{"title":"Festive Spirits","description":"Alongside the high-quality home bar essentials, the range of finely crafted spirits below includes an exquisite range of Vermouth di Torino, a wealth of seasonal favourites and some pre-batched drinks by the masters.","products":[{"product_id":"chazalettes-co-vermouth-de-torino-rosso","title":"Chazalettes \u0026 Co. Vermouth de Torino Rosso (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous, red wine based Vermouth di Torino has been recreated according to the authentic recipe of Clemente Chazalettes, dating back to 1876. While most rossos are typically made with a base of white wine, before colourings such as caramel are added, the Chazalettes Vermouth Rosso uses the Bava family’s own Barbera as the base wine, with a touch of Nebbiolo. “You get a very different reaction between the red wine and the extracts,” says Roberto Bava, “The tannins [in the wine] react to the spices and bitterness and evolve in a different way over time.” The resulting Vermouth has a richer colour and a more solid chewiness to the flavour than modern examples. Alongside Piemonte wormwood, the resurrected 1876 recipe takes in Piedmontese herbs, marjoram and musk mallow alongside more far-flung botanicals in sandalwood, mace, galangal, clary sage, cinchona bark and coriander. Each botanical is individually prepared, with the maceration time ranging from a few days up to many weeks. The result is an intensely flavoured and sumptuously textured rosso – never overpowering – offering enticing notes of toasted tobacco, macerated orange and macerated cherry. It finishes with a balancing liquorice and rhubarb bitterness and a long, vinous close.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chazalettes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43272941568228,"sku":"16126-750","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/ff28ace4-4435-f011-ac43-0a5a9202f90d_16126-750.png?v=1747723338"},{"product_id":"chazalettes-co-vermouth-de-torino-extra-dry","title":"Chazalettes \u0026 Co. Vermouth de Torino Extra Dry (750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eThis authentic Extra Dry Vermouth di Torino is produced according to the original recipe of the Chazalettes family, who in 1860 moved from Savoy to Turin and started the production of its Vermouths and spirits in 1876. It is based heavily on the original 1876 recipe and the modern reincarnation is made under the eye of Giovanni Chazelettes, the grandson of Chazalettes’ founder. Francesca Bava (who is spearheading the brand’s revival) says the Vermouth Extra Dry was central to the family’s decision to restart production, as the recipe is “completely different to all other Vermouths on the market”. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eUsing a high-quality Cortese base the wine includes 20 different herb and spice extracts, including Piemonte alpine Artemisia Absintium, lemon balm, bergamot, juniper, cardamom, Winter Savory and bitter orange. Each botanical is individually prepared, with the maceration time ranging from a few days up to many weeks. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eAt a lean 30 grams\/litre of sugar (less than Noilly Prat and Dolin for example), Bava describes the Vermouth as tasting “like a super aromatised wine… We used a really good wine for the base, so you can almost treat it like a wine.” It opens with citrus peel freshness, which is beautifully balanced with the roundness of the Piedmontese alpine herbs, accompanied by hints of juniper and other spices. Your Martini NEEDS this.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chazalettes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43272942420196,"sku":"16127-750","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/24efdf17-4535-f011-ac43-0a5a9202f90d_16127-750.png?v=1747739009"},{"product_id":"dark-matter-spiced-rum","title":"Dark Matter Spiced Rum","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eThose who know Dark Matter know that it is far from your average spiced Cane Spirit. First of all, it is Scotland’s first and only example, made in a purpose-built distillery in Banchory (between the Cairngorms and Aberdeen). Then it is a craft spiced cane spirit made from the finest possible ingredients. A produce-based spiced cane spirit if you like, rather than the syrup-based products that dominate the market. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eIt all starts with the highest purity level, refiner’s grade molasses—a standard of molasses almost unheard of these days in rum distillation. Following distillation, the all-important fresh spices are added for a week-long infusion. The recipe stands out not just for the freshness of the ingredients but also the notable absence of vanilla. Dark Matter’s infusion takes in a swathe of fresh ginger, green peppercorns, hand-crushed allspice berries and Indian long pepper (a close relative of black pepper yet with a spicier personality). Finally, to impart the ideal balance of sweet and spice, 60 g\/l molasses is added back. No caramel colour is added! The quality and freshness of the ingredients creates a huge whack of intense ginger and spice, and the standard of the molasses creates a texture and class that is unique in this style, in our experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dark Matter Distillers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273115435236,"sku":"12935-700","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/2013a51a-1735-f011-ac43-0a5a9202f90d_12935-700.png?v=1747710175"},{"product_id":"santamania-premium-vodka","title":"Santamania Premium Vodka","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eTrust a wine merchant to fall for a grape-based vodka. Unlike the vast majority of commercial vodkas, Santamanía use a neutral grape spirit, based on the local Tempranillo (rather than the grain or potato) that they distil themselves. During their trials the team at Santamania quickly discovered that the complex secondary alcohols from the grape spirit produced a more textural and delicately flavoured base (than grain spirit) when passed though Vera's six copper plates.   It seems a fair logic that the better the water, the better the vodka. Santamanía's unique choice comes from the highest Mountain in Spain, the volcano of Mount Teide in Tenerife. The water that makes its way through the underground volcanic galleries of Tiede derive from the humid trade winds that come off the Atlantic Ocean. These waters then slowly move through the porous bedrock for thousands of feet - a natural filtration that results in ultra pure water that is low in minerals; perfect for combining with alcohol. Each 330-bottle batch of Santamanía takes up to five hours to produce, rendering a highly textured, crystaline vodka that does not require filtration\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Santamania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273147252964,"sku":"13625-700","price":87.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/products\/6ad78f23-35fc-ec11-ab3d-024d026f405e_13625-700.jpg?v=1660773253"},{"product_id":"cognac-tesseron-composition","title":"Cognac Tesseron Composition","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eComposition is this producer’s first non-XO release, yet even here Tesseron have aimed to make something very special for its level. It pours a bright, light amber colour and offers aromatics of spiced autumn fruit, white flowers and fresh plum, while on the palate there is that classic Tesseron texture and vinous, fruity complexity—ensuring this Cognac’s sipping credentials. Important to note that there is no added colour, it is the older material in this blend that brings the hue and depth. At the bar, we have found the spirit mixes beautifully, adding finesse and lift to a wide range of stirred and shaken drinks. This makes sense, Tesseron told us that they had comprehensively tested the Composition in a number of classic cocktails before the final blend was signed off. It’s an exceptional and versatile example of Cognac at an exciting new price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cognac Tesseron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273209446628,"sku":"14705-700","price":154.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/cd19624c-4ab5-f011-ac48-0a5a9202f90d_14705-700.png?v=1761804293"},{"product_id":"stellacello-amaro-london","title":"Stellacello Amaro London (500ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eJoe Stella dates his love of amaro back to his days tending bars in Melbourne, some 20 years ago. His love of bitter flavours started somewhat earlier, as a young Italian lad sipping on chinotto as his mates enjoyed their Coca-Cola. Following the early success of his Stellacello Pompelmo (a stunningly delicious grapefruit-based liqueur), Stella took on a very personal challenge, in 2014, to create an original, London-bred amaro of a quality that could stand alongside his extensive collection of the finest Italian amari. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eSome 25 ingredients are used, (including Bethnal Green’s finest imported grapefruit peel and flesh, coriander seed, black peppercorn, orange zest, rosemary, Madagascan vanilla pod and whole fresh rhubarb), each added to a long, staggered maceration in neutral spirit. The sweetness—essential to balance the drink’s bitter elements—comes from the traditional addition of sugar syrup. The resulting brew carries heady scents of sarsaparilla, neroli, blackberry and currants, backed up by vibrant citrus and cinnamon. On the palate, you get notes of cola, burnt orange and red liquorice, with a soft and subtle bitterness balancing the well-rounded texture. Perhaps the best way to familiarise yourself with the brilliant quality and class on offer here is to serve this neat over ice as an after-dinner drink, although its measured sweetness and gentle bitterness also make it an ideal cocktail ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e","brand":"Stellacello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273304834276,"sku":"15714-500","price":104.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/849f84e6-0e40-ee11-ac3c-02c0c1c8e708_15714-500.png?v=1692615978"},{"product_id":"stellacello-pompelmo","title":"Stellacello Pompelmo (500ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eThe signature apero that started the ball rolling, Stellacello Pompelmo is a distinctive and far more interesting twist on the classic Italian Limoncello. The quality pink grapefruit that Stella sources gifts a racier, drier and pithier profile, so while Pompelmo can be enjoyed as a citrusy aperitivo (with tonic), or more traditionally as a digestif, it works equally well as a classy cocktail base and modifier. Already widely used by London’s best barkeeps, this amber liquid, with its sweet, zesty aromas and flavours, its subtlety and versatility, is clearly a fun ingredient to play with behind the stick.  The basic details are that Stella macerates his pink grapefruit peel in a high proof neutral base spirit for up to two months. The liqueur is then modestly sweetened with sugar syrup and cut to 29%. However, Stella admits that there’s a little more to it than that. Back home, he’s got a think tank of Australian-Italian Nonnas divulging their age-old family secrets (and that, it seems, is the way it is going to stay). Regardless, this is a must try.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stellacello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273304899812,"sku":"15715-500","price":107.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/c768b2cb-0e40-ee11-ac3c-02c0c1c8e708_15715-500.png?v=1692615981"},{"product_id":"chazalettes-co-vermouth-de-torino-bianco","title":"Chazalettes \u0026 Co. Vermouth de Torino Bianco (750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eThe exquisite, deceptively complex Vermouth Bianco uses Moscato as the base wine which Chazalettes ferments to relative dryness creating a slight bitterness, which is instrumental in balancing the wine’s sweetness. Aiming to hit the bianco sweet spot of balanced sweetness, bitterness and acidity, it incorporates 130 g\/L sugar, sweet citrus, elderflower, rhubarb, cardamom, coriander, mace, orange, sage and a selection of other bitter herbs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eCharacterised by intense floral and grape aromas, there’s sweet citrus, coriander, angelica and scented cardamom well-integrated with Piemontese Artemisia. Bitter notes of gentian and rhubarb balance the natural sweetness, which will serve well as the main component to many cocktails.  And, of course, it remains perfectly poised for sipping chilled and neat, as originally intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e","brand":"Chazalettes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273344286948,"sku":"16128-750","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/4fd41e0e-16fc-ec11-ab3d-0ac90280dbea_16128-750.png?v=1760944526"},{"product_id":"dark-matter-spiced-mocha-liqueur","title":"Dark Matter Spiced Mocha Liqueur (500ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eThis rum liqueur is the result of John and Ewan's experimentation around a trio of distinctive yet complementary flavours. It combines the richness and roast of Arabica coffee and toasted South American cocoa seeds with a just a dash of heat from Aji chilli peppers, all over a base of Dark Matter's distinctive Rum. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eIn the style you'd expect from this distillery, it's a far cry from your standard espresso martini mix, with its velvety palate and intense coffee and chocolate. The spice from the chilli balances the sweetness beautifully, and you'll wonder why it's never been added into coffee liqueurs before. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eNo sedate after-dinner sipper, served over ice or play with a plethora of shaken drinks. Expect that next round of Espresso Martinis to be propelled to stratospheric new heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e","brand":"Dark Matter Distillers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273591292132,"sku":"18899-500","price":51.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/dd4f9349-1bfc-ec11-ab3d-024d026f405e_18899-500.png?v=1760945864"},{"product_id":"balcombe-mabel-dry-gin-700ml","title":"Balcombe Mabel Dry Gin","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003e Mabel is distilled in Richmond in concert with the talented Brogan Carr, whom Cam Marshall describes as a “genius” regarding the way she has helped the lads bring their ideas to fruition. A soft base of juniper provides the canvas, green cardamom brings fragrance and samphire salty umami, while pepperberry adds a citrus tang and a lick of spice on the subtle finish. But the Balcombe team will stress that Mabel is not all about the botanicals. Silky smooth with depth and body, Mabel is designed to have the texture and intricacy you would expect in a Balcombe Gin, yet be more versatile to work with. Just like Dame Mabel Brookes, this succeeds in any scenario: in a G \u0026amp; T, a Vesper or a Negroni; garnished with citrus, herbs or flowers; topped with tonic, juice or something sparkling. In other words, it’s a must for every drinks cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e","brand":"Balcombe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273593651428,"sku":"18917-700","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/files\/232a8154-12fc-ec11-ab3d-0ac90280dbea_18917-700.png?v=1760945854"},{"product_id":"animus-distillery-davidsonia-gin-2021-500ml","title":"Animus Distillery Davidsonia Gin 2021 500ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eDavidsonia is Animus Distillery's delicious riff on a traditional English Sloe Gin. Instead of sloes (Prunus spinosa), the distillers work with native Australian Davidsonia pruriens, a tropical sour plum sourced from the temperate regions of Queensland. Snap-frozen (so the ice can help the distilled spirit to pierce the cell walls faster and provide an immediate release of explosive, fresh juicy flavour), the plums were steeped in an over-proofed version of the Animus Macedon Dry recipe for many months. It was then gently pressed down the road at the Musk Lane winery, extracting that distinctly Australian measure of intensity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eAs a seasonal, produce-driven Gin, each vintage of Davidsonia has its own personality, and the 2021 is both the most stylish and delicate so far. This year's release is rife with bright and aromatic top notes of ripe plum, lemon and rosehip, while the palate is full of lip-smacking zing, morello cherry and hints of guava. You'll still find those gentle, puckering tannins and lime-like acidy to balance the plummy sweetness. Because of its more delicate nature this year, we’d encourage you to drink over days and weeks rather than months (or keep in the fridge), so you can appreciate the seasonal differences while they are fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eDavidsonia is exquisite served chilled and neat, or with a dash of soda and a large wedge of blood orange, but it’s born to be used in cocktails, and provides a uniquely Australian canvas to anybody who wants to explore their creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cgrammarly-desktop-integration data-grammarly-shadow-root=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/grammarly-desktop-integration\u003e","brand":"Animus Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43273684517092,"sku":"19948-500","price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2575\/3828\/products\/a4230812-be1e-ed11-ab3d-024d026f405e_19948-500.png?v=1661463344"},{"product_id":"ester-negroni","title":"Ester Negroni","description":"\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eConsidering Felix Clark started his spirits journey in a quest for the perfect Negroni Gin, it stands to reason that his prebatched Negroni has plenty riding on it. Ester’s blend takes in equal measures of Ester Dry (the holy grail itself), Campari, and “the best damn Vermouth on the market (when you can find it!)”—Cocchi Vermouth di Torino. To mimic the icy stir down in the mixing glass, Clark uses 20% filtered water. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eYou get what you put in—this really is hard to match, and nigh-impossible to pick as a prebatched mix. Pour straight from the fridge or freezer (-15º works a treat, but don't over-chill or it will freeze) for one of the classiest and most authentic Negronis around. It’s certainly got enough flavour to be diluted with tonic or soda if that’s what floats your boat. 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The blend was brought together in ex-Tawny Port casks from the Douro. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result is a perfect combination of vibrancy and depth. The nose is sweetly aromatic with notes of cream soda, cacao husk, sandalwood, pineapple and green almonds. In the mouth, a viscous honeyed entry precedes spicy wood aromatics along with parchment and caramelised walnuts. Adding water brings a little of that Ardmore smoke to the fore. The finish is refreshing and long. 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To mimic the icy stir down in the mixing glass, Clark uses 20% filtered water. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"richp\"\u003eYou get what you put in—this really is hard to match, and nigh-impossible to pick as a prebatched mix. Pour straight from the fridge or freezer (-15º works a treat, but don't over-chill or it will freeze) for one of the classiest and most authentic Negronis around. It’s certainly got enough flavour to be diluted with tonic or soda if that’s what floats your boat. 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To mimic the icy stir down in the mixing glass, Clark uses 20% filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou get what you put in—this really is hard to match, and nigh-impossible to pick as a prebatched mix. Pour straight from the fridge or freezer (-15º works a treat, but don't over-chill or it will freeze) for one of the classiest and most authentic Negronis around. It’s certainly got enough flavour to be diluted with tonic or soda if that’s what floats your boat. 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