About this product

Deep, intensely flavorful and velvet-smooth, our 2020 Apothic Crush is a luscious Red Blend brimming with appealing fruit character. Ripe black cherry, wild blackberry and raspberry fruit notes are layered on the inviting palate with toffee and milk chocolate. The long, lingering finish adds hints of rich, silky caramel. A blend of Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, this is a Crush that demands to be shared.

Viticulture Notes

We selected the majority of the grapes for Apothic Crush from Lodi and other bold regions in California’s Central Valley. Lodi is known as a producer of intensely concentrated, silky textured fruit. California’s 2020 vintage experienced a cool, mild growing season with an accelerated heat spell in August, resulting in early ripening. Vintage 2020 in California shows vibrant acidity and concentrated flavors.

Winemaking Notes

We harvested a majority of the grapes for our Apothic Crush at night in cool temperatures to preserve the character of the fruit. The Pinot Noir was cold soaked for 1-2 days, then fermented between 80° to 85°F. The other varieties were fermented between 86° to 90° F. To create a silky mouthfeel and toasted caramel characteristics, we aged the blend in a mixture of French and American oak.

The Hennessy V.S.O.P blend is the expression of eight generations of Master Blenders know-how. To perpetuate the legacy of the original Hennessy V.S.O.P, Hennessy Master Blenders have constantly sought to create a completely harmonious blend: it is the definitive expression of a perfectly balanced cognac. Based on a selection of firmly structured eaux-de-vie, aged largely in partially used barrels in order to take on subtle levels of oak tannins, this highly characterful cognac reveals balanced aromas of fresh vanilla, cinnamon and toasty notes, all coming together with a seamless perfection. Hennessy invites you to take a glimpse into the heritage and inspiration that fuels Latin Global Superstar Maluma with the release of Hennessy V.S.O.P Limited Edition by Maluma. This vibrant limited edition bottling of Hennessy V.S.O.P encapsulates his ever-evolving perspective & constant strive for reinvention.

Double Cross is handcrafted in the Tatra Mountains of Slovakia. Made with winter wheat and mountain spring water, each batch of Double Cross is seven-times distilled, seven-times filtered resulting in an award-winning vodka of unrivaled smoothness. Double Cross received 95 points in Wine Enthusiast magazine and two gold medals from the World Spirits Competition.

Experience the allure of WhistlePig Pit Viper Summerstock Solara Aged Whiskey, a limited edition expression meticulously distilled in both Vermont and Canada. This small-batch release exemplifies the artistry and precision that WhistlePig is renowned for, catering to the most discerning whiskey enthusiasts.

Indulge in the essence of summer with Pit Viper Summerstock Solara Aged Whiskey, a creation that has been carefully matured in American oak barrels before undergoing a unique finishing process in rare solera barrels. The result is a symphony of flavors that gracefully unfold on the palate. Notes of velvety caramel, luscious honeyed vanilla, and a subtle hint of toasted oak intermingle, offering a luxurious and gratifying tasting experience.

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Small Batch Rye Spirits the same way Grandma Lorine Sextro used to make it. From the 26 gallon Pot Stills to the 15 Gallon Barrels of Minnesotan American Oak that our Rye is aged in, we do it just right.

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Tasting Notes
SINGLE BARREL AGED BLACK LABEL

APPEARANCE: RICH CARMEL 
TASTE: FRUIT-HEAVY, VANILLA, CARAMEL 
AROMA: SWEET AROMA, FRUIT NOTES 
FINISH: LINGERING EARTHY TONES WITH NOTES OF ROOT VEGETABLES

Maker Notes

A SEASONAL INDULGENCE. REAL VODKA.

Featuring our award-winning vodka, coffee cream liqueur and peppermint flavor. Enjoy with a peppermint garnish over ice or straight from our can.

CUTWATER VODKA

True precision. It’s something you can taste. Just ask the people who seek out the venomous Fugu fish, the world’s most methodically prepared delicacy. Our own Fugu Vodka is no less the result of meticulous attention to detail. Distilled from some of the world’s finest corn and filtered 15 times. Because anything less than perfection is a mortal sin.

THE ORIGINAL WARMASTER EDITION BRINGS YOU THE CASK STRENGTH, SINGLE BARREL PICK THAT BEGAN IT ALL.

“WARMASTER” JOSH BARNETT NOT ONLY HAND PICKS EACH BARREL TO BE BOTTLED, BUT HE IS GENUINELY IMMERSED IN MAKING THE BOURBON AT OUR OXNARD DISTILLERY, 100% FROM SCRATCH, START TO FINISH.  EACH BARREL SELECTED IS DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT FROM THE LAST.  NO TWO ARE EVER THE SAME.

The 2023 Enigma Essence 12 Years Special Release is a celestial masterpiece in Scotch whiskey. With natural cask strength, it unveils a mesmerizing blend of cosmic hues and features an elegant phoenix soaring against a vibrant backdrop. Crafted with uncomplicated yet exquisite ingredients, this whiskey promises an intensely intricate flavor experience. At Enigma Essence Distillery, every detail converges to create an awe-inspiring masterpiece, transcending the ordinary.

Sequentis is a limited-edition Reserve Merlot that advances our devotion to Bordeaux varieties. The remarkable 2021 vintage opens with heady aromas of rose petal, plum, blackberry jam, cooked strawberry, ripe black cherry and baking spice. A medium-bodied mouthfeel floods the senses with extraordinary complexity, including layered flavors of pomegranate, raspberry, blackberry, coconut, tobacco and vanilla. Balanced acidity and fine tannins converge on a smooth, velvety finish.

Inspired by 300 years of Dutch tradition, Ketel One Oranje Vodka is crafted in small batches from the finest European wheat. The Ketel One name is derived from the original coal-fired copper pot still which remains in operation today.

Ketel One Oranje Vodka has a bright orange crispness and juicy orange notes. The finish leaves a lively, warm hint of spice lingering on the palate.

Ideal for enjoying on the rocks or in a fresh citrus cocktail, give Ketel One Oranje for a clever Get Well gift or a New Year's Eve or Christmas party. Or send a bottle as a Mother's Day, Bachelorette Party, Housewarming, Congratulations or Thank You gift.


Bottle Size: 750ml

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When it comes to pairing, Armagnac de Montal VS is particularly well-suited to complement richly prepared dishes such as game or foie gras. Alternatively, savor it alongside a selection of cheeses or indulge in the perfect finale to a meal with a luxurious chocolate pairing.

The Bas-Armagnac region, home to the finest vineyards for Armagnac production, is characterized by its rolling hills interspersed with dense woods. The mild and humid climate, coupled with a sun-kissed autumn, plays a pivotal role in shaping the nuanced flavors and aromas found in Armagnac de Montal. The grape varieties utilized in its creation include Folle Blanche, Ugni-Blanc, Bacco, and Colombard.

In order to capture the maximum essence of the grapes, the wine is distilled immediately after harvesting. Armagnac de Montal adheres to traditional methods, utilizing either a copper still or a large organ, which enables the vapors to rise, carrying with them the essence of the spirit. The aging process takes place in white oak barrels, undergoing an unusually extended period of maturation, resulting in the distinctive golden hue and enticing aromas of vanilla, lilac, and notably, plum.

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.

In February 2011, Marko became intrigued by Bear Republic's Big Bear Stout.

"Single malts only use a single malt—this Stout has over five different malts, as well as adjuncts and several different hop varieties. All of these qualities come through into an extremely complex whiskey," explains Marko.

With a backbone of Stout, double distilled then aged for 29 months in French oak, Marko expertly entices aromas of dried apricot & honeysuckle, a rich palate of roasted coffee, chocolate malt freshened with orange zest, and a perfect finish of brown spice, dark malt and lingering traces of dry oak.

"Mind-boggingly good". - Clay Risen, New York Times

90 Points - "Deliciously layered palate...no hint of the 49.5% ABV heat. A finish that's sweet, light and quite refreshing and inviting. Lives up to the Charbay hype". - Whisky Advocate

The Christian Brothers Brandy with Natural Flavors is made from the finest grape varietals and incorporates the same time-honored copper pot still production method perfected over 75 years ago . This process, similar to that of fine Cognacs, creates a rich flavor and full body, enhanced by slow aging in hand-selected Bourbon barrels for a minimum of two years. During aging, the oak barrels imbue the Brandy with layers of well-balanced fruit flavors and a warm, lingering finish.

Finally, the Brandy is carefully blended to create a soft, subtle texture that is Endlessly Smooth and perfect to enjoy straight, on the rocks or in a variety of classic cocktails.

Any distillery in the United States should be a feather in the cap of the local community,"explains master distiller John Little". We buy almost all of our grains locally. Our waste goes to a local farmer. We are a tourist attraction for the area and we pay a ton of taxes. This business is what small business in America is all about. Embedded in the rolling Appalachian hills of Greenbrier County, West Virginia, Smooth Ambler Spirits is a testament to the craftsmanship and hard-work of Little and his co-founder, TAG Galyean. At their 5,200 square-foot distillery, Little and Galyean combine traditional distillation techniques with state-of-the-art equipment to produce remarkable spirits that are bold, complex and perfectly balanced. Very Old Scout is steeped in the tradition of the Highland Valley. Little sourced some of the last mature stocks of bourbon from Lawrenceburg Distillers Indiana and has been secretly blending them in a special cuve. The result Very Old Scout 11-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a marriage of an eleven year, twelve year and thirteen-year-old bourbon. After blending the different bourbons together, Little brings them to proof using pure mountain water from West Virginia before bottling the bourbon without chill or carbon filtration. This select, 13YO Old Scout Single Barrel is a single barrel release distilled from 84% corn, 8% rye, 8% malt. A low-rye bourbon mash bill from TN. Using a continuous column distillation process. Each bottling of Old Scout Single Barrel Select is unique in age and proof, with a 13-year minimum. It's 95.2 proof (47.6% ABV) but may vary.

A tale of passion

Nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Cotswolds countryside, the Cotswolds Distillery was born from a dream to produce delicious spirits in one of the most beautiful regions in the world.

From hedgefunds to HEDGEROWS
It all started back in 2014, when our founder Dan, a native New Yorker and whisky connoisseur, had moved to the Cotswolds after working in finance in London for many years. Seeking to leave behind that world and spend more time in the picturesque countryside of the Cotswolds with his family, it eventually dawned on him that he could combine his love of whisky with his desire to start a new business. A dedicated whisky fan, Dan saw the fields of golden barley around his house in the Cotswolds and had a brainwave ‘I suddenly thought, there’s barley all over the Cotswolds and nobody’s distilling it, let’s be the first!’ Having found a derelict site near his house, he set about building a distillery and a team to run it, and the doors of the Cotswolds Distillery opened in July 2014.

Launching our WHISKY
After three years of eager anticipation, in October 2017 we released our Cotswolds Signature Single Malt Whisky, the first whisky ever to be distilled in the Cotswolds and the one which remains at the heart of our DNA. In the years since its launch, we have expanded our range of single malt whiskies to include our Cask Collection comprising four unique cask expressions, a yearly limited edition Hearts & Crafts series drawing inspiration from the Arts & Crafts movement, and hand-picked single cask releases.

Belonging to our Cask Expressions Collection, our Bourbon Cask Single Malt Whisky is created from select first-fill ex-Bourbon barrels in which our rich and fruity single malt spirit has been patiently matured. These premium American oak barrels are ideal for aging whisky and impart delicious notes of vanilla

CAREFULLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS

Malt: 100% locally grown, traditionally floor malted barley from the Cotswolds.

Yeast: Two complementary varieties - Anchor and Fermentis - to ensure good yields and excellent fruity flavors.

Water: Village water supply - filtered, softened and demineralized before use.

Wood: Premium first-fill ex-Bourbon barrels from Kentucky, made from American white oak (Quercus alba).

TASTING NOTES

NOSE: Decadent vanilla custard with a hint of malt.

PALATE: Raisins and caramelized figs, delicate vanilla.

FINISH: Subtly earthy with a hint of honey.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Best enjoyed on it’s own, but we don’t believe in rules when it comes to drinking whisky – sip this neat, over ice, in a cocktail – however you like!

PALATE: Clean with fresh lemon notes and a subtle fruitiness, suggestive of the floral, zesty nature of the fruit.
FINISH: Fresh with lemon flavor remaining prominent is the warmth and richness of a whole orange.

Bottle size: 750ml

Heritage Distilling Co. (HDC) is a craft distillery based in Gig Harbor, Washington. HDC is the most awarded craft distillery in North America by the American Distilling Institute6 years 2014 - 2019). Each Heritage Distilling Co.product has a unique story. This family-owned Craft Distillery makes their spirits by hand. From working directly with the farmers to grow their grains, to ensuring the purity of their water source, to milling the grain, making their own mash and wort and running their own custom made stills. Heritage Distilling embodies a wholehearted Field to Flask ethos. Distilled to the most meticulous standards this Brown Sugar Bourbon is distilled from a corn, rye, and malted barley mash before being barreled at less than 125 proof for at least two years in new American Oak Charred Barrels. The whiskey is then cut to 60 proof with their private crystal clear water source and infused with natural brown sugar and cinnamon flavors.This Brown Sugar Bourbon earned World's Best Flavored Whiskey from World Whiskies Awards in 2018 and 2019.