Wine
Golden Age Meadery Ancient Lore Mead 200 mL
Golden honey opens with a clean floral lift and gentle herbal bitterness. Rosemary adds an aromatic, savoury edge, while balsam needles bring a crisp pine-like freshness through the middle. Earthy undertones keep the sweetness composed, and a subtle coffee note gives the finish depth and warmth. Complex without feeling heavy, it can be served lightly chilled as an after-dinner pour.
Esquimalt Bitter Red Americano
Bright citrus and decisive herbal bitterness shape the opening, balanced by just enough honeyed sweetness to keep the palate composed. Gentian and wormwood provide a firm, appetizing structure, while subtle wood smoke, pine and coastal botanicals add depth. Grapefruit and fresh florals lift the long, clean finish. Serve over ice with soda, or use it as the bitter component in a Negroni, Boulevardier or Americano-style cocktail.
Esquimalt Bitter Orange Apéritif
Orange blossom leads with a bright, fragrant lift, followed by vanilla, almond and a firm line of herbaceous bitterness. Cinnamon and clove add gentle warmth, while the mead base brings a rounded texture without making the palate heavy. The finish is citrus-led, bittersweet and quietly spiced. Serve chilled over ice, lengthen with sparkling water, or use it to bring polished orange-and-botanical depth to gin, rum or whisky cocktails.
Dolin Dry Vermouth de Chambéry
Citrus peel opens a generous, aromatic nose, layered with fresh menthol, balsamic herbs, rose and alpine botanicals. Almond and a cool stone-like note add depth to the lightly bitter citrus base. The palate is lively and fine, finishing dry with quiet sweetness held firmly in check. Serve chilled as an aperitif, over ice with lemon, or in a dry Martini and other classic vermouth-led cocktails.
Delinquente Bizzarro Bitter Aperitivo
Bright orange and lemon peel lead with an aromatic citrus lift. Rhubarb and gentian root bring a clean, earthy bitterness, while the skin-contact white-wine base adds texture and a gently savoury edge. Sweetness and bitterness remain evenly balanced through the finish. Serve over ice with soda, build into a spritz with sparkling wine, or use in citrus-led aperitivo cocktails.
Cinzano Extra Dry Vermouth 1 L
Fresh mint, sage and oregano shape the aroma, with a subtle thread of spice beneath. The palate is crisp and wine-led, balancing herbal freshness with a restrained bitterness that gives the finish definition. Clean and composed rather than sweet or heavy, it works well chilled as an aperitif, over ice with a twist, or in classic dry cocktails where its herbal detail can remain clear.
Brancaia Ilatraia 2018 Toscana IGT 750 mL
Dark fruit leads with clarity and depth, framed by savoury spice and a restrained touch of toast. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure, Petit Verdot adds colour and intensity, and Cabernet Franc brings aromatic lift. The palate is full-bodied yet fresh, with polished tannins and enough acidity to keep the finish defined and elegant. Decant before serving with roast lamb, braised beef or aged pecorino.
Blandy’s 10 Year Old Bual Madeira 3 L
Rich raisin, fig and orange-marmalade aromas sit over caramel, vanilla and toasted walnut. The palate is medium-sweet and concentrated, with maple-like depth balanced by Madeira's firm acidity, so the sweetness remains energetic rather than heavy. Dried fruit and gentle spice carry through a long, complex finish. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, nut tart or caramelized desserts, or pour a small glass after dinner.
Mauro Vergano Americano Rosso Aperitivo
A Grignolino wine base brings vivid cherry fruit beneath a firmly bitter botanical frame. Gentian, wormwood and quinine give the palate structure, while bitter orange peel and savoury herbs add citrus lift and aromatic detail. More fruit-driven than a deeply caramelized bitter, it finishes dry, herbal and persistent. Serve over ice with an orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use in an Americano-style cocktail.
St. Petroni Vermu Branco 1 L
Pale gold and aromatic, with crisp Albariño fruit opening into citrus peel, white flowers and a clean herbal lift. Laurel and wormwood add savoury depth, while Padrón pepper brings a subtle warmth that sharpens the gently rounded texture. The finish is fresh, persistent and lightly bitter. Serve chilled over ice with lemon, lengthen with soda, or use in a bright aperitif cocktail alongside olives, shellfish or salted almonds.
Carpano Punt e Mes Vermouth
Golden orange in colour, with dark fruit, citrus peel and aromatic herbs leading the nose. The palate begins with rounded sweetness before bitter orange, quinine and warm spice bring firmer definition. The finish is long, herbal and distinctly bitter, making this a versatile bridge between sweet vermouth and amaro. Serve chilled over ice with orange, lengthen with soda, or use in a Manhattan, Negroni or Boulevardier when a more assertive bitter edge is wanted.
Primitivo Collantes 11 Mil 130 Artisan Vermouth
Deep mahogany with copper highlights, this Andalusian vermouth opens with aromatic herbs, warm spice and orange peel. The palate is gently sweet but neatly balanced by a measured bitter edge, giving the rich colour and botanical depth a clean, composed shape. Serve over ice in a wide glass with lemon or orange, or use it to bring savoury complexity to a classic cocktail. It is a natural match for olives, smoked seafood, conservas and cured meats.
Ollivier Cottenceau Phénomène Dealcoholized Melon de Bourgogne 0.5%
Citrus and light orchard-fruit tones sit over a lean, mineral frame, with lees ageing adding subtle texture without sacrificing freshness. The palate is supple and bright, showing lively acidity, a faint natural spritz and a brisk saline finish. Serve well chilled with oysters, shellfish, soft goat cheese, vegetable terrines or simply prepared white fish. Its restrained sweetness and coastal profile make it especially useful at the table.
Marrow Arancio Vermouth
Lush and fruit-led, with skin-contact Pinot Gris bringing ripe orchard fruit, gentle grip and an amber-toned depth. Lavender and chamomile add soft floral lift, while rhubarb root, yarrow, sweet cicely, bitter orange and kola nut build a layered herbal bitterness beneath measured sweetness. The finish is textured, fragrant and complex. Serve chilled over ice with a lemon slice, or use it to give a Negroni or spritz a distinctly botanical edge.
Colección de Toneles Centenarios Luis XIV Red Vermouth
Light mahogany in colour, with expressive wild herbs, anise and sweet spice layered over ripe red fruit. The palate is rounded and medium-sweet, with cinnamon warmth and a fine bitter edge bringing balance through a long, composed finish. Serve well chilled over ice with an orange twist, or use in a Negroni or Manhattan; olives, salted almonds and charcuterie make straightforward aperitif pairings.
González Byass Fino Dos Palmas Sherry
Intense and savoury, with flor, green olive, hay, marzipan and hazelnut over a firm saline-mineral core. The palate is fuller than a young fino yet remains decisively dry, bringing brine, subtle pepper and a faint oxidative note before a long, mineral finish. Serve well chilled with jamón, salted almonds, anchovies, fried seafood or aged Manchego; its depth makes it especially strong at the table.
González Byass Apóstoles 30-Year VORS Palo Cortado Sherry 375 mL
Deep amber and concentrated, with roasted almonds, orange peel, molasses, tobacco and a fine smoky edge. The palate is full and smooth, balancing dried fig, toffee and dark chocolate with tangy mineral freshness and a distinctly saline line. Its off-dry richness closes long, nutty and gently smoky. Serve slightly chilled with pâté, blue cheese, glazed duck or a dark chocolate dessert.
René Geoffroy Ratafia Rouge
Amber with a reddish glint, opening on ripe red fruit, Morello cherry stones and warm spice. The palate is rich and rounded, with gentle sweetness balanced by fresh acidity and a lightly vinous, harmonious finish. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif, or alongside blue cheese, crème brûlée, vanilla ice cream or dark chocolate with cherries; the combination of fruit, softness and freshness keeps it poised rather than heavy.
Cooperativa de Gandesa Terralta Vermouth
Bright amber and intensely aromatic, with sweet spice, Mediterranean herbs, menthol, fennel and rosemary. The palate opens softly sweet and fresh, then gains structure before a persistent, gently bitter finish restores balance. Serve well chilled or over a single cube of ice with orange peel; it is a natural aperitif alongside olives, roasted almonds, anchovies or cured meats.
Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth 1 L
Amber-hued and richly aromatic, with vanilla opening into citrus peel, dried fruit, almond, raisin and clove. The palate is rounded and generous, layering bitter orange, dates, cocoa and saffron over a softly sweet, spiced frame. Serve over ice with orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use it to give a Negroni or Manhattan added depth; it also works neatly after dinner.