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Experience the true artistry of Bourbon making with the 'Jim Beam Straight Bourbon White Label 5YO NV', a testament to more than two centuries of master distilling. Produced in Kentucky, the heartland of American Bourbon, this exquisite spirit epitomises the care and passion that goes into every bottle.

This 5-year old Bourbon captivates with its complex and full-bodied flavour profile. Made from a mix of corn, rye, and malted barley, it is double-aged in charred American White Oak barrels, allowing the flavours to develop and mingle, creating unparalleled depth and richness.

Characterised by its smoothness and unique vanilla oak undertones, Jim Beam Straight Bourbon White Label 5YO NV is a testament to the Beam family, whose name has become synonymous with Bourbon. Their commitment to crafting the world's finest spirits is beautifully encapsulated in this 5YO non-vintage delight. Sip and savour the time-honoured tradition of Jim Beam Straight Bourbon White Label 5YO NV.

Experience the unparalleled elegance of JJ Corry Single Malt The Chosen 27YO 1991, a distinguished spirit meticulously crafted in the heart of County Cork, Ireland. Distilled using traditional copper pot stills, this single malt undergoes a 27-year maturation in carefully selected oak casks, imparting rich layers of complexity and depth. The Chosen 1991 captivates with its harmonious balance of dried fruits, subtle spice, and a hint of maritime influence, reflecting the pristine coastal waters where JJ Corry has perfected its artistry for decades. Renowned for its commitment to quality and heritage, JJ Corry combines time-honoured techniques with innovative practices, ensuring each bottle embodies excellence. This rare vintage offers a smooth, velvety finish, making it a prized addition for connoisseurs seeking sophistication and character. Indulge in the legacy of JJ Corry Single Malt The Chosen 27YO 1991 and savour a masterpiece that stands the test of time.

Johnnie Walker, Blended Scotch Blue Label Elusive Umami NV is the epitome of fine craftsmanship, expertly blended by Johnnie Walker’s master blenders. This exquisite non-vintage whisky draws from rare single malts and select grain whiskies sourced from Scotland’s prestigious distilleries, including those in the Highlands and Islands. Matured meticulously in premium oak casks, it develops a profound umami character, enriched with layered notes of rich dark chocolate, toasted oak, and subtle hints of dried fruit. The harmonious balance and velvety smoothness make each sip a celebration of Johnnie Walker’s unparalleled heritage and dedication to quality. Ideal for connoisseurs seeking a sophisticated and memorable whisky experience, this Blue Label variant exemplifies luxury and depth, offering a sensory journey that honours tradition while embracing innovation. Elevate your collection with Johnnie Walker, Blended Scotch Blue Label Elusive Umami NV, a true masterpiece of blended Scotch whisky.

Justino's, 10YO Malvasia Madeira NV is a distinguished embodiment of Madeira's illustrious winemaking tradition. Crafted in the heart of the Madeira archipelago, this Non-Vintage selection undergoes a meticulous decade-long maturation process, blending the esteemed estufagem method with careful cask ageing. Justino's, celebrated for their unwavering commitment to excellence, selects only premium Malvasia grapes, ensuring a wine of exceptional finesse and complexity. The liquid presents a radiant amber hue, unveiling an intricate bouquet of dried apricot, honeyed nuances, and subtle spice undertones. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and vibrant acidity, culminating in a persistent, elegant finish accented by notes of caramel and toasted almonds. Perfectly suited to complement rich cheeses or to savour on its own, Justino's, 10YO Malvasia Madeira NV exemplifies the sophistication and enduring charm synonymous with fine Madeiran spirits.

Justino's, Colheita, Madeira 1999 exemplifies the pinnacle of Madeira craftsmanship. Produced in the esteemed vineyards of the Funchal region, this exquisite wine undergoes meticulous selection of the finest Sercial grapes. Following traditional methods, the 1999 harvest was subjected to the estufagem process, where gentle heat accentuates its complex flavours. Aged for over two decades in oak casks, Justino's masterfully balances rich caramel notes with vibrant acidity, presenting a harmonious bouquet of dried fruits, nuts, and subtle spices. The Colheita designation ensures a singular vintage character, reflecting the unique terroir and dedication of Justino's renowned family estate. Each bottle embodies the legacy and expertise that have positioned Justino's as a leader in fine Madeira wines. Ideal for both connoisseurs and discerning collectors, Justino's, Colheita, Madeira 1999 is a distinguished addition to any esteemed wine collection.

Justino's, Colheita, Madeira 1999 exemplifies the pinnacle of Madeira craftsmanship. Produced in the esteemed vineyards of the Funchal region, this exquisite wine undergoes meticulous selection of the finest Sercial grapes. Following traditional methods, the 1999 harvest was subjected to the estufagem process, where gentle heat accentuates its complex flavours. Aged for over two decades in oak casks, Justino's masterfully balances rich caramel notes with vibrant acidity, presenting a harmonious bouquet of dried fruits, nuts, and subtle spices. The Colheita designation ensures a singular vintage character, reflecting the unique terroir and dedication of Justino's renowned family estate. Each bottle embodies the legacy and expertise that have positioned Justino's as a leader in fine Madeira wines. Ideal for both connoisseurs and discerning collectors, Justino's, Colheita, Madeira 1999 is a distinguished addition to any esteemed wine collection.

Justino's Madeira Boal 10YO NV is a quintessential expression of the esteemed Madeira tradition. Crafted in the heart of the Madeira archipelago, this wine is made from the Boal grape variety, meticulously aged for a decade using the traditional estufagem and oxidative ageing processes. The masterful producers at Justino Ramos Cellars, renowned for their dedication to excellence, ensure each bottle embodies rich flavours of ripe tropical fruits, caramel, and subtle nuttiness, balanced by a compelling acidity. The result is a harmonious and complex wine that showcases the unique terroir of Madeira. Perfect for pairing with aged cheeses or enjoying as a distinguished after-dinner delight, Justino's Madeira Boal 10YO NV stands as a testament to the artistry and heritage of fine Madeira winemaking.

Justino's Madeira Boal 10YO NV is a quintessential expression of the esteemed Madeira tradition. Crafted in the heart of the Madeira archipelago, this wine is made from the Boal grape variety, meticulously aged for a decade using the traditional estufagem and oxidative ageing processes. The masterful producers at Justino Ramos Cellars, renowned for their dedication to excellence, ensure each bottle embodies rich flavours of ripe tropical fruits, caramel, and subtle nuttiness, balanced by a compelling acidity. The result is a harmonious and complex wine that showcases the unique terroir of Madeira. Perfect for pairing with aged cheeses or enjoying as a distinguished after-dinner delight, Justino's Madeira Boal 10YO NV stands as a testament to the artistry and heritage of fine Madeira winemaking.

Justino's Madeira Fine Rich Reserve 5YO NV exemplifies the artistry of Madeira winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed Madeira Islands, this exquisite reserve undergoes the traditional estufagem heating process, enhancing its rich complexity over five years of meticulous ageing. The selection of premium Malvasia grapes ensures a full-bodied profile, with notes of caramel, dried fruits, and subtle spices intertwined with a velvety finish. Justino's, a family-owned estate with generations of expertise, harnesses sustainable viticultural practices to cultivate grapes of exceptional quality. The Fine Rich Reserve showcases a harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. Each bottle reflects the dedication to excellence and the unique terroir of Madeira, offering connoisseurs a sophisticated sipping experience. Discover the unparalleled elegance and depth of Justino's Madeira Fine Rich Reserve 5YO NV, a testament to fine Portuguese craftsmanship.

Justino's Madeira Fine Rich Reserve 5YO NV exemplifies the artistry of Madeira winemaking. Crafted in the esteemed Madeira Islands, this exquisite reserve undergoes the traditional estufagem heating process, enhancing its rich complexity over five years of meticulous ageing. The selection of premium Malvasia grapes ensures a full-bodied profile, with notes of caramel, dried fruits, and subtle spices intertwined with a velvety finish. Justino's, a family-owned estate with generations of expertise, harnesses sustainable viticultural practices to cultivate grapes of exceptional quality. The Fine Rich Reserve showcases a harmonious balance between sweetness and acidity, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. Each bottle reflects the dedication to excellence and the unique terroir of Madeira, offering connoisseurs a sophisticated sipping experience. Discover the unparalleled elegance and depth of Justino's Madeira Fine Rich Reserve 5YO NV, a testament to fine Portuguese craftsmanship.

Justino's Madeira Sercial 10YO NV is a distinguished expression from the renowned Madeira Islands, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Justino's winery. This dry Sercial style is aged for a decade using the traditional estufagem heating method, allowing it to develop its characteristic vibrant acidity and complex nutty flavours. Sourced from the region's unique volcanic soils, the grapes impart a distinct minerality and elegance to the wine. Master vintners oversee the fortification process, ensuring a harmonious balance between dryness and oxidative richness. The extended ageing enhances its longevity, presenting a bouquet of citrus, almond, and subtle caramel notes, culminating in a long, refined finish. Perfectly suited to accompany savoury dishes and fine cheeses, Justino's Madeira Sercial 10YO NV exemplifies the pinnacle of Madeira craftsmanship and heritage, offering connoisseurs an unparalleled tasting experience.

Justino's Madeira Sercial 10YO NV is a distinguished expression from the renowned Madeira Islands, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Justino's winery. This dry Sercial style is aged for a decade using the traditional estufagem heating method, allowing it to develop its characteristic vibrant acidity and complex nutty flavours. Sourced from the region's unique volcanic soils, the grapes impart a distinct minerality and elegance to the wine. Master vintners oversee the fortification process, ensuring a harmonious balance between dryness and oxidative richness. The extended ageing enhances its longevity, presenting a bouquet of citrus, almond, and subtle caramel notes, culminating in a long, refined finish. Perfectly suited to accompany savoury dishes and fine cheeses, Justino's Madeira Sercial 10YO NV exemplifies the pinnacle of Madeira craftsmanship and heritage, offering connoisseurs an unparalleled tasting experience.

Justino's Madeira Verdelho 10YO NV is an exemplary classic wine distilled on the breath-taking island of Madeira. Selected from the finest Verdelho grapes, the wine has embarked on an aging journey for ten distinguished years within American oak casks. The maturation process holds within it the powerful aromas of dried fruits and spice, notes that have been perfected by the sophisticated family business of Justino's since 1870.

The wine holds a brilliant hue of gold, revealing its depth and maturity. On the palate, the Justino's Madeira Verdelho 10YO NV showcases layers of caramelised citrus, hints of ginger, and exotic spices. Exhibited with a finely balanced acidity and a robust dry finish, it provides a captivating and enduring experience.

Burgeoning with character, the Justino's Madeira Verdelho 10YO NV is a testament to the elevated mastery of wine-making, ensuring an unmatched quality that continues to enchant wine connoisseurs across the globe.

The Karuizawa Single Malt Acclaim Collection NV is a connoisseur's dream, produced in Japan’s iconic Karuizawa distillery, nestled in the foothills of the active Mount Asama volcano. This distilled masterpiece offers a symphony of complex flavours, a product of its location's microclimate conditions and traditional production methods. Aged in sherry casks, this single malt whisky captures a nuanced depth of character. Its alluring aroma of dark chocolate and fruit with notes of spices invites a velvety texture on the palate, punctuated with hints of cinnamon, and caramel. This distillery, though no longer operational, continues to be celebrated for its meticulously crafted spirits. A true testament to its legacy, the Karuizawa Single Malt Acclaim Collection NV is a limited edition, reflecting its rarity and collectability. Experience the sublime balance of intensity and smoothness of this fine whisky, ensuring a memorable tasting experience for discerning connoisseurs.

The rare Karuizawa Single Malt Noh Single Sherry Cask 6183 Bottled 2017 1981 is an enticing distillation of sophistication and tradition. Backed by well-known producer Karuizawa, a master of Japanese whisky making, it's crafted in the foothills of Mount Asama, under the sharp eye of master distillers who embody the quintessence of the art. Gracefully nested in sherry oak casks that-date from 1981, the spirit develops a rich, concentrated flavour profile. Unveiling a broad spectrum of fruity, spicy and nutty notes, it delights with dark chocolate, old leather, and tobacco nuances upon tasting. Carrying the emblem of Noh, Japanese traditional theatre, this distinct Karuizawa Single Malt Noh Single Sherry Cask 6183 Bottled 2017 1981 is characterized by complexity and elegance, showcasing a rich tapestry of textures and aromas. A captivating spirit that unites the narrative of age-old whisky making with a unique persona.

Indulge in the rare beauty of Karuizawa Single Malt Noh Whisky - The Mask of Chorei Beshimi Sherry Butt Single Cask No 7576 28YO Bottled 2012 1983, regarded as a masterpiece among whisky connoisseurs. This exquisitely rich single malt has spent 28 years maturing in Sherry casks, intensifying its unique character and depth of taste. Produced at the esteemed Karuizawa distillery, nestled in the Japanese Alps, this whisky reflects the site's glorious natural surroundings. Distilled in 1983 and bottled in 2012, the whisky is scarce yet well-preserved. The distillery's commitment to traditional production methods imparts an unmatched class, regarded as a reflection of Japanese craftsmanship at its finest. Karuizawa Single Malt Noh Whisky - The Mask of Chorei Beshimi Sherry Butt Single Cask No 7576 28YO Bottled 2012 1983 offers notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a hint of smoke, culminating in a gloriously long, warming finish that delights the senses.

Important Note: These casks do not come with naming rights.

Bardstown Bourbon Company (BBC) is a relatively new distillery, founded only in 2016, but it has already built a huge reputation in fine Bourbon circles.

The increasing global demand for Bourbon has created a shortage of aged spirits, making private barrel purchases a valuable addition to any collection. These new-filled barrels, made of charred new oak, contain a high rye mash bill that brings bold spiciness, balanced by a strong corn backbone and notes of caramel and butterscotch. A touch of malted barley brings harmony to the blend of corn and rye, with no wheat in this mash.

Important Note: These casks do not come with naming rights.

Bardstown Bourbon Company (BBC) is a relatively new distillery, founded only in 2016, but it has already built a huge reputation in fine Bourbon circles.

With global demand for Bourbon on the rise, aged spirits are in short supply, making private barrel purchases a valuable collection. These new-filled barrels are made of charred new oak and have a high corn mash bill for sweetness, balanced by wheat for smoothness and notes of vanilla and toasted oak. A touch of malted barley adds complexity with subtle hints of nuts and smoke.

Expertly crafted by the esteemed Kurayoshi Distillery, The Matsui Single Malt Mizunara Cask NV pioneers new horizons for spirits. Nestled in the lush Tottori Prefecture of Japan, this distillery upholds time-honoured tradition, meticulously fermenting the spirit in vats made from Japanese Mizunara oak. This specific oak lends unique flavours to the malt; notes of sandalwood, coconut, and a hint of spice are discernible on the palate. The Matsui Single Malt Mizunara Cask NV is made from locally sourced barley, delicately mashed and distilled to maintain the grain's natural aromatics.

Beautifully golden in colour, the spirit exudes the aroma of green apple and pear, with undertones of Mizunara oak. On the palate, it is sublime, offering a rounded, delicate profile complementing its fragrant bouquet. The intriguing finish lingers with tastes of sweet malt and oak. Each sip of Kurayoshi Distillery - The Matsui Single Malt Mizunara Cask NV is a testament to traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Expressing a timeless elegance from Japan's Tottori Prefecture, the Kurayoshi Distillery introduces The Matsui Single Malt The Peated NV. This exquisite spirit presents a traditional profile, meticulously crafted using malted barley slowly smoked with peat. It embodies the distillery's unwavering commitment to quality, from the pristine, mineral-rich spring water used in its production to the expert ageing in ex-bourbon barrels.

The Matsui Peated NV reflects the distillery's lush forest surroundings with its aromatic profile, evoking earthy elements, verdant fern, and smoky cedar. The palate is a revelation of sweet spices, dark chocolate and ripe oranges, which unfold passionately, culminating in a long, warming finish. A testament to Japanese craftmanship, the Kurayoshi Distillery's The Matsui Single Malt The Peated NV is a symbiosis of traditional and innovative distillation techniques. Dichotomously smooth yet robust, it's an emblematic selection for the distinct and discerning palate.

Experience an unparalleled delight with the Ladyburn Lowland Single Malt Private Cask Collection 40YO 1974 1974. Handcrafted at Ladyburn, the marvel of Scotland's Lowland region, this exquisite single malt whisky exemplifies a rich heritage of superior distilling. Matured for 40 long years in private casks, its allure lies in the harmonious blend of its natural, untouched flavours with the display of exceptional craftsmanship. Each sip invigorates with a bouquet of fruit, oak and hints of smoke- a testament to its uniquely aged allure. Encapsulating the spirit of a bygone era, this rare collection, bottled in 1974, narrates a story of time, patience and passion. Indulge in a journey of transcendent flavour profile with the Ladyburn Lowland Single Malt Private Cask Collection 40YO 1974 1974, a whisky that delivers an unforgettable sensory experience for the discerning patron. A piquant symphony, each bottle savours the legacy of a truly stellar distillery.

Renowned for its full-bodied and robust character, the Lagavulin Islay Single Malt 16YO NV is an emblem of Islay’s unique distillation heritage. This single malt whisky is created on the island of Islay, Scotland; an area celebrated for its peat-rich soil, which influences a distinct smokey, iodine-laced flavour profile. Matured in oak casks for 16 years, this spirit is a testament to Lagavulin's excellence in traditional whisky-making techniques. This Bottling hosts a deep, amber gold colour, brooding with the unparalleled aroma of dry peat smoke, with a trace of maritime notes and rich, smooth malt. On the palate, it offers a balance of dried fruit sweetness harmoniously intertwining with a smoky-dryness, ending in a long, glorious finish. The Lagavulin Islay Single Malt 16YO NV is truly more than just a whisky – it's an indulgence, a privilege, a rich tapestry of peat, oak and subtle sweetness.

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Hailing from the storied distilleries of Scotland, the exquisite Last Drop Lochside Single Grain 1972 1972 displays the craft and dedication of the revered Last Drop Distillers. This unique spirit was meticulously distilled in 1972 and has been ageing gracefully over four decades — a testament to the distillery's tradition of patience and precision.

The Last Drop Lochside Single Grain 1972 1972 boasts a rich gold hue, capturing the timeless allure of Scotland's whisky terrain. Its aroma is a melange of honeycomb, toasted almonds, and ripe pears, seamlessly converging to an extraordinary olfactory experience.

Embracing tradition and expertise, the Last Drop Distillers have ensured that every drop is an unforgettable journey of taste. Gently spicy, yet strikingly smooth, the Last Drop Lochside Single Grain 1972 1972 is a triumphant representation of single grain whisky — a true connoisseur's choice.

True connoisseurs will rejoice in the discovery of the exquisite Laubade Armagnac Vintage 1937. Crafted in the historic Gascony region of France, this spirit encapsulates the rich heritage of the producers, Laubade, who have been distilling unique vintages since 1820. The Laubade Armagnac Vintage 1937 is a marvellous representation of the meticulous art of aging, showcasing refined complexity and depth that only the passage of decades can impart. Aged in 400-year-old oak barrels, its distinctive bouquet of dried fruits, spices, and a hint of rancio is an ode to Gascony's traditional distillation methods. A smooth palate reveals notes of prune, walnut, and old leather, leading to a lingering, warming finish. An unparalleled gem for ardent spirits collectors, Laubade Armagnac Vintage 1937 is a rare and coveted treasure of the Armagnac world.