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  1. Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl)
    Big and peaty 10-year-old Islay malt, that delivers on its promise. From the Bruichladdich team
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £52.50 per bottle
  2. Warner's London Dry Gin
    Award-winning gin infused with lavender, angelica root and lemon verbena from the Warner family
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £31.00 per bottle
  3. Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum
    Finest rum, from a historic Barbados estate, aged in heavily charred bourbon barrels
    CountryBarbados
    £41.00 per bottle
  4. Neptune Rum Barbados Gold
    Mult-award-winning, super-premium rum from Barbados – it's beautifully golden and velvety smooth
    CountryBarbados
    £34.95 per bottle
  5. Smooth Ambler Old Scout (70cl)
    American whiskey offering enticing notes of ginger and cinnamon, coffee, tobacco and caramel
    CountryUnited States
    £37.00 per bottle
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  6. Incognito London Dry Gin
    Gold-medal-winning London Dry Gin from colourful artisan distillers, Incognito
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £39.00 per bottle
  7. Coachbuilt Blended Scotch Whisky Blend No. 001
    Smooth, complex whisky blended from Scotland’s five whisky-producing regions, aged in sherry barrels
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £44.95 per bottle
  8. Only 7 left
    Hennessy V.S Carnival Limited Edition (naked stock)
    A Limited Edition bottling of Hennessey’s V.S. – a celebration of Carnival in the Caribbean
    CountryFrance
    £38.00 per bottle
  9. Hennessy VSOP Cognac (naked stock)
    Smooth, rich and warming, the fine VSOP cognac from the 200-year-old house of Hennessey
    CountryFrance
    £50.00 per bottle
  10. Sipsmith Very Berry Gin (70cl)
    A fruity and refreshing, limited-edition gin, guaranteed to delight the tastebuds of all gin lovers
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £29.00 per bottle
  11. Glenfiddich 21-year-old Gran Reserva Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl in gift box
    Powerfully complex, Trophy winning malt from Speyside’s world famous Glenfiddich distillery
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £165.00 per bottle
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  12. Silent Pool Gin (150cl)
    Intricately crafted, Gold-medal gin made from an unique blend of 24 botanicals in beautiful Surrey
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £90.00 per bottle
  13. Glenmorangie A Tale of Ice Cream Limited Edition (70cl in gift box)
    Limited edition single malt from this famous Highland distillery, sweet, indulgent and creamy
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £76.00 per bottle
  14. Kyrö Rye Malt Whisky
    Finnish malt whisky with explosive peppery intensity balanced by notes of sweet vanilla and caramel
    CountryFinland
    £50.00 per bottle
  15. Oxford Rye Whisky 2018 Harvest
    Rye whisky from Oxford made from spirit distilled from heritage grains. Smooth, citrus, herbal tones
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £43.00 per bottle
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  16. Oxford Rye Whisky Easy Ryder
    Rich, mellow Rye whisky from Oxford, made from heritage grains. Smooth, malty caramel tones
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £42.00 per bottle
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  17. Ardbeg An Oa Scotch Whisky (70cl in gift box)
    Double-Gold-winning new addition to Ardbeg’s famously peaty range of premium Islay malts
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £49.00 per bottle
  18. Silent Pool Gin (70cl in gift tin)
    Gold-medal gin made from a unique blend of 24 botanicals presented in a luxury, embossed gold tin
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £45.00 per bottle
  19. Cambridge Distillery Three Seasons Gin (70cl)
    Deliciously fragrant gin inspired by the spring, summer and autumn scents of the English garden
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £90.00 per bottle
  20. Cambridge Distillery Truffle Gin (70cl)
    Unique, bold and indulgent – a luxury gin crafted using white truffle from Piedmont
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £80.00 per bottle
  21. Cambridge Distillery Japanese Gin (70cl)
    A fine, dry, crisp gin with green and lemony yuzu notes, created using delicate Japanese botanicals
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £65.00 per bottle
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    Balvenie 21-year-old Portwood Single Malt Scotch Whisky (70cl)
    Powerful, cask strength, single malt, finished in port pipes for a deep colour and sweet fruit notes
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £224.00 per bottle
  23. Planteray Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple Rum
    £39.95 per bottle
  24. Pickering's Save My Seat Set (4x50ml)
    Assign your guests their seats with these miniature bottles of Pickering’s gin. Let the fun be-gin!
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    £20.00 per bottle
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Spirits FAQs

What are spirits?

The term ‘spirits’ refers to the most powerful alcoholic drinks – usually around 40% ABV.

All alcoholic drinks are made by fermentation – the process of converting the sugar in a liquid to alcohol. For spirits, the alcohol is first produced by fermentation, then distilled (a process of evaporation and condensation), producing a much stronger, purer alcoholic drink.

A classic example of this is whisky. Barley or other grains are mixed with water and fermented to produce a liquid that is much like an un-hopped ale. This liquid (known as ‘wort’) is distilled in traditional copper stills, and the spirit (whisky) is separated off and matured in barrel before bottling. There are many variations on this method – but this is the basic process for producing the fine spirits you know and love.

What are some examples of spirits?

There are actually only a few types of spirits – though within each category, there are many variations. Here are some of the best-known spirit drinks.

  • Whisky (aka whiskey) – This smooth golden spirit comes in many types and variations. The best known is perhaps Scotch whisky, which is made from fermented grain liquor. Malt whiskies, as the name suggests, must be made purely from malted barley. In Ireland and the US, it is usually spelled whiskey. American whiskies are often made from a mix of grains. The most famous (Tennessee whiskey and Bourbon) must contain at least 51% corn.
  • Rum – Ranging from light and golden to black and spicy, rum is a classic spirit traditionally made from sugarcane. Most come from the Caribbean islands, though it can be made anywhere. Rum is often flavoured or spiced and is one of the sweetest spirits.
  • Brandy – A luxurious spirit associated with the finer things in life, brandy is made by distilling fermented grape juice. The most famous examples come from France, and the best, due to long oak-ageing, are wonderfully mellow, smooth, and complex. ·      Gin – This quintessentially English spirit was in fact invented in Holland! The essential ingredient in a G and T, gin is made from a neutral grain spirit, and then flavoured with what are known as botanicals. The most famous of these is juniper – but there are as many variations as there are gin distilleries.     
  • Vodka – Usually seen as a mixer for cocktails, vodka can be a fine sipping spirit, too. It is traditionally made by distilling the liquid made from fermented grains (though potatoes have been used too). It is typically distilled to a very high strength (often 95%), resulting in a very pure tasting spirit.

What are the seven spirit drinks?

Surprisingly, perhaps, there are only seven official categories of drinks classed as spirits. These are:

  • Whisky / whiskey – A grain spirit most commonly made in Scotland, Ireland, and the United States. Whisky is a popular spirit, often drunk solo or with ice (on the rocks) but also found in cocktails such as the Old Fashioned.
  • Rum – A traditional spirit from the Caribbean, made from fermented sugarcane. Rum has long been a staple in cocktails such as the Daquiri and the Mojito – but thanks to an increase in the availability of many premium rums, it is also enjoyed solo. 
  • Brandy – Napoleon’s favourite tipple, and at the top end, one of the finest spirits money can buy. A warming glass of brandy makes the perfect after dinner drink. 
  • Gin – The classic ingredient in a G and T, gin is a clear grain spirit flavoured with herbs and berries known as ‘botanicals.’ A rise in popularity in gin has led to the creation of many craft distilleries, producing both classic London dry gins, and quirky variations such as rhubarb gin.
  • Vodka – Vodka is the purest spirit, and a staple ingredient in many classic cocktails, including the Cosmopolitan, the Vodka Martini, and the White Russian
  • Tequila – Mexico’s most famous spirit is probably best known as the ingredient in the classic 1970s cocktail, Tequila Sunrise. Some brave souls enjoy it neat, with a lick of salt and a squeeze of lemon.
  • Mezcal – This Mexican spirit is very similar to tequila but can be made from any type of agave plant (a succulent similar to cactus). Tequila, on the other hand, must be made from the blue agave plant.

What are examples of liqueurs?

Liqueurs are basically spirits that have been sweetened or flavoured in some way, often reducing the alcohol content in the process.

Common types of liqueur include:

Triple sec – An orange flavoured liqueur that comes originally from France. The most famous example is Cointreau. Triple sec is an essential ingredient in many cocktails, including the Long Island Iced Tea, the Cosmopolitan, and the Margarita.

Cream liqueur – Also known as Irish cream or dairy cream liqueur, cream liqueur is often drunk solo over ice, and also used in cocktails. It is usually made from a flavourful spirit (whiskey in the case of Irish cream) mixed with dairy cream. Cream liqueur cocktails include the White Russian and the Mudslide. It’s also very tasty in an Irish coffee.

Coffee liqueur – Often confused with cream liqueur, coffee liqueur is a sweet syrupy drink combining coffee and neutral spirit. It is an essential ingredient in an Espresso Martini.

What are the four categories of liqueurs?

There are many types of liqueur, but they can be sorted into four main categories according to how they are flavoured:

Fruit liqueurs (including orange triple sec and crème de cassis)

Herbal liqueurs (including ginger liqueur and Chartreuse)

Bean liqueurs (including coffee liqueur and hazelnut liqueur

Cream liqueurs (including Irish cream and dairy cream liqueur)

Is liqueur the same as liquor?

Liqueur and liquor are not the same. Liqueur is a type of flavoured spirit. Liquor, in the US, is another word for spirits. It is also used generally as a term for any flavoured liquid.

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