Maker Notes

Legend has it that the first ruler of Japan descended from an ocean princess-dragon. In the depths of the Pacific, this princess lived in a palace made of corals-the life-givers and purifiers of the ocean.

Drawing inspiration from this legend, we named our rum, Minoki – Ocean Princess and embodied to our design the mythical princess, dragon and Fuji-yama, the symbol of Japan.

Known as the rainforests of the ocean, coral reefs are essential for life under water. Today, they are in decline due to environmental stress and need our help. To protect and restore the coral reefs around the world, we are committed to donating a portion of our earnings and raising awareness through the lifetime of Minoki.

Minoki Mizunara Cask Finished

Inspired by the legend, we finished the finest Japanese and Pacific rums in Mizunara – Japanese Oak Casks before filtering through washed ashore and bleached Japanese corals to create a perfectly smooth blend with hints of Japanese tropical fruits on the nose and spiced-vanilla in the finish.

Minoki Rum is The First Mizunara Cask Finished Rum Brand in the World.

AWARDS

91 Points, Excellent, Highly Recommended from 2023 Ultimate Spirits Challenge
2023 “SILVER” Medal - SIP Awards
2023 “GOLD” Medal - TAG Global Spirits Awards
2022 “DOUBLE GOLD” Medal and “Best of Class Dark/Gold Rum” - Singapore World Spirits Competition
2022 “SILVER” Medal -San Diego Spirits Festival
2022 “SILVER” Medal - Bartender Spirits Awards
2022 “SILVER” Medal and ‘’Japan Rum of the Year’’ -New York International Spirits Competition
2022 ’SILVER’’ Medal- The Spirits Business Asian Spirits Masters
2022 ‘’SILVER’’ Medal- SFWSC (San Francisco World Spirits Competition)
2022 ‘’SILVER’’ Medal- LSC (London Spirits Competition)
2022 ‘’SILVER’’ Medal-ISC (International Spirits Challenge)
2022 ‘’BRONZE’’ Medal-IWSC (International Wine&Spirits Competition)
2021 ‘’GOLD’’ Medal -Asia Spirits Challenge
2021 ‘’GOLD’’ Medal -The Spirits Business Design & Packaging Masters

A small-batch whiskey and is the first Blue Run product with Bourbon Hall of Famer Jim Rutledge serving as the contracted Master Distiller (on all previous Blue Run products, except Golden Rye, Jim served as the Liquid Advisor). Jim distilled this batch at Castle & Key Distillery.

Tasting Notes:

The nose is pralines and orange peel. There are hints of bright cherry and tobacco. Brown sugar and nuttiness start to shine on the palate. There is s little bit of white pepper but its well-balanced. It slowly moves to stone fruit and dried apricot. The finish is long. As the finish progresses there's herbal white tea, peach and clove.

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.

Back from the fiery depths! Our 2021 Tears of Vulcan continues our tradition of bright, floral, citrusy, textural, skin contact orange wine. Made of 49% Viognier, 43% Pinot gris and 8% Muscat from two organic vineyards in the Chehalem Mtns AVA of the Willamette Valley. The fruit was on its skins for all of primary fermentation; 23 days. Then it was pressed and went through elevage in in 90% neutral French oak, 5% new French oak, and 5% new Acacia. 

Wine Specs: Vintage 2021 | Alcohol %13.5

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.

The Tools-down Whiskey

Five Nine is the “Tools-Down Whiskey” brought to you by the Troll Co. lifestyle brand that celebrates blue-collar America.

Our whiskey is made at the 10th oldest distillery in Kentucky, located in Owensboro. Five Nine is a high-rye whiskey made with 70% Locally grown Kentucky corn, 21% winter rye, 9% malted 2 and 6 row barley.

Crafted to honor creators, builders, fixers, and doers who measure time by the grit on their hands, not the hands of the clock. Five Nine was created to celebrate small wins after a long day on a job.

Barrell Bourbon Batch 034 is a blend of 6, 8, 10, and 15-year-old barrels. 8-year-old barrels driven by strong hazelnut and dark cherry notes lay a foundation enhanced by high-corn barrels showing browned butter and apricot. We mingled this first step for months before adding high-rye barrels carrying cinnamon and allspice. Finally, a vatting of 10 and 15-year-old barrels was added for earthiness and light tannin. The result is a robust and sophisticated bourbon.

BLEND COMPONENTS: Indiana: 6 years old | Tennessee:8, 10 and 15 years old | Kentucky:8 years old

DERIVED MASH BILL: Corn: 79% | Rye: 17% | Malted Barley: 4%

Flavor Notes

The nose is deftly balanced between the exuberant fresh fruit of youth and the oxidized, dried fruit of maturity. This dynamic tension carries over to the palate where rich port notes are supported by bright Seville orange and cola.

Appearance: Copper with rose gold highlights

Nose: Eggnog and madeleines set the stage. Dry, hard cider integrates a range of florals such as elderflower and violet. Over time, the fruit transitions to a more cooked character, displaying dried apricot, candied orange peel, and mulled cider.

Palate: Blackcurrant jam and grape soda start the palate off with focus and depth. More classic notes of cinnamon donut, warm cola, and pecan pie emerge. Fresh notes of green grape and Seville orange are followed by umami, and salt.

Finish: A modest amount of sandy tannin sustains notes of shiso, licorice root, and fudgy peanut butter cup through a lengthy finish. There is an additional pop of iron and slate.

Housed in a uniquely designed basketball decanter; each bottle is individually blown and formed in the shape of a professional basketball. Every bottle sits on a raised pedestal base which is a classic rendition of a professional basketball court and includes a replica pebbled- leather stopper. It's the perfect special occasion gift for the basketball fan in all of us.

Springfield Distillery (Brand)'s handcrafted bourbon is a unique blend of younger and older, more complex bourbons. Hand-selected for their individual character and flavor profile, these bourbons are blended together to create a soft and flavorful finish with hints of caramel and butterscotch, rounded out with a layer of sweet toffee. Whether you're a bourbon lover or just looking for something different, Springfield Distillery (Brand)'s unique blend is sure to please.

Enjoy on the rocks or in your favorite cocktail!
Available in a 750ml bottle.

Housed in a uniquely designed basketball decanter; each bottle is individually blown and formed in the shape of a professional basketball. Every bottle sits on a raised pedestal base which is a classic rendition of a professional basketball court and includes a replica pebbled- leather stopper. It's the perfect special occasion gift for the basketball fan in all of us.

Springfield Distillery (Brand)'s handcrafted Whiskey is a bourbon style mash bill of corn, rye, and barley. Hand-selected for their individual character and flavor profile, these whiskies have extremely graceful style, this blended whiskey has subtle hints of allspice and finishes with strong notes of vanilla and sweet caramel. Whether you're a Whiskey lover or just looking for something different, Springfield Distillery (Brand)'s unique blend is sure to please.

Enjoy on the rocks or in your favorite cocktail!
Available in a 750ml bottle.

Housed in a uniquely designed basketball decanter; each bottle is individually blown and formed in the shape of a professional basketball. Every bottle sits on a raised pedestal base which is a classic rendition of a professional basketball court and includes a replica pebbled- leather stopper. It's the perfect special occasion gift for the basketball fan in all of us.

This extraordinary vodka is made from 100% premium soft wheat, distilled six times, then charcoal filtered twice through five feet of activated carbon. It drinks incredibly smooth with delicate notes of vanilla and undertones of coconut on the finish palette. 

Enjoy your favorite cocktail!
Available in a 750ml bottle.

FLAVOR WORTH CELEBRATING

Old Parr 18 is the smoothest whisky from the Old Parr House. A perfectly crafted blend of our finest aged Scotch whiskies creates an extraordinary taste experience bursting with complex and robust flavors. Every batch of Old Parr 18 is crafted in the heart of Scotland using the rarest and most characterful malts from Cragganmore in its blend. The unique notes of Cragganmore malts reveal themselves extraordinarily, thanks to the low presence of smoke in Old Parr 18’s blend. The result is a complex, full-flavored and yet smooth whisky of unparalleled quality.

Color: Rich Amber

Nose: Aged Wood, Roasted Nuts and Dried Apple

Taste: Fruit, Vanilla and Oak

Finish: Woodland and Peppery Spice

AWARDS

96 SCORE, 2022 ULTIMATE - SPIRITS CHALLENGE - Extraordinary, Ultimate - Recommendation, Great Value

DOUBLE GOLD 2022 - San Francisco - World Spirits Competition

About the Brand

Whisky for the modern, curious drinker

Our distillery is nestled in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. Not the outback. Or a sunshine-soaked beach. Melbourne is a bustling city that celebrates unique cuisines and cultures. Here, we ditch the airs and graces and focus on flavor instead.

That's why we use red wine barrels to mature our whisky. We source all our whisky ingredients from just a day's drive away. Then, in the wildly varied Melbourne weather, our whisky draws out its signature fruity, delicious flavor in just three short years. We call this elemental maturation and it's why we couldn't make our whisky anywhere else.

Our Melburnian founder, David Vitale, grew up in a big Italian family. He was born and raised around a food-obsessed, flavor-forward dinner table. And he knows our whisky feels right at home at those moments spent enjoying a meal with others.

Raise a few eyebrows and bring a bottle to a BBQ. Pour it with tonic and watch jaws go to the floor. It's an eye-opening business, this new world of whisky drinking.

Invicto is the biggest star of Mucha Liga, a fearless luchador who combines skills and passion to own the battles as a living legend. He represents the old school Lucha Libre, bold inside the ring and gallant outside of it. He’s the most experienced luchador of Mucha Liga, and through all those years defending his honor with his undefeated record, he has led los técnicos in his fight for justice and truth, using his wisdom and unmatched quality.

Invicto is the biggest star of Mucha Liga, a fearless luchador who combines skills and passion to own the battles as a living legend. He represents the old school Lucha Libre, bold inside the ring and gallant outside of it. He’s the most experienced luchador of Mucha Liga, and through all those years defending his honor with his undefeated record, he has led los técnicos in his fight for justice and truth, using his wisdom and unmatched quality.

Invicto is the biggest star of Mucha Liga, a fearless luchador who combines skills and passion to own the battles as a living legend. He represents the old school Lucha Libre, bold inside the ring and gallant outside of it. He’s the most experienced luchador of Mucha Liga, and through all those years defending his honor with his undefeated record, he has led los técnicos in his fight for justice and truth, using his wisdom and unmatched quality.

On March 1, 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant signed the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act into law, protecting one of the most unique natural environments on earth.

This limited edition straight bourbon whiskey honors the first 150 years of Yellowstone. Master Blender Nancy Fraley has created a unique, 9 year-old blend of wheated and rye bourbons to help celebrate America’s first national park and the 150th anniversary.

Each of the 150 bottles will come with a leather carrying case, and all sales proceeds will be donated to help support Yellowstone Forever, in their continued efforts to protect, preserve and enhance the future of Yellowstone National Park.

STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY

9-YEAR-OLD BLEND OF: 

> 93% WHEATED BOURBON: 68% CORN I 20% WHEAT l 12% MALT BARLEY

> 7% RYED BOURBON: 68% CORN I 20% RYE I 12% MALT BARLEY

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Copper and hazelnut

NOSE: Orange marmalade, buttercream, lemon peel, pound cake, marshmallow, fresh pomegranate

BODY: Caramelized honey, grilled pears, green tea and white peppercorn

MOUTHFEEL: Full bodied, gradual swelling, roasted figs with bright flashes of mandarin and red licorice

FINISH: Zesty grapefruit rind, hints of licorice and cracked black pepper

This unique spirit has been impossibly crafted to capture the essence of a historically made Absinthe with flavors that are distinct and contemporary. Lyre's spirits have their own distinction as a premium, non-alcoholic beverage.

Flavor profile:

Anise and aromatic to taste. Fresh. Distinct flavors of verbena, anise, fine herbs with a touch of sweetness to give it balance and length. No examples of hallucinogenic symptoms.

TASTE PROFILE

To Taste: Anise and aromatic to taste. Fresh. Distinct flavors of verbena, anise, fine herbs with a touch of sweetness to give it balance and length. No examples of hallucinogenic symptoms.

Bouquet: Packed with liquorice, anise and lemon, candy, fresh cut herbs including nettle, fennel, wormwood.

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Our darkest and deepest amber and henna color.

TASTE: Deep and complex flavors of vanilla, nuts and oak.

AROMA: Robust vanilla and caramel notes; slightly smoky.

FINISH: Long and full; perfect for easygoing sipping.

2022 - 04, “PINKIE’S BATCH"

MASTER DISTILLER NOTES

The color of this batch is a rich, golden amber that really shines when you hold it up to the light and admire the glass you’ve poured. The aroma is balanced with brown spice and vanilla notes, which gives you a preview of the taste. When you first sip it, your mouth is filled with Booker’s signature vanilla flavor, and it leaves you with a lingering well-rounded finish. I know my dad and grandad would have enjoyed this batch over a football game, and I’m very proud to name this batch in honor of my granddad, Frederick Booker Noe.

LABEL INSPIRATION

The fourth release of the Booker’s Bourbon 2022 Collection is Booker’s Batch 2022-04 “Pinkie’s Batch.” Frederick Booker Noe, better known as Pinkie to his family and friends, was my grandad. To this day I’m actually not sure where Pinkie got his nickname from, but one thing I do know is that he was someone who always followed his passions, just like I do with whiskey making.

A lot of people thought that Pinkie was in the bourbon business – a good assumption to make about someone in our family – but he worked as the vice president of the local bank. That’s not to say he didn’t enjoy drinking bourbon – he actually was a big fan – but the bourbon business just wasn’t his thing like it was for Dad and is for me and my son Freddie. When Pinkie wasn’t running the bank, he also loved to golf. I remember as a little boy that golf was a big part of his life, and he tried to play as often as possible. So much so that he had an indent in his hip from the golf balls he’d keep in his pocket. Pinkie was also an outdoorsman, with a passion for hunting that he passed down to Booker. He often brought Dad along with him to hunt quail, and I know those were always bonding experiences for them.

BLANCO

From the Alembic still, to the stainless steel vats for 15 days, this tequila preserves the characteristic notes of the purest and cleanest tequila, and the agave flavor we love so much. You will experience the flavor of our process in each little taste.

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: CRISTALINE WITH SILVER HINTS. PURE AND TRANSPARENT

AROMA: COOKED AGAVE | HERBAL TONES | GREEN APPLE

TASTE: SWEET AGAVE | FRUITY | BLACK PEPPER | WET SOIL

The Untamed whiskey is a combination of malt and grain that has been double distilled and aged in white oak 'Bourbon' casks. It is non-chill filtered and comes at cask strength. With its clean and bright pale yellow color, this whiskey has a light and floral aroma that gives way to a palate filled with bright citrus flavors and a touch of spice. It has a surprisingly long and smooth finish, making it a versatile addition to any whiskey collection. Enjoy it straight, chilled, or on the rocks, as it is the perfect blend of strength and sophistication.

Tasting Notes

The Palate has some citrus flavors and a hint of spice, with a long and soft finish for a cask strength whiskey. A high quality blend.