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CONTENTS

St. George Spirits

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Through The Grapevine

ABSINTHE / ARACK Leopold Bros.

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Massaya

BRANDY – GRAPPA Marolo

Musar, Château St. George Spirits

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Nardini Spirits Poli Distillerie

AGAVE – MEZCAL Don Amado

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Mezcal De Leyendas

Boomsma

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Mina Real

Bulrush

Palenqueros

Hayman Distillers

Peloton La Muerte

Inverroche

Leopold Bros. Pine Barrens

AGAVE – TEQUILA 3 4 5

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St. George Spirits

Artenom Cimarron Fortaleza

Wölffer Estate

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LIQUEUR

Fuenteseca

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Arvero

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Averell Damson Blended Family

AMARI / FERNET / APERITIVO Boomsma

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Boomsma

Cappelletti Cardamaro

Dolin

Gabriel Boudier

Cocchi

Kronan

Leopold Bros.

Leopold Bros.

Nardini

Nardini

Royal Vallet

New Grove Nux Alpina

St. George Spirits

BITTERS / SYRUPS / NON-ALCOHOL 1821 Bitters

Poli Distillerie

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Rothman & Winter

Jack Rudy Cocktail Co

Salers Gentiane

Royal Rose

St. Elizabeth

BRANDY – ARMAGNAC & CALVADOS Coquerel

St. George Spirits

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Taylor’s Ziirbenz

BRANDY – COGNAC Bache-Gabrielsen

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READY TO DRINK Boyd & Blair

Kelt Cognac

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LiV

BRANDY – EAU-DE-VIE Poli Distillerie

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RHUM AGRICOLE / CACHAÇA Pitú

Purkhart

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AUTHENTIC PRODUCTION PROCESS AUTHENTIC PRODUCTION PROCESS

HAND CRAFTED STONE MILLED HAND CRAFTED STONE MILLED

SMALL BRICK OVEN COPPER POT STILL SMALL BRICK OVEN COPPER POT STILL

MAKING TEQUILA THE SAME WAY IT WAS MADE 100 YEARS AGO

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Bly

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Trois Rivières

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Denizen

RUM

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Exposición Panamá-Pacific

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Smith & Cross Ten To One Thomas Tew Van Oosten

VERMOUTH / AROMATIZED WINE Bonal

Byrrh

Caperitif

Cappelletti

Cocchi Comoz

Dolin

Mattei Quady

VODKA

Boyd & Blair

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Cannon Distillery St. George Spirits

WHISKEY – AMERICAN Cyrus Noble

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Hillrock Estate James E. Pepper Leopold Bros. Medley Brothers

Pine Barrens Rough Rider

Wathen’s

WHISKY – JAPANESE KAIYõ Whisky

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WHISKY – SCOTCH & SINGLE MALTS Compass Box

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Glenallachie Isle of Skye Kilchoman

That Boutiquey Whisky Co.

WHISKY – SINGLE BARREL OFFERINGS Single Barrels

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ABSINTHE / ARACK

LEOPOLD BROS. USA, COLORADO, DENVER Leopold Bros. 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 Bros. Absinthe Verte 130PF / 750ml Created following the traditions of 19th Century European master distillers, this is a clean, straightforward, and 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 ST. GEORGE SPIRITS CALIFORNIA Since St. George Spirits was founded in 1982, they’ve grown from a dedicated eau-de-vie distillery into a diverse operation that makes a range of craft spirits. St. George American Absinthe Verte 120PF / 200ML / 750ML Developed, by Master Distiller Lance Winters, after years of experimenting with grape-based spirits infused with 14 different botanicals including Wormwood, Star Anise & Fennel. Made with only the highest quality natural ingredients, The first 1,800 bottles sold out in 6 hours! Highly Recommended “St. George Absinthe is arguably the best absinthe going today...”, DrinkHacker.com. MASSAYA LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY While drawing on the experience of their French partners—Hebrard in Bordeaux and Brunier in Chateauneuf-du-Pape—they are at heart winemakers of Lebanon. Their ancestors and their land are their inspiration. Massaya Arak 100PF / 375ML / 750ML Exceptional! Indigenous Obeidi grapes are fermented for two weeks, then double distilled in traditional Moorish lid copper stills over vine wood embers. On the third distillation, it is macerated with organic green aniseed from the Syrian slopes of Mount Hermon, imparting distinctive aroma and flavor. It is then aged in traditional clay amphorae for two years, lending a subtle color and a notable maturity. Serve with two parts cold water. CHÂTEAU MUSAR LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY Chateau Musar was the first producer in Lebanon to achieve organic certification for its vineyards in 2006. Most are located in the Bekaa Valley, cradled between two mountain ranges running parallel to Lebanon’s Mediterranean coastline. Château Musar L’Arack 106PF / 750ml From the storied Lebanese Château Musar, L’Arack de Musar is made from grape alcohol with an average age of five years. It is unique in that it is distilled four times with the addition of anise seeds during the 4th distillation, followed by one year of aging in terracotta amphorae which contribute to its licorice aromas. The additional distillation results in a very pure, sophisticated, and easy to drink Arack. Smooth, sweet, and clean, it can

The history of absinthe is a cocktail of myth, conjecture and controversy. A turn-of-the-twentieth-century favorite of artists and writers, the spirit was banned in the United States in 1912 because it was believed to be hallucinogenic. Just a few years ago, it once again became legal in America to buy the high-alcohol, anise-flavored liquor. The term “absinthe” comes from Artemisia absinthium, the scientific name for its key ingredient, wormwood. Long before distillers discovered it, the herb was used for medicinal purposes. The production of absinthe is much like that of gin: High proof neutral spirit is infused with a blend of botanicals, including wormwood, and redistilled. Traditionally, the alcohol is infused a second time before bottling to intensify the flavor and create the signature green color. Many modern producers skip this final step and use dyes instead. PEAKRADAR.COM

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DON AMADO MEXICO, OAXACA Eleven generations of continual mezcal distillation with a legendary commitment to craftsmanship and experimentation have culminated in a spirit that is simultaneously complex and approachable. Don Amado is made from earthen-roasted maguey hearts which are, after crushing, fermented together with their piña fibers for a rich maguey character. The mash is then double distilled in small traditional ceramic clay pots. Don Amado Rústico 94PF / 750ml The flagship expression of the Real de Minas Distillery, Don Amado Rústico is made using the historic method of slowly roasting fully mature Espadín maguey hearts on firewood embers before natural fermentation with airborne yeast, followed by a slow double-distillation in ceramic pot stills. The minero clay-pot still is quite prevalent on the nose with aromatics leaning towards ash, crushed walnuts, roasted corn, and savory spices. A bright, citrus Espadín agave palate is well balanced against notes of caramel, butterscotch, and fresh herbs. Don Amado Añejo* 87PF / 750ml A regal take on what many consider to be an essentially rustic distillate, Don Amado Añejo shows amazing complexity beyond simple smoke, and is a great example how barrel flavors can complement rather than mask agave’s wild charms. Don Amado Reposado* 90PF / 750ml An homage to the popular history of Oaxacan clay-pot mezcal aged in brandy barrels, Don Amado Reposado uses exhausted brandy barrels from Pedro Domecq to create a nostalgic flavor of earthen-smoked maguey with the soft caramel and butterscotch notes of American white oak. *Aged varieties are matured in American oak casks previously used for barreling Pedro Domecq brandy. Don Amado Arroqueño 92PF / 750ml Rustic and refined, Don Amado Arroqueño is made from an enormous maguey species that requires 18 years to mature but is cultivatable, so ecologically sustainable while simultaneously wildly exotic and delicious. Bright floral aromatics of caramelized maguey, leather and soft smoke lend structure to ripe, cooked yam fruit flavors. Don Amado Pechuga 92PF / 750ml An autumn ‘harvest bounty’ mezcal, Don Amado Pechuga is a third distillation of our Don Amado Rústico, made with the addition of seasonal fruits, nuts and spices including apricots, wild criollo apples, hard, stubby bananas with clove, cinnamon, raisins, almonds, and walnuts. A treasure of complexity that exhibits rich, bright fruit notes, roasted nuts, dark baking spice, wafting hints of clean smoke, fresh cinnamon, and stone fruits.

MAL DE AMOR MEXICO, OAXACAN Masters of Maguey and Mezcal Mal de Amor we are an Oaxacan, Zapotec company, third generation of mezcal masters who grow agaves and produce mezcals under an artisanal process with strict quality standards, guaranteeing an authentic product, with exquisite flavors and aromas. Ideal to accompany stories of a broken heart. “Not everything is love sick” Mal de Amor Madrecuishe Mezcal 92PF / 750ml This beauty is a massive tropical fruit bomb with smoke enhancing the symphony of exotic flavors dancing around on your tongue. Gold – SF World Spirits Competition ‘23 Mal de Amor Ensamble Cuishe Tobala 92PF / 750ml Cuishe (Karwinski) agave varietal that takes 12 to 15 yrs to mature is cooked, mashed, fermented, and distilled together with Tobala (Potatorum) which takes around 12 yrs to mature to create an ensamble. The Cuishe is bold and very grassy which mixes nicely with the citrus and fruit taste of Tobala. Double Gold – SF World Spirits Competition ‘23 Mal de Amor Ensemble Madrecuishe Coyote 94.8PF / 750ml This agave is the youngest of the Americana agaves distilled, around 12 years which is the same for Madre Cuishe. This expression like all Mal de Amor ensembles is cooked, fermented, mashed, and distilled together then rested in glass for over 2 years. While not overly sweet, you will find lots of strawberries and raspberries mixed with an ashy menthol creating a perfect balance. MEZCAL DE LEYENDAS MEXICO, OAXACA Offering a collection of artisanal mezcales from different states from the Denomination of Origin of Mezcal. Mezcal de Leyendas Cuixe Oaxaca 2018 92PF / 750ML An ultra-premium and incredibly rare mezcal. Harvesting Cuixe agave is extremely difficult and takes 12-15 years to grow to maturity. Since it takes so long to ripen, and harvesting only happens for three months out of the year, production of this mezcal is all the more unique and limited. Mezcal de Leyendas Puebla 96PF / 750ML Sustainable harvested agave from northern valleys of Puebla. This agave potatorum, commonly known as Tobalá is called Cenizo in Puebla. This is the largest field of sustainably cultivated maguey tobalá in Mexico, thanks to the vision of the Alva family. Mezcal de Leyendas San Luis Potosi 84PF / 750ML In this rocky arid land, few agaves grow as well as the salmiana. Known as Verde, this wild agave from the San Luis Potosi central plateau has one of the most unique flavor profiles of any agave.

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MINA REAL MEXICO, OAXACA Mezcal Mina Real is an ecologically sustainable mezcal made with agave slowly cooked in a brick kiln without the consumption of firewood. Mina Real Mezcal Blanco 92PF / 750ML Modern and historical techniques are used, the agave honeys for Mina Real are fermented intact with their crushed agave piña fibers, followed by double distillation in copper alembic stills for earthiness and character. 92pts GOLD “EXCEPTIONAL” BTI ‘13 Mina Real Mezcal Reposado 84PF / 750ML Mina Real Mezcal Reposado is distilled from 100% agave Espadín. Real de Minas Distillery steam-roasts the agave, saving wood and keeping the piñas (hearts) un-charred. It’s twice distilled in ceramic pot stills and ages in used American white oak casks for an undisclosed time. PALENQUEROS MEXICO, OAXACA Palenqueros Mezcal is marketed as Single Palenque mezcal, meaning that it’s produced by a single mezcalero at a single distilling facility. The brand is a collaboration project between Tradición Chagoya, and Velier Italia, an Italian spirits company. Palenqueros Alberto Espadin Madrecuishe 555469 / 750ML / $65.96 Madrecuishe is made by maestro mezcalero Don Alberto “Beto” Ortiz, who is renowned for his beautiful distillation and has become a legend in the area. This mezcal is complex with notes of lemon,

PALOMO MEXICO, SANTIAGO MATATLAN, NOM-O20X The Palomo Mezcal brand is from Del Buen Agave, a collective of producers in the “Mezcal Capital of the World,” Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. They have been working together since 1930, and became an official Cooperative Society in 2006. Mezcal Palomo was launched in 2013 with plans for wider national and international distribution. Palomo Espadin Mezcal 92PF / 1.0L Palomo Espadin is made with agave Espadin that took 9 years to reach maturity. This agave is traditionally cooked in an underground pit oven, milled by horse-drawn tahona, and double distilled in a copper still. Aromas and flavors of smoked agave with touches of citrus on the palate.

PELOTÓN DE LA MUERTE MEXICO, OAXACA Produced by Master Mezcalero Cutberto Santiago in the village of Santiago Matatlán in Oaxaca

Pelotón La Muerte Espadin 94PF / 200ML / 750ML / 1.0L

Pelotón de la Muerte is made from 100% agave Espadín cooked in a pit oven covered with volcanic rocks. The juices from the cooked piñas are pressed using a traditional tahona, then fermented in wooden vats before being double distilled in copper pot stills. Pelotón de la Muerte means “brigade of death” and the label depicts the flag used by insurgents during the Mexican Revolution. Pelotón de la Muerte Criollo 90.2PF / 750ML

mandarin, ginger, lemon, pineapple, and honey. 106PF Palenqueros Baltazar Espadin Sierra Negra 942758 / 750ML / $65.96

Produced from wild agave native to the region of Guerrero, this is an intense mezcal with notes of light smoke. Pelotón de la Muerte Pechuga 100.4PF / 750ML Produced from a field blend of

Sierra Negra is produced by Don Baltazar Cruz Gomez, in San Luis del Rio. He has been producing for years and has been bottled by several exported brands. His signature flavor notes and texture seem to shine in each one. 100PF

wild agaves from Guerrero, this vegan pechuga mezcal delivers smooth flavors of cooked agave, mandarin, oranges, anise, and mint.

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AGAVE TEQUILA

ARTENOM MEXICO, JALISCO Tequila ArteNOM presents aficionados with the personal selections of world-class artisan tequila distillers. These limited release Selecciones celebrate the best of tequila craftsmanship by highlighting the agave cultivation altitude, soil and masterful distillation techniques of different tequila-producing regions. We invite you to savor these personal distillers’ selections and celebrate their particular

art of distinction, the Art of their NOM. No two ArteNOM selecciones will ever be the same

ArteNOM 1123 Tequila Blanco Historico 375ml / 750ml / 86PF Produced in El Arenal, Jalisco at the renowned Destilería Cascahuín from lower-brix valley agave. The distillate is then barrel-conditioned for 21-28 days in brandy casks that previously held Oaxacan mezcal.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1146 Tequila Añejo Bar 375ml / 750ml / 82PF From agave grown at 4,620’ elevation, this Añejo was aged for nearly three years in Loire Valley French oak before finishing for a final fourth year in used Tennessee rye casks.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1414 Tequila Reposado 375ml / 750ml / 82PF One of the most terroir-driven flavors in the business, agave grown at 5,400’ elevation and fermented using field-derived yeast.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1579 Tequila Blanco 375ml / 750ml / 81.4PF Using tequila’s highest altitude agave from 6,079’, Felipe Camarena crafts this bright, aromatic tequila from stressed hillside agave, slowly roasted in brick ovens, macerated intact with fiber for a pronounced flavor, and distilled with rainwater.

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CIMARRÓN MEXICO, JALISCO Cimarrón Tequila from Jalisco is distilled from hillside agave grown at 4,620’ elevation, where plant sugars reach an average of 24-26° Brix. A low-pressure, slow agave roast creates Cimarrón’s bright, forward flavor, and fermentation is entirely natural. Cimarrón Tequila Blanco 80PF / 375ML Flask 24 pk / 750ML / 1.0L Cimarrón Blanco is a highland pure-agave tequila distilled for a dry profile to allow greater control of cocktail sweetness. This is 100% non-diffused, zero additive tequila made from all fully mature agave. Perfect for cocktails, but delicious on its own. Cimarrón Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML / 1.0L Cimarrón Reposado is aged in historic tonneles and is colored in the historic tradition of using true anjeo tequila rather than adding coloring and flavor agents.

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The spectacular mark is presented in limited-edition crystal decanters designed, signed, and numbered by the iconic Mexico City artist, Alonso Gonzalez Jr.

3 4 5 Tequila 87PF / 750ml

This extraordinary bottling by architect, distiller and master blender Enrique Fonseca is a mélange of

30% three year, 40% four year, and 30% five-year Extra Añejo tequilas aged exclusively in French oak. This is the pinnacle of highland super premium tequila.

AUTHENTIC PRODUCTION PROCESS AUTHENTIC PRODUCTION PROCESS

Sold in handmade crystal decanters created by artist Alonso Gonzalez Jr. Only 1000 of these bottles were made.

HAND CRAFTED STONE MILLED HAND CRAFTED STONE MILLED

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FORTALEZA MEXICO, JALISCO Hand-crafted, stone-milled tequila by fifth generation Sauza family using traditional techniques, all echoing their unique heritage, authentic production process and artisan methodologies. The agaves for Fortaleza are slow roasted in steam driven brick-oven, 100% tahona ground, fermented in open pine tanks, and double distilled in copper Alembic stills. Fortaleza Tequila Añejo 80PF / 750ML 100% Agave Tequila: Aged two to three years in oak barrels and has a beautiful silky-smooth character that does Añejo right: rich, but not cloyingly sweet. Fortaleza Tequila Blanco 80PF / 750ML 100% Agave Tequila: The Fortaleza line-up is fantastic, but the Blanco shows the purity of the spirit with tons of depth. Vegetative, roasted herbs, spice, orange peel and coriander shows this is a sipper to enjoy. “Best of the Best” Best Lowland Blanco Tequila

Fortaleza Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML

100% Agave Tequila: Aged in barrel for up to nine months, no less than six, and is authentic tequila, the kind that would make Sauza’s ancestors proud.

“Best of the Best” Best Lowland Reposado Tequila Fortaleza Tequila Still Strength Blanco 92PF / 750ML

Aromas of fruit, baked fully-ripened agave, green olive, and earth are invitingly present. Brighter and more rustic than the regular blanco, the accents of butter, olive, earth, black pepper, and vegetal qualities in the flavor are enhanced because it comes straight from the small copper pot still, without adding water prior to bottling. For years, the only way to sample this was to visit the distillery in Jalisco.

MAKING TEQUILA THE SAME WAY IT WAS MADE 100 YEARS AGO

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G4 MEXICO, JALISCO Distilled by Master Tequilero Felipe Camarena at his innovative El Pandillo Distillery. G4=Fourth-generation tequila producers. Located in the village of Jesus Maria, roughly 7000’ elevation, in the Los Altos region of Jalisco. 100% estate grown Blue Weber agaves, grown for 6-8 years in mineral-rich, red clay soil fields adjacent to his distillery. This agave is roasted for 22-hours in masonry ovens, split by an axe, then slowly crushed by “Felipestein”, his mechanical tahona roller custom built by Felipe from recycled parts, slowly fermented over 5 days to develop flavor complexity, and then distilled twice in copper pot stills. G4 Añejo Tequila 80PF / 750ML Aged for at least 18 months in American Oak bourbon barrels, the G4 Añejo adds a smooth character. Vanilla and agave notes are present in both the aroma and taste. Slight pepper, soft floral tones as well as smoky highlights. FUENTESECA MEXICO, JALISCO The Fuenteseca Reserva Extra Añejo Tequilas include the oldest bottled tequilas in the history of the tequila business. They exemplify barrel aging mastery by using assorted wood types, storage conditions, altitudes, and micro-climates to mature nuanced spirits. These historical selections are made available to us by Enrique Fonseca, who began storing these legendary distillates twenty-five years ago and now periodically releases them when determined to be optimal. The Fuenteseca Tequilas are also the first commercially available tequila products authorized by the CRT to carry both an agave harvest vintage Enrique Fonseca distilled this expression in early Spring of 2010, with three-quarters of the bottling made in a double-copper column still with removed plates to achieve a lower distillation proof, and the remaining quarter made in an alembic pot still. Half of the run was then stored in American white oak previously used to age California red wine, and the remaining half barreled. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 8yr 86PF / 750ml Master Distiller Enrique Fonseca distilled this selection in late Spring of 2008, with three-quarters of the expression made in a double-copper column still with plates removed to achieve a lower distillation proof, and the remaining quarter made in an alembic pot still. One-quarter of the distillate was then laid in American white oak previously used to age California red wine, and three-quarters was aged in used dark French Oak. The casks were stored for the full 8 years in a damp-climate cellar used in the early 1900s as a water cistern, to slowly settle the spirit in a colder environment with reduced wood interaction. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 11yr 83.4PF / 750ml Distilled in late winter of 2006 with two-thirds of the expression made in a double-copper column still with plates removed to achieve a lower distillation proof and the remaining third made in an alembic pot still. date as well as a barrel aging statement. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 7yr 84PF / 750ml

One third of this lot was then laid into in American white oak previously used to age California red wine, and the remaining two-thirds was barreled in used dark French Oak. The casks were then rested for the full 11 years at 3,800’ elevation in a cool-climate subterranean barrel room, with the upper-most portion of the room opened to allow for soft air circulation in order to create a drier aging environment. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 15yr 86PF / 750ml The highland agave used in this lot were harvested in Atotonilco in the Spring of 1998. The distillate was aged 15 years in a dry, earthen-floor aging room where a delightful faint sweetness was achieved by aging nearly all in American white oak, with only 3% laid into French Oak. 75% of the white oak casks previously held Bourbon and the remaining 25% were California red wine casks and one Chardonnay cask. Fuenteseca Reserva Añjeo 18yr 87PF / 750ml Produced in September 1995, 75% of this lot was distilled in copper double-column stills and 25% distilled in copper alembic stills. Aging began in Canadian white oak casks previously used to age rye whiskey and stored at 4,600’ for six years. The tequilas were then blended and re-barreled, with half left to rest in Canadian white oak Rye casks and half moved to European dark oak barrels previously used to age California red wine. The refilled casks were then moved to a cooler, breezier climate, and

left to age for an additional twelve years. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 21yr 87PF / 750ml

This lot was distilled in copper double-column stills from mostly 1984 plantings harvested in late 1993 and laid into barrel in early 1994. The casks were stored 10 years in a dry, earthen-floor room in Atotonilco el Alto, before being moved to a higher, cooler climate on the slope above the highland town, where they remained for 11 more years. Nearly all of the barrels were previously used for aging California white wine, with one barrel having been used for aging Canadian rye whiskey.

G4 Blanco Tequila 80PF / 750ML

Nice minerality and forward aroma from rainwater distillation. Silky texture with slight heat. True agave, spicy, peppery, smooth and delicious with buttery notes and smoky elements. Complex, but pleasant sipping. G4 Extra Añejo Tequila 80PF / 750ML Aged for at least 3 years in American Oak bourbon barrels, the G4 Extra Añejo tastes provides soft notes of the blanco. Remarkably smooth, soft oakiness with leading vanilla aroma, citrus notes, hints of floral, dark berries and pure agave flavor. G4 Reposado Tequila 80PF / 750ML Aged for at least 6 months in American Oak bourbon barrels, the “rested” tequila – G4 Reposado builds on the character of the blanco but adds to the aroma hints of peach and licorice, with a small hint of grapefruit and lighter pepper in the tasting.

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PURASANGRE MEXICO Spanish for “Thoroughbred,” Tequila Purasangre is highly regarded in Mexico for its mature-agave flavor and highland Atotonilco El Alto pedigree. Native highlander and master distiller Enrique Fonseca employees unique technique by distilling first in stainless steel alembic pot stills followed by a second distillation in copper pots. The tequila is both rich and balanced, with a distinctive agave flavor inherent of Atotonilco’s 5,200’ elevation. In keeping with Casa Xalixco’s house preference, they are barreled in French oak casks. Purasangre Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML Aged 10 months in French Oak. Clean aromas of cooked agave and walnut notes. Balanced, soft palate with hints of raisins, plums, and tobacco. Purasangre Tequila Anejo 80PF / 750ML Aged 2 years in Oak. Elegant and intense on the palate with notes of almond, vanilla, and coffee. 94pts “GOLD MEDAL “EXCEPTIONAL” BTI ‘13

PRIMO MEXICO, OAXACA Felipe J. Camarena, renowned Tequila Master, invited the great-great-grandson of Pedro Camarena Ramírez to reconnect his tequila origins and create

his own tequila... thus Tequila Primo 1861 was born. The name Primo comes from the etymology “first, original, first in order of time”, from Latin primus “first, the first, first part,” figuratively “chief, principal; excellent, distinguished, noble”. Primo 1861 Blanco Tequila 86PF / 750ML

From the famous El Pandillo Distillery & Felipe Camarena. Their first open air fermentation in wood and stainless vats with 100% spring water from the ranch Green apple, freshly cut grass, fresh dried earth on the nose silky, oily, tastes of agave,

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melon & spices.

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AMARO DELL’ETNA ITALY Amaro dell’Etna has its roots on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, where more than 26 herbs and aromatic plants used to craft this spectacular digestif grow. The 100% natural special recipe embodies the volcanic nature of Sicilian soil and, even after more than one hundred years, still conveys its traditional, authentic taste. AMARO DELL’ETNA 58PF / 100ML / 750ML / 1L Amaro dell’Etna’s flavor profile is well-balanced, exhibiting bitter citrus and orange peel, as well as bittersweet rhubarb and licorice. 95pts Gold Tastings.com BOOMSMA HOLLAND, FRIESLAND Still an independent fifth generations family-owned business, thereby ensuring that old traditions are cherished, and new ambitions fulfilled. Boomsma Beerenburger 60PF / 750ML First produced about 125 years ago. An 11-herb tincture similar to Cloosterbitter but the botanicals are different. Full-bodied herbal bitter made by adding herbs to genever with notes of coriander, licorice, gentian, juniper berry and laurel. Has a smooth, yet bitter, finish. It is bracing neat, chilled and on the rocks—also a perfect bitter component in a whiskey-based cocktail. Producer Giovanni Bosca uses estate wine as the base for his Amari. After infusing the wine and other botanicals with cardoon and Blessed Thistle, the distillate rests in new oak for at least six months. 34 proof, low for typical Amari, and less bitter than many with a smooth, nutty, candied winter spice quality to it. Cardamaro is one of the most unique and interesting Amari available. An absolutely fantastic price for a high quality, delicious Amari and a perfect gateway into the world of Italian bitters. 34PF 91pts Best Buy Wine Enthusiast COCCHI TORINO, ITALY Since 1978, Giulio Cocchi is owned and operated by the Bava Family. The winery still maintains its artisan character and follows the original recipes, formulated by Giulio Cocchi in 1891, to craft distinctive wines that have made Cocchi a cult name. Cocchi Dopo Teatro 400155 / 500ml / $19.33 Translated as, “After the Theater,”.. this vermouth Amaro has been created according to the original recipe by Giulio Cocchi where Artemisia was enriched with rhubarb, quassia wood, chiretta and a double infusion of cinchona. The addition of Barolo Chinato to the base wine gives delicately red nuances and a further soft and complex note – totally Cocchi style. 32PF 95pts Excellent Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016 CARDAMARO ITALY Cardamaro is a longstanding product of what is today a 4th generation winemaker in Canelli d’Asti. Cardamaro Vino Amaro 677448 / 750ml / $21.99

CAPPELLETTI ITALY, TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE The production of a rabarbaro liqueur by the amari and aperitivi producer Cappelletti dates back almost a century. Cappelletti Alta Verde Amaro 821852 / 750ML / $16.99 Amaro Alta Verde’s hallmark flavor was common long ago throughout the Adriatic. The principal ingredient is assenzio, a variety of wormwood. A blend of alpine herbs, citrus and spice frame and lighten the classic bitter profile. Enjoy with citrus and tonic or soda, or over ice with a big squeeze of lemon. In cocktails, it balances sweeter drinks. 48PF Cappelletti Amaro Sfumato Rabarbaro 115097 / 750ML / $17.33 Sfumato derives from the Italian word for smoke “fumo”.This speaks directly to the profile of this amaro which marries a dark smokiness with nuanced bitter woodsiness from herbs and notes of sweet berries. The main ingredient is a special Chinese Rhubarb for generations grown in Trentino Alto Adige. 40PF 92pts Wine Enthusiast Cappelletti Elisir Novasalus Vino Amaro 937677 / 750ML / $19.99 Perhaps the most earnest of digestivi, Elisir Novasalus is revered in Alto Adige and regions beyond. Made by an Erboristeria (master of botanicals) and trader in wines, it combines in a six-month process the plants from the surrounding high alps (Alto Adige) with a dry Marsala and a unique tree sap of Sicily. The resulting amaro is bold, bitter and exceptionally complex, with layers upon layers of flavor. Famously comforting after a large meal. While not traditionally mixed, it is nicely followed by a small glass of sparkling wine. Unrivalled in its palate effect, it makes for a perfect finish to a meal. 32PF Cappelletti Pasubio Vino Amaro 581643 / 750ML / $18.33 Pasubio was one of the first amaro recipes created by Guiseppe Cappelletti at the beginning of the 20th century. It is an ode to the mountain range just south of Rovereto. Flavors of pine, blueberry, smoke and alpine plants give a true expression of place. The deep favors and lush texture are also the result of its preparation on a rich wine base. 34PF Cappelletti Vino Aperitivo 180972 / 750ML / $15.99 An artisanal wine-based aperitif made by the same family for over four generations. Made from mostly Trebbiano, the nose is round and very full, captivating with a hint of bitterness and herbs. The texture on the palate is generous, providing a slight bitterness from notes of citrus peel. 34PF

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LEOPOLD BROS. DENVER, COLORADO Home to eight stills in five different styles, made by some of the finest craftsmen in the world. They are the first distillery in the world in over fifty years to run distillations of a Three Chamber Still, a truly rare and unique piece of engineering and art. Leopold Bros. “Fernet Leopold” Highland Amaro 396193 / 750ML / $30.00 The Leopold brothers are at it again—this time with a fantastic new Fernet Amaro. This thing is loaded with spearmint and packs a lovely bitter finish. The nose is complex, with layers of mint, cocoa nib, lavender, vanilla, and a hint of smoke. A palate of ginger, hops, bergamot, rose, smoke, and mint make this cult Amaro worth diving into. 80PF Gold Medal 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition The brothers went back to the drawing board to created an all-natural version of the bitter aperitivo that uses real cochineal for color and brings a bolder, bitter flavor. Sweet and bitter, with a citrus overlay, more earthy and floral than other aperitivos. It mixes like a DREAM! 48PF Gold Medal 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition NARDINI VENETO, ITALY Spicy harmonies. Enjoying a moment in company, for an aperitif or after a meal; a truly pleasurable addition to the evening. Aperitifs and bitters made from naturally blended spices, herbs and citrus fruits to amaze you with their bold, harmoniously balanced flavor. Nardini Amaro 725225 / 1.0L / $30.67 An infusion of alcohol, bitter orange, peppermint and the roots of the alpine yellow gentian. Amaro Nardini is a smooth digestive liqueur with a distinct licorice aftertaste. It has a well-balanced, herbal and fruity taste, with an intense chocolate brown color. Amaro can be served straight up, chilled or on the rocks. 62PF 92pts 2016 Wine Enthusiast Leopold Bros. Aperitivo 323455 / 750ML / $30.00

ROYAL VALLET MEXICO, MEXICO CITY Henri Vallet crafted these classic bitters in the 1860s, when he emigrated to Mexico from France during colonization. He remained in his adopted homeland and by the 1880s had established local prominence as a skilled distiller. Vallet Amargo Angostura Vallet 30201859 / 750ML / $24.44 A bitter liqueur made from Angostura bark and a maceration of cherry fruits, cloves and other roots and spices. Herbal notes of bittersweet dark chocolate and citrus rind balance an earthly richness to create this delightful elixir. 90PF Vallet Fernet Vallet 30201875 / 750ML / $22.90 Made from a maceration of aromatic plants, roots and spices including cinnamon, clove, quassia wood, gentian root and cardamom. An intensely herbal, woodsy digestif. 70PF Vallet Granada Vallet Bitter Liqueur 663160 / 750ML / $26.23 Pomegranate tartness with hints of cinnamon and fennel is balanced by woody gentian root, wormwood and cinchona bark, with citrus notes of orange and kaffir lime. Oaxacan cochineal delivers its beautiful color. 64PF ST. GEORGE SPIRITS CALIFORNIA America’s original craft distillery. Proudly independent. Passionate about innovation. Committed to craft. Over nearly four decades at the vanguard of the American craft spirits revolution, they have been distilling exceptional artisanal spirits with integrity. St. George “Bruto Americano” Aperitivo Bitter Liqueur 414842/ 750ml / $23.99 Ready for a bigger, better, bitterer bar? Say hello to Bruto Americano! With a bracing dose of bitterness, a bright pop of citrus, and intriguing sylvan notes, Bruto is a bitter aperitivo liqueur that makes us as proud as it does thirsty. Bruto comes from a variety of herbs, roots, and other botanicals and includes gentian root; California-grown Seville orange; balsam fir and Cascara sagrada from the California buckthorn. Bright, citrusy, bitter hints of fruit and light sweetness. St. George produces a particularly amazing interpretation of this style. For back bars and cocktail programs—the world is wide here. “Your Negronis and Spritzes just got more interesting” – Drink Me; Featured in Tales of the Cocktail. 48PF America’s answer to Campari. – Spirit Journal “2016 Year’s Best” –Wine & Spirits Magazine

BITTERS Dating back to the ancient Egyptians who are believed to have infused medicinal herbs in jars of wine, modern-day bitters—broadly split into two categories—are produced by infusing a neutral spirit with a wide variety of aromatic and healthful herbs, fruits, roots, bark and spices.

COCKTAIL BITTERS are usually quite astringent, so small drops and dashes are added sparingly to flavor mixed drinks like the Negroni, Sazerac and Old Fashioned.

DIGESTIVE BITTERS, on the other hand, have a far milder flavor profile and are usually consumed neat or on the rocks at the end of a meal to help with digestion and combat nausea or heartburn.

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BITTERS / SYRUPS / NON-ALCOHOL

JACK RUDY COCKTAIL CO SO. CAROLINA Handcrafted in the South, Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. was created to preserve and revive the heritage of crafted cocktails. Using quality ingredients Jack Rudy Cocktail Co. improves upon

ROYAL ROSE USA, MAINE Hand-Crafted Small-Batch All-Natural Flavoring Syrups

“Real Flavor from Real People” Royal Rose handcrafts all organic and natural simple syrups in small batches, about 30

tradition and appeals to a modern market. Jack Rudy Aromatic Bitters (12Pk) 60ML / Non-Alc

gallons at a time, using filtered water and 100 percent organic and fair-trade sugar. There are no artificial colors or preservatives, and the founders do it all – from grinding and toasting the whole spices to juicing and zesting lemons to steeping flowers for aroma and flavor. All certified USDA organic by MOFGA Recommended F. Paul Pacult’s Spirit Journal Royal Rose Cardamom-Clove Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc Spicy notes of cardamom and clove warm the soul. Royal Rose Ginger-Lime 8oz / Non-Alc Spicy ginger, tangy and tart lime juice and zest. Royal Rose Hot Ginger-Lime Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc The sharp heat of jalapeños adds a new dimension to tangy, earthy & spicy ginger and limes. Royal Rose Lavender-Lemon Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc Organic lemon juice and zest complement the lavender’s floral-herbaceous notes. Royal Rose Natural Demerara Syrup 16oz / Non-Alc Made with organic demerara sugar, this medium-bodied unflavored syrup works in every classic cocktail that calls for simple syrup Royal Rose Orange-Vanilla Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc Sweet and fruity orange juice, fresh orange zest, spicy dried bitter orange peel and organic, fair trade vanilla bean round out this delicious syrup. Royal Rose Raspberry Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc Our organic raspberry syrup hearkens back to pre Prohibition days when raspberry syrup was a bar staple. Royal Rose Rose 8oz / Non-Alc Organic lime juice, and fair-trade organic rose petals make Royal Rose Rose Syrup floral but not overly sweet. Royal Rose Saffron 8oz / Non-Alc Our Saffron Syrup is a brilliant rusty-golden hue. Sweet and spicy cinnamon sings backup. Royal Rose Three Chile Syrup 8oz / Non-Alc Sweet and smoky and dangerously addictive, this spicy syrup is made with fresh poblano and jalapeño peppers and dried ancho chiles.

A standard, approachable, and highly versatile aromatic bitters. This was formulated in collaboration with Cocktail Punk in Boulder, Colorado. With burnt cane sugar syrup as a base, this bitters is built around nuanced notes of citrus, winter spices, and multiple bittering agents. Jack Rudy Margarita Mix 946ML / Non-Alc The first cocktail-specific bottled mixer we’ve produced. It’s been a long time in the making, because we love a classic Margarita, and we worked hard to achieve a bottled mix that replicated the experience of having a fresh, made-to order Margarita Jack Rudy Small Batch Tonic Syrup 473ML / Non-Alc Made using a quinine distillate along with a subtle selection of botanicals and a touch of cane sugar. Light, crisp and refreshing, with a soft backbone of quinine, this elixir is incredibly quaffable and pairs with all manner of gins. Jack Rudy Small Batch Tonic has garnered kudos from editors at GQ, Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Jack Rudy Small Batch Grenadine 473ML / Non-Alc This Grenadine is sweet, tart, bright and highly perfumed. Crafted from pomegranate juice from a small family farm in Madera, CA; this Grenadine is rich and full-flavored up front, and then gives way to a bright, tropical finish that lifts a drinks profile; use it to create new cocktails, or classic drinks like a Ward 8, Jack Rose, El Presidente, or Monkey Gland.. Jack Rudy Elderflower Tonic Syrup 473ML / Non-Alc Made with a combination of quinine and dried elderflower. Subtly floral and enjoyably bitter. Pairs with Classic gins, bourbon and even tequila. Jack Rudy Sweet Tea Syrup 473ML / Non-Alc Our Sweet Tea Syrup is at home with Vodka or Bourbon, tap water or sparkling water. 3/4 ounce goes a long way in upgrading many cocktails. Jack Rudy Tonic Water (Cs 6X4pk 24Btl) 6.0L / Non-Alc Inspired by the bright citrus profile and elegant bitter finish of their Classic Tonic Syrup, Jack Rudy’s Ready-to-Drink Tonic Water is fully carbonated and beautifully balanced. This light, dry Tonic Water is built to compliment the best gins in the world. Each bottle contains 8.4 oz, perfect for two cocktails

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Handcrafted in the US in small batches

Craft cocktails

with intention.

El Presidente In a mixing glass with ice, combine:

11 .75oz aged rum .75oz silver rum .75oz dry vermouth .25oz orange curacao or Grand Marnier .25oz Jack Rudy Grenadine Stir and strain into a chilled cocktail coupe. Garnish with a lemon twist. DRINK LIKE OUR GREAT-GRANDPARENTS MIGHT ONCE HAVE

BITTERS / SYRUPS / NON-ALCOHOL

1821 BITTERS USA, GEORGIA Dedicated to crafting a better cocktail, we handcraft premium cocktail bitters, tinctures, shrubs, syrups, old fashioned tonic, ginger beer, and craft cocktail mix designed to elevate your cocktail! 18 . 21 Apple Cardamom Schrub 16oz / Non-Alc 18.21’s Apple Cardamom Shrub is made with an apple cider vinegar. Great paired with Bourbon, Whiskey or brandy for a fall cocktail, or

18 . 21 Prohibition Aromatic Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc

Classic aromatic bitters with a twist. These bitters are clove heavy on the front end with multiple complex layers. Back notes of vanilla and black currants help round them out to make a great addition to

an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. 18 . 21 Rosemary Sage Syrup 16oz / Non-Alc

with Gin or Vodka in the spring. 18 . 21 Baltimore Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc

18.21’s Rosemary Sage syrup is extremely aromatic and wonderfully herbaceous. It pairs nicely in Bourbon for a Rosemary Old Fashioned and also with botanical gin for a twist on a French 75. This syrup

also makes a fantastic glaze to cook with. 18 . 21 Tart Cherry Saffon Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc

Our Baltimore bitters are an ode to our hometown. Reminiscent of crab boils in the summer and Old Bay seasoning, our Baltimore bitters take celery to the next level. Great for any cocktail calling for

celery bitters and superb in a Bloody Mary. 18 . 21 Barrel Aged Old Fashioned Mix 16oz / Non-Alc

Fragrant and unique, these bitters are surprisingly versatile! Saffron on the nose, which pairs wonderfully with botanical gins and tart cherry that opens up beautifully in Whiskey, Bourbon and Scotch. Try them in a Manhattan, Old Fashioned or for a wist, in a Blood and Sand. Recommended Pairings: Syrups+Shrubs: Rosemary Sakge Syrup, Lemon Basil Syrup, Ginger Beer syrup, Apple Cardamom Shrub, White Jasmine+Grapefruit Shrub and Blood Orange+Ginger Shrub 18 . 21 Tiki Thai Syrup 16oz / Non-Alc Our Tiki Thai syrup is one of a kind. Bold and complex, it starts off with sweet grilled pineapple, aromatics from thai basil and lemongrass are next and it finishes with the heat from thai chilis. A great addition to any tiki drink as well as Tequila and Mezcal. 18 .21 Watermelon Mint Schrub 16oz / Non-Alc This refreshing shrub is made with white vinegar and fresh mint for a crisp, clean finish that pairs wonderfully with light and dark spirits . The watermelon gives just a hint of sweetness that adds balance and acidity for a wonderfully refreshing cocktail. Try it in a julep or mojito or for something fun, add it to a smoky scotch with a splash of soda water and fresh mint! GREENBAR USA, LOS ANGELES Our bitters, a collaboration between Greenbar and bartenders across the U.S., have evolved into an integral part of our portfolio. We make these powerful, refined bitters to add instant aroma, complexity and finish to all manner of cocktails, low-alcohol drinks and desserts. Greenbar Lavender Bitters Add a dash of springtime to your cocktail 100ML / Non-Alc Like a morning garden stroll, Greenbar Lavender bitters bursts with the tastes and smells of Spring in full bloom. Crushed lavender, sage, and chamomile on the nose with baking spices & bitter roots on the nish. Use to add rich layers of aroma and finish to drinks, dessert, and cooking. Greenbar Apple Bitters Add comfort to cocktails in a few dashes. 100ML / Non-Alc Sweet apple and red spices on the nose with baking spices and bitter roots on the nish. Use 1-2 dashes to add rich aroma and finish to drinks, dessert, and cooking.

18.21’s mix makes it easy for anyone to make the perfect Old Fashioned! A blend of 18.21 Coffee, Vanilla and Cocao Syrup and Barrel Aged Havana+Hide (leather+cigar) Bitters, it is rich and earthy with a hint of sweetness. Just add 1/2 oz of the mix with 2 oz of your favorite Bourbon, Whiskey or Scotch. Try it in a bourbon milk punch, espresso martini or white russian. 18.21 Bitters, Blood Orange & Ginger Shrub 16oz / Non-Alc 18.21’s Blood Orange+Ginger Shrub blends multiple vinegars with fresh blood orange and spicy ginger for a complex and balanced shrub that pairs with all spirits. Try switching out your OJ in a This Bourbon+Spice Cocktail mix pairs wonderfully with Bourbon, Whiskey and Scotch. It blends Apples, Cardamom, Ginger, Nutmeg and Citrus for a perfectly balanced craft cocktail. 18 . 21 Earl Grey Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc These tea flavored bitters are excellent. Bergamot forward and incredibly aromatic with multiple layers and notes of vanilla. 18 . 21 Ginger Beer Cans (6-4pk/cs) 8640ml / Non-Alc 18 . 21 Havana & Hide Barrel Aged Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc Havana&Hide Bitters are barrel aged in Charred Oak for a rich, earthy flavor. Flavors of leather and cigar leaf with notes of Sandalwood, Chicory and Clove. These are 18.21’s heaviest bitters and pair perfectly with Whiskey, Scotch and Bourbon. 18.21 Hibiscus Syrup 16oz / Non-Alc 18.21’s Hibiscus syrup is both floral and tart. It pairs wonderfully with Champagne, Rum and Tequila. Its also great in Tiki cocktails! 18 . 21 Japanese Chili & Lime Bitters 4oz / Non-Alc These are 18.21’s spiciest bitters with back notes of citrus. The chilis are spicy and smoky. They pair wonderfully with tequila and mezcal, they add a nice kick to a bloody mary and give a hint of spice to rye whiskey and scotch. mimosa or making a twist on a mule. 18 . 21 Bourbon & Spice Mix 16oz / Non-Alc

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What Exactly Are Bitters?

We have no idea what bitters are. There, we said it. Do you know what bitters are? Bitters are alcoholic spirits that are infused with herbs, roots, fruit and leaves. They typically consist of water and alcohol, which has been steeped with a combination of botanicals. Made with high proof alcohol and strong flavors, bitters are highly concentrated; just a dash or two is necessary in a cocktail, and you’re never supposed to drink them alone. (Potable bitters, or bitters you can drink on their own, like Italian amari, are a distinct category.) The Kitchn explains that bitters use high proof alcohol for “maximum flavor extraction and preservation,” and that for a neutral flavor, vodka and grain alcohol, like Everclear, are best. You can also make bitters using other alcohols, like 101-proof bourbon or 151-proof rum. With so many possible combinations of botanicals and alcohols, the world of bitters is vast and varied. So what’s their point? “BITTERS... the spice rack of the cocktail world” —IRA KOPLOWITZ Ira Koplowitz, co-founder of bitters company Bittercube, told Journal Sentinel. You add a drop or two to a cocktail to balance out flavors and add depth to a drink. — HUFFINGTONPOST.COM

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BRANDY COGNAC

BACHE-GABRIELSEN COGNAC, FRANCE The super-premium cognacs of Bache-Gabrielsen have never been available Stateside – until now. For the first time in its storied 111-year history, this family-owned cognac house is sharing their spirits with us. To mark the occasion, Bache-Gabrielsen has debuted the first of its kind, innovative cognac aged in authentic new American Tennessee Oak barrels. Bache Gabrielsen American Oak Cognac 80PF / 750ML The American Oak is a VS–three years in Limousin oak– and finished in used Tennessee Whiskey barrels for another six months giving it distinctive character. Aromas of ripe apricot, pear, vanilla and lingering flavors of coconut, caramel, and chocolate. Perfect Cognac for the bourbon drinker and incredible in cocktails! 92pts Tasting Panel Bache Gabrielsen Tre Kors VS Cognac 80PF / 750ML Tre Kors is blended from 25% Grande Champagne / Petite Champagne and 75% Fins Bois cognac. Matured in casks for a minimum of two years, creating a deep amber color while maintaining a bouquet marked by fruit and the character of bright Grande Champagne Cognac. 91pts Tasting Panel Bache Gabrielsen XO Cognac - Decanter 80PF / 750ML This XO is a blend of Ugni Blanc and Folle Blanche grapes sourced from the Fins Bois, Petite Champagne, and Grande Champagne regions. The Limousin oak barrels hold spirit from 10-30 years, with an average age of 20 years at bottling. XO Decanter is packaged in a squat decanter and comes in a custom box. Drinks beautifully today and will age gracefully. Bache-Gabrielsen Sérénité Extra Cognac 80PF / 750ML Sérénité is a blend of the finest Grande Champagne eaux de-vie, made with 85% Ugni Blanc and, increasingly rare, 15% Folle Blanche grapes. The oldest cognacs in the blend were aged for 50 years in French Limousin oak barrels. Round and velvety, with a notes of coffee, vanilla, and floral. 93pts Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2017 94pts Tasting Panel Bache-Gabrielsen VSOP Natur & Eleganse Cognac 80PF / 750ML Natur & Eleganse is a range of cognacs from Bache-Gabrielsen’s cellarmaster, Jean-Philippe Bergier that communicate rich fruit and rustic charm in a light, fresh, balanced style. Extreme elegance and a fruity bouquet become focal points on the palate. The VSOP is aged for six years. 95pts Ultimate Spirits Challenge Bache-Gabrielsen XO Natur & Eleganse Cognac 80PF / 750ML The XO is a refined and complex blend of Fin Bois, Petite Champagne and Grande Champagne. Very elegant, showing both freshness and maturity. The XO is aged for 15 years.

KELT OGNAC FRANCE, COGNAC GRANDE CHAMPAGNE Kelt Cognacs are made exclusively with grapes from an exceptional growing area considered to produce the finest cognacs in the world. Le Tour du Monde. Ocean Matured. Until the early 1900s all cognac was shipped in barrels. The long sea-voyages had a profound effect on the quality of cognac. When cognac started to be shipped in bottles the magical effect was lost. Until now. Our cognac, still in Limousin oak barrels, undertakes a 3-month sea voyage around the world. The combination of movement, temperature variations, air pressure changes and the magic of the seas during this 90-day trip, creates a seamless perfection in the blend as well as an unrivalled smoothness, characteristic of KELT. Kelt VSOP Tour du Monde 80PF / 750ML Delicate nose with vanilla, ripe fruit, and hints of hazelnut, with a long lingering finish 96pts The Cognac Life Kelt Commodore Tour du Monde 80PF / 750ML Orange peel & tobacco notes, with jasmine and hints of vanilla, with a silky-smooth finish Kelt XO Tour du Monde 80PF / 750ML Floral honeysuckle notes, with candied apricot and hints of tobacco, with an incredible long finish 97pts The Cognac Life Kelt Cognac Cask Strength 102PF / 750ML The first of its kind! A blend of VSOP (pre ocean maturation) and XO cognacs. Un-Chill-filtered.

What do they mean? In a word: Aging. V.S. (Very Special): AKA “three stars,” The youngest eau-de-vie in the blend must be a minimum 2 years old. V.S.O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale): The youngest eau-de-vie in the blend is at least 4 years old. Napoleon: A favorite of Napoleon, otherwise it just designated a blend that’s at least 6 years old. X.O. (Extra Old): The “extra” here used to mean at least 6 years old, though since April 2018 the new minimum is 10 years old. Hors d’Age (“Of the Ages”): Literally… “it is so old, it’d be impolite to ask.” It’s used to communicate a very high quality product. Vintage: A vintage brandy means that the brandy is a single blend from a single year’s harvest. There is no age limitation. — VINEPAIR.COM VS XO the Brandy Alphabet

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