Booze

The bittersweet flavour of the Italian Spritz is like sunshine itself, bright with flavours typical of its origins. The sweetness from orange is perfectly fused with the complex and astringent flavours of rhubarb, finishing dry and deliciously refreshing.

Firm flavours with juniper and citrus. Earthy notes fill the mid-palate which has lovely vinous qualities. The pepperberry adds warmth and delivers a generous, dry finish.

This unique spirit has been impossibly crafted to capture the essence of a gently aged white rum with flavours that are distinct and contemporary. Lyre's spirits have their own distinction as a premium, non-alcoholic beverage.

Vanilla with hints of ginger, dried fruits, sherry sweetness and wood smoke. Deliciously smooth, with rich dried fruits and sherry, balanced with wood smoke and spice. Sweet toffee, dried fruits, lingering wood smoke and spice.

On the palate, this dram is a spicy bomb in the foreground, drying slowly the palate. It highlights black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Then it evolves to the sweeter side, full of vanilla and raisins. It is lighter than expected, with orange sponge cake and baked apple notes. There are intense drying oak flavors, and light almond notes. The finish is long and dry, highlighting nutmeg and a fresh touch of ginger.

It's a smooth, sherry-forward, easy drinker of elegance and style. It won't overpower your palate, it's�sweet and not too spicy, full bodied and rich�- everything you look for in a special occasion whisky to be shared with friends and colleagues. It's a bit overpriced for my liking, but that's Macallan

Smelling this whisky is incredible! Citrus fruit and fudge come to the forefront with a delicate malt in the undertones. The palate is smooth, seriously smooth. Fudge and citrus balance well with malt that rolls around the mouth like syrup. A slightly spicy finish with layered honey and a touch of vanilla.

Mad March Hare Irish Poitin is a traditional, small-batch Irish spirit made using malted barley, sugar beet, and spring water. It s distilled three times and bottled at 40% ABV. It has a unique flavor with notes of toasted grains, herbs, and citrus, and is often compared to moonshine.

Made in Jerez with a blend of 100% Airen grapes, the Magno is aged in a Solera system of American oak casks which have been seasoned with Sherry. Lots of rich, plummy notes with touches of hazelnut, citrus, vanilla and honey.

Has a very toasty aroma, with sweet spices and deep, thick caramel. Palate Creamy and very soft. Then it opens up, in fact it explodes with spiciness which concentrates on the tip of the tongue. Its on nutmeg, mulled wine spices, allspice, cinnamon.

There are lovely notes of spiced honey and mixed peels, a little malmsey, hazelnut and a touch of cut fruit with toasty oak providing a backbone. Palate Rich and full. There are notes of rye and spice, barley malt, a little nut oil with butterscotch and vanilla. Finish Quite sweet with butterscotch and dry oak spice.

Malfy Originale has a very classic style nose. Spice notes are slightly loud with a lot of piney, green and herbaceous juniper right beside it. The only critique might be that the nose has a touch of alcohol, with an ethanol-forward nose. The slightest tinge of lemon on the tip of the tongue when sipped.

Infused with Italian oranges and select Sicilian blood oranges, this gin offers a uniquely flavourful taste experience that will inspire thoughts of the sunny Italian coast. It hae vibrant citrus notes, with a kiss of juniper, capped by a rich palate.

Very citrus forward and fresh, with touches of woody juniper bringing character. Lemon notes are authentic, bright and mouth-filling.

Tangy pink grapefruit at the fore, balanced well by peppery juniper and a touch of thyme.

Malibu rum has a full and rounded, lightly toasted coconut aroma, and a creamy coconut taste with vanilla custard notes. The body is delicate with a soft warming rum taste and a lasting silky finish. Fresh, light, creamy & sweet coconut together with rum and vanilla.

The Mancino Vermouth di Torino Rosso Amaranto is full-bodied and has hints of vanilla, rhubarb, juniper, toasted wood, myrrh, cloves, cinnamon, orange peel and a bitter sweet finish.

This gorgeous golden-orange liqueur bears fresh mandarin/tangerine aromas. The body is thick and buttery, and the palate follows the nose, but here the bold fruit flavor is well balanced with a tingling spiciness and notes of nutmeg and cinnamon. The finish is long and spicy/sweet

Oily, loud and flavoursome, this is one of the most transporting gins around. Gin Mare is a vibrant, herbaceous gin, with rosemary, olive, thyme, basil and juniper creating a distinctive, summertime vibe. Oily and resinous, it makes for a fantastic Negroni or Gibson and is a lovely G&T when garnished with citrus.

Salt the rim of your rocks glass by rubbing a slice of orange around the rim, then running the edge through salt. Add ice to your shaker (and some to your glass), then 75ml of mixer and 50ml of your favourite tequila. Shake for 15 seconds then strain into your glass and garnish with a slice of lime. For a twist try adding fresh fruit or, if you are adventurous, chilli syrup.

If youre partial to a Margarita but youre not sure how to mix one up, let Jose Cuervo come to the rescue with its Classic Margarita Mix. Take one part Tequila, three parts Classic Margarita Mix, stir with some crushed ice and voila!

Vibrant, rich and complex, with orchard fruit candied plum and apple harmonising with roasted notes of mocha coffee, toasted almonds and vetiver.

These are hallmarks of the Martell style. With a rich, clear gold colour, Martell VS Cognac promises a lot. It doesn t disappoint either, having an intense aroma of plum, apricot and candied lemon. It s taste is of luscious fruity notes which have become associated with Martell.

Bitter orange zest, fresh juniper an a slight hint of licorice and gentle spice behind it. Its quite classic in profile with a lot of juniper fortifying it at first glance. When they speak of the specific method for getting the most out of their citrus, its fairly evident here that the work has paid off. The orange notes are the star.

Intense and citrus. An emphasis on the spicier, peppery notes of cassia and nutmeg. Harnessed to an exact higher craft strength for a smooth and attractive alcohol sensation.