La Copa Rojo Red Vermouth
$29.99
From Jerez, Spain. This is famed Gonzalez Byass' take on Red Vermouth, which uses their own Oloroso and PX sherry aged for eight years as the base. 15.5% ABV.
From The Producer
"The first references to vermouth in Gonzalez Byass date back to 1896. The La Copa range is based on these recipes found in the company archives dating back to 1896, with labels inspired by the designs found in the company’s historic archives.
The details are a closely guarded secret, but botanicals including wormwood, savory, clove, orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, angelic root and cinchona bark. They are carefully blended with fino, oloroso and Pedro Ximinez wines for a perfect bitter-sweet, aromatic balance. Delicious as a long drink with tonic or neat over ice."
La Copa Blanco White Vermouth
$29.99
From Jerez, Spain. This is famed Gonzalez Byass' take on White Vermouth, which uses their own dry Fino sherry as the base. 15% ABV. Certified Vegan.
From The Producer
"The González Byass white Vermouth is a delicious combination of dry Fino Sherry with a salty character and a selection of classic botanicals, inspired by an original recipe dating back to 1896, then called “FrenchVermouth”. Finally, concentrated must is added to provide a sweet and seducing balance."
Hacker Pschorr Munich Gold Tall Can
$3.99
Hacker-Pschorr Edelhell Munchner, one of Munich's proud old names does it according to the old Bavarian purity law. Edelhell means "noble light" but that refers strictly to the colour, not the alcohol level, which is a sensible 5.5 percent. Fresh, bracing, and decidedly Bavarian-style flavours hit the palate. Serve it cool rather than cold, and match it with a platterful of weisswurst and a scoop of sauerkraut.
Aultmore 18 Year
$179.99
Bottled at 46% after maturing in Bourbon and Refill Sherry Casks.
Producer Tasting Note
"Brilliant pale gold; a complex nose, with caramel, fruity, buttery and Sherry-like notes contributed by lengthy barrel ageing; on the palate, the spirit is sweet and smooth, with ripe tree-fruit and honey lingering on a long finish."
About Aultmore Distillery - From the Producer
"Aultmore distillery was founded in 1897 by Alexander Edward, one of Scotland’s best-known distillers, during the peak of the late-Victorian whisky boom. Supplied to the big blending houses of the day, AULTMORE single malt's popularity with them gave rise to the distillery's success, having drawn great admiration for the smoothness of its spirit. In fact, its qualities are so fine and well-balanced that it was soon one of just a few single malts rated ‘Top Class’ by industry experts."
Tilquin Pinot Gris
$19.99
Protos Ribera Gran Reserva
$94.99
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The oldest vines, averaging 60 years of age, are the source for the flagship red, spending 24 months in French (80%) and American oak barrels, and another three years in bottle prior to release. It's a complex mix of exotic spice, dark red berries and vanilla with ripe, well-integrated tannins. Lamb and game meats come to mind and decanting is recommended. It is capable of another decade or so of age.
Protos Ribera Crianza 375ml
$19.99
This 375 mL size is the perfect for sharing a glass each with tapas or for easy gift-giving in a basket of goodies or to accompany a charcuterie board. Bodegas Protos, from the Greek meaning "first", is named after the completion of the first large, modern wine cellar in the region of Comarca. Made from 100% Tempranillo, this charming red is full and concentrated on the nose with ripe berry and a touch of oak flavors on the palate. A great wine to serve with tapas!
Deschutes Chasin Freshies IPA 6 pack
$19.89
Pusser`s Gunpowder Proof Rum 54.5%
$40.99
Pusser's Navy Rumm bottled at 54.5%.
From The Producer
"Pusser’s ‘Gunpowder Proof’ is a traditional Royal Navy style rum produced at original Admiralty strength and in accordance with the Admiralty’s blending recipe last used when the Royal Navy discontinued its daily ration on 31 July 1970.
Gunpowder Proof: Prior to the invention of the hydrometer, the Royal Navy ship’s “Pusser” shutdown claims of watering down sailors’ daily tots by dousing a bit of gunpowder in the rum and attempting to light. If the mixture ignited, the rum was “at proof.” If it didn’t, the Pusser might find himself tossed to sea.
Pusser’s Rum is the only rum blended in exact accordance with the Royal Navy specifications last used when it discontinued its daily ration on July 31, 1970—ending a tradition that lasted over 300 years. Aged for a minimum of three years, this Admiralty rum blend is rich and full-bodied, with an unsurpassed smoothness due to its wooden “pot stilled” lineage."