Ferdinand’s White Vermouth
The world’s first vintage vermouth with riesling of a great VDP-site.
The large steep south-facing slope of the Saarburger Rausch, its rough Devonian shale soil and the cool climate of the Saar form the perfect basis for the first Riesling Vermouth in the world. The minerality and fruitiness of the Saar Riesling, the bitterness of the wormwood and the floral, spicy aromas of the regional herbs and flowers give this batch produced Vermouth wine from the Saar valley its unique lightness and elegance.
Ferdinand’s White Riesling Vermouth is carefully aged in Mosel Fuder casks, neutral German 1000 litres oak barrels, which ensures the perfect balance between the acidity and fruitiness of the Riesling and the vineyard’s botanicals. Besides homegrown wormwood, lovage and vineyard onion we use the botanicals which form the essential part of Ferdinand’s Saar Dry Gin, to retain the distinctive character of the beautiful Saar region. Grand Cru Riesling wine is infused with cold macerated botanicals, sweetened by the residual sugar of the wine and rectified concentrated grapes.
- Ingredients: 12 botanicals including homegrown wormwood, lovage and vineyard onion as well as vintage Grand Cru Riesling.
- Tasting Note: The very first white Riesling Vermouth from the Saar region; a floral yet spicy character with notes of regional herbs and blossoms, delivering a supreme drinking pleasure.
- Perfect Serve: Martini Cocktail, Martinez, Martini Highball, Vermouth Julep
Dictador 2 Masters Laballe 1975
A 41-year-old Dictador Rum from a 1975 single vintage cask finished in Bourbon barrels and then shipped to Laballe in Armagnac, where it further spent six months in an interesting Black Gascon oak cask, medium toasted.
- Nose: Lovely soft vanilla notes of bourbon and white flowers kick off the aroma, with white chocolate and raspberry to follow. Sultanas, and hints of an autumnal forest floor. Complex and well balanced.
- Palate: Maple with pecans and smoked liquorice, aniseed and star anise. Some malty notes with blood orange, red apples and a touch of triple sec.
- Finish: White pepper, sweet tea and some notes of fresh ginger. Candied oranges dipped in dark chocolate.
- Matured in Gascon Noir Chene
- Time of Finishing: 32 months
- Quantity: 450 bottles
Dictador 2 Masters Despagne 1979
This second edition of 2 Masters Despagne features a Dictador rum made from a single 1979 ex-Bourbon barrel, then sent to Despagne, France, for additional aging. The rum spends an additional 34 months in Selmer oak barrels, with gentle toasting.
- Nose: Figs drizzled in Manuka honey dusted with bee pollen. Hints of oak char with sticky toffee pudding and well-aged dates. White peaches comes next giving a lighter fruity tone to the rich honey notes.
- Palate: Oak spices platform a grape-driven palate that manages to balance sweetness and acidity, coating the mouth with an unctuous cola note. There is allspice and red cherries, which pull this rum into another dimension giving a tiny note of sherbet fizz at the end.
- Finish: The extra long finish gives ripe red cherries, cola cubes and oak spices.
- Matured in Selmer barrel, light heat
- Time of Finishing : 34 months
- Quantity : 257 bottles
Colombian Ortodoxy
Ortodoxy is based on the formula of Dario Parra, former president of the company, and lover of gin. After his many extended visits to the UK and of course, enjoying what was for him God’s drink, he returned to Colombia determined to create a Colombian Gin. Back home he studied several formulas, based on his experience, and finally created Ortodoxy Gin. For years, the Ortodoxy was produced only for his own personal consumption, never dreaming that his invention could one day become an internationally sold gin. The formula of berries, botanicals, peels, roots, and spices gives the Ortodoxy gin a unique taste profile.
Colour: In the glass, Ortodoxy Gin is full of light and body, proof of its quality and clarity.
Aroma: On the nose it displays a balance of the bitterness of the roots, the freshness of the botanicals, the sweet and sour of berries and peels, and the warmth of the spices. The initial aroma is of the juniper and the angelica combined with mint, lemon and pepper. The secondary aromas of cinnamon, blueberry, and ginger merge to create a classic dry gin.
Palate: In the mouth it is flavourful and smooth, along with the astringency, sweet and sour of classic gin. At 43% alcohol, this gin mixes well with a wide range of tonics.
Kamiki Blended Malt Whisky
Kamiki is a new expression of premium Japanese style whisky blessed by Omiwa priests from Nara. Nara is the ancient capital of Japan and it holds many temples from Shinto, Tengri and Buddhist religions, which makes Nara «The City of Temples».
Kamiki production is protected by Omiwa Temple priests. Omiwa is one of the oldest extant Shinto shrine in Japan over thousand years old and protecting local alcohol producers ever since. To celebrate the timeless alcohol tradition of the region, rare Japanese malt whiskies and finest malt whiskies sourced from rest of the world are blended and later fused with the highest quality pure spring water.
Nara is covered with dense Yoshino Sugi (Japanese Cedar) forests. Yoshino Sugi is used to build temples, burnt in temples to calm mind and to age local alcohol products. Kamiki uses a unique second maturation technique, while blend is rested for a second time in Yoshino Sugi –Japanese Cedar- casks to capture a perfectly smooth taste, a scent of sandalwood on the nose and a zest of green tea in the finish. This second maturation makes Kamiki; “THE FIRST WHISKY IN THE WORLD WITH JAPANESE CEDAR CASK FINISH”!
Kamiki name is derived from the Miwa Mountain (Mountain of God), which is protected by Omiwa Priests. Inspired by beautiful breezes coming from Miwa, the whisky is named KAMIKI, where KAMI means God and IKI means breath.
Kamiki whisky has a smooth taste, complex flavor and driven by pure malted barley. There is no age statement on the product. It has been aged in oak barrels minimum of three years and second aged in non-charred local cedar casks. Kamiki comes in a premium gift box, truly displaying its Japanese heritage.
Nose: A perfectly balanced heather honey and sandalwood.
Palate: Sweet caramel, Japanese plum, and balanced oak with peat
Finish: Hints of toffee and a long-lasting finish with a zest of green tea.
Kamiki has got acknowledgements from:
- “CHAIRMAN’s TROPHY – HIGHEST Award” from 2018 Ultimate Spirit Challenge
- “GOLD” medal from 2018 China Wine and Spirits Awards
- “GOLD“ medal from Global Spirit Awards in August17 in Las Vegas
- “SILVER“ medal from New York International Wine and Spirit Competition in August17
- “GOLD“ medal from San Diego International Spirit Competition in August17
- “SILVER” award at Wine and Spirit Wholesalers of America Convention) in April
- “SILVER” award at Taste Competition and “BRONZE” in Packaging IWSC in July17
- Kamiki has been chosen by world’s most respected design galleries “The DieLine” and “Packaging of The World” as an inspirational whisky design.
- “GOLD” medal from China Wine and Spirits Awards Feb18.
Chambord Liqueur
Chambord Liqueur is a premium French black raspberry liqueur. It is an infusion of the world’s finest raspberries, blackberries and the exotic flavors of black raspberries, black currant, Madagascar vanilla and cognac.
Chambord Liqueur takes the finest ingredients and a traditional hand-crafted method to make a high-quality product with a distinct flavor profile. Fresh, premium ingredients combine to create a complex and balanced flavor. Chambord Liqueur uses a unique three-step process that unites natural ingredients to create a liqueur possessing an unprecedented level of high-quality ingredients, complexities, flavor and aromas.
Cocktail Ideas
Chambord Valentine Royale
- 10ml Chambord liqueur
- Any fizz you fancy
- Raspberry (garnish)
Tsukiyoshino – Junmai Daiginjo Miyamanishiki
Taking up the challenge to brew sake from modest locally grown rice, Miyamanishiki rice's character gives clean crisp non-complicated taste. With its modest gentle aroma, it is not just perfect for an aperitif but also pairs well easily with most dishes. Delicate and dry.
- Rice Type: Miyamanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 45%
- Sake Meter Value: +5.0
- Acidity: 0.9
Ferdinand’s Saar Dry Gin Cask Strength
Without deviating from the fruity and floral character of the signature Dry Gin, Ferdinand’s Cask Strength is bottled at a devilish 66.6% abv.
This incredibly special bottling gives the perfect combination of potency and flavour, making it a must-stock item for the World’s best bartenders.
Notes of juniper, lemon thyme and lavender predominate. The high alcohol content wonderfully emphasizes these aromas and gives extra bite to a Dry Martini.
Kokuryu Daiginjo 1800ml
Using one of the most popular production methods, this sake expressed itself in its fullest, with a rich and fruity aroma. This is one of the best selections of daiginjo made in the cold season.
Crystal Dragon is made from domestically grown rice in a gradual low-temperature fermentation process. Kokuryu’s proprietary yeast gives it a graceful aroma and clean taste.
This sake is immensely popular as a gift.
Recommended way to drink: Chill to 5 - 10 degree Celsius
Tasting Notes: Fresh, fruity and smooth.
Grade: Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV): +4
Domaine Albert Mann Gewurztraminer 2022
Biodynamic. 100% Gewürztraminer.
A bouquet that is powerful and complex, an explosion of exotic fruits, flowers, and spices. The enveloping palate strikes a delicate balance between power and finesse. From vineyards located in Wettolseim and Kientzheim grown on marly-limestone. Clear and delicate. Lovely lifted floral rose and peony aromas. On the palate, rich rounded exotic tropical fruit flavours with a beautiful core of clean refreshing acid. This is delightful.
Domaine Albert Mann Riesling 2022
Chateau d’Anglès Classique Blanc 2019
Pale yellow colour with golden glints. Elegant bouquet of spring flowers and fresh spices such as anise or fennel. Smooth mouth revealing a rich and long complexity of white fruits balanced by a mineral freshness.
Enjoy fresh and fruity in the first 5 years. Ageing potential of 8 to 10 years. Try the Classique White as an apéritif with salmon cream toasts or simply dry nuts! Excellent with grilled fish and also white meat. Perfect with goat and sheep fresh cheese. Aerate and drink at around 14°C. If served too cold, this wine will not develop its full aroma.
Mourvèdre (80%), Syrah(10%), Grenache (10%)