In the glass, Mars Iwai Tradition has a bronze color and a moderate aromatic intensity. It’s also slightly drier than the regular Iwai with a faint whiff of herbal smoke. Notes include: honeyed malt, prunes, red raisin, banana, orange peel, cinnamon, vanilla, toffee, and burnt brown sugar. Overall, Mars Iwai Tradition is a fairly serious blended Japanese whisky.

"This is Kurayoshi's entry level malt whiskey. It's light and approachable, with a cereal backbone accented by honey, fresh pear, and jasmine. The whisky dries out on the finish, leaving a bit of salt and grain. Though not the most complex whisky, it's easy to enjoy for casual drinking."

For being a larger production winery, J. Lohr continually produces lush and delicious wines that continue to define the Paso Robles potential. This new blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec begins with strawberry, violet and baking spice on the nose, while the palate’s creamy mouthfeel carries mocha, cappuccino, caramel and black cherry.

Pinot Draga is an intense orange, obtained from pure Pinot Grigio grapes. A production of only 1600 bottles, each therefore rare and precious. The nose opens with intense aromas of candied fruit, citrus and apricots, ginger and cherries in alcohol. At the sip it is fresh and tasty, with great personality and great drink. Great.

A wine full of charm! The colour is a beautiful white gold, with a ravishing purity and brilliance. The aromas are fresh and fruity, with nuances of broom shrub (genêt), almond and delicious preserved citrus notes. On the palate, it is fresh and elegant. A long and delicious aftertaste makes for a lasting impression.

Intriguing aromas of Meyer lemon cream, yellow flowers, baked pear, crème brûlée and toasted hazelnuts. The rich palate texture is derived from the use of classic Burgundian techniques, such as primary and malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels and weekly stirring of the lees during aging.

Ruby red with purple shades, fresh and round attack, beautiful complexity with a fruity finish. This wine is made with organic practices. A blend perfect for pizza night, barbecue or an afternoon in the park.

Ruby red with purple reflections. Aromas of ripe red fruit, spicy aromas of licorice, black pepper and hints of chocolate. On the palate the wine is well balanced, with fat tannins and is soft, warm, savory, elegant, fine and fresh.

A complex and scented nose, very fresh, overflowing with peach, apricot and mirabelle aromas.
The mouthfeel is round, suave with a delicate texture, clear and tasty notes. This wine is well- balanced and complex thanks to the tannins that structure the body and the spirit.

A nose of smoked almond and saline transitions on the creamy palate to flavors of white cherry, preserved lemon and clover honey in this graceful Champagne. A bright backbone of acidity and a note of chalky minerality drives the finish. Disgorged November 2020. Drink now through 2024.

Asahi Shuzo Co., Ltd., the maker of Dassai, is known for leading innovation within the premium sake category. With their continued commitment to quality, they have renewed their popular Dassai “50” with an even higher rice polishing ratio, Dassai “45.” Enjoy this delicate brew carefully crafted with fruity floral aromas on the nose and a soft, clean finish. A must-try. SMV +3

818 Reposado Tequila is a handcrafted, small batch Reposado tequila, made from 100% blue Weber agave and aged in oak barrels. Awarded the title Best Reposado at World Tequila Awards, it’s bottled at a pleasant 80 proof and boasts a well-rounded palate and buttery caramel flavors with gentle spices shining through. Perfect for sipping neat.

NOSE: A heady malt and tones of vanilla, with an ample overlay of sweet toffee and honey.
FLAVOR: Five Trail has a complex array of flavors with a lively balance of rich honey and frothy malt. Whispers of apple and pear peek through before the spicy ginger and cayenne.
FINISH: long, playful, and aromatic.