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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU, KID WILD ROSE GIN

On first sip you appreciate the deep floral and citrus flavours; the next sip could reveal the earthy tones that weren’t apparent before. And it’s followed a moment later by a sweet, smooth finish – but don’t mistake this complexity. Versatile enough for a starring role in a cocktail or classic G&T, but smooth enough to be enjoyed straight.

Here’s Looking At You Kid

STARWARD (NEW) OLD FASHIONED

The first release in a series of bottled whisky cocktails from Starward, the (New) Old Fashioned highlights the distillery’s signature whisky red wine barrel flavours and adds an Australian twist to a classic drink, with a unique blend of wattleseed bitters. The (New) Old Fashioned is ready to serve, designed to simply be poured over ice and garnished with a twist of orange.

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JAPHET WHITE DRY GIN

Named in honour of Bathurst’s first distiller, who founded the Bathurst Distillery in the late 1820s. This juniper forward gin features saltbush that grows in Western NSW, and is accompanied by lemon myrtle, Macedonian juniper and a host of other botanicals to yield a rich and complex gin, weighing in at 46% alcohol. Produced by Stone Pine Distillery, NSW.

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TIMBOON CHRISTIE’S CUT SINGLE MALT WHISKY

A premium, cask strength whisky produced in small batches. Named after Inspector John Christie, who at the turn of the 19th century captured Tom Delaney who was an illicit distiller in Timboon. It has a deep character and a long, full flavoured finish. Burnt raisins, silk, smoke and spice. It’s a cracker of a whisky! Produced by Timboon Railway Shed Distillery, VIC.

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POOR TOMS STRAWBERRY GIN

Originally created by the distillers to loosen the mood at family weddings, Poor Toms’ Strawberry Gin is set to be released in July. Fresh strawberries are steeped in Sydney Dry Gin, along with hibiscus flower: lending a rich red hue and depth of flavour. The beefed up spice distillates of ginger, cubeb pepper and cardamom cut through the delicate sweetness of the strawberries.

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TWENTY THIRD STREET DISTILLERY NOT YOUR NANNA’S BRANDY

Old Chardonnay barrels don’t die but some go to heaven, maturing this elixir that blasts brandy off its doily and into the present millennium. Toasty oak unites single and double pot distillation character of vanilla, honey and apricot. Mix with: irony.

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