Collection
Tempranillo
Tempranillo, R. Lopez de Heredia Rioja Vina Tondonia "Reserva", ES, 2012James Suckling 96 Points
Expect a combination of red fruit (cherries, plums), earthy notes (forest floor, tobacco, leather), and spicy notes (clove, vanilla, cedar).
Sparkling
Sparkling "Sprankel", Babylonstoren, ZA, 2018Forks & Corks 2023 Best of Show Sparkling
Made in the traditional Champagne method over four long years, Sprankel eventually arrived in time for the festive season.
Rye
Whiskey Woodford Reserve "Rye", 1LUses a pre-Prohibition style ratio of 53% rye in its mashbill to pay homage to history’s original rye whiskeys, making spice and tobacco the dominant note among a sea of fruit, floral and sweet aromatics, which yields a nice sweetness and overall balance.
Champagne
Champagne "Grande Reserve", Gosset, Aÿ, FR, NV (est. 1584)94pts Decanter
93pts Wine Spectator
92pts Jeb Dunnuck
92pts James Suckling
91pts Wine Enthusiast
Tequila
Tequila, Santo Mezquila, 750mLSanto Mezquila is the world’s first agave blend made from 100% Blue Weber Agave and 100% Espadin Agave. From this holy union comes a taste revelation.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags' Leap Winery, Napa Valley, CA, 2022Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Petite Sirah, 1% Tannat
Gin
Gin “Tom Cat Reserve”, Barr Hill, 750mLTom Cat is aged for six months in American White Oak casks. The barrel imparts whiskey-like notes of oak and spice, into the gin which carries with it a soft honey finish.
Last Chance
Tequila, Don Julio Reposado, 750mLNOM 1449
Aged for eight months in American white-oak barrels, Don Julio® Reposado Tequila is golden amber in color, and offers a rich, smooth finish—the very essence of the perfect barrel-aged tequila.
Mezcal
Mezcal "Anejo", 400 Conejos, MX, 750mLMexico's #1 selling mezcal, 400 Conejos®, carries ancient Mesoamerican traditions in every bottle.
Bordeaux
Château Les Griffons de Pichon Baron, Pauillac, FR, 2022Jeb Dunnuck 94 points
Vinous (VM) 94 points
William Kelley (Robert Parker's Wine Advocate) 90-92 points
Rye
Rye "Single Barrel" Jack Daniels, 750mLNOSE
Spearmint | Red bell pepper | Cedar | Peanut shell
palate
Spearmint | Rye spice | Baking spices | Cinnamon | Black pepper
finish
Cinnamon | Cedar | Rye spice | Dry cigar box | Lingering anise note
Rosé Champagne
Rose De Meunier "Extra Brut", Laherte Freres, Champagne, FR, NVVinous 93 Points
Robert Parker's 90 Points
Chardonnay
Chardonnay "Durell Vineyard", Sojourn Cellars, Sonoma Coast, CA, 201994pts Jeb Dunnuck
94pts Wine Enthusiast
93pts Wine Spectator
92pts James Suckling
Tequila
Tequila, G4 Reposado, MX, 750mLBig fan of G4. The reposado is truly an extension of the blanco. The agave really shines through. G4 has a distinctive flavor for me that I pick up in each expression. It has light notes of oak, peppers, very vegetal and buttery.
Burgundy
Bourgogne "Pinot Fin", Geantet Pansiot, Burgandy, Cote de Nuits, FR, 2022Drink it now or cellar for up to 20 years. No need to decant it but best to open it an hour before service.
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir "Calesa Vineyard", Jax Vineyard, Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County, CA, 2021James Suckling 93Points
Rye
Rye "Bonded" Jack Daniels, 1LWhere the nose is big and lively, the palate starts off soft and gentle before transitioning to flavors of vanilla, green tea, toasted hazelnuts, and dried fruits. There is a touch of herbaceous-ness here, but never feels “piney”. This is still closer to
Other Reds
Malherbe Rouge , Château Malherbe, Cotes De Provence, FR, 2021Pretty notes of spices, liquorice, white pepper, golden & purple. The aromas evolve towards precious woods & an ash side. Fresh & greedy attack. An explosion of violet & spices. Sustained & silky tannins. The presence of mourvèdre brings depth & freshness
Whiskey
Whiskey, "Single Barrel Select" Jack Daniels, 750mlFor me, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel is a reliable and delicious step up from the standard JD expression.
by Phil Dwyer
January 23, 2025
Phil Dwyer is a whisky enthusiast, YouTuber, and manager of The Whisky Shop Manchester, UK.
Tequila
Tequila, Reposado, Patron, 750mlNOM 1492
Aged at least four months for smooth taste with a hint of oak flavor.
COLOR
Light amber tint
AROMA: Oak wood & fresh agave
TASTE: Fresh agave & oak with notes of fruit, citrus & honey
FINISH: Light floral & vanilla
Cordials/Liqueurs
Liqueur, Pernod "Anise", 750mLAnise (licorice), herbs, wormwood, fennel, hyssop and other herbs and spices come together to create this lovely liqueur. Pour over ice and watch the anethols change from clear to cloudy!