Hahn Chardonnay Monterey, 75cl

Deep ruby in the glass, this cabernetSauvignon commands attention from the moment it is poured. Rich, luscious scents of sweet berry fruits entice the nose, opening to wisps of cola, licorice and spice. An intense core of ripe blackberry and boysenberry greets the palate, giving way to notes of cassis, vanilla and earth. Firm tannins and food-friendly acidity balance the plush fruit, leading to a long, pleasant finish. The intense character and complex nature of this Cabernet Sauvignon is a strong partner for meat dishes such as beef stew and roasted venison. Try it also with a flavourful starter, such as gorgonzola and walnuts, or a simple dessert, like espresso gelato.

The characteristically uplifting aromas of ripe lime and grapefruit, nectarine, papaya and mango and floral notes of orange blossom, gooseberry and sweet fennel are striking. A chalky and weighty texture balanced by a minerally-citrus acid backbone. 

Combining the same classic ingredients for nearly 200 years, Angostura bitters are a key ingredient in many famous cocktails, often paired with gin and rum to great effect. Despite the name, its flavour is not bitter at all, with the strong aromatic flavour, powerful with gentian and spices. Many cocktails simply wouldn’t be the same without a dash or two of Angostura bitters and it’s the complex herbaceous nature of the product which allows it to offer additional depth and dimension to cocktails.

Yamazaki 12 year old is probably the most famous Japanese whisky there is. An exceptional single malt, it was one of the first seriously marketed offerings from Japan to reach the rest of the world. Intensely enjoyable and rich with nut oils and citrus zest, Yamazaki 12 year old is smooth in the mouth with biting winter spice providing that classic whisky flavour, with the fruity notes ensuring a rounded finish. A must for first-time Japanese whisky drinkers.

Casamigos Reposado Tequila is hand-crafted from the finest 100% Weber Blue Agave, rested for a minimum of 7 months, this soft and glossy tequila delivers hints of caramel and cocoa. The silky texture is undeniable with a complex and delicious character Casamigos Reposado Tequila is in abundance of flavour and should be enjoyed on its own or over ice to appreciate the fresh, lingering finish.

It comes from cows and goes well with cheese.

Fresh from Mexico and teaming with flavours of pumpkin seed and cocoa, the Mezcal Amores Cupreata is a single-variety mezcal that’s made from agave cupreata - a plant that’s only found 1,200+ metres up in the mountains of the Rio Balsas. Expect leathery notes and toasty, smoky flavours. It’s not nicknamed tequila’s smoky cousin for nothing.