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Absinthe, Pastis, Anisette

MARIE BRIZARD BORDEAUX, FRANCE Marie Brizard Anisette #30133082 / 750ml

CORSAIR DISTILLERY KENTUCKY, TENNESSEE Corsair Absinthe Red Superieure, Domestic #30109685 / 750ml Traditional spirit, with a modern twist—a unique interpretation, combining a traditional absinthe recipe and ‘fine-tuning’ it with unconventional ingredients like citrus, tarragon and red Hibiscus flowers. Corsair Red is a distinctive expression that will also add a unique element to both classic and modern cocktails. Gold Medal 2011 Int’l Review of Spirits Awards “Craft Distillery of the Year” Whisky Magazine; LA MUSE ARTEZ, FRANCE La Muse Verte French Absinthe Traditionelle #30132338 / 750ml Estate-grown, freshly cut organic Grande Absinthe (wormwood) is infused in alcohol minutes after harvest. Star anise, lemon balm, sage, fennel, hyssop and other botanicals are separately infused and added to the Grande Absinthe infusion for the final blend. LaMuse Verte is bottled without sugar, synthetic anise, preservatives or artificial color and is the only absinthe made with totally fresh cut organic absinthe leaves. The black bottle protects this all natural absinthe. “It’s one of the rare absinthe on the market with a historical alcohol content of 68%.” 97pts Extraordinary 2013 Ultimate Spirits Challenge. LEOPOLD BROTHERS DENVER, COLORADO Leopold Brothers is an award-winning, small-batch distillery in Denver, where Todd and Scott Leopold are bringing oldworld methods to craft spirits with rich, complex results. Leopold Brothers hand-crafts artisanal products from their state of the art, fully sustainable eco-distillery. Leopold Brothers American Absinthe Verte #30132399 / 750ml Created following the traditions of 19th Century European master distillers, this is a clean, straightforwardand refreshing absinthe: pale straw yellow-green liquid with a wallop of licorice aroma and flavor and medium body. Adding ice water coaxes out more complex lime and cinnamon scents, as well as lemon, orange and anise notes on the finish. “Excellent Absinthe” Wormwood Society Silver Medal International Wine & Spirits Competition

Best seller of the Marie Brizard line. An exclusive recipe handed down from generation to generation uses green anise from the high plains of the Mediterranean and more than 10 other plants, fruits and spices, to create a blend of natural aromas and flavors of the South and the Orient. 93pts “Best Buy” “Top 50 Spirits 2014”, Wine Enthusiast 91pts The Tasting Panel 5 Stars Highest Recommendation Spirit Journal PAOLUCCI ITALY Produced since 1873 by Italy’s Paolucci family according to traditional methods. Whether you prefer traditional clear or the Black Sambuca, Paolucci Sambuca will satisfy the most sophisticated palate. Paolucci Sambuca White Liqueur #30133095 / 750ml This clear Sambuca is made from the essential oils of star anise and elderberry, with an appropriate sweetness. “Best Buy” Wine Enthusiast Paolucci Sambuca Black Liqueur #30133093 / 750ml This family recipe is distilled from a unique blend of ingredients including anise, elderberries, elderflower and sugar. A deliciously smooth finish with intense flavors. Paolucci Black Sambuca uses the essential oils of licorice and Witch Elder Bush to impart its rich flavor, but with a drier finish. ST. GEORGE SPIRITS CALIFORNIA St. George Spirits American Absinthe Verte #30134388 / 200ML / 750ml Developed over many years of experimenting with botanicals and distillation techniques by Master Distiller Lance Winters. Grape based spirits infused with 14 different botanicals including Wormwood, Star Anise & Fennel. 120 Proof. The first 1,800 bottles sold out in 6 hours! Made with only the highest quality natural ingredients, this is a striking expression of absinthe. “St. George Absinthe is arguably the best absinthe going today...”, DrinkHacker.com Highly Recommended “Well done. ...handmade in small batches and it shows.

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