MACALLAN EDITION NO.4. The 4th release in The Macallan’s Edition Series is a limited edition whisky inspired by this venerable distillery’s whisky making process. Special attention was given to the choice of oak casks that imbue this Edition No. 4 with its character and flavor. (Note that Edition No. 1 initially sold for P5,000, and is now going for over P60,000 per bottle.) Forth and Tay, (02) 828-1067, P8,000
KAVALAN SOLIST AMONTILLADO. This Amontillado Sherry Single Cask Strength from Taiwan’s Kavalan was named the “World’s Best Single Cask Single Malt Whisky” in 2016 by the prestigious World Whiskies Awards (WWA). Those not into sherry cask may want to try the Kavalan Solist Port Cask instead. Grand Cru Wines & Spirits, (02) 518-0131
CHIVAS REGAL MIZUNARA. It’s the world’s first Scotch whisky to be selectively finished in Japanese Mizunara oak casks. This delicious Scotch x Japan blend is easy to appreciate and makes for excellent highballs, too. S&R Membership Shopping, www.snrshopping.com, P3,449
JOHNNIE WALKER WHITE WALKER. This limited edition Scotch was inspired by Game of Thrones’ most feared characters—the White Walkers from the frozen North. Available in all JW retail outlets by December 15, www.johnniewalker.com/en-ph/, P1,299
BEE’S KNEES GIN. Blended and bottled in Manila by The Back Room Bar, this gin uses botanicals that include malunggay, dalandan, sampaguita, chrysanthemum, luyang dilaw, and juniper berries to produce a crisp, clean tasting gin that makes for a refreshing G&T. Available at The Back Room Bar by mid-December, IG @backroomph, P900
GRIFFO SCOTT STREET GIN. This gin from Petaluma, California is the 2016 San Francisco World Spirits gold medalist. This London-style gin is infused with nine botanicals that showcase the terroir of Sonoma County. HappyLivingph.com, (02) 895-6507, P2,400
BOTANIST GIN. The Botanist is a versatile mixing gin that delivers a classic gin flavor. Despite its massive 31 botanicals, it is a well-balanced gin that can also be enjoyed simply on the rocks. S&R Membership Shopping, www.snrshopping.com, P2,699
HENDRICK’S GIN. This ever-popular curious gin distilled in Scotland with infusions of cucumber and rose is available in a gift box with a special Hendrick’s atomizer for this Christmas season. S&R Membership Shopping, www.snrshopping.com, P1,900+
HINE RARE VSOP. This silver medalist at the International Wine & Spirits Competition is Hine’s flagship Cognac. Hine has been the sole official French Cognac supplier to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II since 1962. You can upgrade to an even more premium Cognac, gold medalist Hines Antique XO Premier which is a blend of 40+ Cognacs. Apotheke Craft Spirits Co., www.winedepot.com.ph, VSOP P2,500, XO P8,000
REMY MARTIN MATT W. MOORE LIMITED EDITION VSOP COGNAC. This VSOP collaboration between the Cognac giant and American digital artist, Matt W. Moore or MWM, is sure to be one that collectors’ will be keen to add to their haul. You can also upgrade to a timeless classic with the elegant XO. S&R Membership Shopping, www.snrshopping.com, VSOP P2,519, VSOP + XO P8,299
