SMWS 162.2 AN ISLAND SWEETIE SHOP
$149.99
AN ISLAND SWEETIE SHOP
This 4 year old from the Highland Islands came from a new chinkapin oak barrel and has an abv of 61.1%.
Flavour profile: Peated
Distilled on: 15 October 2020
Outturn: 265 bottles
SMWS 11.57 WRITING DESK TRANSPOSITION
$147.99
WRITING DESK TRANSPOSITION
This 9 year old Highlander spent 6 years in an ex-bourbon hogshead before transfer to a heavy toast, medium char new oak hogshead and has an abv of 59.7%.
Flavour profile: Juicy, oak & vanilla
Distilled on: 26 September 2014
Outturn: 288 bottles
SMWS 5.125 IF I WERE A LADY AND YOU WERE
$284.99
IF I WERE A LADY AND YOU WERE A CARPENTER
This 20 year old Lowlander was matured in a 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel and has an abv of 56.1%.
Flavour profile: Juicy, oak & vanilla
Distilled on: 27 January 2003
Outturn: 168 bottles
Mayu Pinot Noir Gran Reserva
$27.99
400 kilometres north of Santiago, Chile, sits the Elqui Valley, effectively a high-altitude desert (the Atacama Desert) in the Coquimbo Region. The vineyards extend from the Pacific Ocean to the Andes, and the arid region relies on the Elqui River for irrigation, which is essential if grapes are to flourish here. At 2000 metres above sea level, it draws a parallel to the vineyards of Mendoza, Argentina, on the other side of the Andes.
The soils are composed mainly of clay, silt and chalk, and the hot, clear days and cool nights offer near-perfect growing conditions. It's also one of the darkest places on earth to stargaze, and as such, it's a World UNESCO Heritage Site, drawing both wine lovers and stargazers alike. Viña Mayu was established in 2005 as a separate winery from the Elqui Valley’s first fine wine producer, which was founded in 1998.
Mauro Olivier was one of the pioneers planting vines for fine wine production, sourcing the grapes from the different parts of the valley. He started working on his family vineyards for table grape production at a young age, and years later, he began working in Pisco production (the national Chilean spirit, made from white wine). In 2000, he planted the first Carménère and Syrah vines in the valley. Five years later, he decided it was time to embark on his own wine project, under the Mayu label. Mayu is an ancient INCA name for the Milky Way, meaning "creek of stars."
Alley Kat Olde Deuteronomy
$6.89
The Alley Kat Olde Deuteronomy 2025 include toffee, dark fruits, citrus, brown sugar, and a balance of piney hops. The beer has a medium, syrupy body, with a malty, chewy texture that can be aged and enjoyed slowly.
Toffee, brown sugar, and dark fruits like dates and pomegranate.
Citrus notes: Orange pith and other citrus flavors are present.
Hop character: A piney hop finish balances the sweetness.
10.3% ABV
Lumette Non-Alc Gin Spritz
$3.19
From the Producer
"Lumette is a line of spirit-inspired botanical blends crafted to elevate your cocktail moments—without the alcohol. Bold, flavourful, and made for mixing.All natural flavours. Premium botanicals."
Revel Chambarine
$19.99
From the Producer;
"A collaboration with our friends, the Grape Witches.
The best ideas, like the best friendships, are often easy.
I've been friends with the Grape Witches for the better part of a decade now, so when they asked to come blend with me, of course I said yes.
Chambarine feels like it encapsulates the pure joy that is hanging with them: the giggle of plump nectarines, the wit of tart apples, and the resilience of a (new-to-us) hybrid grape—Chambourcin."
Iichiko Napoleon Shochu
$49.99
This is a best seller among genuine shochu. Sweet aromas of melon and watermelon are followed by a delicate taste that hints of pear and sweet orchard. The finish is clean and smooth. Defined as the “Napoleon of the Working Class Neighborhood” – for it’s high end quality at a very reasonable price.
Nardini Grappa Bianca
$63.99
This bottle of Nardini Grappa Bianca is exquisitely presented in glass as clear as the Grappa within.
No, this is not written by AI. It took me a long time to come up with this. About as long as it took Nardini to write the tasting note below, at least.
More Not Very Illuminating Information Directly From The Producer's Own Website
"Since 1779 Grappa Nardini is the icon of Grappa in Italy and all around the world.
A symphony of aromas and perfumes born from the expert distillation of pomace from multiple grape varieties using three different distillation methods. It is now guarded in a new bottle, sinuous in its form, made precious by some copper details celebrating the stills and the bicentennial experience of the Nardini Family. Its crystalline colour and characteristic floral and fruity aromas allow you to best enjoy Grappa Bianca Nardini neat or in surprising cocktails."