Raise a Glass or Bring a Gift and Say Cheers!
‘Tis the season for toasting and sipping at the end of a busy day or presenting a gift that is sure to please. Wine and spirits are always welcome so we have rounded up some of our favorites to make your shopping a bit easier. There’s a nice variety of price points, too. All of the websites have been included so you can explore the brands. They are also great to have on hand for New Year’s celebrations!
Get in the spirit with spirits and liqueurs!
Tequila Partida Anejo (SRP $53.99) Tequila Partida is an authentic, all-natural and the original additive-free estate-grown premium Tequila, made from 100% blue agave in the heart of Mexico’s historic Tequila Valley region. This anejo has intense golden color with tones of bronze. Clean and full bodied. Refined aromas of oak, chocolate, dry fruits and butter. A pleasant spice at the tongue, it has flavors of black and green pepper, white oak, vanilla, and maple honey. Although it has 18 months of aging the flavor of agave is still present.
Website: World’s Highest Rated Tequila – Tequila Partida – Partida Tequila
Clonakilty Single Pot Still ($49.99) On May 1st, 2019 Clonakilty filled their first cask of single pot still spirit, and within a year it had secured the title of the World’s Best Irish New Make at the World Whiskies Awards. Now, this exceptional spirit has matured into an outstanding whiskey and is finally being released. Unveiling Clonakilty Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey, a quintessential Irish whiskey distilled from barley grown at the edge of the Atlantic ocean on the family farm, and triple distilled in copper pot stills.
Website: Clonakilty Distillery Shop | US – Clonakilty Distillery Shop (US)
Sorel Liquer ($50.99) Sorel truly tastes like home. Sorel is an award-winning spiced hibiscus liqueur inspired by the ancestral Afro-Caribbean beverage, sorrel. Jackie Summers developed Sorel in honor of his heritage, utilizing his mother and grandmother’s recipe with Moroccan hibiscus, Brazilian clove, Indonesian cassia, nutmeg, and Nigerian ginger. I’s a unique liqueur that delights the palate.
Website: Sorel Liqueur | A Modern Twist on a Caribbean Classic
Isle of Harris Gin (SRP $56.97) has a key ingredient, sugar kelp seaweed. It’s gathered sustainably by hand from local sea-lochs and it is the key to the botanical that expresses the islands unique maritime nature. It works wonderfully with seven other botanicals that include juniper, coriander seeds, cubebs, cassia bark, Angelica root, bitter orange peel and licorice root. Every bottle of Isle of Harris Gin bears a paper seal with the distillery’s geographical coordinates to show where it is made, a guarantee to show it is a truly outer Hebridean gin.
Website: Isle of Harris Distillery | Isle of Harris Distillery
American Harvest Vodka (SRP $32.99) is proudly handcrafted in Idaho and produced in small batches using ingredients from local family farms. Distilled from 100% organic Idaho winter wheat with water from the protected Aquifers below the Snake River Plain, American Harvest Organic Vodka is 100% traceable with all ingredients, bottling, and distilling made right here in America, bringing an organic clean vodka to your table every time.
Website: Home – American Harvest
Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur (SRP: $28.99) stands out as the ideal coffee liqueur for cocktails due to its rich and complex flavor profile. Its premium 100 percent Arabica coffee beans with a patented roasting method and through the cold brew extraction process delivers a smooth and balanced taste, enhancing the overall cocktail experience. Whether in classic favorites like Espresso Martinis or inventive creations, Tia Maria’s versatility and depth of flavor make it a must-have for coffee enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados alike.
Website: Tia Maria
Good times are wine times. Here’s a lucky seven!
Château De Bligny Grand Rosé (SRP $74.99) A luxurious and vibrant expression of Champagne, Château De Bligny Grand Rosé dazzles with its delicate pink hue and complex bouquet of fresh red berries, hints of citrus, and a subtle floral fragrance. The bubbles and its harmonious balance of fruitiness and acidity make it an ideal companion for a holiday toast during festive gatherings.
Website: Homepage – Champagne Château de Bligny
Domaine Bousquet Alavida Kosher USDA-Certified Organic Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 (SRP $18) With a deep violet color, this wine has fresh aromas of tobacco with mineral notes and hints of red and black fruits. It is expressive, juicy and medium body with well-integrated tannins, a true expression of the Argentine soil.
Website: Domaine Bousquet #1 ORGANIC WINERY IN ARGENTINA
Quaker Run Tannat 2021 (SRP $65.00) is a variety that produces wines with high alcohol, richness and aromatic intensity, and can certainly stand up to large amounts of oak. With the Quaker Run Tannat, Early Mountain have always looked to embrace some of the often-overlooked varietal nuances and lead with dynamic aromas, which are highlighted by the inherent power of the grape.
Website: Early Mountain Vineyards: World-Class Wines And Culinary Experiences | Early Mountain Vineyards
Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay 2021 ($48) Every dinner table could use a Chardonnay that brings fresh peach, Asian pear, citrus, and honeycomb to the mix. Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay has a rich, balanced texture with refreshing acidity, giving it a nice mineral finish. Grgich Hills Estate has been dedicated to crafting world-class wines since 1977, and all grapes are estate-grown with a commitment to minimal-intervention winegrowing practices and 100% certified regenerative organic vineyards.
Website: Home | Grgich Hills Estate – Best Wineries in Napa
Mouton Cadet White 2023 by Nathan Sereys de Rothschild (SRP: $17.99) This bright and fresh white wine made from Sauvignon Blanc, a flagship Bordeaux grape variety. Mouton Cadet White x Nathan is an airy, fruit-forward, and elegant wine that is beautifully bottled. Due to its approachability, this is an easy white wine to share with friends and family. Chill this Sauvignon Blanc and enjoy this versatile wine with your holiday foods.
Website: Mouton Cadet
Campogiovanni Brunello di Montalcino 2019 ($84.99) Nestled on the southern slopes of the Montalcino hill, Campogiovanni’s vineyards benefit from ideal weather conditions and unique soils that promote the perfect ripening of Sangiovese Grosso grapes. This classic Brunello ages for an average of three years in Slavonian oak casks and 500-liter tonneaux, followed by twelve months in the bottle, resulting in exceptional finesse and remarkable longevity. A five-time honoree in Wine Spectator’s TOP 100, it showcases a deep ruby red hue with aromas of ripe wild berries, blackberry preserves, tobacco leaf, and tanned leather. The palate is rich and expansive, offering a generous mouthfeel and a long, fruit-laden finish. This wine is a versatile pairing for a variety of meats as well as aged pecorino cheese.
Website: San Felice
2019 David Bruce Chardonnay Estate (SRP: $49): This premium, small-batch Chardonnay embodies the quality and heritage of David Bruce Winery, a renowned American wine producer from the scenic Santa Cruz Mountains. With vibrant notes of citrus zest and white fruits, and a crisp finish of toasted almonds and Meyer lemon, this Chardonnay is the perfect accompaniment to classic appetizers like roasted vegetables, cheeses, or creamy side dishes.
Website: Home – David Bruce Winery
Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur (SRP: $28.99) stands out as the ideal coffee liqueur for cocktails due to its rich and complex flavor profile. Its premium 100 percent Arabica coffee beans with a patented roasting method and through the cold brew extraction process delivers a smooth and balanced taste, enhancing the overall cocktail experience. Whether in classic favorites like Espresso Martinis or inventive creations, Tia Maria’s versatility and depth of flavor make it a must-have for coffee enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados alike.
Website: Tia Maria
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