Tequila & Spirits Magazine * January/February 2023

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We want to be entertaining and informative but above all useful. Inside this issue, you’ll find a mixture of articles that include Tequila Sunrise cocktail and orange wine, why it’s different from other wines?

Check out some of the top drinks around the world.

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TEQUILA SUNRISE COCKTAIL

The tequila sunrise

is a cocktail made of tequila, orange juice, and grenadine syrup. The drink is served unmixed in a tall glass. The modern drink originates from Sausalito, California, in the early 1970s after an earlier iteration created in the 1930s in Phoenix, Arizona. The cocktail is named for its appearance when served—with gradations of color resembling a sunrise.

The original tequila sunrise contained tequila, creme de cassis, lime juice, and soda water, and was served at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel where it was created by Gene Sulit in the 1930s or 1940s.

The more popular modern version of the cocktail contains tequila, orange juice, and grenadine, and was created by Bobby Lozoff and Billy Rice in the early 1970s while working as young bartenders at the Trident in Sausalito, California north of San Francisco. In 1972, at a private party at the Trident organized by Bill Graham to kick off the Rolling Stones’ 1972 tour in America, Mick Jagger had one of the cocktails, liked it, and he and his entourage started drinking them. They later ordered them all across America, even dubbing the tour itself their “cocaine and tequila sunrise tour”

At the time, the Trident was the largest outlet for tequila in the United States, and in 1973 Jose Cuervo picked up on the new drink as a marketing opportunity and put the recipe for the new drink on the back of their bottles of tequila, and promoted it in other ways.

Later that same year, the Eagles recorded a song called “Tequila Sunrise” for their Desperado album as the drink was soaring in popularity.

In 1988, a successful film titled Tequila Sunrise was released, starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Mel Gibson and Kurt Russell, and directed by Robert Towne.

The tequila sunrise is considered a long drink and is usually served in a collins or highball glass. The International Bartender Association has designated this cocktail as an IBA Official Cocktail.

The drink is mixed by pouring in Tequila, ice, then the juice and, lastly, syrup. The signature look of the drink depends on adding the syrup without mixing with the other ingredients. A spoon may be used to guide the syrup down the glass wall to the bottom of the glass with minimal mixing.

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What’s tequila sunrise made of?

This classic drink has only three ingredients—tequila, grenadine and orange juice—and is served unmixed to preserve the color of each layer.

What do tequila sunrise taste like?

The Tequila Sunrise cocktail has a bright, citrusy taste. The sweetness of grenadine combines with the tang of the orange juice to make a cocktail that’s fresh and fruity.

Is tequila sunrise a well drink?

This fruity well drink is perfect for those who want a cocktail without a strong boozy flavor.

Which tequila is best for tequila sunrise?

Tequila: Silver/Blanco, Reposado, Añejo it all works. 100% agave is best.

What is the difference between a tequila sunrise and a tequila sunset?

Both the tequila sunrise and tequila sunset contain tequila, orange juice and fresh fruit for garnishes. The difference between a sunrise and sunset is that the sunrise uses sweet grenadine to achieve its red hue, while the sunset uses blackberry brandy for a darker ombre effect.

ORANGE WINE

ORANGE WINE

Orange wine, also known as skin-contact white wine, skinfermented white wine, or amber wine, is a type of wine made from white wine grapes where the grape skins are not removed, as in typical white wine production, and stay in contact with the juice for days or even months.

This contrasts with conventional white wine production, which involves crushing the grapes and quickly moving the juice off the skins into the fermentation vessel. The skins contain color pigment, phenols and tannins that would normally be considered undesirable for white wines, while for red wines skin contact and maceration is a vital part of the winemaking process that gives red wine its color, flavor, and texture.

H I S T O R Y

The practice has a long history in winemaking dating back hundreds of years in Slovenia and Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and thousands of years in the Eastern European wine producing country of Georgia.

The practice was repopularized by Italian and Slovenian winemakers, after visiting Georgia and importing qvevris, initially in the cross-border Friuli-Venezia Giulia wine and Gorizia Hills regions, while there is also production in Slovenia, Croatia, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, New Zealand, and California.

Skin-fermented white wines were common in Italy up until the 1950s and 1960s, but fell out of fashion as technically ‘correct’ and fresh white wines came to dominate the market.

ORANGE WINE

The popular term orange wine was coined by a British wine importer, David A. Harvey, in 2004.

This style of wines can also be known by their color references of having an amber or orange tinge that the base white wine receives due to its contact with the coloring pigments of the grape skins.

In Georgia skin-contact white wine is historically known as amber wine.

WINE STYLES

The basic differences of orange wine with the other wine ‘colors’ are based on the color of the grape and the duration of their skin contact.

Red wine is made with red grapes. After the red grapes are crushed, their skins stay in contact for a period of 1 week to 1 month, and the wine gets a red or deep red color. Rosé, at least when rosé wine is the primary product, is produced with the skin contact method, using red grapes. After the grapes are crushed, their skins only stay in contact a few hours before pressing, but in that short period they give the wine the characteristic light pink hue.

White wine is made either with red or white grapes. The grapes are pressed and their skins are removed immediately. Because the grape skins do not “participate” in the fermentation, their color does not matter and the wine acquires a neutral, green to slightly yellow hue. Orange wine is made with white grapes. After they are crushed, their skins stay in contact for 1 month to 6 months, and the wine acquires an amber, orange color.

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MOVIES

COMING S O O N

MEGAN

A robotics engineer at a toy company builds a life-like doll that begins to take on a life of its own. M3GAN is a marvel of artificial intelligence, a lifelike doll that’s programmed to be a child’s greatest companion and a parent’s greatest ally. Designed by Gemma, a brilliant roboticist, M3GAN can listen, watch and learn as it plays the role of friend and teacher, playmate and protector.

Release date: January 6, 2023

PLANE

In the white-knuckle action movie PLANE, pilot Brodie Torrance (Gerard Butler) saves his passengers from a lightning strike by making a risky landing on a wartorn island - only to find that surviving the landing was just the beginning.

Release date: January 13, 2023

THE MUMMY RESURRECTION

When an infamous “cursed” Egyptian sarcophagus falls into the hands of unscrupulous huckster Everett Randolph, he becomes obsessed with resurrecting the mummified princess held within it.

Release date: January 10, 2023

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Even if some people can’t seem to realize his hero name is Ant-Man, not Spider-Man.

Yet when he and daughter Cassie (here played by Kathryn Newton) invent a signaling device that can communicate with the Quantum Realm, things take a much darker, surreal turn.

He, Cassie, partner Hope (Evangeline Lily, back as the Wasp), Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer) and Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) are sucked into the realm, a confusing, chaotic place that serves as a universe beneath our own.

Release date: February 17, 2023

KNOCK AT THE CABIN

While vacationing, a girl and her parents are taken hostage by armed strangers who demand that the family make a choice to avert the apocalypse.

Release date: February 3, 2023

MAGIC MIKE’S LAST DANCE

“Magic” Mike Lane (Channing Tatum) takes to the stage again after a lengthy hiatus, following a business deal that went bust, leaving him broke and taking bartender gigs in Florida.

Release date: February 10, 2023

COCAINE BEAR

An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists, and teens converge in a Georgia forest where a 500-pound black bear goes on a murderous rampage after unintentionally ingesting cocaine.

Release date: February 24, 2023

WEDNESDAY

While attending Nevermore Academy, Wednesday Addams attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a killing spree and solve the mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago.

1899Immigrants on a steamship travelling from London to New York get caught up in a mysterious riddle after finding a second vessel adrift on the open sea.

TULSA KING

New York mafia capo Dwight “The General” Manfredi, is released from prison after 25 years and exiled by his boss to set up shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma; realizing that his mob family may not have his best interests in mind, Dwight slowly builds a crew.

WILLOW

An unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and come together to save their world.

THE ART OF DRINKING

EL ARTE DE TOMAR

By Simon Pinedo

Truth be told, there is no right or wrong way to drink tequila. Everyone drinks it as they wish. However, there are some rituals that have been established in the art of drinking tequila. You are not obliged to follow these customs; drink it as you choose.

Deseo decir que en realidad no existe una sola forma para tomar un tequila, cada quien lo toma como quiere; pero existen algunos rituales o formas que se han establecido para tomar el tequila, igual que como existen formas para tomar un vino, una cerveza, o alguna otra bebida espiritosa; de igual forma, cada bebida tiene su vaso o copa especial para tomarse,

pero que no se está obligado a seguir dichas costumbres, tómalo como quieras, pero aun así te recomiendo algunas las de las formas más conocidas para tomar un tequila.

TEQUILA

Some traditional ways to Drink Tequila

Algunas formas tradicionales para beber tequila

The first way is by using the typical “caballito” (small glass of one to two ounces). The ritual consists of licking the skin between the thumb and the index finger, adding salt to the wet part of your hand, licking the salt, drinking the tequila shot, and immediately sucking on a slice of lemon.

Una primera forma es utilizando el típico caballito (vaso pequeño de una a dos onzas); el ritual consiste en lamer la piel entre el pulgar el dedo índice, colocas un poco de sal en la parte húmeda de tu mano, lames la sal, te tomas el tequila del caballito de un golpe e inmediatamente chupas una rodaja de limón.

Another way to drink tequila is by drinking it slowly to savor the taste. You drink it in small sips, especially if it is a good tequila. Different glasses are used to drink it, depending on the type of tequila, for example:

Otra forma de tomar el tequila, es tomarlo lentamente para saborearlo y degustarlo, más si se trata de un buen tequila; se toma a pequeños sorbos claro existen diferentes vasos para hacerlo, dependiendo del tipo o clase de tequila, por ejemplo:

A caballito is used to drink a silver/blanco or reposado tequila; an old fashion glass when ice is added; and a globe drinking glass for an aged or extra aged tequila.

Se usa un caballito para tomar un tequila blanco o reposado; un vaso de cóctel tradicional cuando se le agregue hielo al tequila; y una copa globo para un tequila añejo o extra añejo.

Another well-known way to drink it among tequila drinkers consists of alternating tequila with sangrita; yes, alternate a sip of tequila with a little bit of sangrita. If you want to make your own sangrita at home, it’s very easy. Just mix 1 cup of orange juice, 1 cup of tomato juice, a splash of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of grenadine, and about twelve drops of a hot sauce of your choice.

Otra forma muy conocida y apreciada entre los degustadores de tequila consiste en alternar tequila con sangrita; si, alternar un sorbo de tequila con un poco de sangrita (la sangrita se consigue en cualquier licorería, pero si deseas hacer una en casa, es muy fácil, solo mezcla 1 taza de jugo de naranja, 1 taza de jugo de tomate, un poco de jugo de limón, 1 cucharada de granadina unas doce gotas de salsa picante de tu gusto.

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Tequila can also be mixed as a cocktail by combining your favorite tequila with other ingredients. Here are some examples:

A Tequila Sunrise cocktail consists of a mix of tequila, grenadine, orange juice, and is usually served with a cherry sprout. It is called Tequila Sunrise because of its colorful appearance.

Otra forma de tomar tequila es hacerlo en algún tipo de cóctel, que consiste en mezclar tu tequila favorito con otros ingredientes, estas son infinitas, algunas de ellas, por ejemplo:

Tequila Sunrise cóctel, que consta de tequila, jugo de naranja, granadina, suele servirse con una cereza; se llama sunrise por su apariencia a un amanecer, por sus colores.

The Paloma cocktail is a mix of tequila, orange and lemon juice, which are the base ingredients of all Mexican cocktails. Although the Margarita is a very popular cocktail, the Paloma is consumed locally throughout the country.

La Paloma, que consiste en servir tequila, jugo de naranja y limón, estos son los ingredientes base de todo cóctel mexicano, pues, aunque la Margarita es un cóctel muy popular, la paloma es consumida localmente en todo el país.

One last piece of advice, be careful with mixed tequilas. These are not 100% agave tequila and contain less than 51% agave content. They are fortified with sugar cane or corn syrup. They do not have a pure tequila taste and give you a strong hangover the next day.

Bueno, también está la Margarita, que consiste en un compuesto de tequila, jugo de limón, suele servirse en un vaso o copa escarchada con sal, una garnitura de limón; aunque hoy se encuentran otros sabores como fresa, tamarindo o mango.

Un último consejo, ojo con los tequilas mixtos, pues estos no son un tequila 100% de agave, sino que contienen un contenido inferior al 51% en agave y fortificada con caña de azúcar o jarabe de maíz; aparte de no tener un sabor puro de tequila, viene acompañado de una fuerte resaca al día siguiente.

Drink your tequila as you like, but remember that the quality, quantity, and consequences depend on you.

Para finalizar, solo diré: “toma tu tequila como gustes, pero eso sí, recuerda que la cantidad, calidad y consecuencias dependen de ti”.

The Margarita cocktail, a mix of tequila, lemon juice, and garnish with lemon, is usually served in a glass frosted with salt. Other Margarita flavors include strawberry, tamarind, or mango.

ESPRESSO MARTINI COCKTAIL

ESPRESSO MARTINI

The espresso martini is a cold caffeinated alcoholic drink made with espresso, coffee liqueur, and vodka. It is not a true martini as it contains neither gin nor vermouth, but is one of many drinks that incorporate the term martini into their names.

ORIGIN

There are several claims for the origin of the espresso martini. One of the more common claims is that it was created by Dick Bradsell in the late 1980s while at Fred’s Club in London for a young lady who asked for something that would “Wake me up, and then fuck me up.” Bradsell has made this claim in a widelycirculated video. Bradsell has also been quoted about the circumstances of his invention of the drink, “The coffee machine at the Soho Brasseries was right next to the station where I served drinks. It was a nightmare, as there were coffee grounds everywhere, so coffee was very much on my mind. And it was all about vodka back then – it was all people were drinking.”

The drink had a surge in popularity in 2021. This popularity was met with apprehension by bartenders due to the time and effort required to prepare the drink.

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What’s an espresso martini made of?

Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso and simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.

Is espresso martini with vodka or tequila?

The classic one has all the same ingredients, except there is vodka instead of Tequila. It’s made with espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and a shot of vodka. Vodka is more neutral in flavor and coffee definitely overpowers it.

Is espresso martini a strong drink?

It’s got a fairly high alcohol content – 60 ml / 2 oz combined total of vodka and Kahlua which equals 2 standard drinks. Even though it’s got a decent slog of alcohol in it, it’s highly drinkable because the coffee flavour disguises the alcohol – so be warned!!

Base spirit * Vodka Served * Straight up: chilled, without ice Standard garnish * 3 coffee beans Standard drinkware * Cocktail Glass

Ingredients

50 ml vodka 30 ml Kahlúa

10 ml sugar syrup

1 strong espresso

Preparation *

Pour all ingredients into cocktail shaker, shake well with ice, strain into chilled cocktail glass.

Can espresso martini make u drunk?

while you might feel less drunk, you’re just as drunk as you would be if you didn’t add the caffeine.” But it’s worth noting that espresso martinis aren’t the only popular bev that poses that risk

Why is Espresso Martini so good?

“Even more than the caffeine boost, I think Espresso Martinis are so popular these days because bartenders have learned how to make them taste great. Using fresh, high quality espresso, a good coffee liqueur and good vodka, it’s easy to see why they’re so much more delicious than they were a few decades ago.”

DRINKS TOP

DON JULIO ULTIMA RESERVA EXTRA AÑEJO SOLERA AGED TEQUILA

A special 36-month aged luxury Extra Añejo Tequila that preserves the final agave harvest planted by Don Julio Gonzalez himself, Don Julio Ultima Reserva Extra Añejo Solero Aged Tequila honors his devotion and craftsmanship, offering an exceptional tequila that’s perfect for your special moments.

LOCO TEQUILA AMBAR

LOCO ÁMBAR rests for six to eight months in each barrel so that our Maestro Tequilero achieves the perfect and complex balance. The amber hue reflects the aroma and flavor of the cooked agave, the mineral notes, and the herbal character of Loco Blanco as it matures, which are perfectly integrated and evolve into an expression of unparalleled quality, never seen in any other tequila. The extraordinary takes time, that’s why LOCO ÁMBAR is exceptional.

DON FULANO IMPERIAL

Don Fulano Imperial is the oldest expression of the brand; exceptionally rich and complex with a great combination of elegance and power. Blended from dark European oak and Oloroso sherry casks it is abundant in fruit notes and spices like clove and cardamom. Deep notes of old leather and a lavish aroma of black cherries frame its singular style. It is velvety and permanent in mouth.

JOSE CUERVO RESERVA DE LA FAMILIA® PLATINO

Reserva de la Familia® Platino is specially made using the ‘Esencia de Agave’ process. This unique production method allows the notes of agave to keep their original character, intense aroma and flavor. The bright, clear spirit has a unique sweet and spicy palate with notes of melon, honey and hay. It finishes medium and crisp with notes of chamomile and cinnamon. Enjoy this unique expression on the rocks. (40 ABV-80 proof)

Tequila Don Ramón Limited Edition Extra Añejo is double-distilled and aged in oak barrels for three years resulting in an exquisitely smooth, complex taste and robust profile. Made from 100% Blue Agave from the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, this copper toned elixir embodies the absolute art of fine tequila.

PATRÓN EL ALTO

PATRÓN EL ALTO is primarily crafted with naturally perfect ingredients, through time-honored traditions with Extra Añejo and blended with Añejo and Reposado tequilas each aged to their maximum potential—making this bold innovation the pinnacle of perfection. The result is an impressively rare luxury tequila, packaged in a stunning glass bottle matching the azure hues of the agave fields in the Jalisco Highlands. A bottle worthy of your most memorable celebrations. Get ready to reach new heights.

MEZCAL LOS JAVIS TEPEZTATE

Mezcal Los Javis Tepeztate is made from hand-selected Tepeztate maguey which takes between 25 to 35 years to mature before cultivation. The artisanal production follows a traditional path from stone oven roasting and tahona stone milling to naturally fermenting in wooden vats and distilling in small copper pots.

THE LOST EXPLORER MEZCAL SALMIANA

Made from 100% agave, each small batch of mezcal is handcrafted with a sustainable approach that is deeply in tune with the rhythm of nature. The Salmiana Agave grows for 12 years before harvesting begins. The most herbaceous expression of all, offering a sweet and spicy profile with hints of green chili, grapefruit, and fresh agave. The award-winning Lost Explorer Mezcal Salmiana comes in beautiful hand-labeled bottles made from recycled crystal, sealed with a kiss of biodegradable natural beeswax.

MEZCAL AMARÁS ESPADÍN JOVEN

Amarás Espadín Joven invites you into a world of smoothness; naturally handcrafted using the finest 8-year- old agave Espadín found in the mountains of Oaxaca. Its rich and pure flavor profile comes from a 100% natural fermentation utilizing an array of local bacteria. It blends traditional smoky notes into a natural smoothness paving the way to floral aromas and sweet fruity flavors, leading its versatility to be enjoyed neat or cocktails.

YOLA MEZCAL 1971 JOVEN

Handcrafted and organic, YOLA Mezcal follows a recipe passed down by Yola’s grandfather. It is distilled on our namesake farm in Oaxaca and bottled by women. We preserve the 400-year-old tradition of artisanal mezcal making, distilling on the premises of our namesake farm. Founded and run by women, YOLA Mezcal’s all female hand-bottling facility offers direct pay, and we are proud to promote autonomy and economic independence for our partners in Oaxaca and across borders.

SKINNYGIRL MEYER LEMON VODKA

Here you have it, ladies, a vodka our family wouldn’t be complete without: Skinnygirl Meyer Lemon Vodka! Boasting a bright lemon flavor with crisp lime undertones, she’ll please your guests in a single pour. She’s so great at mixing that she’s sure to be the star of your favorite cocktails. Of course, Skinnygirl Meyer Lemon is low-cal (she’s a Skinnygirl after all), but what makes her even more special? She’s made with the flavor of rare and premium Meyer lemons.

JCB VODKA

Made from the best Mother Earth has to offer: sustainably grown grapes from the Côte-d’Or and water from historical French springs. The Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes are hand-selected for this unique bottling of vintage vodka. The wine is fermented and aged individually in oak barrel for 6 months. After blending the wines together, it is then distilled one time in a copper pot and six times in copper columns, followed by filtration four times. The subtle nuances of wine and terroir are the hallmarks of JCB Vodka.

JUNIPERO GIN

The first of its kind, Junipero fearlessly led the birth of American craft gin in 1996. Hell-bent on elevating juniper & citrus flavors, the distilling team forged a new path by crafting each batch of Junipero in a small copper pot still, scouring the globe for the most expressive botanicals, and boldly bottling at an unfiltered 98.6 proof. Decades later Junipero is still made by hand in San Francisco and celebrates those who break with convention to pursue an original path.

INDOGGO® GIN BY SNOOP DOGG

This juicy gin, with its laidback California style, is like no other gin in the world. INDOGGO® Gin is the ultimate remix of seven premium botanicals infused with all-natural ingredients including strawberry, no sugar with a slightly sweet and fruity finish.

TWO CHICKS COCKTAILS SPARKLING PALOMA

Tequila & Grapefruit Cocktail - Our blush sparkling cocktail has fresh pink grapefruit, complemented with the light tequila Blanco creating a crisp and refreshing drink. Quite simply, it’s grapefruit meets tequila delight with this go-to. Two Chicks Cocktails are award-winning cocktails crafted with premium spirits and all-natural flavors - Convenience has never tasted so good. Consistent quality, great-tasting cocktails perfect for any occasion. Two Chicks Cocktails is a women-owned, founded and run company.

SAVOY COCKTAILS NEGRONI

Savoy Cocktails Negroni is made in small batches from classic dry gin, bitter amaro, and sweet vermouth, for a bracing drink with notes of bitter orange and an herbal finish.

To serve, either chill the bottle in the fridge and serve your cocktail up, pour over ice, or shake with ice and strain.

CUTWATER FROZEN MARGARITA SPIRIT POPS

Inspired by our award-winning canned margarita, these flavored margarita pops feature our own real tequila, are less than 80 calories per serving, contain no artificial sweeteners, and are gluten-free. Just freeze overnight, cut off the top to open, and enjoy!

SLIQ SPIRITED ICE WHISKEY FROZEN COCKTAIL POPS

Happy hour can finally live up to its name with SLIQ’s Whiskey Frozen Cocktails. These premium pops deliver incredible taste in a variety of refreshing highball flavors, including Apple, Cola, and Ginger. Crafted with barrel-stored bourbon and natural flavors, each SLIQ whiskey frozen cocktail pop contains 90 calories and 8% ABV. Simply freeze, eat, and enjoy. Perfect for pool parties, backyard BBQs or day blazing on the pier, these pops were made to make good times, even better. And that’s something we can all DRINQ to!

KENWOOD VINEYARDS ARTIST SERIES CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Rich, full-bodied style with dark fruit flavors and a long finish. Vintages vary by location. The current vintage in stock will be shipped.

DAOU ‘DISCOVERY’ PASO ROBLES ROSE 2020

Made from Grenache grapes in the classic Provençale style, the 2021 Rosé of Grenache presents a pale flamingo-apricot hue and a fragrant, floral nose. Aromas of freshly sliced peaches, hibiscus and hyacinth reveal accents of nectarine and orange zest. Hints of honeysuckle, orange blossom, crushed rose petal and pineapple round out the enticing bouquet. The palate is exceptionally clean and refreshing, with flavors of peach, mango, apricot, and honeydew melon accompanied by notes of lemon chiffon, apricot, papaya and kiwi. A long, luxuriant finish lingers with juicy essences of peach, strawberry and cherry.

SANDARA PREMIUM RED

A Luxury for your Celebrations — Deep garnet color with intense flavors of sweet black cherries and ripe strawberries. It has a lively fizz that lifts the fruit and sweetness making it fun to drink. Serve cold in a champagne flute or pour over ice and garnish with a slice of orange or peach.

A perfect accompaniment to casual dining -- pizza, burgers, barbecue. Drinks well with spicy foods, but is at its best with dark chocolate.

IYLIA MOSCATEL MACABEO SPANISH WHITE BLEND 2020

Our IYLIA Moscatel-Macabeo white wine is made with Moscatel and Macabeo grape varieties grown in the Valencia region of Spain. The Macabeo grape lends itself to this wine’s fresh, crisp features, while the incredibly aromatic Moscatel, which is a sherry grape, brings this blend the fruity notes you’ll taste in the long, smooth finish. We bring you this combination after aging it in stainless steel barrels to further enhance the crisp flavors that blend beautifully for a lively, fruity, and refreshing white wine.

HIGHLAND PARK FIRE EDITION

A celebration of the Norse myth of Ragnarok - or re-birth - Highland Park Fire Edition is aged for 15 years in port-seasoned oak casks - a first for the distillery - offering a unique perspective on the legendary Highland Park spirit. Aromas of single origin chocolate and ripe plum mingle with deep oak spice and campfire smoke before reasserting similar flavors of berry custard, sweet vanilla, and a hint of smoked sea salt on the palate. The finish is satisfyingly rich and long. Highland Park Fire Edition was given the highest recommendation and five stars upon release.

CHIVAS ULTIS

At the heart of Chivas Regal are its Master Blenders. Only five have spent their life’s work mastering the famous house style since 1801. In celebration of their dedication and talent, Chivas hand-selected 5 of their most precious signature single malts: Strathisla, Longmorn, Tormore, Braeval, Allt A’Bhainne. Each one to honor the legacy of five generations of blending excellence. This outstanding blended malt whisky pays tribute to the strength of the vision, commitment and mastery of Charles Howard, of Charles Julian, of Alan Baillie, of Jimmy Lang and of Colin Scott.

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