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Solaro Capri Gin
Solaro Capri Gin is an authentically Italian luxury gin presented in a stunning ceramic bottle.
It is made from botanicals local to Capri including: Zagara (lemon blossom) from the Monte Solaro, sun-soaked red juniper from Cilento, Minto (myrtle) from Sorrento and Amalfi lemon peel and leaf giving the citrus burst.
Solaro Capri Gin RRP: £120 for a 70cl ceramic bottle. ABV: 42%. It’s available to purchase from Hedonism Wines
Cotswolds Harvest Series Amber Meadow Single Malt Whisky
This limited Single Malt release of 1,500 bottles is the third in the Cotswolds Distillery Harvest Series and features a blend of exclusive Moscatel casks and premium ex-Bourbon casks.
Harvest Series Amber Meadow is a light and fruity whisky with a subtle touch of peat that showcases the delicate character of Cotswolds Distillery Single Malt Spirit and celebrates the idyllic Cotswold landscape surrounding the distillery.
The design of the presentation tube is an illustration produced by the celebrated Cotswolds-based artist Lucy Pratt and depicts the beautiful colours and features of the landscape around the distillery at the most important time in the farming calendar. Cotswolds Harvest Series Amber Meadow Single Malt Whisky RRP: £100 for a 70cl bottle. ABV: 51%. Available to buy exclusively from Cotswolds Distillery
Mermaid Gin Original
Mermaid Gin is hand-crafted on the Isle of Wight and uses ten locally foraged and sustainably sourced botanicals, which are multi-distilled to deliver a smooth, clean and fresh delivery.
Organic lemon zest, underpinned by peppery, spicy notes with a hint of sea air from the locally foraged, fragrant rock samphire. A refreshing and invigorating serve for the free-spirited.
Mermaid Gin Original RRP from £38.00 for a 70cl bottle. ABV 42%. Available from: John Lewis, Master of Malt, The Whisky Exchange, Harvey Nichols, Fenwick, Tesco, M&S, Waitrose, Amazon and Isle of Wight Distillery
Or consider a miniature trio set of the Mermaid Gin. Gin trio may be small, but they are perfectly formed. The set includes a 5cl bottle of Mermaid Gin, Mermaid Pink Gin and Mermaid Zest Gin.
Mermaid Miniature Gin Gift Set RRP from £18 for 3 x 5cl bottles. ABV: 38-42%. Available from: John Lewis and Isle of Wight Distillery
Café Solo PX Sherry Cask Finished Coffee Liqueur
Café Solo PX is the world’s first coffee liqueur matured in Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks. Café Solo PX is indulgent and dessert-like, with layers of sweetness, depth, and complexity. Impress your guests with a Café Solo PX-Presso Martini, guaranteed to excite Espresso Martini aficionados. Café Solo PX RRP from £32 for a 70cl bottle. ABV 25%. Available from Cafe Solo, Amazon.
Savoia Americano Rosso
Savoia Americano Rosso is a vegan-certified aromatised aperitif wine created by drinks-industry innovator Giuseppe Gallo.
Made with a blend of 22 botanicals in a historic distillery in Turin, Italy, it showcases a bold flavour profile that’s characteristic of the Americano category of aperitivos and provides a perfect mid-point between red bitters and sweet vermouths for a range of classic Italian cocktails.
Specifically for Valentine’s the Savoia team has created three great cocktails: Romeo & Julietta:
Sparkling, elegant, and inspired by Italy’s timeless romance.You’ll need 40ml Savoia Americano Rosso, 15ml Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto, 50ml Prosecco.
To decorate red rose petal and edible gold dust in a Tall tumbler.
Negroni al SAVOIA: A fiery twist on the Negroni, combining spice, warmth, and Italian charm. For ingredients you’ll need 50ml Savoia Americano Rosso, 25ml Mezcal, 3 flakes of bitter cocoa in low tumbler glass and decorate with red chilli.
Cherry & Chocolate: rich, indulgent, and ideal for a cosy, romantic evening. Mix in a glass with ice – 35ml Savoia Americano Rosso, 20ml Bourbon whiskey, 2 pinches of bitter cocoa. Garnish with a black cherry and a dusting of cocoa powder.