create the brand originally came from two factors. The first influence came from traditional Mexican Curados, which is the name given to Pulques infused with natural flavors (Pineapple, Coconut, Coffee beans, etc.). The second part of our inspiration stemmed from observing the maceration of various spirits undertaken by bartenders across the world, using various spices, herbs and fruits. The result was Curado, the first Tequila to be infused with cooked Agave. The idea that other Agave varieties could be represented in this evolved spirit, providing variety and complexity of flavor whilst always respecting the denomination of tequila, is what set us apart.

Each animal on the different expressions of Curado represents its land of origin; all of them belong to the oneiric world of Alebrijes. Alebrijes are a modern form of art and expression from the local Mexican artist Pedro Linares, who “saw” these animals carrying him from the world of the living to the world of the dead and back. Often defined with features that belong to other creatures (wings, tails, patterns and colors), Alebrijes are impossible animals that will take you to unexpected places… so is Curado.

The elegant and precise nature of the Rayador, also known as the Black Skimmer sea bird, served as the inspiration for our Cutwater Tequila. It begins with 100% blue agave harvested from Jalisco that’s slow cooked in traditional brick ovens, open fermented, and double distilled in traditional “alambique” copper stills in Tequila to ensure an agave-forward finish. 

Bottle Size: 750ml | 80 proof

Lovingly handcrafted and aged in Kentucky, Pinhook Bourbon was established in 2014 and has produced several small batch bottlings in their newly restored Castle & Key distillery in Frankfort, KY, to much critical acclaim. What makes their line unique is the brand's three distinctive characteristics: its limited availability, mass appeal and strong ties to Kentucky's legacy of horse racing. Each release of Pinhook Bourbon is named after a thoroughbred owned by Bourbon Lane Stable. The label also features the horses racing records on their brand's website. Every fall Pinhook releases a new bourbon and rye, each of which is connected to a promising young thoroughbred horse. The whiskey in each release is the best expression of our barrels at that moment in time, and we blend and proof each release to be as unique as the horse on the label. The result is an annual vintage of Pinhook Bourbon and Pinhook Rye that become instant collectibles. The Rye Humor release is the second edition of straight rye whiskeys produced by Pinhook. The traditional mashbill has over 3 years of barrel age and was blended and cut to 97 proof by Sean Josephs at Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, KY. This straight rye whiskey has a perfumed nose of elderflower, aromatic wood, and preserved lemon which leads to a palate of dried papaya and caramel. Toasted vanilla, candied black licorice and honey linger, balancing an elegant yet powerful rye.

Our agaves are 100% Espadín, grown for 8-9 years in Oaxaca, Mexico

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Crystal Clear

AROMA: Fragrant herbal and fruit, with hints of smoke.

FLAVOR: Notes of smoke and black pepper lead to long silky finish.

RESTS: Up to 2 months.

HERITAGE: Produced in Oaxaca by a 4th generation family of Mezcaleros.

Bottled at cask strength, this single barrel bourbon whiskey has notes of brown sugar and maple with a hint of toasted oak finish. When proofed down with distilled water or a block of ice, rich vanilla flavors open up which are lovely to sip on.

Black Irish

When thinking of Irish cream, many may think of curling up with those they love by the fire, or enjoying it as an after-dinner drink on a cold winter night. A classic holiday beverage, Irish cream has always captured those festive feelings of warmth, laughter and love.

Black Irish is made with aged Irish whiskey and a unique special blend to provide a rich and decadent taste.
Made to perfection, Black Irish is crafted in Ireland under special conditions to ensure superior quality.

Perfect to enjoy year-round, the beverage lends itself to both summer and winter specialty cocktails, and pairs well with every celebration.
Because of its creamy texture and rich flavor, Black Irish can be used in a variety of cocktails, poured over ice cream or simply enjoyed over ice.

We've taken our Original Irish Cream to the next level with Black Irish Salted Caramel Irish Cream Liqueur. Rich and creamy with sweet buttery notes of caramel and a touch of salt brings this to the next level. This delectable liqueur can be enjoyed on its own over ice, drizzled over ice cream or added to any milkshake!

"Id like to introduce to you our latest challenge. this year's limited edition is a labyrinth of flavors that will test the senses of even the most discerning whisky drinker. I invite you to take the ultimate test. Can you unlock the taste of The Glenlivet Code"
- Alan Winchester, Master Distiller for The Glenlivet

Introducing the new Mystery Limited Edition from The Glenlivet. Inspired by the famous British code breakers, The Glenlivet Code challenges you to unlock the taste for a moment of definitive pleasure.

Bottle size: 750ml

Bottling at 46% with no chill filtration completes this whiskey of true character. Teeling Single Grain was voted Best Irish Single Grain at the 2017 World Whiskies Awards.

The Skelly Collection brings together two key elements of the Mexican culture: tequila and calaveras (skulls); inspired by one of the most important national symbols celebrating our ancestors in the Dia de Los Muertos. Calaveras decorate cemeteries, altars, houses and corners in Mexico and has become a symbol of Mexican pop-culture. 

BLANCO

An authentic 100% Blue Weber Agave tequila made in the Traditional Method. Produced with fully mature 7-10 year agave from 50% Highlands and 50% Lowlands of Jalisco, slow-roasted in brick ovens, slow-fermented, never diffused, roller press extraction, double distilled, and additive free.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Its opening bouquet is snappy, fresh, ashy and a touch smoky; pleasant agave notes emerge upon air contact. I nice bouquet of flowery aromas such as jasmine and rose which turn into rosemary, thyme and a hint of mint.

Palate: On the palate, the taste is fresh, pleasing, appropriately zesty, peppery and vegetal, with a hint of sugary sweetness at mid-palate. You have some solid minerality with some peppery yet subtle floral notes.

Finish: The aftertaste is long, pleasant, laced with honey & pepper. Crisp and notably refreshingNew Paragraph

Maker Notes

Gold Label is a hand-picked tri-barrel blend. By combining new barrel, experienced barrel, and double distilled double barreled we find blended high proof perfection. Each 3 gallon batch is curated from the best of each creating a one-of-a-kind flavor with all the best aspects of each barrel on full display. Bottled at 100+ Proof, there’s just enough fire to satisfy the most discerning palate.

RESERVED SMOOTH FLAVOR
Our private reserve red label, twice aged-rye will is smooth-tasting double-barreled rye that has won multiple awards across the nation.

Nose: The front lines are oak, rye, and baked oats. There are hay, vanilla, and sweet sugar scents lingering behind. With a slight layer of ethanol bringing a significant heat overlay to the nose. The effect makes the nose well balanced, but slightly warm.

Finish: Sweet sugars go through the finishing process and combine each sip with low sparkling heat. Sweet vanilla and oak start and fade into a more dry combo of leathery oak, which lasts a while. It is not your traditional rye finish, but is a slightly weaker experience than nose and palate.

Pallette: Sweet sugars go through the finishing process and combine each sip with low sparkling heat. Sweet vanilla and oak start and fade into a more dry combo of leathery oak, which lasts a while. It is not your traditional rye finish but is a slightly weaker experience than nose and palate.

AWARDS:

Bottle Size: 750ml

The GREY GOOSE Night Vision Limited-Edition Bottle is a perfect addition for your New Year's Eve and holiday celebrations this year. This collectible bottle will make any special occasion as unique as the illuminated bottle itself. The bottom of the bottle includes an on/off button for the light.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: Delicate & Floral

PALATE: Sweet & Round

FINISH: Bold & Toffee

A vodka by St. George could only feature one thing. Pears are the secret to creating a decadent vodka with luxurious texture and refreshing aromatics. Decades of distilling Bartlett pears has shown us just what this gorgeous fruit is capable of. St. George All Purpose Vodka has a distinctively lush mouthfeel with floral aromatics that shine just as much with soda as they do in a Martini.

The Spirit
As the tongue-in-cheek name implies, our All Purpose Vodka works in cocktails of all stripes. Spirits are our form of self-expression, and All Purpose is a showcase for demonstrating the decadent mouthfeel and supple flavor vodka can achieve with patient, precise distillation.

What’s in it?
Pears (yes, pears) are the secret to All Purpose’s velvet texture and delicate aromatics. St. George built its reputation with pear brandy, so we know how to coax the best from this standout fruit, even when distilling it to vodka proof. Using the same flavorful and aromatic pears that we do in our flagship spirit creates a vodka that is uniquely St. George. All Purpose has no overt pear flavor but it wows with its substantial body and subtle floral notes.