The Whisky
The Dalmore 18 is a rich and robust whisky. The 18-year-old is matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks and aged Matusalem Oloroso Sherry casks, some of the rarest casks in the world, exclusively available to The Dalmore makers. R6 999.99. cutlerdrinks.co.za
The Dalmore 18 | R6 999.99
The Bubbles
An exciting release, Tokara Cap Classic Blanc de Blancs 2017 is a must-have on your festive dining table. Made from 100 per cent Chardonnay grapes grown on Tokara’s cool climate Elgin property, this bubbly spent over five years on the yeast lees. With delicate bubbles and elegant flavours, this is one to toast to a fabulous year past and ahead. R725 at selected liquor outlets. tokara.com
Tokara Cap Classic Blanc de Blancs 2017 | R725
The Wine
Rich and savoury, Flagstone Dark Horse Shiraz 2019 is the perfect accompaniment to a meat dish. Well balanced, big and round, with silky smooth tannins, this is a good one to enjoy now but it can also keep for five to 10 years, so we suggest you buy a couple extra to store in your cellar. R380. flagstonewines.com
Flagstone Dark Horse Shiraz 2019 | R380
The tequila
Artisanal Mezcal The Lost Explorer is now available in SA. Handcrafted from 100 per cent agave grown in Mexico’s Oaxaca’s Valles Centrales, this is one for the aficionados. Tobalá – known as the Explorer Agave – matures over 10 years in high-altitude canyons and is perfect for adventurous palates. R2 499. Available at Norman Goodfellows and online at cutlerdrinks.co.za
Artisanal Mezcal The Lost Explorer | R2 499
