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Shake well before use; best served slightly chilled. \u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 20cl bottle and 50cl bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCracking Coconut Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Cracking Coconut Cream Liqueur is created with semi-skimmed milk, sugar, alcohol and a small amount of grappa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have low alcohol content (17°) to bring out the distinctly individual flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis also perfects the conservation of milk and its organoleptic characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural ingredients (milk, rather than milk protein, and water), and the special processing through controlled temperature emulsification, lend these products a remarkably creamy consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is something completely lacking in similar mass-produced items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eCracking Coconut Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably one of the most unique liqueurs in the world!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts individuality lies in maintaining the suspension of the coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides a completely new sensation that you might never have tasted before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiolo \u0026amp; Max always pay special attention to the quality of the raw materials, all strictly natural and when possible organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make this gorgeous Coconut liqueur they only use 5 main ingredients: fresh milk, sugar, coconut, alcohol and natural aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAbout Piolo \u0026amp; Max\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pioloemax.it\/content\/7-piolo-e-max\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTwo young liqueur producers from Trieste\u003c\/a\u003e, who in 2003 embarked on an adventure running a small business creating their own liqueurs and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor them there is no magic formula, but a true passion and love for the work they do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey always pay special attention to the quality of the raw materials, all strictly natural and when possible organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir little \"workshop of spirits\" is in the heart of Trieste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is also a place where everyone is always welcome to drop by at any time to taste new flavours... and test their latest inventions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eItalian Liqueurs: a tradition of quality\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaly is not only and simply known for its fine wines, but also for a high number of liqueurs and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalians mainly enjoy this kind of products as an after-dinner digestive, but they are often important ingredients for desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCracking Coconut Cream Liqueur - 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Thyme? Sarriette? Marjoram? The famous recipe remains secret, but owes much of its success to the aromas produced by Provençal plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn accordance with Paul Ricard’s original recipe, Ricard pastis should be served cold.\u003cbr\u003eIt should be prepared by adding 10cl of chilled water to 2cl of Ricard and then adding the ice cubes last. 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The legend adds that, with time, Baron de Sigognac who had thoroughly separated each harvest in different casks took first the idea of selling his brandies as genuine vintaged Armagnacs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Baron de Sigognac distillery is a traditional one. It is located on the north wing of the main cellar, an old imposing building in the very heart of the vineyard. At Sigognac, the distillery is primarily the place where the secrecy of the house know-how holds an uttermost importance. The distillation is this magic moment when the entirely natural wines give birth to the sublime Sigognac Armagnacs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs soon as it is distilled, the Baron de Sigognac Armagnac is already unique and high class. At this point, it is instantly placed in new oak barrels!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron de Sigognac Bas Armagnac VS is beautiful, delicate, rich flavour, combining sweetness and spiciness. A unique and stylish Armagnac. 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(DUSA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon August 22, 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough this company is relatively new, the tradition of making quality rum in Venezuela using the these facilities which is not. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/therumhowlerblog.com\/rum-reviews\/dark-rums\/diplomatico-reserva-exclusiva\/\"\u003ehttp:\/\/therumhowlerblog.com\/rum-reviews\/dark-rums\/diplomatico-reserva-exclusiva\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact sugar cane has been cultivated in Venezuela perhaps as early as the 16th century. Systematic rum production in Venezuela can be dated to 1896.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2009 when I wrote my original review for the Exclusiva Reserva, the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dusa.com.ve\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistilleries Unitas S.A. (DUSA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewebsite states that the rum they produce is distilled from “honeys derived from sugar cane” and fermented molasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, all of the stills and distillation kettles were made from copper. The website also made it clear that flavouring and aromatic agents are used in the production of their rum, as this statement on the website attested:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Only high purity distilled alcohols and rich aromas and flavours are used to manufacture rums…”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, today (2014) the DUSA website no longer makes any mention of kettle stills or of any flavouring and aromatic agents used in the production of their rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI doubt that they have changed their rum; more probably, they have decided less information regarding their production methods may be wiser in the long run from a marketing prospective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the record, I have no objection to the use of flavouring agents in rum, as this is a tradition which dates back to the very origins of rum distillation and production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, this practice is recognized in the regulations which govern what can legally be called rum in both\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652222300350,"sku":"GORDRU0081","price":43.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/RM-Diplomatico5-1.jpg?v=1653484567"},{"product_id":"doorlys-xo-barbados-rum","title":"Doorly's XO Barbados Rum","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum, a light brown rum distilled from fermented molasses, aged in used whisky barrels then finished in Orolosso Sherry barrels. Doorly's XO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum is a fairly light bodied rum with a smooth smoky finish reminiscent of a good whisky.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum, is light, aroma and tropical fruit in the initial taste are well balanced with hints of spice, lightly roasted nuts and hints of spice lead to a warm smoky finish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXO deviates from the profile of classic aged Bajan rum in terms of depth of character, but Doorly's XO sips on its own merit and I enjoy this rum on the rocks. Bottled at 40% alcohol by volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum has a special ‘rare' second maturation which takes place in solid oak Spanish Oloroso Sherry Casks, which ages DOORLY'S XO Fine Old Barbados Rum to perfection for a taste of exception smoothness and superiority. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ministryofrum.com\/rumdetails.php?r=735\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.ministryofrum.com\/rumdetails.php?r=735\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRL Seale is one of Barbados’ oldest trading houses, a family-owned business whose involvement in rum making extends from father-to-son since 1820.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent head distiller, Richard Seale, is one of the region’s most innovative distillers and blenders and has a passion for producing perfect rum with great flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of those rums that could turn whiskey and bourbon drinkers over to rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany whiskey drinkers don't explore rum because they think it is either to sweet or all tastes like Morgan and Bacardi gold. This one shows that even bargain rums can have depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Fine and not too expensive sherryish rum. I have read from somewhere that they don't put any additives to this rum, so it's quite dry. Many rums are very much sweetened. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is tasteful and nicely sherryish and nutty rum thing. There is sharpness, but there is also balance and quality. For the little money recommended, but don't pay too much. My advice.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly's XO Barbados Rum - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652223250622,"sku":"EVRD02","price":45.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/RM-Doorlys-XO5-1.jpg?v=1653484568"},{"product_id":"ancnoc-12-yo","title":"AnCnoc 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAnCnoc 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight, yet complex, it’s smooth yet challenging, each twist and turn delivers a surprise. This is a dram that has something for everyone. The nose delivers soft very aromatic notes with a hint of honey and lemon in the foreground. The palate is sweet to start with an appetising fruitiness and a long smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proprietors of the Knockdhu distillery have managed to confuse their customers by repeatedly switching between the brand names 'An Cnoc' and 'Knockdhu' over the years. In 2003, they redesigned their 12 year old standard official bottling with the name'An Cnoc' to avoid confusion with the products of the Knockandu distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDCL (Distillers Company Limited) started construction on Knockdhu in 1893; a few years before 'the whisky boom' of the late 19th century reached its peak. Actual production started in October 1894 and it continued uninterrupted until 1931 when the distillery was closed. One year earlier the management of Knockdhu had been taken over by Scottish Malt Distillers (SMD), who decided to ressume production again in 1933. Knockdhu distillery remained in operation for exactly fifty years until the economic crisis of the early 1980's hit Scotland; United Distillers (the owners at the time) decided to close Knockdhu again in 1983. The closure wasn't permanent. Inver House bought\u003cbr\u003eKnockdhu distillery from United Distillers in 1988 and resumed production of whisky on February 6, 1989. Now owned by Pacific Spirits which is in turn owned by the Great Oriole Group (ThaiBev) from Thailand, the largest alcohol producer in Thailand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAnCnoc 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - Hay Wines\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652229738686,"sku":"GORDWH0113","price":43.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Ancnoc5-1.jpg?v=1653484595"},{"product_id":"ardbeg-10-yo","title":"Ardbeg 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003ch3\u003eArdbeg 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDramatically perched on the southern edge of the island of Islay, surrounded by treacherous seas and battered by strong winds, Ardbeg Distillery has produced one of the heaviest and peatiest malts likely to be encountered. The distillery in its current form was founded by the MacDougall family (with John MacDougall being the most prominent). In 1997, the distillery was acquired by Glenmorangie plc who have invested heavily in the distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArdbeg 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - Hay Wines\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652229836990,"sku":"GORD000030","price":42.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Ardbeg-10YO5-1.jpg?v=1653484596"},{"product_id":"balvenie-doublewood-12-yo-40","title":"Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBalvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Balvenie distillery in Dufftown was built in 1892 by W. \u0026amp; J. Grant, owners of the Glenfiddich distillery nearby. More than a century later they are still 'sister stills', owned by the very same company that originally built them; William Grant \u0026amp; Sons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652229902526,"sku":"GORDWHS002","price":62.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Balvenie-Doublewood-12YO5-1.jpg?v=1653484599"},{"product_id":"finlaggan-old-reserve","title":"Finlaggan Old Reserve Single Malt","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFinlaggan Old Reserve Single Malt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Malt Whisky Co. was founded in 1992 by Brian Crook, an honours graduate in Food Science with twenty years experience in the malt whisky industry, latterly as Export Director for one of Scotland's principal distillers. The aim was to produce a range of malt whiskies from Scotland's finest distilleries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinlaggan Old Reserve Single Malt - Hay Wines\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652231934142,"sku":"EVWHS4910","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Finlaggan-Single-Malt.jpg?v=1653484612"},{"product_id":"ledaig-10-yo","title":"Ledaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLedaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is quite light and well-balanced. There is a very soft peat with a gentle smoke. Notes of barley and malt extract with walnut and pine oil and a hint of iodine with notes of dried fruit and nuts. The palate is medium-bodied and quite rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tobermory distillery is the only distillery on the island of Mull, directly North of Islay and the isle of Jura. It was founded in 1798 by under the name ‘Ledaig’ (pronounced ‘Let-chick’). Tobermory was one of a small number of distilleries that was established before the Excise Act of 1823 that legalised the production of whisky, but it was closed in 1837. Tobermory remained closed for four over decades, but in 1878 production resumed again. Unfortunately, Tobermory was closed again in 1930 and remained inactive for more than four decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distillery was revived again in 1972 with the name Ledaig Distillery Ltd. – the same name that was used when the distillery was founded. This effectively means that up until this point the distillery had been closed for nearly half of its life. And the restart in 1972 didn’t break that bad habit; the new owners filed for bankruptcy in 1975 and the distillery was closed again, this time for three years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distillery opened again in 1978 but the new owners were estate agents who rented out the buildings and converted others into flats, as a result whisky produced at the distillery now gets sent to the mainland for ageing as there is no room on site. After the take-over the distillery ran for only a few years and from 1982 to 1989 Tobermory was silent again. Distilling resumed in 1989 and the current owners bought the distillery in 1993 and currently bottle under the name Tobermory for their unpeated whisky and Ledaig for their peated whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLedaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky- Hay Wines\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652233179326,"sku":"GORD000011","price":53.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Ledaig-10YO5-1.jpg?v=1653484626"},{"product_id":"nikka-from-the-barrel","title":"Nikka From The Barrel 500ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eNikka From The Barrel\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA real star, winning top prize in its category at the World Whisky Awards in 2007 and 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikka From The Barrel has a medium-body with good balance with notes of cut flowers and fresh fruits, spice and a little oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"ContentPlaceHolder1_ctl01_ctl01_palateTastingNote\" class=\"pageCopy\"\u003eNikka From The Barrel is full-bodied and punchy, plenty of winter spice and toffee, a little caramel and vanilla and a good mouthful of fruit - long, warming and fruity with a little oaken spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikka from the Barrel is big-boned and bursting with character - not averse to a drop of water, either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncredibly clean with a nice gentle burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our tasting blind tasting we were unable to distinguish it from single-malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikka From The Barrel is a rather misleading name for a blend of Japanese single malts and Japanese grain whisky (no age statement given), which is married in oak casks (rather than in a giant stainless-steel vat) and then bottled at (or near) cask strength. (a cask-strength blended whisky)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsahi Breweries, which owns the Nikka brand, also owns whisky distilleries Yoichi and Miyagikyo. It’s a good bet those are heavily represented as components in Nikka blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuote:- \"Tried this in a bar once, it was my first Japanese Whisky. One of my all time favourites now, goes down like water but has a nice gentle burn afterwards - Some great flavours - tastes\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1918, Masataka Taketsuru embarked alone on a long voyage to Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this distant land the secrets of whisky-making would be imparted to this young Japanese man, and here he would meet the woman who would become his bride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1920 Masataka returned to Japan with Jessie Roberta (Rita), whom he had married earlier that year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater joining a company that aspired to make genuine whisky, he succeeded under its employment in producing Japan's first whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1934 Masataka established Nikka Whisky, and built its first distillery in Yoichi, Hokkaido, which-- though inconveniently located - he had always considered it to be the ideal site in Japan for whisky-making, similar in many ways to the Scottish town where he had studied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikka From The Barrel - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nikka.com\/\"\u003eNikka Whisky \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652233212094,"sku":"EVWHJ5001","price":45.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Nikka-from-the-Barrel5-1.jpg?v=1653484626"},{"product_id":"penderyn-madeira-finish","title":"Penderyn Madeira Finish","description":"\u003ch4\u003ePenderyn Madeira Finish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenderyn Madeira Finish, bottled at 46% vol premium strength creating a whisky which is smooth, light in character and softly golden in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle malt whisky which beautifully defines the Penderyn ‘house style’. Distilled in their unique copper pot still the whisky is then matured in bourbon barrels before being finished in rich Madeira wine casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at 46% vol premium strength creating a whisky which is smooth, light in character and softly golden in colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in the perfect spot in the old village of Penderyn, nestled in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, and there they have created the best little distillery in Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey produce just one cask per day of the finest malted barley spirit, which, is then matured in casks in their cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenderyn Single Malt Welsh Whisky was first launched on St David’s Day, 1st March 2004, in the presence of HRH Prince Charles, to huge critical acclaim from both acknowledged whisky experts and \"ordinary\" consumers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndeed, The Welsh Whisky Company has already won a number of prestigious international awards for the quality and taste of the whisky and for its distinctive and stylish packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company remains privately owned and managed by a committed, professional and enthusiastic team of individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA recent major development at Penderyn was the June 2008 opening, again by HRH Prince Charles, of our new Visitor Centre. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.welsh-whisky.co.uk\/\"\u003e http:\/\/www.welsh-whisky.co.uk\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows curious tourists and whisky enthusiasts alike to come to Penderyn and learn at first hand about distillation in Wales, seeing the production process from beginning to end and sampling the company’s products for themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a world of globalised, multi-national and multi-brand companies it is important to understand that Penderyn is a small distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact we are very, very small. Some distilleries, even premium brands, produce more in a day than we produce in a year. (There is more Chateau d’Yquem released each year than Penderyn).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenderyn Madeira Finish - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652233474238,"sku":"GORD000002","price":43.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Penderyn-Madeira-scaled-1.jpg?v=1653484630"},{"product_id":"baron-de-sigognac-10-yo-40","title":"Baron de Sigognac 10 Year Old Armagnac","description":"\u003ch4\u003eBaron de Sigognac 10YO Armagnac\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron de Sigognac 10YO has a fine nose, marked by notes of vanilla, cinnamon and candied orange - round in the mouth with floral, woody and spicy notes leading to a long and pleasing finish of grilled almonds and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron de Sigognac 10YO is mild yet fiery at the same time like a gently toasted Arabica coffee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautifully crafted Bas-Armagnac from Baron de Sigognac 10 YO. The company owns one short column still which is almost a century old, and it produces around 50-60 casks a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Armagnac, legend has it that, one day long ago,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBaron de Sigognac took all the traditional clocks\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eout of his cellars.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFascinated by the mystery surrounding\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe way Armagnac ages so well,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehe had some very strange timepieces made.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn these clocks, the face had ten divisions instead of twelve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seconds had become years, the big hand moved only once a decade and the hour hand marked the centuries.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron de Sigognac had found the core of the mystery of Armagnac ageing : time and patience…\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe legend adds that, with time,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBaron de Sigognac who had thoroughly separated each harvest in different casks took first the idea of selling his brandies as genuine vintaged Armagnacs.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"textTom\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDriven by the love of a work well done, Armagnac Baron de Sigognac has always had a production philosophy at the heart of its work.\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/armagnac-sigognac.com\/philo-armagnac-en.aspx\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e http:\/\/armagnac-sigognac.com\/philo-armagnac-en.aspx\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis philosophy which is unique in the profession works on two fundamental principles:\u003cspan class=\"textTom\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1- the exclusive use of production methods that are reliable, traditional, proven over time, with wisdom and the age-old experience of the house.\u003cbr\u003e2- the deliberate choice of quality during every step of the production : sustainable culture of the vineyards, respect for the soils and nature, natural fermentation on fine lees, slow distillation in carefully selected alambics, ageing in barrels where the toasting is controlled to the nearest second:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ctl00_ContentPlaceHolder1_Label2\" class=\"textTom\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAs W.Forster said so well: ‘Quality is never an accident. It is the result of the best intentions, sincere efforts, intelligent decisions as well as their skilful realisation …’\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"textTom\"\u003eBaron de Sigognac 10YO Armagnac - Hay Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652235079870,"sku":"EVAR4523","price":45.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/ARM-Sigognac-10-YO-1.jpg?v=1653484654"},{"product_id":"ileach-peated-islay-malt","title":"Ileach Peated Islay Malt","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Ileach Peated Islay Malt\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ileach Peated Islay Malt is robustly peaty, with an unmistakable breath of the seashore, the Ileach is a true whisky of Islay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ileach Peated Islay Malt 40% is a peaty single malt from a secret Islay distillery, this has received rave reviews from whisky critics and has a solid core of peat and a lovely rich style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vintage Malt Whisky Co. was founded in 1992 by Brian Crook, an honours graduate in Food Science with twenty years experience in the malt whisky industry, latterly as Export Director for one of Scotland's principal distillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim was to produce a range of malt whiskies from Scotland's finest distilleries \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/89294644\"\u003eIleach\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The name The Ileach Peated Islay Malt is self explanatory. The version at drinking strength was more than okay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one has a cask strength of 58%, which is considerate. No word on the distillery, although many believe it to be a young Lagavulin. I am not so sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndoubtedly many sherry casks were used in the mix, for besides seaweeds and peat, this nose also offers quite some fruit and even chocolate. Pears and apricots, followed by figs and dates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen the peat returns and adds goat cheese and wet earth. A touch medicinal, but not overly so. You know those dades that are wrapped in bacon? Yep, that’s it, but in liquid form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is mouth coating with a good body. Immediately very powerful peat and spices with loads of maritime elements (my brain shouts ‘Laphroaig!’). Then the fruit kicks in. Wonderfully sweet, making this whisky quite complex. I am impressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long finish is warm and lingers with a battle between sweet and salt. It leaves the mouth as good as completely dry\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVolume - 40%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIslay Whisky Region\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Highlands and Islands Scotch Whisky Company\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ileach Peated Islay Malt 40% Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652242059454,"sku":"EVWHS4999","price":34.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Ileach-1.jpg?v=1653484725"},{"product_id":"creme-de-mure-briottet","title":"Creme de Mure Briottet","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCreme de Mure Briottet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreme de Mure Briottet is a deep purple liqueur and presents luxurious fruit aromas that show both the sweet and the dry, or tart, side of the blackberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate of Creme de Mure Briottet follows the nose almost precisely, bringing lush blackberry flavors that alternate in the mouth, being sweet one second and tart the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Briottet is a family business, founded in 1836. Originally, the family were primarily negociants of Burgundy wine, involved with ageing, blending, bottling and selling the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the development of the blanc cassis aperitif (white wine with Crème de Cassis), the company progressively focused its activities on producing fruit crèmes, liquors, brandies and marcs de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current managing director, Gérard Briottet, represents the fourth generation, and maintains the traditions started by his great grandfather, Edmond Briottet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA former wine establishment, our firm was set up in 1836.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the growing popularity of the \"white wine-cassis\" aperitif, Edmond Briottet little by little stopped operating as a wine trader and instead switched over gradually to producing Crème de Cassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, each successive generation of the Briottet family has worked at the firm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The combination of the finest ingredients and our expertise enables us to produce liqueurs and creams of the highest quality.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/history\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/history\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have more than 50 different liqueurs: the classic peach liquor (crème de pêche), raspberry liquor (crème de framboise), cherry liquor or more original ginger liquor (liqueur de gingembre, rhubarb liquor (liqueur de rhubarbe), bergamot liquor (liqueur de bergamote)\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between creams and liqueurs arises out of the proportion of sugar employed -- a liqueur contains 100 grammes of sugar per liter at least, versus 250 grammes at least as regards a cream.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exception that proves the rule is Dijon Crème de Cassis, which contains a minimum of 400 grammes of sugar per liter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA former wine establishment, our firm was set up in 1836. Given the growing popularity of the \"white wine-cassis\" aperitif, Edmond Briottet little by little stopped operating as a wine trader and instead switched over gradually to producing Crème de Cassis. Since then, each suiccessive generation of the Briottet family has worked at the firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreme de Mure Briottet - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652243173566,"sku":"EVE605","price":24.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/LQ-Creme-de-Mure-1.jpg?v=1653484737"},{"product_id":"creme-de-peche-briottet","title":"Creme de Peche Briottet","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCreme de Peche Briottet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreme de Peche Briottet:- Tasting Notes: Deep, dark, and borderline savory,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Briottet is a family business, founded in 1836. Originally, the family were primarily negociants of Burgundy wine, involved with ageing, blending, bottling and selling the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaire and Vincent – Gérard’s children – joined the firm in 2010. They took over from him in 2014, when he retired.\u003cbr\u003eTheir goal is to develop the business built up by their forebears by respecting the tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the development of the blanc cassis aperitif (white wine with Crème de Cassis), the company progressively focused its activities on producing fruit crèmes, liquors, brandies and marcs de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current managing director, Gérard Briottet, represents the fourth generation, and maintains the traditions started by his great grandfather, Edmond Briottet.\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/6-generations\"\u003e http:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/6-generations\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the growing popularity of the \"white wine-cassis\" aperitif, Edmond Briottet little by little stopped operating as a wine trader and instead switched over gradually to producing Crème de Cassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, each successive generation of the Briottet family has worked at the firm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the finest ingredients and our expertise enables us to produce liqueurs and creams of the highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have more than 50 different liqueurs: the classic peach liquor (crème de pêche), raspberry liquor (crème de framboise), cherry liquor or more original ginger liquor (liqueur de gingembre, rhubarb liquor (liqueur de rhubarbe), bergamot liquor (liqueur de bergamote)...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between creams and liqueurs arises out of the proportion of sugar employed -- a liqueur contains 100 grams of sugar per litre at least, versus 250 grams at least as regards a cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exception that proves the rule is Dijon Crème de Cassis, which contains a minimum of 400 grams of sugar per litre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have just been awarded for our Crème de Cassis 20% Briottet by Ultimate Spirit Challenge 2016 in New-York ! 95-100, \"Extraordinary,Ultimate Recommendation\" Finalist, Great Value. Tasting Notes: Deep, dark, and borderline savory, this black currant liqueu\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652243239102,"sku":"EVE602","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/LQ-Creme-de-Peche-2.jpg?v=1653484739"},{"product_id":"creme-de-framboise-briottet","title":"Creme de Framboise Briottet","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCreme de Framboise Briottet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreme de Framboise Briottet is a Raspberry Cream and is made by macerating ripe raspberries, the raspberries are soaked in a water-alcohol solution for a minimum period of two months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis enables all the finesse of the small berries to be extracted into the Creme de Framboise Briottet, the depth of colour and rich raspberry aromas are astounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Briottet is a family business, founded in 1836. Originally, the family were primarily negociants of Burgundy wine, involved with ageing, blending, bottling and selling the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the development of the blanc cassis aperitif (white wine with Crème de Cassis), the company progressively focused its activities on producing fruit crèmes, liquors, brandies and marcs de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current managing director, Gérard Briottet, represents the fourth generation, and maintains the traditions started by his great grandfather, Edmond Briottet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d5d5d5; font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eA family firm, established 1836 \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/history\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.briottet.fr\/en\/maison-briottet\/history\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDijon Crème de Cassis (Dijon blackcurrant cream), liqueurs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA former wine establishment, our firm was set up in 1836. Given the growing popularity of the \"white wine-cassis\" aperitif, Edmond Briottet little by little stopped operating as a wine trader and instead switched over gradually to producing Crème de Cassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, each successive generation of the Briottet family has worked at the firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile crème de cassis is a specialty of\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Burgundy\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Burgundy\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e, it is also made in\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Anjou\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Anjou\"\u003eAnjou\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003csup id=\"cite_ref-1\" class=\"reference\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cr%C3%A8me_de_cassis#cite_note-1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Luxembourg\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Luxembourg\"\u003eLuxembourg\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Quebec\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Quebec\"\u003eQuebec\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tasmania\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Tasmania\"\u003eTasmania\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003csup id=\"cite_ref-2\" class=\"reference\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cr%C3%A8me_de_cassis#cite_note-2\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality of crème de cassis depends upon the variety of\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Blackcurrant\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Blackcurrant\"\u003efruit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eused, the content of the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Berry (botany)\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Berry_(botany)\"\u003eberries\u003c\/a\u003e, and the production process. If it is labelled \"Crème de Cassis de\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dijon\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Dijon\"\u003eDijon\u003c\/a\u003e,\" one is guaranteed berries from the commune of Dijon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2015, the new protected geographical indication (PGI) “Crème de Cassis de Bourgogne” has been approved. Promoted by a syndicate of fruit producers and liqueurs companies from Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \"Crème de Cassis de Bourgogne\" guarantees the burgundian origin and the minimum quantity of berries used in its production, essentially the variety Noir de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreme de Framboise Briottet - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652243271870,"sku":"EVE604","price":25.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/LQ-Creme-de-Framboise-1.jpg?v=1653484739"},{"product_id":"blue-carucao-briottet","title":"Blue Curacao Briottet","description":"\u003ch4\u003eBlue Carucao Briottet\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Carucao Briottet is made by means of alcohol distillation of bitter orange zest or Seville orange zest and of aromatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Carucao Briottet liqueur is best as an ingredient in a cocktail, for instance the legendary \"Blue Lagoon\": 4 cl of vodka, 3 cl of Briottet Blue Curacao, and 2 cl of lemon juice or the \"Blue Hawaii\": 4 cl of White Rum, 2 cl of Briottet Blue Curacao, 8 cl of pineapple juice, and 4 cl of coconut milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaison Briottet is a family business, founded in 1836.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally, the family were primarily negociants of Burgundy wine, involved with ageing, blending, bottling and selling the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the development of the blanc cassis aperitif (white wine with Crème de Cassis), the company focused its activities on producing fruit crèmes, liquors, brandies and marcs de Bourgogne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe combination of the finest ingredients and our expertise enables us to produce liqueurs and creams of the highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCuraçao\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cspan class=\"nowrap\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"IPA nopopups\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Help:IPA for English\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Help:IPA_for_English\"\u003e\/\u003cspan title=\"\/?\/ primary stress follows\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"'k' in 'kind'\"\u003ek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"\/j??r\/ 'ure' in 'cure'\"\u003ej??r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"\/?\/ 'a' in 'about'\"\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"'s' in 'sigh'\"\u003es\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"\/a?\/ 'ou' in 'pout'\"\u003ea?\u003c\/span\u003e\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan title=\"English pronunciation respelling\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Wikipedia:Pronunciation respelling key\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Wikipedia:Pronunciation_respelling_key\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"smallcaps\"\u003ekewr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e-?-sow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) is a\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Liqueur\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Liqueur\"\u003eliqueur\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eflavored with the dried peel of the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Laraha\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Laraha\"\u003elaraha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Citrus\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Citrus\"\u003ecitrus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efruit, grown on the island of\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Curaçao\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cura%C3%A7ao\"\u003eCuraçao\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non-native plant similar to an\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Orange (fruit)\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Orange_(fruit)\"\u003eorange\u003c\/a\u003e, the laraha developed from the sweet\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Valencia orange\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Valencia_orange\"\u003eValencia orange\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etransplanted by\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Spanish colonization of the Americas\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Spanish_colonization_of_the_Americas\"\u003eSpanish explorers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nutrient-poor soil and arid climate of Curaçao proved unsuitable to Valencia cultivation, resulting in small, bitter fruit of the trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the bitter flesh of the laraha is hardly edible, the peels are aromatic and flavorful, maintaining much of the essence of the Valencia orange.\u003csup id=\"cite_ref-1\" class=\"reference\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cura%C3%A7ao_(liqueur)#cite_note-1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eWe have more than 50 different liqueurs: the classic peach liquor (crème de pêche), raspberry liquor (crème de framboise), cherry liquor or more original ginger liquor (liqueur de gingembre, rhubarb liquor (liqueur de rhubarbe), bergamot liquor (liqueur de bergamote)\"...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference between creams and liqueurs arises out of the proportion of sugar employed -- a liqueur contains 100 grammes of sugar per liter at least, versus 250 grammes at least as regards a cream.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exception that proves the rule is Dijon Crème de Cassis, which contains a minimum of 400 grammes of sugar per litre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue Carucao Briottet - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652243304638,"sku":"EVE644","price":26.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/LQ-Blue-Curacao-1.jpg?v=1653484741"},{"product_id":"redbreast-12-yo","title":"Redbreast 12 Year Old Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey","description":"\u003ch4\u003eRedbreast 12 YO\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbreast 12 YO is full of aroma and flavour and benefits from a strong contribution from distillates which have matured in Oloroso sherry casks, giving it its trademark Christmas cake character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most decorated Irish whiskeys, Redbreast 12 YO is the largest selling Single Pot Still Irish whiskey in the world and is regarded as the definitive expression of traditional Pot Still whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbreast is one of the few single pot still whiskey brands produced today and is the only one with an age statement. It is produced at the New Midleton Distillery, Midelton, County Cork by Irish Distillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #252525; font-family: Arial;\"\u003eRedbreast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a brand of\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Single pot still whiskey\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Single_pot_still_whiskey\"\u003esingle pot still\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etype\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"mw-redirect\" title=\"Irish Whiskey\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Irish_Whiskey\"\u003eIrish Whiskey\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are currently four expressions available; Redbreast 12 year, Redbreast 12 Cask Strength, Redbreast 15 and the newest addition, Redbreast 21.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbreast comes in a green bottle, and the 12-year-old is 40.0%\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Alcohol by volume\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Alcohol_by_volume\"\u003eABV\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(80\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"mw-redirect\" title=\"Alcoholic proof\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Alcoholic_proof\"\u003eproof\u003c\/a\u003e) – whereas the 15-year-old is at 46% ABV and is non-chill filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is produced at the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"New Midleton Distillery\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/New_Midleton_Distillery\"\u003eNew Midleton Distillery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Irish Distillers\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Irish_Distillers\"\u003eIrish Distillers\u003c\/a\u003e, a subsidiary of\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Pernod Ricard\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pernod_Ricard\"\u003ePernod Ricard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2010, the Redbreast 12-year variation was proclaimed Irish Whiskey of the Year by whiskey writer,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Jim Murray (whisky writer)\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jim_Murray_(whisky_writer)\"\u003eJim Murray\u003c\/a\u003e, and was also nominated as #1 buy in John Hansell's Buyer's Guide, which gave it a rating score of 96 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Delicious, soothing, contemplative. A great whiskey. For lovers of the style, Redbreast approaches perfection\".\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"author\"\u003eMichael Jackson, Whisky - The Definitive World Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbreast is the secret restaurant tucked away in the back of the strip mall that only a handful of people know about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The atmosphere is great and the food divine, but no one is sure that they should tell other people about it because either it'll become too crowded (and thus will be impossible to get a table) or the increased production by the staff in the back will affect the overall quality of the place\".\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"author\"\u003eKate Hopkins, 99 Drams Of Whiskey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedbreast 12 YO - Hay Wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652243337406,"sku":"GORDWHE001","price":69.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/WH-Redbreast-12YO-1.jpg?v=1653484741"},{"product_id":"foursquare-barbados-spiced-rum","title":"Foursquare Barbados Spiced Rum","description":"\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFoursquare Barbados Spiced Rum - \u003ca href=\"..\/..\/collections\/spirits-amp-liqueurs-barbadian-rum-barbados-rum\" title=\"Barbadian Rum\"\u003eBarbadian Rum\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoursquare Barbados Spiced Rum has an immediate fragrance of star anise, vanilla, cloves and cinnamon, with some orange following along.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate Foursquare Barbados Spiced Rum has fresh anise coming through prominently, developing into a complex array of sweet Caribbean spices with great balance between the spices and herbs; finishes with a slight ginger kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best-spiced rums on the market, Foursquare Barbados Spiced Rum is a delicious Bajan rum which makes an incredible spicy mojito!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foursquare Distillery occupies the site of a former sugar factory that dates back to 1636 and, as one of the most modern and efficient rum distilleries in the world, is designed to be both highly energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distillery produces light rums in a three-column vacuum still and heavier rums in a modern pot still. RL Seale is one of Barbados’ oldest trading houses, a family-owned business whose involvement in rum-making has extended from father-to-son since 1820.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent head distiller, Richard Seale, is one of the region’s most innovative distillers and blenders and has a passion for producing perfect rum with great flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRum has been produced on the island of Barbados for more than 300 years, but it was not until the 1906 Rum Duty Act was passed that the industry began to develop as we know it today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrior to this, distillation took place on many of the plantations, but the new law meant the distilleries had to obtain a licence and could sell only in bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHence many of the Bridgetown trading companies became bottlers, including Martin Doorly \u0026amp; Co, and the growth of branded names began. Martin Doorly evolved into Doorly’s Macaw Rum, and became the first bottled rum exported from the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoorly’s rums are still famous throughout the world and are considered a premier producer. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_rum_producers\"\u003eRum Producers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652249989310,"sku":"EVRM5204","price":30.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/RM-Foursquare-Spiced_8539dcbd-a1d0-4096-8eca-fc2e8dd7334e.jpg?v=1653484794"},{"product_id":"cotswold-dry-gin","title":"Cotswold Dry Gin","description":"\u003ch4\u003eCotswold Dry Gin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes:- Cotswold Dry Gin has fresh notes of grapefruit with earthy coriander backed-up by sweet juniper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft notes of black pepper with a hint of perfumed Cotswolds lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotswold Dry Gin - clean, pine juniper spice with fresh grapefruit and coriander seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA touch of dryness from the angelica root with eucalyptus notes from bay leaf. Subtle lime and lavender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional London dry style comes from the maceration into our pure wheat spirit of juniper, coriander and angelica root, which have been left for 12 hours to allow their flavour characteristics to fully infuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey then add their unique botanical mix of Cotswolds lavender and bay leaf, grapefruit, lime, black pepper and cardamom seed into their carter head still for distillation before finishing with naturally refined Cotswolds water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is Cotswold Dry Gin, a classic well-balanced juniper-led gin with crisp citrus and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cotswold Dry Gin is delicious on its own and over ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s robust enough to stand up to tonic and smooth enough to craft the ultimate gin martini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBackground:-\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cotswolds Distillery is the brainchild of Daniel Szor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan came to the Cotswolds several years ago from London with his wife Katia and daughter Emily to spend family time at the weekends in an old barn, just down the road from where the distillery now sits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat started as a weekend love affair with this beautiful region soon turned into a passion, so much so that Dan and his family decided to leave London and live full-time in the Cotswolds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan was looking for a way out of his 30-year career in finance, wanting to create something with his own hands and make a difference in the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe’d been a whisky-lover for over 20 years, and looking out of his window one day he saw a field of golden barley waving in the breeze – and that was how the idea of the Cotswolds Distillery was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cotswolds is full of rich history, stunning scenery, charming old towns and great hotels and dining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything but a working distillery... Until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty famous for its horticultural heritage and set in five acres of beautiful Cotswolds countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir state-of-the-art distillation equipment is perfectly poised for the creation of their fine spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Forsyths whisky stills have been custom made to our exacting standards, with the 500kg mash tun, 2,400l wash still, 1,600l spirit still and four 2,500l fermenters - able to produce over 100,000 bottles of their Cotswold Single Malt Whisky annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotswolds Dry Gin is crafted using a tailor-made hybrid Holstein still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a capacity of 500l, the possibilities are endless when it comes to acheiving superior quality and toying with new recipe development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.cotswoldsdistillery.com\/cotswolds-dry-gin\"\u003ehttp:\/\/www.cotswoldsdistillery.com\/cotswolds-dry-gin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hays Wine Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40652250022078,"sku":"GORDGN0109","price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/GN-Cotswold-Gin-1.jpg?v=1653484797"},{"product_id":"before-9-choccy-mint-cream-liqueur","title":"Chocolate Mint Cream Liqueur","description":"\u003ch4\u003eChocolate Mint Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chocolate Mint Cream Liqueur is created with semi-skimmed milk, sugar, alcohol and a small amount of grappa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have low alcohol content (17°) to bring out the distinctly individual flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis also perfects the conservation of milk and its organoleptic characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural ingredients (milk, rather than milk protein, and water), and the special processing through controlled temperature emulsification, lend these products a remarkably creamy consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is something completely lacking in similar mass-produced items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eBefore 9 Choccy Mint Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething completely unexpected! A liquid alcoholic version of one of nation's favourite after dinner treats!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis liqueur is made with generous amounts of Dutch cocoa, matched together with high quality mint extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiolo \u0026amp; Max always pay special attention to the quality of the raw materials, all strictly natural and when possible organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make this gorgeous Chocolate Mint Cream Liqueur they use 5 main ingredients: fresh milk, sugar, Dutch cocoa, alcohol and aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eAbout Piolo \u0026amp; Max\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pioloemax.it\/content\/7-piolo-e-max\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTwo young liqueur producers from Trieste\u003c\/a\u003e, who in 2003 embarked on an adventure running a small business creating their own liqueurs and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor them there is no magic formula, but a true passion and love for the work they do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey always pay special attention to the quality of the raw materials, all strictly natural and when possible organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir little \"workshop of spirits\" is in the heart of Trieste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is also a place where everyone is always welcome to drop by at any time to taste new flavours... and test their latest inventions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eItalian Liqueurs: a tradition of quality\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaly is not only and simply known for its fine wines, but also for a high number of liqueurs and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItalians mainly enjoy this kind of products as an after-dinner digestive, but they are often important ingredients for desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBefore 9 Choccy Mint Cream Liqueur - Hay Wines \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/haywines.co.uk\/shop\/?swoof=1\u0026amp;product_cat=lusciousliqueurs\"\u003eLuscious Liqueurs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"HAY WINES","offers":[{"title":"20cl","offer_id":40652258148542,"sku":"ITLQ006","price":14.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"50cl","offer_id":40652258181310,"sku":"ITLQ013","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/6009\/9006\/products\/ITChocolateMint50cl.jpg?v=1672914459"},{"product_id":"tempting-tiramisu-cream-liqueur","title":"Hay Wines Tempting Tiramisu Cream Liqueur","description":"\u003ch4\u003eTempting Tiramisù Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tempting Tiramisù Cream Liqueur is created with semi-skimmed milk, sugar, alcohol and a small amount of grappa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have low alcohol content (17°) to bring out the distinctly individual flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis also perfects the conservation of milk and its organoleptic characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural ingredients (milk, rather than milk protein, and water), and the special processing through controlled temperature emulsification, lend these products a remarkably creamy consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is something completely lacking in similar mass-produced liqueurs and spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTempting Tiramisù Cream Liqueur\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiterally... a unique liquid dessert!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is in fact a liquid alcoholic version of one of the most popular Italian desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePiolo \u0026amp; Max always pay special attention to the quality of the raw materials, all strictly natural and when possible organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make this gorgeous Tiramisu liqueur they only use 5 main ingredients. 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The final product is hand crafted, distilled and bottled in Dilwyn right here in Herefordshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a long career as a freelance Software Engineer Duncan Fox hung up his keyboard and combined his engineering skills and love of chemistry with his wife's knowledge and passion for herbs and all things botanical. The result is Haven Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haven distillery is a cottage distillery in the heart of the Herefordshire countryside crafting a gin made with herbs from their own garden and other traditional botanicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome grown herbs including lemon thyme, bay, apple mint, rosemary, lavender, lemon verbena and other botanicals are distilled drop by drop at 20C in an almost complete vacuum. 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