Michlers Absinth Bohemicum 0,7L 70%

St. George Absinthe Verte 0.7L 60% Absinthe - the evil green fairy? Absinthe was - and is - still considered by many people to be an inferior spirit that causes hallucinations and drives people crazy. That this is nonsense does not need to be explained here. But where the "fear" of absinthe comes from is already clear. The reason for this lies in Switzerland. Drinking absinthe was widespread there and heavy consumption sometimes had negative physical consequences. However, this was due to the relatively high methanol content that was found in many spirits at the time due to poor production methods. The thujone content - which is often blamed for the "absinthe madness" - was rarely higher back then than in today's bottlings, as studies have shown. When an alcoholic vineyard worker brutally murdered his pregnant wife and two daughters in 1905, absinthe was blamed. The man had consumed two glasses of it. The fact that he had previously drunk up to five liters of wine and other spirits was kept secret. This would have been bad for wine producers, who were actively involved in a debate about banning it. In the same year, the first countries in Europe banned absinthe, which the USA followed in 1912. In the years that followed, absinthe almost completely disappeared from the market and its sometimes excellent quality was forgotten. The only thing that stuck in people's minds was that absinthe makes you mad. Until the new century, the myth of absinthe was only kept alive by a few moonshiners who were finally able to convince governments that absinthe was not the "evil" drink they had in mind. The ban was gradually relaxed and was finally overturned in the USA in 2007. St. George Absinthe Verte The artisanal distillery St. George Spirits in California had been preparing for this day. While the sale of absinthe was still prohibited, it was not forbidden to distill it. This was done for the St. George Absinthe Verte. For a full 11 years before sales were permitted again. This time was necessary because producing an absinthe with a distinctive color and a harmonious combination of flavors is a highly complex issue. The experiment was a success and the St. George Absinthe Verte was the first legally produced absinthe to flow from an American still in 95 years. An enormously long period of time, but the wait was worth it! The St. George Absinthe Verte is produced in the traditional way without artificial additives or other gimmicks. Simply pure absinthe as it should be. The base alcohol is brandy, which is mixed with wormwood, fennel and star anise. This infusion is then distilled in 1,500 L copper pot stills and then mixed again with herbs and spices. Mint, tarragon, basil, lemon balm, hyssop, meadowsweet and nettle give the St. George Absinthe Verte its color and other flavors. The taste of the St. George Absinthe Verte Drunk neat, the Absinthe Verte from St. George Spirits is a strong, herbal hit on the taste buds. No wonder at 60% vol. We therefore recommend mixing the St. George Absinthe Verte with ice water in a ratio of 1:3. This is the only way it can open up and reveal its full flavor. This begins with notes of licorice and develops towards a citrus and herbal profile. Give absinthe - and especially the St. George Absinthe Verte - a chance. You won't be disappointed!

Michlers Genuine Gin 0.7L 44% Classic style The Albert Michler distillery is mainly known for its expressive rums, but it is probably in every British distillery's blood to devote itself to the country's most famous spirit, gin. In the spirit of founder Albert Michler, the decision was made to distill a unique gin for people looking for new taste experiences. To develop it, the distillery joined forces with German master distiller Frank Braun, and production was also relocated to Germany, making it in the immediate vicinity of Michler's birthplace. In the 19th century, Michler lived and worked in Silesia, which at the time was partly part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and is now Poland. Lots of juniper The distillation of this spirit is quite unique, as it is divided into seven steps and a total of three distillation units, which are responsible for the distinctive taste. For the maceration, the heart of gin production, up to 15 spices and herbs are used, which are largely secret. Nevertheless, some are well known, such as the classic juniper, but then it quickly becomes exotic, as the other ingredients include apple peel, wormwood, rosemary, thyme, citrus fruits and a fruit similar to the currant. All botanicals are placed in the clear raw spirit so that the alcohol bursts the cell walls of the plants and they release their essential oils and aromas. This is how the alcohol is flavored and the gin is created. As more juniper is added during production than in other gins, the distillate tends to be slightly cloudy because there are more essential oils in the spirit, but this has no effect on the taste. Many nuances A variety of different aromas can be detected on the tongue, the main component being juniper. However, it is surrounded by nuances of spices and flowers reminiscent of forest and nature, which are rounded off by fruity, exotic aromas. This results in an overall very soft and round taste.

Michlers Orange Gin 0.7L 44% Bold steps With the Orange Gin, the British distillery is completing its trio of gins with another particularly flavoured taste experience. While cucumbers were added to the Green Gin to change the flavour, it is almost logical that oranges, or more precisely orange peel, were used in the Orange Gin. This gives the distillery a truly unique selling point with its gins that are deliberately dominated by one flavour. While all of the distillery's rums are otherwise made in England, the gins occupy a special place, because through the cooperation with the German master distiller Frank Braun, the gins are produced in Germany, just like he was back then. The origins of the distillery go back to the Austrian Albert Michler, who founded his liqueur and spirits factory in 1863 in the small town of Buchdorf in Silesia and quickly became very famous in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, especially for a herbal schnapps and his imported rum. Proven secrets For gin production, the Michler distillery had a special distillation process developed by master distiller Braun. From the unflavored raw spirit to the finished gin, the spirit goes through a total of seven distillation steps, all of which are responsible for the unique taste. But nothing more is known about this and it is a trade secret. Another secret are the gin's botanicals; a total of 15 different herbs, spices and fruits are used, although only a handful of them are known. Of these, juniper and cardamom are the most classic. The exoteric ones include wormwood, coriander, apple peel and a berry similar to the currant and of course the orange peel, which is rich in essential oils. Sun in the bottle The taste of the spirit immediately reminds you of a distant oriental market, with all its exotic products. The intense orange aroma harmonizes wonderfully with all the spices and creates a harmonious, round and warm overall picture. So tart, bitter but above all many fruity nuances play together and make this gin a taste experience with which you can bring summer, sun and warmth into your home.

Michlers Overproof Artisanal White Rum 0.7L 63% From here to now The "Michlers Overproof Artisanal White Rum" comes from the beautiful countries of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago. The distillery has its origins in Buchsdorf in Silesia, which is now part of Poland. The distillery was founded by Albert Michler in 1863. Shortly after he imported the first Caribbean rums, he was able to win over the royal and imperial family. The current company headquarters is near Wales, more precisely in Bristol. You can still feel the influence from the times of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy, as the aged rums in particular became well-known. These still play a major role in the distillery today, alongside all kinds of delicacies, such as various gins or absinthes. Then as now, quality is essential for the premium distillery. The exotic lifestyle Since the company is not based in the Caribbean, some may wonder how it manages to create a tropical rum. This is only possible through years of experience and good contact in the capital of rum production. With the distillery there and the skills of the master distillers, a unique Blanco rum is created. All ingredients come from the region, more precisely from the two islands of Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago. The distillery uses only locally grown sugar cane plants to extract the required molasses. The molasses is then fermented and then heated in traditional stills using the pot-still method in order to be able to distill the complex rum. Not only are the raw materials originally from the Caribbean islands, because even the master distillers who produce the end product have their roots there. They bring the necessary experience with them and give the rum that certain something. The exotic attitude to life is one of the decisive factors in how this white rum blend is created from various young spirits. A strong Blanco The rum was only stored for a short time in small white oak barrels in order to obtain a fresh appearance. It is already slightly sharp and estery on the nose. There are clearly pleasant wood and barrel notes that are surrounded by fruity tones. Spices and the typical molasses aroma, mangos, guavas, roasted nuts and citrus fruits are also noticeable, but the main flavor carriers are bananas and esters. The high alcohol strength of 63% ensures a strong taste and invites you to mix it in a cocktail. At the German Rum Award 2016, the complex rum took 3rd place in the overproof category.

Michlers Old Bert Jamaican Spiced 0.7L 40% Albert Michler Distillery Michlers Old Bert Jamaican Spiced is a homage to the distillery founder Alber Michler alias Old Bert. The label itself is intended to reflect the founder's world, imaginative and always good for surprises. Jamaican rum produced in a pot still forms the basis for Michlers Old Bert Jamaican Spiced. This is refined with a 100% natural spice macerate, which contains, among other things, cloves, vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper, ginger and Persian lime. The intense spice notes are also the first to emerge on the nose, but are also accompanied by the aroma of sweet fruits. On the palate, a very full-bodied, strong rum. The spice notes are clearly evident here, sparkling spicy pepper notes flatter the palate accompanied by citrus notes. A finely balanced harmony between sweet and spicy is also noticeable in the finish right up to the end.

Michlers Jamaica & Trinidad Artisanal White Rum 0.7L 40% Founded in 1863 If you look at this year, it quickly becomes clear that you can expect a lot from this distillery. Its origins are in what was then Silesia and it was highly valued as a purveyor to the court of the Austro-Hungarian royal family and later also as a supplier to the Navy. What began back then with local herbal and spice spirits has now expanded to include a very broad product range. A part of this portfolio includes Jamaican rum. Jamaica & Trinidad Artisanal White Rum Due to a comparatively short maturation in white oak barrels, Jamaica & Trinidad Artisanal is a blended rum. This is not just rum from different distilleries, but also rum from different countries. The two most traditional rum countries were chosen: Jamaica and Trinidad. In terms of taste, however, it does not need to hide behind its dark brothers. Jamaica & Trinidad Artisanal White Rum also has fruity and spicy molasses notes. A real firework of aromas also takes place on the palate: fruity notes such as banana and caramelized brown sugar are the main notes, accompanied by a variety of spices and a fine hint of oak. The finish is also packed with a variety of aromas.

Tabu Absinth Classic Strong, 0.5 L, 73% Tabu Absinth Classic Strong is a high-proof German absinthe with a thujone content of 35 mg/kg, made from purely natural ingredients. Floral on the nose, with spicy-sweet aromas, on the palate with intense herbal notes, lavender and anise nuances. Tabu Absinth Classic Strong should always be drunk diluted with water or added to a variety of cocktails.