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CONTENTS ABSINTHE / ARACK Château Musar

BRANDY – ARMAGNAC & CALVADOS Coquerel

1

17

Kubler

1

BRANDY – COGNAC Bache-Gabrielsen BRANDY – EAU-DE-VIE Poli Distillerie

Leopold Bros.

1

16

Massaya

1

AGAVE – MEZCAL Don Amado

16

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Purkhart

16

Mezcal de Leyendas

2

BRANDY – GRAPPA Nardini Spirits

Mina Real

3

Palomo

18

3

Poli Distillerie

Pelotón de la Muerte

19

3

Ultramundo

3

FORTIFIED – VERMOUTH / AROMATIZED WINE Bonal 38 Byrrh 38 Cappelletti 38 Cocchi 38 Comoz 38 Dolin 41 Mattei 41 Quady 41 Timbal 41

AGAVE RAICILLA

El Acabo RaicillaS

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AGAVE – TEQUILA 3 4 5

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ArteNOM Cazcanes Cimarrón

4

5

5

Elvelo

5

Fortaleza

6

GIN

Fuenteseca

7

Arbikie Distillery

G4

20

7

Bayab

Lagrimas Misguided Purasangre

20

8

Boomsma Four Pillars

20

8

21

8

Hayman Distillers

Volans

20

9

Herb Garden Leopold Bros.

21

AMARI / FERNET / APERITIVO Amaro Dell’Etna

21

10

Mirabeau

23

Boomsma Cappelletti Cardamaro

10

Misguided Spirits Murrell’s Row spirits

22

10

22

10

Poli Distillerie

23

Chambéryzette

11

Right Gin

23

Cocchi

10

Wanderlust

23

Leopold Bros.

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LIQUEUR

Murrell’s Row Spirits

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Alpeggio Liqueur

Nardini

24

11

Argiolas

Royal Vallet

24

11

Averell Damson

24

BITTERS / SYRUPS / NON-ALCOHOL Bittercube Bitters

Boomsma

24

13

Dolin

24

Greenbar

15

Gabriel Boudier

25

Jack Rudy Cocktail Co

14

Greenbar Heirloom

25

Royal Rose

15

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WHISKEY – AMERICAN Cyrus Noble

Kronan

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Leopold Bros.

44

26

Field & Sound High ‘N Wicked Hillrock Estate James E. Pepper Leopold Bros. Misguided Spirits

Misguided Spirits

46

27

Nardini

44

27

Nux Alpina

45

27

Poli Distillerie

44

27

Rothman & Winter

46

28

Salers Gentiane

46

28

Old Medley

Sevez

46

28

Wathen’s

St. Elizabeth

46

28

Taylor’s Zirbenz

28

WHISKEY – IRISH Pearse Lyons

28

47

READY TO DRINK Cappelletti

WHISKY – JAPANESE Fuji Distillery

36

49

Greenbar

36

Hakata

48

Poli Distillerie

36

Ikikko

48

Tip Top Proper Cocktails

36

Takamine Whiskey

49

READY TO DRINK – NON-ALCOHOLIC Aplós

37

WHISKY – SCOTCH & SINGLE MALTS Arbikie Highland Estate

Greenbar

37

50

Ardnamurchan Distillery

50

RHUM AGRICOLE / CACHAÇA Depaz Rhum

Filey Bay

50

34

Glenallachie Indri Distillery Isle of Raasay

50

Dillon Rhum

34

51

Pitú

34

51

Van Oosten

34

Kilchoman

52

RUM

Lochlea Distillery

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Exposición Panamá-Pacific Foursquare Rum Distillery

31

MacNair’s

52

31

M&H (Milk & Honey) Distillery

52

Misguided Spirits

31

Nc’nean Pokeno

53

Probitas Rum

32

52

Scarlet Ibis

32

White Heather

53

Smith & Cross Ten to One Rum

32

WHISKY – SINGLE BARREL OFFERINGS Single Barrels

32

54

SINGANI

Singani 63

17

VODKA

Arbikie Highland Estate

42

Misguided Spirits

42

Vulcanica

43

Vusa

43

Wanderlust

43

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CHÂTEAU MUSAR LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY Chateau Musar was the first producer in Lebanon to achieve organic certification for its vineyards in 2006. Most are located in the Bekaa Valley, cradled between two mountain ranges running parallel to Lebanon’s Mediterranean coastline. Château Musar L’Arack 106PF / 750ML From the storied Lebanese Château Musar, L’Arack de Musar is made from grape spiritsspirit with an average age of five years. It is unique in that it is distilled four times with the addition of anise seeds during the 4th distillation, followed by one year of aging in terracotta amphorae which contributes to its licorice aromas. The additional distillation results in a very pure, sophisticated, and easy to drink Arack. Smooth, sweet, and clean, it can be enjoyed without water. 4-1/2 Stars Difford’s Guide KUBLER SWITZERLAND Kübler Absinthe is a traditional Swiss style of absinthe, hailing from the birthplace of Absinthe, Val-de-Travers, Switzerland. Currently produced by Yves Kübler, the fourth-generation master distiller – in accordance with original award-winning family recipes dating back to 1863 and 1875, and only utilizing the highest quality wormwood, sourced specifically from the unique terroir of the region. Kubler Absinthe Supérieure 106PF / 375ML / 1.0L An original family recipe dating back to 1863, consisting of nine distinct botanicals, macerated, and distilled. “La Bleue” or “Blanche Absinthe”. Kubler Absinthe Verte Suisse 144PF / 375ML An original family recipe dating back to 1879, consisting of three distinct botanicals macerated and distilled, and an additional four botanicals held in secondary maceration. LEOPOLD BROS. USA, COLORADO, DENVER Leopold Bros. is an award-winning, small-batch distillery in Denver, where Todd and Scott Leopold are bringing old world methods to craft spirits. Leopold Bros. Absinthe Verte 130PF / 750ML Created following the traditions of 19th Century European master distillers, this is a clean, straightforward, and refreshing absinthe: pale straw yellow-green liquid with a wallop of licorice aroma and flavor and medium body. Adding ice water coaxes out more complex lime and cinnamon scents, as well as lemon, orange, and anise notes on the finish. “Excellent Absinthe” Wormwood Society Silver Medal International Wine & Spirits Competition MASSAYA LEBANON, BEKAA VALLEY While drawing on the experience of their French partners—Hebrard in Bordeaux and Brunier in Chateauneuf-du-Pape—they are at heart winemakers of Lebanon. Their ancestors and their land are their inspiration. Massaya Arak 100PF / 375ML / 750ML Exceptional! Indigenous Obeidi grapes are fermented for two weeks, then double distilled in traditional Moorish lid copper stills over vine wood embers. On the third distillation, it is macerated with organic green aniseed from the Syrian slopes of Mount Hermon, imparting distinctive aroma and flavor. It is then aged in traditional clay amphorae for two years, lending a subtle color and a notable maturity. Serve with two parts cold water.

The history of absinthe is a cocktail of myth, conjecture and controversy. A turn-of-the-twentieth-century favorite of artists and writers, the spirit was banned in the United States in 1912 because it was believed to be hallucinogenic. Just a few years ago, it once again became legal in America to buy the high-alcohol, anise-flavored liquor. The term “absinthe” comes from Artemisia absinthium, the scientific name for its key ingredient, wormwood. Long before distillers discovered it, the herb was used for medicinal purposes. The production of absinthe is much like that of gin: High proof neutral spirit is infused with a blend of botanicals, including wormwood, and redistilled. Traditionally, the alcohol is infused a second time before bottling to intensify the flavor and create the signature green color. Many modern producers skip this final step and use dyes instead. PEAKRADAR.COM

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AGAVE MEZCAL

DON AMADO MEXICO, OAXACA Eleven generations of continual mezcal distillation with a legendary commitment to craftsmanship and experimentation have culminated in a spirit that is simultaneously complex and approachable. Don Amado is made from earthen-roasted maguey hearts which are, after crushing, fermented together with their piña fibers for a rich maguey character.The mash is then double distilled in small traditional ceramic clay pots. Don Amado Rústico 94PF / 750ML The flagship expression of the Real de Minas Distillery, Don Amado Rústico is made using the historic method of slowly roasting fully mature Espadín maguey hearts on firewood embers before natural fermentation with airborne yeast, followed by a slow double-distillation in ceramic pot stills. The minero clay-pot still is quite prevalent on the nose with aromatics leaning towards ash, crushed walnuts, roasted corn, and savory spices. A bright, citrus Espadín agave palate is well balanced against notes of caramel, butterscotch, and fresh herbs. Don Amado Añejo 87PF / 750ML A regal take on what many consider to be an essentially rustic distillate, Don Amado Añejo shows amazing complexity beyond simple smoke, and is a great example how barrel flavors can complement rather than mask agave’s wild charms. Don Amado Reposado 92PF / 750ML An homage to the popular history of Oaxacan clay-pot mezcal aged in brandy barrels, Don Amado Reposado uses exhausted brandy barrels from Pedro Domecq to create a nostalgic flavor of earthen-smoked maguey with the soft caramel and butterscotch notes of American white oak. *Aged varieties are matured in American oak casks previously used for barreling Pedro Domecq brandy. Don Amado Arroqueño 92PF / 750ML Rustic and refined, Don Amado Arroqueño is made from an enormous maguey species that requires 18 years to mature but is cultivatable, so ecologically sustainable while simultaneously wildly exotic and delicious. Bright floral aromatics of caramelized maguey, leather and soft smoke lend structure to ripe, cooked yam fruit flavors. Don Amado Pechuga 92PF / 750ML An autumn ‘harvest bounty’ mezcal, Don Amado Pechuga is a third distillation of our Don Amado Rústico, made with the addition of seasonal fruits, nuts and spices including apricots, wild criollo apples, hard, stubby bananas with clove, cinnamon, raisins, almonds, and walnuts. A treasure of complexity that exhibits rich, bright fruit notes, roasted nuts, dark baking spice, wafting hints of clean smoke, fresh cinnamon, and stone fruits.

MEZCAL DE LEYENDAS MEXICO, OAXACA Offering a collection of artisanal mezcales from different states from the Denomination of Origin of Mezcal. Mezcal de Leyendas Cuixe Oaxaca 2018 92PF / 750ML An ultra-premium and incredibly rare mezcal. Harvesting Cuixe agave is extremely difficult and takes 12-15 years to grow to maturity. Since it takes so long to ripen, and harvesting only happens for three months out of the year, production of this mezcal is all the more unique and limited. Mezcal de Leyendas Puebla 96PF / 750ML Sustainable harvested agave from northern valleys of Puebla. This agave potatorum, commonly known as Tobalá is called Cenizo in Puebla. This is the largest field of sustainably cultivated maguey tobalá in Mexico, thanks to the vision of the Alva family. Mezcal de Leyendas San Luis Potosi 84PF / 750ML In this rocky arid land, few agaves grow as well as the salmiana. Known as Verde, this wild agave from the San Luis Potosi central plateau has one of the most unique flavor profiles of any agave. TEQUILA: must be made in one of the 5 certified states in Mexico MEZCAL: can be made in one of 10 approved states in Mexico, but is most broadly produced in Oaxaca state. WHY ARE THEY DIFFERENT?: 1 . They’re made with different kinds of agave. Tequila must be made exclusively from Blue Weber Agave (Agave Tequilana). Mezcal can be made from more than 30 varieties of agave, the most common being tobalá, tobaziche, tepeztate, arroqueño and espadín, which is the most common agave and accounts for up to 90% of mezcal. 2 . They’re distilled differently. Both tequila and mezcal are made from the harvested core of the agave plant, otherwise known as the “piña.” However, that’s where the similarities in production end. Tequila is typically produced by steaming the agave inside industrial ovens before being distilled two or three times in copper pots. Mezcal, on the other hand, is cooked inside earthen pits that are lined with lava rocks and filled with wood and charcoal before being distilled in clay pots. While some large-scale mezcal producers have adopted modern methods, artisanal mezcal makers continue to use this more traditional method, which is the source of the smokiness commonly associated with mezcal. — Food & Wine Regions / Map Varietals Technically all tequila is a type of mezcal, but not all mezcal is a tequila...

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MINA REAL MEXICO, OAXACA Mezcal Mina Real is an ecologically sustainable mezcal made with agave slowly cooked in a brick kiln without the consumption of firewood. Mina Real Mezcal Blanco 92PF / 750ML Modern and historical techniques are used, the agave honeys for Mina Real are fermented intact with their crushed agave piña fibers, followed by double distillation in copper alembic stills for earthiness and character. 92pts GOLD “EXCEPTIONAL” BTI ‘13 Mina Real Mezcal Reposado 84PF / 750ML Mina Real Mezcal Reposado is distilled from 100% agave Espadín. Real de Minas Distillery steam-roasts the agave, saving wood and keeping the piñas (hearts) un-charred. It’s twice distilled in ceramic pot stills and ages in used American white oak casks for an undisclosed time. PALOMO MEXICO, SANTIAGO MATATLAN, NOM-O20X The Palomo Mezcal brand is from Del Buen Agave, a collective of producers in the “Mezcal Capital of the World,” Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca. They have been working together since 1930, and became an official Cooperative Society in 2006. Mezcal Palomo was launched in 2013 with plans for wider national and international distribution. Palomo Espadin Mezcal 92PF / 1.0L Palomo Espadin is made with agave Espadin that took 9 years to reach maturity. This agave is traditionally cooked in an underground pit oven, milled by horse-drawn tahona, and double distilled in a copper still. Aromas and flavors of smoked agave with touches of citrus on the palate.

PELOTÓN DE LA MUERTE MEXICO, OAXACA Produced by Master Mezcalero Cutberto Santiago in the village of Santiago Matatlán in Oaxaca

Pelotón La Muerte Espadin 94PF / 200ML / 750ML / 1.0L

Pelotón de la Muerte is made from 100% agave Espadín cooked in a pit oven covered with volcanic rocks. The juices from the cooked piñas are pressed using a traditional tahona, then fermented in wooden vats before being double distilled in copper pot stills. Pelotón de la Muerte means “brigade of death” and the label depicts the flag used by insurgents during the Mexican Revolution. Pelotón de la Muerte Criollo 90.2PF / 750ML Produced from wild agave native to the region of Guerrero, this is an intense mezcal with notes of light smoke. Pelotón de la Muerte Pechuga 100.4PF / 750ML Produced from a field blend of wild agaves from Guerrero, this vegan pechuga mezcal delivers smooth flavors ULTRAMUNDO MEXICO, DURANGO Ultramundo Mezcal is an agroforestry project. They’re attempting to foster a balanced relationship with nature through craft spirits, specifically artisanal mezcal, using the agaves from their 24,000-acre ranch in Mapimí, Durango. They leave at least 20% of the agaves that reach maturity to do what they do naturally: go to seed and regenerate their population. Ultramundo Mezcal Lamparillo 94PF / 750ML Ultramundo is produced using wild Lamparillo agave. Each plant reaches maturity between 15 to 20 years of age. Artisanal production, using the traditional techniques from the Durango region, producing an incredibly pleasing flavor profile. of cooked agave, mandarin, oranges, anise, and mint.

AGAVE RAICILLA

Nicknamed “Mexican moonshine” because of its underground production roots, raicilla is made in the state of Jalisco like tequila— but its piñas are roasted rather than steamed. It is made from various types of agave, which determines if it is “coastal (Agave angustifolia and rhodacantha)” or “mountain (Agave maximiliana and inaequidens)” raicilla. Floral, fruity, and fragrant, it’s typically served neat. What is Raicilla?

EL ACABO RAICILLAS JALISCO El Acabo serves as a perfect introduction to this authentic and captivating spirit, acting as a bridge to the world of raicilla, especially for those who have yet to have

the pleasure of discovering it. El Acabo Plata Raicilla 84PF / 750ML

100% Agave Maximiliana. El Acabo embodies a deep bond between tradition and flavor, honoring Jalisco’s historic harvest celebrations. This smooth, delicately fruity raicilla is the perfect introduction to the spirit, offering subtle citrus and herbal nuances. Its translucent clarity and silky body caress the palate with unique elegance. 97pts Platinum Medal, Superlative

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AGAVE TEQUILA

ARTENOM MEXICO, JALISCO Tequila ArteNOM presents aficionados with the personal selections of world-class artisan tequila distillers. These limited release Selecciones celebrate the best of tequila craftsmanship by highlighting the agave cultivation altitude, soil and masterful distillation techniques of different tequila-producing regions. We invite you to savor these personal distillers’ selections and celebrate their particular art of distinction, the Art of their NOM.

No two ArteNOM selecciones will ever be the same

ArteNOM 1123 Tequila Blanco Historico 86PF / 375ML / 750ML Produced in El Arenal, Jalisco at the renowned Destilería Cascahuín from lower-brix valley agave. The distillate is then barrel conditioned for 21-28 days in brandy casks that previously held Oaxacan mezcal.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1146 Tequila Añejo 82PF / 375ML / 750ML From agave grown at 4,620’ elevation, this Añejo was aged for nearly three years in Loire Valley French oak before finishing for a final fourth year in used Tennessee rye casks.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1414 Tequila Reposado 82PF / 375ML / 750ML One of the most terroir-driven flavors in the business, agave grown at 5,400’ elevation and fermented using field derived yeast.

Arte NOM Seleccion de 1579 Tequila Blanco 81.4PF / 375ML / 750ML Using tequila’s highest altitude agave from 6,079’, Felipe Camarena crafts this bright, aromatic tequila from stressed hillside agave, slowly roasted in brick ovens, macerated intact with fiber for a pronounced flavor, and distilled with rainwater.

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CAZCANES MEXICO, JALISCO Cazcanes Tequila is named after the Caxcan ― the last indigenous Mexicans to be conquered by the Spaniards. Their lineup of tequila is based on an old recipe found in a moonshine still in the jungle. It’s crafted with traditional methods, using artesian well water from deep underground and ripe blue Weber agaves that grow in volcanic soil. After the agave hearts are cooked and crushed, they are left to ferment naturally. Then, the juice is distilled using alembic stills. Cazcanes No. 10 Blanco Still Strength Organic 108PF / 750ML Cazcanes No. 10 Still Strength Blanco Tequila is a mouthwatering 108-proof spirit in its handmade glass bottle. Cazcanes No 7 Blanco Organic 80PF / 750ML No. 7 Blanco captures the pure essence of agave, offering a crisp and vibrant profile with pronounced notes of fresh citrus, sweet agave, and just a hint of black pepper. Cazcanes No. 7 Reposado Organic 80PF / 750ML

are cooked, crushed, fermented, and distilled using traditional methods. After resting for an extended period of time in American white oak casks, the tequila is bottled at 80 proof. Cazcanes No. 9 Blanco Organic 100PF / 750ML Cazcanes No. 9 Blanco offers a more refined and complex flavor profile, with sweet, cooked agave, floral notes, and a subtle minerality. Its higher proof delivers a richer mouthfeel and a long, smooth finish. Crafted in Amatitán, Jalisco, using fully mature 100% Organic Blue Weber Agave from the lowlands, this expression follows the same meticulous process as the No. 7 Blanco, with a focus on preserving the agave’s natural essence. The tequila undergoes double distillation in stainless steel pots with copper coils and is aerated before bottling. Rested in stainless steel vats for 1-3 months, it achieves a robust flavor profile. Cazcanes No. 9 Rosa Blanco Organic 100PF / 750ML Our Still Strength Blanco (54% ABV) was placed in a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, first-fill French Oak casks. It was aged for 31 days and then bottled at 50% ABV or 100 proof. This is a limited edition. This is the only batch that will be made this year. Cazcanes No. 9 Rosa Reposado Organic 100PF / 750ML Aged for 82 days, the Rosa Reposado develops a deeper ruby hue and a richer, more nuanced taste. The extended aging in wine barrels infuses it with a blend of fruity undertones and a refined wine influence, elevating its complexity and depth. LIMITED BATCH RELEASE ELVELO MEXICO, JALISCO ElVelo Tequila celebrates the distinctive character of the Tequila Valley – 100% Puro de Agave, sourced entirely from its Volcanic-Rich soils. Conceived in collaboration with second-generation Master Distiller Carlos Hernandez Ramos of La Cofradia and thought-leading craft cocktail bartenders, with the goal of producing a Tequila that makes the very best cocktails – from the Margarita to the Paloma, to the Rosita, and beyond. ElVelo comes in both 750ML and 1.0L bar-friendly formats, higher proof at 44.5% ABV, traditionally produced (no diffusers, autoclaves, additives, etc.), unadulterated, BIG and BOLD Valley profile Tequila. ElVelo Tequila Blanco 89PF / 750ML / 1.0L 100% Puro de Agave, sourced entirely from the Tequila Valley, Unaged and bottled at 44.5% ABV. ElVelo Tequila Reposado 89PF / 750ML / 1.0L

Crafted by Cazcanes Tequila Master Distiller Collin Edwards, this expression is made from mature blue Weber agaves and artesian well water from deep underground then rested in oak. Cazcanes No. 7 Añejo Organic 80PF / 750ML This tequila is based on an ancient recipe found in a jungle still. After the ripe blue Weber agaves are harvested, they

CIMARRÓN MEXICO, JALISCO Cimarrón Tequila from Jalisco is distilled from hillside agave grown at 4,620’ elevation, where plant sugars reach an average of 24-26° Brix. A low-pressure, slow agave roast creates Cimarrón’s bright, forward flavor, and fermentation is entirely natural. Cimarrón Tequila Blanco 80PF / 375ML Flask 24 pk / 750ML / 1.0L Cimarrón Blanco is a highland pure-agave tequila distilled for a dry profile to allow greater control of cocktail sweetness. This is 100% non-diffused, zero additive tequila made from all fully mature agave. Perfect for cocktails, but delicious on its own. Cimarrón Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML / 1.0L Cimarrón Reposado is aged in historic tonneles and is colored in the historic tradition of using true anejo tequila rather than adding coloring and flavor agents.

100% Puro de Agave, sourced entirely from the Tequila Valley, matured for at least 2 months in Ex Jack Daniels barrels.

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FORTALEZA MEXICO, JALISCO Hand-crafted, stone-milled tequila by fifth generation Sauza family using traditional techniques, all echoing their unique heritage, authentic production process and artisan methodologies. The agaves for Fortaleza are slow roasted in steam driven brick oven, 100% tahona ground, fermented in open pine tanks, and double distilled in copper Alembic stills. Fortaleza Tequila Añejo 80PF / 750ML 100% Agave Tequila: Aged two to three years in oak barrels and has a beautiful silky-smooth character that does Añejo right: 100% Agave Tequila: The Fortaleza line-up is fantastic, but the Blanco shows the purity of the spirit with tons of depth. Vegetative, roasted herbs, spice, orange peel and coriander shows this is a sipper to enjoy. “Best of the Best” Best Lowland Blanco Tequila Fortaleza Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML 100% Agave Tequila: Aged in barrel for up to nine months, no less than six, and is authentic tequila, the kind that would make Sauza’s ancestors proud. rich, but not cloyingly sweet. Fortaleza Tequila Blanco 80PF / 750ML

“Best of the Best” Best Lowland Reposado Tequila Fortaleza Tequila Still Strength Blanco 92PF / 750ML

Aromas of fruit, baked fully ripened agave, green olive, and earth are invitingly present. Brighter and more rustic than the regular blanco, the accents of butter, olive, earth, black pepper, and vegetal qualities in the flavor are enhanced because it comes straight from the small copper pot still, without adding water prior to bottling. For years, the only way to sample this was to visit the distillery in Jalisco.

3 4 5 MEXICO, JALISCO (Tres, Cuatro, Cinco)

The spectacular mark is presented in limited-edition crystal decanters designed, signed, and numbered by the iconic Mexico City artist, Alonso Gonzalez Jr.

3 4 5 Tequila 87PF / 750ML

This extraordinary bottling by architect, distiller and master blender Enrique Fonseca is a mélange of 30% three year, 40% four year, and 30% five-year Extra Añejo tequilas aged exclusively in French oak. This is the pinnacle of highland super premium tequila.

Sold in handmade crystal decanters created by artist Alonso Gonzalez Jr. Only 1000 of these bottles were made.

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FUENTESECA MEXICO, JALISCO The Fuenteseca Reserva Extra Añejo Tequilas include the oldest bottled tequilas in the history of the tequila business. They exemplify barrel aging mastery by using assorted wood types, storage conditions, altitudes, and micro-climates to mature nuanced spirits. These historical selections are made available to us by Enrique Fonseca, who began storing these legendary distillates twenty-five years ago and now periodically releases them when determined to be optimal. The Fuenteseca Tequilas are also the first commercially available tequila products authorized by the CRT to carry both an agave harvest vintage date as well as a barrel aging statement. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 7yr 84PF / 750ML Enrique Fonseca distilled this expression in early Spring of 2010, with three-quarters of the bottling made in a double-copper column still with removed plates to achieve a lower distillation proof, and the remaining quarter made in an alembic pot still. Half of the run was then stored in American white oak previously used to age California red wine, and the remaining half barreled. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 8yr 86PF / 750ML Master Distiller Enrique Fonseca distilled this selection in late Spring of 2008, with three-quarters of the expression made in a double-copper column still with plates removed to achieve a lower distillation proof, and the remaining quarter made in an alembic pot still. One-quarter of the distillate was then laid in American white oak previously used to age California red

Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 11yr 83.4PF / 750ML

Distilled in 2006, this 11-year expression blends column and alembic pot still spirits for a rich, low-proof profile. Aged at 3,800 feet in a climate-controlled subterranean cellar, it matured in a mix of California red wine and dark French

oak casks to create a complex, dry finish. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 15yr 86PF / 750ML

The highland agave used in this lot were harvested in Atotonilco in the Spring of 1998. The distillate was aged 15 years in a dry, earthen-floor aging room where a delightful faint sweetness was achieved by aging nearly all in American white oak, with only 3% laid into French Oak. 75% of the white oak casks previously held Bourbon and the remaining 25% were California red wine casks and one Chardonnay cask. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 18yr 87PF / 750ML Distilled in September 1995, this 18-year expression combines column and alembic copper stills. Initially aged at 4,600’ in Canadian Rye casks for six years, the blend was then split between Rye and California Red Wine European oak barrels. A final 12-year rest in a cool, breezy climate creates a deeply refined finish. Fuenteseca Reserva Añejo 21yr 87PF / 750ML This lot was distilled in copper double-column stills from mostly 1984 plantings harvested in late 1993 and laid into barrel in early 1994. The casks were stored 10 years in a dry, earthen-floor room in Atotonilco el Alto, before being moved to a higher, cooler climate on the slope above the highland town, where they remained for 11 more years. Nearly all of the barrels were previously used for aging California white wine, with one barrel having been used for aging Canadian rye whiskey.

wine, and three-quarters was aged in used dark French Oak. The casks were stored for the full 8 years in a damp climate cellar used in the early 1900s as a water cistern, to slowly settle the spirit in a colder environment with reduced wood interaction.

G4 Tequila Blanco 80PF / 750ML

G4 MEXICO FOUR GENERATIONS. Distilled by Master Tequilero Felipe Camarena at his innovative El Pandillo Distillery. G4=Fourth-generation tequila producers. Located in the village of Jesus Maria, roughly 7000’ elevation, in the Los Altos region of Jalisco. 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agaves, grown for 6-8 years in mineral rich, red clay soil fields adjacent to his distillery. Roasted for 22 hours in masonry ovens, split by an axe, then slowly crushed by “Felipestein”, his mechanical tahona roller, custom built by Felipe from recycled parts. Slowly fermented over 5 days to develop flavor complexity, then distilled twice in copper pot stills.

Nice minerality and forward aroma from rainwater distillation. Silky texture with slight heat. True agave, spicy, peppery, smooth, and delicious with nice buttery notes and smoky elements. Complex, but pleasant sipping. G4 Tequila Blanco High Proof 108PF / 750ML G4 Tequila Blanco Fermentada de Madera 84PF / 750ML A very limited-edition wood-fermented tequila that is a yearly release. The use of deep well water imparts even greater character to this complex, spicy, and nutty white tequila. Handcrafted in miniscule batches. G4 Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML Traditionally aged for at least six months in very old George Dickel Tennessee whiskey barrels, now often blended with some new barrels for enhanced character, Our Reposado is an expression of the landscape, with flavors influenced by the floral, herbal, and citrus plantings we grow at Rancho El Pandillo. 94pt Gold, Exceptional Wine Enthusiast

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AGAVE TEQUILA

LAGRIMAS MEXICO, JALISCO Lagrimas del Valle is a Vintage, “Rancho Unico” (Single Ranch) Tequila — celebrating the unique and distinctive characteristics of the very best single ranches of Agave. Lagrimas is produced in collaboration with the Rosales family, of Tequila Cascahuin, led by current Master Distiller, Salvador “Chava” Rosales Trejo - the fourth generation of his family, their distilling tradition dating back to 1904 in El Arenal, Jalisco; within the heart of the “Valley” of Tequila. Lagrimas Plata La Loma 92PF / 750ML La Loma is the Fourth Field harvested for Lágrimas del Valle, selected for its high-quality agave. It showcases an agave forward presence, with hints of citrus peel, ripe melon, roasted pine nuts, & clover, with a punctuated and layered palate, bright citrus notes, subtle minerality and rich agave. Lagrimas Reposado La Loma 92PF / 750ML La Loma Reposado rested for just 3 months. It showcases notes of tangerine, canela, and lemongrass, all around a core of roasted agave, anise, salted caramel, and cantaloupe.

PURASANGRE MEXICO, JALISCO Spanish for “Thoroughbred,” Tequila Purasangre is highly regarded in Mexico for its mature-agave flavor and highland Atotonilco El Alto pedigree. Native highlander and master distiller Enrique Fonseca employs a unique technique by distilling first in stainless steel alembic pot stills followed by a second distillation in copper pots. The tequila is both rich and balanced, with a distinctive agave flavor inherent of Atotonilco’s 5,200’ elevation. In keeping with Casa Xalixco’s house preference, they are barreled in French oak casks. Purasangre Blanco 80PF / 750ML Full bodied and rich, this Blanco is one of the truest forms of traditional Mexican Tequila flavor. Only the agaves of the highest sugar levels are used, creating a spicy, earthiness very representative of a mid-slope grown agave. 92 PTS Gold “Exceptional” BTI ‘13 Purasangre Blanco Fuerte 87PF / 1.0L Full bodied and rich, this Blanco is one of the truest forms of traditional Mexican Tequila flavor. Only the agaves of the highest sugar levels are used, creating a spicy, earthiness very representative of a mid-slope grown agave. 92 PTS Gold “Exceptional” BTI ‘13 Purasangre Reposado 80PF / 750ML Aged 10 months in French Oak. Clean aromas of cooked agave and walnut notes. Balanced, soft palate with hints of raisins, plums and tobacco. Purasangre Añejo 80PF / 750ML Aged 2 years in Oak. Elegant and intense on the palate with

MISGUIDED MEXICO, JALISCO Inspired by the Misguided Spirits of earlier times who lived

life on their own terms and shaped the world around them by building a community, giving them a voice, a purpose, and a good stiff drink. Misguided Black Doves Sacred Heart Tequila Blanco 80PF / 750ML / 1.0L

notes of almond, vanilla and coffee. 94 PTS Gold “Exceptional” BTI ‘13 Purasangre Extra Añejo 5YO 80PF / 750ML

Sacred Heart is distilled from 100% blue agave in Jalisco, Mexico. Slow roasted and double distilled, then brought to proof with volcanic mineral rich water giving it a balance of simple complexity that makes Sacred Heart Blanco Tequila the perfect Tequila to drink straight, with soda, or in cocktails. Misguided Black Doves Sacred Heart Tequila Reposado 80PF / 750ML / 1.0L

Purasangre Extra Añejo Tequila spends 5 years aging in French oak. Master Distiller Enrique Fonseca Cerda produces this at La Tequileña distillery. (NOM 1146).

MERCIALAGO INGREDIENTS 1½ oz Purasangre Tequila Blanco ¼ oz Mina Real Mezcal 1 oz grapefruit juice ¼ oz lime juice

¾ oz Simple syrup 1 dash rose water DIRECTIONS

What gives our Reposado Tequila it’s wonderful caramel color and bold flavors and aromas is the aging process of at least 3 months in American oak barrels, intensifying its agave flavor and toasted aroma.

Shake with ice, strain into a Collins glass garnished with Sal de Gusano (or chili powder salt) and fresh ice. Top with soda water & garnish with a long grapefruit zest. — ADAPTED FROM A RECIPE BY TRAVIS BROWN AT DISTILLED & ALDER, NYC

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VOLANS MEXICO, JALISCO, NOM 1579 Volans Tequila is family-owned, future-friendly, and traditionally made in Mexico using a 100% mechanical tahona. Discover our story rooted in craft, sustainability,

and a deep love for tequila. Volans Añejo Tequila 84PF / 750ML

Volans Añejo Tequila is a limited edition of 2,700 bottles capturing our Mexican heritage with exceptional craftsmanship. Aged for one year and twelve days in American, French, and German oak barrels, this tequila offers a rich, complex character balanced with natural agave sweetness. Volans Extra Añejo Tequila 6YR 86PF / 700ML Our 6-year Extra Añejo is presented in a 700ml Limited Edition bottle and gift box. Zesty mandarin oranges and lemon meet rich black raspberries and barrel spices. Leather, nutmeg, and a hint of ginger are highlighted by star anise and pink peppercorns. Creamy almond custard and toasted coconut give a tropical touch, with a dominant agave undertone. A rich blend of floral, dried fruit, citrus, baking spices, chocolate, and salty caramel, harmonized with mineral and cask undertones. The initial sip introduces citrus, the next brings warmth with decadent flavors, and the final sip offers a lasting, terroir-infused finish. Volans Blanco Tequila 80PF / 750ML Volans Blanco tequila unaged and made from fully mature Blue Weber Agave & a mix of three sources of water – Rain, +450ft deep well, and spring water. It has been oxygenated or aerated. It is a truly enjoyable Blanco tequila to sip slowly. Volans Reposado Tequila 80PF / 750ML Volans Reposado Tequila is ‘rested’ in used American white oak bourbon barrels for under one year. This imparts complexity, aromas, & flavors. It is lighter in color and has a kiss of barrel notes. This allows the agave to shine through. Volans Still Strength Blanco Tequila 106PF / 750ML Still Strength Blanco is our newest expression. It boasts a breakdown of 40% spring water and 60% deep well water. Ten percent of the overall expression is derived from fiber-fermented tequila. An enticing medley of green apples, lemon drops, white & green peppercorns, and more. Creamy, mouthwatering sweet agave mingles with a punch of salt and pepper. A touch of almond paste harmonizes with the fruit and spice, creating a bold agave expression.

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AMARI / FERNET / APERITIVO

AMARO DELL’ETNA ITALY Amaro dell’Etna has its roots on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, where more than 26 herbs and aromatic plants used to craft this spectacular digestif grow. The 100% natural special recipe embodies the volcanic nature of Sicilian soil and, even after more than one hundred years, still conveys its traditional, authentic taste. AMARO DELL’ETNA 58PF / 100ML / 750ML / 1L Amaro dell’Etna’s flavor profile is well-balanced, exhibiting bitter citrus and orange peel, as well as bittersweet rhubarb and licorice. 95pts Gold Tastings.com BOOMSMA HOLLAND, FRIESLAND Still an independent fifth-generation family-owned business, thereby ensuring that old traditions are cherished, and new ambitions fulfilled. Boomsma Beerenburger 60PF / 750ML First produced about 125 years ago. An 11-herb tincture similar to Cloosterbitter but the botanicals are different. Full-bodied herbal bitter made by adding herbs to genever with notes of coriander, licorice, gentian, juniper berry and laurel. Has a smooth, yet bitter, finish. It is bracing neat, chilled and on the rocks—also a perfect bitter component in a whiskey-based cocktail. CARDAMARO ITALY Cardamaro is a longstanding product of what is today a 4th generation winemaker in Canelli d’Asti. Cardamaro Vino Amaro 34PF / 750ML Producer Giovanni Bosca uses estate wine as the base for his Amari. After infusing the wine and other botanicals with cardoon and Blessed Thistle, the distillate rests in new oak for at least six months. 34 proof, low for typical Amari, and less bitter than many with a smooth, nutty, candied winter spice quality to it. Cardamaro is one of the most unique and interesting Amari available. An absolutely fantastic price for a high quality, delicious Amari and a perfect gateway into the world of Italian bitters. 91pts Best Buy Wine Enthusiast COCCHI TORINO, ITALY Since 1978, Giulio Cocchi is owned and operated by the Bava Family. The winery still maintains its artisan character and follows the original recipes, formulated by Giulio Cocchi in 1891, to craft distinctive wines that have made Cocchi a cult name. Cocchi Dopo Teatro 32PF / 500ML Translated as, “After the Theater,”.. this vermouth Amaro has been created according to the original recipe by Giulio Cocchi where Artemisia was enriched with rhubarb, quassia wood, chiretta and a double infusion of cinchona. The addition of Barolo Chinato to the base wine gives delicately red nuances and a further soft and complex note – totally Cocchi style. 95pts Excellent Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016

CAPPELLETTI ITALY, TRENTINO ALTO ADIGE The production of a rabarbaro liqueur by the amari and aperitivi producer Cappelletti dates back over a century. Cappelletti Alta Verde Amaro 48PF / 750ML

Amaro Alta Verde’s hallmark flavor was common long ago throughout the Adriatic. The principal ingredient is assenzio, a variety of wormwood. A blend of alpine herbs, citrus and spice frame and lighten the classic bitter profile. Enjoy with citrus and tonic or soda, or over ice with a big squeeze of lemon. In cocktails, it balances sweeter drinks. Cappelletti Amaro Sfumato Rabarbaro 40PF / 750ML Sfumato derives from the Italian word for smoke “fumo”. This speaks directly to the profile of this amaro which marries a dark smokiness with nuanced bitter woodsiness from herbs and notes of sweet berries. The main ingredient is a special Chinese Rhubarb for generations grown in Trentino Alto Adige. 92pts Wine Enthusiast Cappelletti Elisir Novasalus Vino Amaro 32PF / 750ML Perhaps the most earnest of digestivi, Elisir Novasalus is revered in Alto Adige and regions beyond. Made by an Erboristeria (master of botanicals) and trader in wines, it combines in a six-month process the plants from the surrounding high alps (Alto Adige) with a dry Marsala and a unique tree sap of Sicily. The resulting amaro is bold, bitter and exceptionally complex, with layers upon layers of flavor. Famously comforting after a large meal. While not traditionally mixed, it is nicely followed by a small glass of sparkling wine. Unrivalled in its palate effect, it makes for a perfect finish to a meal. Cappelletti Pasubio Vino Amaro 34PF / 750ML Pasubio was one of the first amaro recipes created by Guiseppe Cappelletti at the beginning of the 20th century. It is an ode to the mountain range just south of Rovereto. Flavors of pine, blueberry, smoke and alpine plants give a true expression of place. The deep favors and lush texture are also the result of its preparation on a rich wine base. Cappelletti Vino Aperitivo 34PF / 750ML An artisanal wine-based aperitif made by the same family for over four generations. Made from mostly Trebbiano, the nose is round and very full, captivating with a hint of bitterness and herbs. The texture on the palate is generous, providing a slight bitterness from notes of citrus peel. Cappelletti Aperitivo Mazzura 34PF / 200ML / 750ML Aperitivo Mazzura distinguishes itself in both its multidimensional flavor and stunning fuchsia color. Botanicals are sourced from Dolomite hills and valleys in Italy’s Triveneto region, birthplace of the spritz. Mazzura’s color comes from a unique blend of flowers and fruits that is entirely natural and vegan.

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CHAMBÉRYZETTE FRANCE, AUVERGNE-RHÔNE This specialty of Dolin, first created by Rosalie Dolin in 1902, draws its qualities from strawberries of France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region on a base of Vermouth de Chambéry. Chambéryzette Strawberry Aperitif 32PF / 750ML Chambéryzette is a palate-pleasing aperitif that captures the aromatics, acidity and delectable flavors of wild alpine strawberries. It’s exceptionally versatile and adds a vivid, balanced strawberry profile to drinks like a spritz, vodka soda, Martini, or a wild strawberry Negroni. It stands apart from the simplistic and overbearing sugariness of other French strawberry aperitifs and liqueurs. LEOPOLD BROS. DENVER, COLORADO Home to eight stills in five different styles, made by some of the finest craftsmen in the world. They are the first distillery in the world in over fifty years to run distillations of a Three Chamber Still, a truly rare and unique piece of engineering and art. Leopold Bros. Aperitivo 48PF / 750ML The brothers went back to the drawing board to create an all-natural version of the bitter aperitivo that uses real cochineal for color and brings a bolder, bitter flavor. Sweet and bitter, with a citrus overlay, more earthy and floral than other aperitivos. It mixes like a DREAM! Gold Medal 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition MURRELL’S ROW SPIRITS USA, GEORGIA. DECATUR Inspired by the duality of Murrell’s Row street and the free-thinking values of the Rowdies, Murrell’s Row Spirits seemed like a fitting name for our distillery. Nate, Lee, and Bo all have their roots in bars, restaurants, and hospitality. The community and the love that surrounds the service Eno Amaro was designed to have a bittersweet balance that won’t overpower a cocktail. This Georgia-made amaro is inspired by a classic, homemade cola recipe. 19 botanicals go into making a batch of Eno Amaro. Orange, lemon, and lime peels are macerated and distilled to give Eno bright aromatics. Baking spices such as clove, allspice, star anise, and whole vanilla beans bring warmth and sweetness. Hyssop adds a herbaceous, grassy note. Rhubarb root adds a deep earthy backbone. Gentian root and bitter orange peel bitterness balance the sweetness from the organic cane sugar. Wild cherry bark adds just an extra touch of a woody, cola note. With distillation, maceration, and time all these different flavors marry to make the balanced, approachable flavor of Eno. industry is why we are here at all. Murrell’s Row Eno Amaro 60PF / 750ML

NARDINI VENETO, ITALY Spicy harmonies. Enjoying a moment in company, for an aperitif or after a meal; a truly pleasurable addition to the evening. Aperitifs and bitters made from naturally blended spices, herbs and citrus fruits to amaze you with their bold, harmoniously balanced flavor. Nardini Amaro 62PF / 1.0L An infusion of alcohol, bitter orange, peppermint and the roots of the alpine yellow gentian. Amaro Nardini is a smooth digestive liqueur with a distinct licorice aftertaste. It has a well-balanced, herbal and fruity taste, with an intense chocolate brown color. Amaro can be served straight up, chilled or on the rocks. 92pts 2016 Wine Enthusiast

BUSTED PIPE (BOURBON AMARO COCKTAIL) INGREDIENTS 1 ½ oz. Nardini Amaro 1 ½ oz. bourbon 1 luxardo cherry 1 lemon twist DIRECTIONS

Place a large ice cube in a glass. Pour in the amaro. Pour in the same amount of bourbon. Garnish with the luxardo cherry and lemon twist. Stir with a spoon, then enjoy.

ROYAL VALLET MEXICO, MEXICO CITY Henri Vallet crafted these classic bitters in the 1860s, when he emigrated to Mexico from France during colonization. He remained in his adopted homeland and by the 1880s had established local prominence as a skilled distiller. Vallet Amargo Angostura Vallet 90PF / 750ML A bitter liqueur made from Angostura bark and a maceration of cherry fruits, cloves and other roots and spices. Herbal notes of bittersweet dark chocolate and citrus rind balance an earthly richness to create this delightful elixir. Vallet Fernet Vallet 70PF / 750ML Made from a maceration of aromatic plants, roots and spices including cinnamon, clove, quassia wood, gentian root and cardamom. An intensely herbal, woodsy digestif. Vallet Granada Vallet Bitter Liqueur 64PF / 750ML

Pomegranate tartness with hints of cinnamon and fennel is balanced by woody gentian root, wormwood and cinchona bark, with citrus notes of orange and kaffir lime. Oaxacan cochineal delivers its beautiful color.

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BITTERS / SYRUPS

BITTERCUBE BITTERS WISCONSIN Created by hand with naturally sourced ingredients, using no extracts or oils. The process takes 2-5 weeks depending on the variety. One-gallon jars or batches in barrels—but the hands-on process remains the same. Bittercube Bitters add depth to cocktails with just a few drops. Bittercube All Day Aromatic Bitters 96PF / 300ML A high quality, handcrafted, workhorse bitters made for day-to-day use. With more than a decade of experience in the industry, the crew at Bittercube set out to create bitters without excess and pretension. Bittercube Blackstrap Non-Alc / 5oz Full-bodied, slightly spicy and earthy, with two types of molasses, three types of cinnamon, nutmeg, sassafras, and sarsaparilla. Perfect to garnish egg white cocktails. Provide visual appeal and intense aroma. Bittercube Bolivar Non-Alc / 5oz

Bittercube Ginger Allspice Non-Alc / 30ML

Jamaican jerk botanicals in bitters? That’s crazy. Crazy good! Leave it to us to tinker with pimento – also known as allspice – and capture the essence of a berry that’s been used in drinks since the ancient Mayan age. These rum-based bitters are at home in tiki drinks, add instant mulling spice to hot cocktails, plus elevate ginger flavor and spiciness. They’ll even hold their own against punchy ryes and smoky spirits like mezcal and scotch. Bittercube Grapefruit Hibiscus Non-Alc / 30ML this infamous batch took inspiration from Jamaica Tea, which marries spices like ginger and clove with hibiscus during the holiday season. Whether your

cocktail is up or on the rocks, you can turn up the Jamrock with each dash delivering grapefruit and hibiscus overtones plus underlying spice notes of allspice, ginger and vanilla. Bittercube Orange Non-Alc / 5oz Citrus forward with aromas of bright orange, toasted coriander, caraway, and cardamom. Bittercube Orange Bitters are finished with a touch of burnt sugar, creating

Versatile, with floral notes of chamomile and jasmine, plus cinnamon and dried fruits on the finish. Bolivar is an homage to an old recipe found in a 19th century cocktail book. Bittercube Cherry Bark Vanilla Non-Alc / 5oz Woodsy and aromatic, these rustic bitters have an aroma of cocoa and bitter almonds, with flavors of vanilla, fennel, and star anise. Bittercube Chipotle Cacao Bitters 94PF / 5oz With a variety of chili peppers, cocoa, coffee and cubeb berries, Chipotle Cacao has great heat and depth of flavor, reminiscent of a mole. This unique variety of chocolate bitters is finished with agave nectar and sea salt, which rounds out an already exceptional and uncommon offering.

subtle, caramelized orange character. Bittercube Root Beer Bitters 94PF / 5oz

Earthy and dark, Root Beer Bitters are complex and complement barrel-aged spirits. Citrus and herbal notes

balance the anise and cinnamon. Bittercube Trinity Bitters Non-Alc / 5oz

A proprietary blend of Cherry Bark Vanilla, Bolivar and Orange Bitters creates an all-purpose bitters style. This union is rested for more than a month, amalgamating the flavors to produce a unique, versatile, bitters.

What Exactly Are Bitters?

Bitters are alcoholic spirits that are infused with herbs, roots, fruit and leaves. They typically consist of water and alcohol,which has been steeped with a combination of botanicals. Made with high proof alcohol and strong flavors, bitters are highly concentrated; just a dash or two is necessary in a cocktail, and you’re never supposed to drink them alone. (Potable bitters, or bitters you can drink on their own, like Italian amari, are a distinct category.) The Kitchn explains that bitters use high proof alcohol for “maximum flavor extraction and preservation,” and that for a neutral flavor, vodka and grain alcohol, like Everclear, are best. You can also

make bitters using other alcohols, like 101-proof bourbon or 151-proof rum. With so many possible combinations of botanicals and alcohols, the world of bitters is vast and varied.

So what’s their point? Ira Koplowitz, co-founder of bitters company Bittercube, told Journal Sentinel. You add a drop or two to a cocktail to balance out flavors and add depth to a drink.

“BITTERS... the spice rack of the cocktail world”

—IRA KOPLOWITZ

— HUFFINGTONPOST.COM

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