George Dickel No. 12 Tennessee Whiskey
$31.50
The No. 12 is a high corn mash (84% corn, 8% rye, and 8% barley) Bourbon/Tennessee Whiskey produced by the Cascade Hollow Distillery of Cascade Hollow, Tennessee. The distillery was formerly named the George Dickel Distillery until it was changed in 2018.
Being a Tennessee Whiskey, George Dickel is put through the Lincoln County Process, where the new make spirit is filtered through sugar maple, charcoal before being put into barrels. Apparently, the Cascade Hollow distillery goes a step beyond just using this as a filtration/mellowing method and actually lets the new make steep for a period of time in the charcoal before running it through.
The George Dickel brand and Cascade Hollow Distillery are owned by Diageo, which is the largest spirits maker in the world, also owns the Bulleit and IW Harper brands of Bourbon, to name a few. Even the company would likely admit they are currently playing catchup in American Whiskey right now though, as it’s only Bourbon Distillery just recently started operations.
Jura 10 Year
$68.99
"Aged in ex-Bourbon casks for 10 years. Some say it tastes of oak with hints of honey, caramel and soft liquorice, but then again everyone is different," according to the Jura team. 40%
Producer Description
"A whisky only Jura could make, born of our island and still produced today in a bottle originally shaped to withstand the roughest of journeys from our home. Crafted in exceptionally tall stills and matured for 10 years in America White Oak ex-bourbon barrels. The finishing touch is a finish in the finest aged Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez, Spain. A sweet, smooth whisky with flavours of rich dark chocolate and vanilla cream throughout."
Double Cross Vodka
$59.99
From Slovakia, this fabulous vodka is inspired by the ancient double cross found on the Slovak coat of arms. It is distilled seven times, using a combination of ancient and modern methods. Anthony Dias Blue, in Tasting Panel Magazine, describes it as "outstanding, smooth, lush and dry. Very clean flavors." And we agree!
Tullibardine Sovereign
$66.99
The Tullibardine Sovereign is bottled at 43% from 1st Fill Bourbon casks. Tullibardine Distillery was the first new distillery to open after WWII. Located in the town of Blackford, famous for its pure clean water. In 1488, King James IV, then 14, visited the town to purchase some of the best beer in Scotland for his coronation.
Distiller's Tasting Note: "It exhibits barley, pear drops and creamy chocolate notes, which develop on the palate with a lingering finish."
Black Hills Viognier
$34.99
The beautiful Black Hills Estate winery has been a favourite of Canadian wine lovers since it was established in 1996. Their well-priced Viognier is possibly their most well-known white wine, and is a showcase of what this white grape is capable of outside its home turf in Condrieu and Rhone, France.
Excellia Tequila Anejo
$121.99
Aged 18 months in Grand Cru Sauternes wine casks and in Cognac barrels, this is a very decadent tequila from the word go!
Crystal Head Vodka Rolling Stone
$84.99
Actor/comedian Dan Aykroyd started Crystal Head Vodka; this is a limited-edition collaboration between the distillery and the Rolling Stones.
Dirty Laundry Pinot Gris
$29.99
Dirty Laundry pays homage to its past while producing fun-loving, yet serious wines. It's a small family-owned Okanagan winery in Summerland, situated high above the original town site on a plateau that enjoys an ideal micro-climate and excellent sun exposure for growing exceptional grapes. Thanks to the vision of the vineyard’s founders, Dirty Laundry Vineyard has some of the oldest vinifera vines in the Okanagan Valley. The winery features a most welcoming and beguiling vine-covered patio that overlooks orchards, vineyards and Okanagan Lake, as well as the historic trestle bridge at Trout Creek Canyon.
The Pinot Gris is a bestseller at the winery, where it tends to sell out quickly each year. With notes of nectarines, freshly mowed grass and pears, this crisp white will pair well with grilled chicken, fish, seafood or turkey.
Excellia Tequila Reposado
$91.99
Matured 9 months in Grand Cru Sauternes wine casks and ex-Cognac barrels this Reposado, or "rested" tequila, has a maturity well beyond its age. Multi-layered and very complex with a long robust finish.