olive and a subtle mineral quality — sometimes described as currants rolled in iron filings — emerge with air

Dead Guy tends toward lighter

Both are Polish vodkas bottled at 40% ABV

Extended time in the glass may coax out subtle exotic fruit undertones and a faint nuttiness that signals the wine's considerable age

The whisky is made exclusively from Golden Promise barley—an early-maturing spring variety prized for its depth of malt character—and is entirely unpeated

Castel de Fronjac Merlot Reserve bar-tools olive and a subtle mineralCastel de Fronjac Merlot Reserve is a French red wine made from Merlot grapes, presented in a standard 750ml bottle. As a "Reserve" bottling, this expression represents a selected cuve from the producer, intended to deliver richer concentration and more structure than a basic varietal release. Quick Facts: Varietal: 100% Merlot Origin: France Style: Reserve Producer: Castel de Fronjac Production & Heritage Castel de Fronjac produces this Merlot