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The Macallan Rare Cask

Rare Cask from Macallan is crafted only from Spanish oak sherry seasoned casks, which are amongst the most precious and scarce in single malt whisky; they also happen to be some of the most exclusive and expensive—reflecting the spirit’s distinct ruby red hue. Retails for $300 for 750 ML

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Gran Patrón Piedra

This small batch Extra Añejo tequila from Patrón has been aged for over three years in new American and French oak barrels. This ultra-premium tequila is produced entirely by the ancient “tahona” method, using a volcanic stone wheel to slowly crush the agave. Retails for $399 for 750 ML

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Redbreast 21 Year Old

The oldest expression of the Redbreast Whiskey family, this limited availability Redbreast 21 Year Old is made in a single pot still that’s been matured exclusively in first-fill Sherry and bourbon casks. To date, it’s one of the most sophisticated showings in Irish whiskey. Retails for $250 for 750 ML

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Burrough’s Reserve

From the venerable Beefeater brand comes Burrough’s Reserve, a rare barrel-finished gin that’s been distilled in the original copper still used by founder James Burrough. The batches of each handcrafted bottle are so limited that each displays the batch and bottle number on the label. Retails for $70 for 750 ML

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Absolut Elyx

A brand associated with flavored cocktails is now a leader in getting this once-eschewed spirit back in vogue with Elyx: a single-estate luxury vodka that’s handcrafted in a single batch and made from winter wheat in Sweden. Retails for $49

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Four Roses Small Batch

Here, the esteemed Four Roses Distillery in Kentucky uses only four casks to create each release of the coveted bourbon recipe that becomes their Four Roses Small Batch. It’s velvety in texture with a rich, caramel finish. Retails for $36 for 750 ML

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