Whether you enjoy getting the cocktail mixer out or splashed over ice, these spirits will help you get, well, in the spirit off things!
Aperitifs & LIQUEURS:
Italicus Bergamot Aperitif Liqueur, 70c 20% ABV Italian Spritz £25.70
ITALICUS Rosolio di Bergamotto revives the historic rosolio style with a luminous, citrus-led profile built around Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian citron. Produced in Italy, the liquid is crafted via gentle macerations and cold extraction of botanicals including bergamot, citron, Roman chamomile, lavender, yellow rose, lemon balm and gentian, blended with demineralised water and a touch of natural sugar.
Savoia Orancio Aperitivo Citrus Spices 50 cl 17.2% ABV £21.18 AMAZON
A citrus-and-spice vino aperitivo built on Italian white wine enriched with natural orange wine, then layered with a fusion of botanicals such as saffron, cinnamon and red tea, delivering a crisp, dry-citrus profile with gentle bittersweet tension.
Burnt Faith Elderflower Liqueur £23
Fresh, floral, and full of depth. This Elderflower Liqueur goes beyond the expected, balancing delicate blossoms with layers of honeyed sweetness and vibrant green tea. A floral liqueur with real backbone
Burnt Faith Coffee Liqueur £23
Deep, dark, and unapologetically rich. This Coffee Liqueur delivers the punch of freshly brewed espresso, softened with indulgent notes of tiramisu, mocha, and salted dark chocolate. The ultimate pick-me-up.
ALDI Ballycastle Chocolate Clementine Cream Liqueur 70cl 12%ABV £6.99
Be warned, this is pure delight, creamy, citrusy and absolutely moreish!
GINS:
Tumbledown Gin 50cl 46% ABV £95
Featured in The Gin Guide 2025 as one of “The World’s Most Expensive Gins,” Tumbledown is crafted in the remote Falkland Islands and travels 8,000 miles to the UK via Royal Fleet Auxiliary Ship. Each bottle tells a remarkable story of resilience, heritage, and uncompromising quality.
Mr Whites London Dry Gin 70cl 40%ABV £30 SAINSBURYS
Mr White’s London Dry Gin is a bold yet beautifully balanced spirit created by two masters of their craft, the world-renowned chef Marco Pierre White and respected Master Distiller Chris Sadler.
MEZCAL:
Ojo de Tigre Mezcal 70cl 37% ABV £36.25
Ojo de Tigre is a premium Artisanal Mezcal that is full of flavour and easy on the smoke. Produced artisanally using two types of sustainably cultivated agave, Ojo de Tigre combines Espadín from Oaxaca and Tobalá from Puebla for a smooth and balanced taste.
VODKA:
Chopin Blended Gold Polish Vodka £52.52 70cl 40% AMAZON & FORTNUM & MASON
A BLEND OF POTATO AND WHEAT VODKAS FROM CHOPIN – The third edition in Chopin’s limited blended vodka series, this elegant spirit marries the creamy richness of potato vodka with the light, sweet character of wheat vodka—bottled in a striking golden bottle
Nemiroff Wild Cranberry Flavour Vodka 70cl 40% £34.99 AMAZON
Desi Daru Alphonsa Mango Vodka 70cl £39 WAITROSE
Award-winning flavoured vodka crafted with the freshest, juiciest Indian Alphonso mangoes. Produced in England using the finest English winter wheat and distilled with real fruit and all-natural ingredients, this super-premium spirit embodies excellence in every drop. Inspired in India, born in Britain, Desi Daru’s Mango Vodka has rich, tropical character and true essence of sophistication.
Neft White Barrel Vodka 70cl 40% ABV £39.99
ULTRA-PREMIUM AUSTRIAN VODKA – NEFT Vodka delivers a fresh, clean and crisp Alpine profile, crafted for exceptional purity and smoothness in every sip
DISTILLED WITH PRISTINE ALPINE SPRING WATER – Made in Austria using mineral-rich mountain water and ancient non-GMO rye grains. No sugar, no additives, and no artificial flavours — just pure vodka excellence
RUM:
Havana Rum X Martine Rose 70cl 40% ABV £28.75
Havana Rum and Martine Rose have collaborated on a limited-edition bottle for Havana Club Añejo 7 Años rum, blending Cuban heritage with Rose’s bold, Jamaican-British style for a festive, collectible release featuring vibrant mosaics, handwritten notes, and premium finishes, celebrating Caribbean identity and creative culture.
Dropworks Clear Drop Rum 70cl 40% ABV £35
Clear Drop Rum is un-aged, unadulterated, crystal-clear perfection. This British distilled Rum is created in slow motion, creating the purest of Drops, softer than a velvet cloud of silk. Notes of vanilla ice cream, blueberries, fresh green apples, summer berries and walnuts.
Takamaka Extra Noir 70cl 43% ABV £36.50 THE WHISKY EXCHANGE & MASTER OF MALT
Part of the St André series, Takamaka Extra Noir is a dark rum from the Seychelles, aged in a combination of new French oak and bourbon barrels. Rich yet elegant with high ester funk and notes of vanilla and wood spice.
WHISKY:
Nikka Whisky From The Barrel 50cl 51.4ABV £45.95 THE WHISKY EXCHANGE
This bold and stylish whisky from one of Japan’s most beloved producers boasts powerful notes of cedar, dried mango and a hint of woodsmoke. This is perfect served neat, or with a dash of water, but it’s also a great choice for Old Fashioneds and traditional Japanese whisky Highballs.
Smokehead Islay Single Malt Original Whisky £40.48 40% ABV 70cl AMAZON
With immense smoke and notes of sea salt and spice, this is a vigorous whisky that stands out from the crowd.
Glengoyne White Oak 70cl 48% ABV £46.95 THE WHISKY EXCHANGE
Inspired by North America, the summer home of the birds that grace the ‘valley of the geese’ Glengoyne, this Highland single malt was aged in a combination of first-fill bourbon and virgin American oak casks. The nose offers aromas of vibrant oak, vanilla, ginger and sponge cake, joined on the palate by notes of crème brulee, candied lemon and tinned pineapple.
Micher’s US *1 Bourbon 70cl 45.7%ABV £60.50 THE WHISKY EXCHANGE or AMAZON
Michter’s small-batch bourbon is named after a former ‘oldest distillery in the USA’, and is currently wowing the UK bar scene. Sweet, fruity and spicy, it packs in plenty of flavour.
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