Tia Maria Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur
Brilliant, deep mahogany color. The aromatics are dominated by the scents of rich, dark roast coffee, with accents of chocolate, dark caramel, and vanilla. The palate is exactly as the nose suggests delivering a decadent, sweet coffee-driven core with supporting notes of cocoa nibs, semi bitter coffee beans, and hints of vanilla fudge. Medium-bodied with great length and the ideal alcohol impression. $27.99 – 4 Stars
Sorel Liqueur
Brilliant, opaque, deep ruby color. The nose is redolent of hot drinks served in European Christmas markets featuring scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and bright red fruits derived from hibiscus with hints of ginger, pepper, and a complex herbal mélange. The palate echoes the nose delivering a vibrant yet generous red fruit and cinnamon-driven core with five spice and ginger candies. Medium-bodied and lively while wonderfully intense. $42 – 5 Stars
Disaronno Velvet Liqueur
Creamy, opaque alabaster appearance. The nose is largely reminiscent of classic Amaretto with pretty floral scents with candied almonds, apricot stone, and vanilla. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich, chocolate and fruit-driven core with waves of vanilla cream and chocolate covered cherries. Medium-bodied and very silky being quite viscous and long lingering on the palate. $34.99 – 3.5 Stars
Disaronno Originale Liqueur
Brilliant, deep amber color. The nose is nostagilc offering scents of Italian almond cookies, nougat, marzipan, and cherry with accents of orange peel. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a rich yet nimble almond, marzipan-driven core with accents of cherry, candied orange peel, and caramel. Medium-bodied and simply seductive (again, nostalgia is playing a big part) with complex sweet flavors with just enough Amaro-like notes to keep it balanced $29.99 – 4 Stars
Engine Gin
Brilliant, crystal clear. The aromatics leap from the glass! There is nothing subtle at first as juniper and sage steal the show with lemon zest, wild flowers, and licorice in support. The palate is in full agreement with the nose delivering a round and silky core with prominent sage and juniper flavors flanked by citrus zest, licorice, and lovely accents of green peppercorns. Full-bodied and ideally balanced with pleasing herb barrage that finished dry with hints of sea salt and pepper. This Gin takes you on a wild ride. If you love fresh sage there is no better vehicle for the herb. The funky oil can packaging will catch your eye but I can't seem to pour without spilling. $34.99 – 4.5 Stars
Luxardo Espresso Liqueur
Brilliant, dark mahogany color. The nose is filled with scents of dark roasted espresso beans with supporting notes of dark chocolate with hints of vanilla bean and brown sugar. The palate is in full agreement with the nose while being a bit sweeter as the sugar adds depth to the espresso elongating the palate with notes of vanilla bean and cocoa nibs. Full-bodied and generous with espresso and supporting flavors — ideal for cocktails. $24.99 – 4 Stars
Lucano Amaro
Brilliant, deep mahogany. Bold aromatics with rich fruit compote featuring bitter herbs with ripe red berries, citrus zest, wild flowers, brown baking spices, and accents of vanilla, wild honey, clove, and hints of anise. The palate confirms the nose being lush and silky delivering a rich, ripe fruit concentrate with waves of bitter herbs, exotic brown spices, and decadent treacle. Supple while vibrant and satisfying with a viscosity that lingers for a good minute. Ideally balancing spice, fruit, and sweet flavors in total harmony. $29.99 – 4.5 Stars
Lucano Anniversario Amaro
Brilliant, deepest mahogany. The nose is luxurious and complex offering scents of wild mint, rhubarb, orange peel, licorice, cinnamon, and dried herbs. The palate echoes the nose delivering a lush but vibrant core of bitter herbs with fresh and dried citrus zest elongated on the palate with notes of minty fruitcake and vanilla bean. Full-bodied with incredible complexity, length, and ideal balance thanks to a generous dose of citrus-like acidity with peppery herbs. Made for Lucano's 120th anniversary using an ancient recipe by Cav. Pasquale Vena — more potent and drier than their classic Amaro. $35.99 – 4.5 Stars
Lucano Anniversario Limoncello
Cloudy, looking akin to freshly squeezed lemon juice. The nose is filled with the scents of freshly cut lemon zest with accents of tart lemon juice, hard lemon candy, and lemon oil. The palate echoes the nose delivering a moderately sweet, concentrated lemon flavor with loads of freshly squeezed lemon zest and sweet cane sugar. Medium-bodied and vibrant with abundant, fresh citrus flavors — slightly drier than most commercial Limoncello. $24.99 – 4 Stars
Lucano Anniversario Cordial Caffe Liqueur
Brilliant, dark mahogany color. The nose is filled with the scent of espresso beans, dark cocoa nibs, black coffee, and vanilla bean. The palate echoes the nose delivering a rich but nimble roasted coffee core with supporting notes of brown sugar, cocoa, and vanilla cream. Medium-bodied with layers of coffee and dark chocolate with enough dark roasted coffee accents to add balance and interest. $26.99 – 4 Stars
