Koval was founded in Chicago in 2008 by Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart and her husband, Dr. Robert Birnecker. The distillery was the first to open in the city since the mid-1800s. The word ‘koval’ means ‘smith’ or ‘blacksmith’ in many Eastern languages, but in Yiddish it also means ‘one who forges ahead’. Koval pays homage to Sonat’s grandfather who decided to “forge ahead” and move to the USA and start a new life from scratch. These products are all made organically and with a “grain to glass” philosophy, the distillery believes in only offering high-quality, well-made spirits using state-of-the-art technology. The unique mash bill of 51 per cent corn and 49 per cent millet offers a smooth and balanced bourbon with notes of mango chutney, vanilla, and peppery caramel. This bourbon is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks to appreciate these unique tasting notes.

Taittinger Brut Reserve is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier grapes from over 35 different vineyards and vintages. The wine is aged for a minimum of three years on its lees to develop its complex aromas and flavors. It offers a nose of white flowers, ripe peach, and brioche, with a subtle hint of honey. On the palate, it is crisp and fresh, with flavors of citrus, white peach, and a touch of almond. The wine has a delicate and creamy mousse, with a long and elegant finish. Taittinger Brut Reserve is a versatile champagne that pairs well with a variety of dishes, such as seafood, poultry, or light appetizers, and is also a great aperitif. It is known for its elegance, balance, and finesse, and has earned high scores from various wine critics.

This blend of straight bourbon whiskies, finished in red wine and sherry casks, offers a delightful array of aromas and flavors. The nose entices with inviting grain notes, reminiscent of porridge, accompanied by a medley of spices including cinnamon, clove, and spearmint. Subtle hints of baked apple, citrus oil, honey-roasted peanuts, and milk chocolate add layers of complexity. On the palate, nutty grain flavors take the lead, intertwined with red fruit, caramel, and vibrant spices like black pepper, cinnamon, and candied ginger. Citrus oil, walnuts, and a touch of cigar tobacco emerge, leading to a nutty and somewhat light finish. Distilled by Jim Beam master distiller Fred Noe and expertly blended by Suntory master blender Shinji Fukuyo, this bourbon offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, making it a true delight to savor.

Domaine Vacheron in the Loire Valley is a premier, family-run estate celebrated for its biodynamic (certified) 100% Sauvignon Blanc, producing quintessential Sancerre known for intense flinty minerality. Their wines are characterized by vibrant citrus, green apple, and herbal notes, boasting high acidity and a precise, elegant, and long-lasting finish. 

The nose tickles with caramel, spice, vanilla, and earthiness, with just a hint of balsamic vinegar. Warming. Coated with spices, ranging from cinnamon to allspice and from coffee to nutmeg. Eventually, patented caramel and vanilla, with a fun hint of cardamom. The long, enjoyable finish is earthy, but there’s an unwanted bitterness at the end that cannot be denied. If not for the bitter end, this would rate much higher.

Very dark ruby red. baked fruit, plums and cherries. fruity tastes, with hints of coffee and cocoa. Very well balanced.

Cold soaked prior to fermentation to extract color and aromatics. Spontaneous fermentation over the course of two weeks in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally in cement tanks. The nose is broad and complex, yet clean and fresh, with classic hints of red fruit mixed with notes of aromatic herbs and spices. In the mouth, the wine is broad, robust, and savory, with silky tannins and a long, fresh finish.

The nose of this wine is characterized by its fruity profile, offering a rich intensity of fruit with notes of fleshy red berries, crushed red berries, and hints of violet and blackcurrant. There are also nuances of fleshy plum, black tea, lily, saffron, and a subtle hint of vanilla. On the palate, it exhibits a mineral freshness and balance, with a defined fruitiness and roundness. The tannic structure is finely tightened, accompanied by a pleasant juiciness and a coating texture. Flavors of fleshy red berry, crushed raspberry, and pulpy red plum dominate, complemented by floral hints, iodine salinity, and subtle notes of liquorice, tobacco, graphite, and mocha. The tannins are smooth, with background nuances of toasted hazelnut and blueberry adding complexity.

Kahlúa Coffee Flavoured Liqueur offers a rich and complex taste profile featuring strong coffee notes, blended with hints of vanilla, chocolate, and a touch of sweet butter. The aroma is characterized by freshly ground coffee, dark chocolate, and vanilla. The taste is lightly syrupy and sweet, with dark chocolate and coffee competing for prominence, complemented by strong vanilla and a faint smokiness. The finish is smooth and creamy, with lingering coffee and vanilla flavors.

Established well over a century ago, Grand Marnier is still made using the original recipe of Cognac blended with the essence of exotic, Caribbean-grown bitter oranges. Enjoy aromas and flavours of orange zest combined with the spicy and fruity notes of fine Cognac. Sip after a meal or use in classic cocktails.

El Tesoro Reposado is a premium 100% Blue Weber agave tequila, traditionally crafted using tahona-wheel crushed agave and aged for 9-11 months in American oak ex-bourbon barrels. It offers a balanced, mellow profile with notes of cooked agave, vanilla, caramel, and white pepper, featuring a silky,, smooth finish. 

This is a graceful Chardonnay with inviting aromas of apricot, honeysuckle, white peach, and brioche with a mineral-floral note. The wine has a bright and flavorful mouthfeel with a savory coating, texture, and lingering citrus flavors.

Kara Newman's description captures the essence of this rum impeccably. With its inviting murky amber hue, the rum emanates rich aromas of maple and allspice, promising a delightful experience. Upon the palate, one is greeted by the luscious flavors of maple sugar, cocoa, and hazelnut, which gradually give way to a lively finish punctuated by notes of black pepper, ginger, and a subtle cayenne zing. The finishing touch of ex-sherry casks adds depth and complexity to the overall profile. As suggested by the producer, mixing this rum in a highball with coconut water would undoubtedly enhance its already exceptional qualities.

HENDRICK’S GIN is created via an absurdly inefficient, yet quite glorious process. In essence, to make one gin, we first create two. One on an old-fashioned pot still, yielding a rich and intricate spirit. The other on a long-necked Carter Head, producing a delicate, more refined spirit. Each still is infused with an unusual symphony of 11 botanicals: chamomile, elderflower, juniper, lemon peel, orange peel, caraway, coriander, cubeb berries, angelica root, yarrow root and orris root. The gins from the two stills are then married together and graced with curious yet marvellous infusions of Rose and Cucumber. This odd method of making gin enables HENDRICK’S to taste light, yet intriguingly complex. The result is a wonderfully refreshing gin with a delightfully floral aroma, elevating any cocktail and all occasions.

"For the vintage, this is a particularly rich wine. It is structured and firm with opulent black-plum fruit that gives the wine a ripe character. Dense with supporting tannins, the wine is going to develop well over the medium term. Drink from 2022. (RV)" (2/2017) -Wine Enthusiast (92 points)

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Barrel Strength (BP) at 62.5% ABV is an intense, high-proof Tennessee whiskey bottled straight from individual barrels, showcasing bold flavors of vanilla, toasted oak, sweet brown sugar, caramel, and dark spices, with notes of fruit and nuts, offering a rich, smooth, and powerful sipping experience unlike the standard JD, thanks to its high proof and selection from upper rickhouse barrels.

A straw-yellow reposado with classic flavors of white pepper joined by dusty hints of cocoa nib. A viscous, sweet first taste quickly moves to an incredibly bold, invigorating finish with intense flavors of cinnamon candy, roasted clove, and dark chocolate.

Introducing Sherry Cask 'The Bodega,' a captivating addition to our core whisky collection, ideal for aficionados seeking depth and complexity in their Single Malt. This cask-strength, sherry-matured Single Malt is a testament to luxury and refinement, boasting rich layers of sweet spice and oak. Crafted in collaboration with esteemed Sherry Bodegas in Jerez, Spain, our Master Distiller meticulously selects the finest casks to house our precious spirit, ensuring an unparalleled drinking experience. A tribute to Arran's earliest Single Malts, predominantly matured in Sherry Casks, this expression pairs exquisitely with our Quarter Cask 'The Bothy,' underscoring our Master Distiller's mastery in wood selection and cask expertise.

This wine presents a dark purple-red color, accented by a violet hue and a deep black core, offering an eye-catching visual appeal. The nose is richly aromatic, dominated by a bouquet of pronounced fruits including dark plums, black cherries, black currant jam, and blackberries, complemented by sweet elderberries. These fruit notes are beautifully integrated with a fine roasted aroma, hints of vanilla, and mild spices, creating a complex and inviting aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine showcases a well-structured body with good depth, featuring ripe tannins that blend harmoniously with well-balanced fruit flavors and mild spices. It is a wine of very good length and depth, making it a memorable and sophisticated choice.

AGAVE: Our agaves are 100% Blue Weber from the rich clay soil of the Highlands of Jalisco, Mexico. EXTRA SLOW FERMENTATION: Our unique flavor is the result of a painstakingly slow process. SLOW COOKING: Our agave piñas are roasted in a process that includes traditional brick ovens. COLOR: Crystal Clear AROMA: Hints of citrus & sweet agave. FLAVOR: Fruit forward with notes of vanilla and grapefruit. WATER: Purified Water

From the Piedmont wine region, Giribaldi 2014 is an intense and full-bodied Barolo with dark fruit, underbrush and earthy flavours on the palate and would benefit from a couple more years in cellar. The wine was aged in oak cask for 30 months and tannins are still quite firm

Producer tasting notes: "Chateau Suduiraut 2002 presents a golden yellow colour with amber glints. The intense nose reveals aromas of nuts, such as hazelnut, with heather honey and candied citrus. The palate is both concentrated and light, combining unctuosity, fruit flavours and freshness. The finish is consistent, ending with mineral, minty and fruit notes." - Chateau Suduiraut

This is the highest-quality premium-class vodka which, thanks to a unique system of ingredients compiled by the best professionals, is exceptionally delicate. It is made only from Polish cereals from Greater Poland, which have the Gluten Free certificate.

94 Points-Wine Enthusiast "Firm and still dry with the solid tannins, the wine's ripe fruitiness is developing well. The combination gives great potential. Black currant and berry fruits are both there with crisp juicy acidity. The aftertaste is a reminder that this wine has a long way to go. Drink from 2024. "93 Poins-Vinous "The 2014 Lagrange is terrific. Bold, juicy and exuberant, the 2014 possesses striking balance and textural richness. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, iron, smoke and tobacco underpin a core of intense red-toned fruit in a super-expressive, layered wine endowed with real pedigree. The firm, muscular tannins need time to soften, but there is plenty to look forward to."

After two years of drought, 2013 proved to be an excellent vintage with expressive black and red fruit in this 100% Tempranillo.Producer tasting notes: "Colour: Medium-high layer, with red background. Nose: Very good intensity with notes of black and red fruit that are interspersed. It is very expressive, with the life and freshness of the coldest vintages as it is the case of 2013. Depth is transformed into expressiveness and more aerial character marked by a lighter fruit. Palate: Medium volume, where black and red fruits appear alternately. Sensation of herbs and leaves in the forest, typical of the Atlantic vintages. Very fresh, aerial and enveloping at the same time. Tannins are fine and the fruit endures in the aftertaste with a magnificent sensation of freshness." - Bodegas Roda

Shinobu Distillery is located in Niigata (Koshi area) of Japan, which is famous for its “Three White” treasures namely snow, rice and sake. Quality whisky selected from all around the world is reserved in bourbon and sherry casks for more than 3 years and later finished with precious Mizunara oak in Japan. “Shinobu” in Japanese means forbearance, which is considered an important trait of Japanese culture; thus, the name reflects the spirit of making good whisky. Tasting Notes: Nose: Butter, coconuts, candy, mint, grass, wood. Palate: Smooth, a bit oily hint of Chinese incense, butter, vanilla. Finish: Medium, sandalwood, vanilla.

Traditionally, Palermo was a blend that included wine not used in Mercury Head or Papillon, but winemaker Dave Phinney now sources fruit specifically for this bottling. The Cabernet Sauvignon Palermo, aged for 11 months in 34% new oak and crafted from a blend of estate-grown and purchased fruit, also incorporates small proportions of Merlot and Malbec. It presents aromas of cherries, cassis, and subtle earthiness, complemented by hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Full-bodied and well-balanced, it offers a combination of firmness and softness, resulting in an overall enjoyable drinking experience.

Smokehead Original is a bold Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky crafted for lovers of intensely peated whisky. Produced from an undisclosed Islay distillery, it delivers powerful aromas of wood smoke, sea salt, spice, and citrus, balanced by subtle notes of honey and vanilla. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with layers of earthy peat, black pepper, smoky oak, dried fruit, and a touch of sweetness, leading to a long, warming finish with lingering smoke and maritime character. Bottled at 43% ABV, Smokehead Original is unapologetically smoky, distinctive, and perfect for those seeking an adventurous Islay whisky experience.

La Fée Parisienne is an all-natural absinthe distilled in France, featuring a classic strength of 68% ABV. It is crafted from Grand Absinthe (Artemisia absinthium), Petit Absinthe (Artemisia pontica), and Genepi (Genepi Artemisia), along with green and star anise, fennel, hyssop, and coriander. Each of the nine botanicals is individually distilled rather than in a single process, and then meticulously blended by the master distiller following a French Absinthe Museum-approved recipe. This labor-intensive method ensures the consistent quality of this Absinthe Supérieure.

Crown Royal is a premium Canadian blended whisky that is known for its smoothness, rich flavor, and iconic packaging. It is made using a blend of 50 different whiskies, which are carefully selected and blended to create a perfectly balanced and complex flavor profile. Crown Royal is aged for a minimum of three years in oak barrels to give it a smooth and mellow taste, with notes of vanilla, caramel, and butterscotch. It has a warm and comforting finish, making it a popular choice for sipping neat or on the rocks. Crown Royal is also commonly used in cocktails and mixed drinks, thanks to its versatility and smooth taste.

The 2018 Bodegas Roda Reserva is an elegant, expressive Rioja blend (typically Tempranillo, Graciano, and Garnacha) from an exceptionally cool, rainy vintage. It highlights vibrant, fresh red fruits with perfectly integrated oak, culminating in a delicate, long, and silky finish.

This Grangestone Single Malt has been matured in traditional American oak casks until it has achieved the perfect balance of flavours, green leafy notes play in harmony with its sweet delicate oak flavour. The whisky is then transferred into casks that have previously held Sherry to allow for further development. Aroma: A rich malty aroma with subtle notes of dried fruits and cinnamon sticks. The sherry cask influence has introduced a sherbet spice and oaky character. Taste: Rick and spicy with layers of sweet oak, raisins, apricots and fresh oak. Addition of a little water releases the characteristic flavours of sherry cask. Finish: Mellow and enduring

Old Forester 1910 is a 93-proof (46.5% ABV) Kentucky Straight Bourbon, the final bottle in the Whiskey Row series. It is a double-barreled, "Old Fine Whisky" created by finishing mature bourbon in a heavily charred second barrel, offering a smooth, sweet, and creamy profile with notes of caramel, dark chocolate, and toasted oak.

Gibson's Finest Venerable 18 Year Old is a smooth, rich Canadian whisky with a complex flavor profile. It's known for its oaky, vanilla, and caramel notes on the nose, along with subtle spice and fruity rye. On the palate, it offers caramel, vanilla, and sweet corn flavors, with hints of pepper and oak. The finish is well-balanced, with lingering notes of pepper, zesty lemon, oak, and rye spices, and a sweet, fruity aftertaste.

Monkey 47 is a remarkable gin, with 47% alcohol content and 47 herbs and spices for distillation. It also differs in the use of pure water from the Black Forest, on the southwest border of Germany. A German exclusive, Monkey 47 gin is complex and exhilarating, one of the most popular in the world.