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Firefly Sweet Tea
Vodka
750 ml, 35% ABV, $17.99
From the Firefly Distillery in South
Carolina, this spirit is a mix of
all natural ingredients: local tea,
Louisiana sugarcane, and their
original six-times-distilled vodka.
Pour it into a tall glass and mix
with lemonade for a refreshing
midday tipple.
Absolut Vodka
750 ml, 40% ABV, $21.99
Founded in Sweden in 1879,
Absolut is one of the world's most
popular vodkas. It's made from
winter wheat and has a clean,
bright taste. Absolut was first
made available worldwide in 1979,
and now they sell more than 100
million liters of it each year. For a
time-honored brunch cocktail, try
a screwdriver: Just add orange juice
to Absolut.
E & J VSOP Brandy
750 ml, 40% ABV, $14.99
Pale amber in color, this brandy
is from Ernest & Julio Gallo in
California. The aroma is fruity
and sweet, and the flavor profile
touches on caramel, vanilla, nougat
and citrus. For a chic addition
to your brunch experience, try
a French 75, which is a fusion of
brandy and champagne.
Adictivo Reposado
750 ml, 40% ABV, $63.79
This tequila is made from 100%
Agave Azul and aged in French
white oak casks, which lend flavor,
subtlety and character to the
beverage. On the nose you'll get
roasted agave, wood and a touch of
stone fruit. The taste is robust and
spicy with a long finish. For tequila
lovers, a classic Margarita or a
Bloody Mary is the go-to cocktail.
Knappogue Castle 12
Year Single Malt Irish
Whiskey
750 ml, 40% ABV, $44.99
From Quin, a village in County
Clare, Ireland, this spirit is aged for
12 years in former bourbon barrels.
On the palate, you'll get sour apple,
nutmeg, brown sugar and a touch
of coconut. If you're brunching over
the cold months, warm up by using
this single malt in a Hot Toddy.
Mr. Black Espresso
Cold Brew Liqueur
750 ml, 25% ABV, $34.99
Hailing from Australia just north
of Sydney, this liqueur is built from
cold-brewed Arabica beans, wheat
vodka and a little sugar. The taste
is sweet, earthy and bold with a
hint of dark chocolate. Try it in an
espresso martini.
-Andrew Madigan
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