This years Allram liter is again packaged with the ever popular crown cap and is a fantastic start if you have never experienced Gruner Veltliner. The aromatics are full of pepper and spice with hints of citrus zest and earthy nuances of fresh pea shoots and lentil. A wonderfully fresh and vibrant wine that is snappy but with just the right amount of texture to let the juicy, mouthwatering acid structure take you home! Will get better over the next two to three years…. 

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When it comes to killer value-priced Gruners like this one, more is definitely more. You will find that a liter of this in your fridge goes much much quicker than anticipated! This very dry, peppery white rings in at just 12.5% abv, and it is a cool, clean, bracing quaff with a spicy finish and notes of green melon and grapefruit. Just what a white wine should be, and nothing more. 

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Harvested from vines that range in age from 7 to 34 years old, this Zweigelt is fruity and elegant, with soft tannins. It was ripened after the fermentation, with the biological acids naturally dismantling as it aged in large oak barrels. This way it was able to develop beautifully, with the natural fruit in the wine coming very much to the foreground. 

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The 2008 Axpoint shows wonderful aromatics with \exotic echoes and a cloud of spice that permeates the wine. Very mineraly, elegant and well-bred. In every way, a picture-perfect example of Federspiel! 

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Smoky undertones inextricably intertwined with the typical mixture of garden herbs, subtle and refined, mid to full-bodied with inklings of yellow fruits. Tangy, spicy primary aromas with a pleasant tartness to the finish. So much for so darn little! Young vineyards (under 20 years) of the former Steiner Allerheilgenstiftung are selected for this classical Grüner Veltliner. 

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There is something crazily appealing about this wine. Maybe it's the squat green blue container with a twist-off cap, the glass bottle equivalent of your favorite uncle Herb. Or perhaps it is the price: less than $13 for a whole liter of wine. Then again, there is the wine itself: bright, herbaceaous, clean and so very very versatile. Keep one in your fridge for last minute dinner guests, or for yourself. It goes with anything--spicy food, fried food, or no food at all! 

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Endlessly quaffable, the Kalmuck Grüner Veltliner from Austria's Wachau region shows wildflower aromas, lively and animating balance of fruit and acidity and Grüner's characteristic white pepper note. 

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We are going out on a limb with this one, knowing there are many refreshing sparklers in the store right now. But this sparkling wine made from… you guessed it, Apples!... deserves special mention. First, it was made by perhaps the world’s most respected distiller of fruit-based spirits, Hans Reisetbauer. It was made with lovingly tended heirloom apples in the bucolic orchard land of Austria, with all the care that goes into high quality Champagne. Twice fermented, and showing an unbelievably attractive foaminess when popped, this goes down so effortless... Read More » 

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93 points Wine Spectator: "Focused and refined, with concentrated flavors of melon, pear, peach and spice. There’s also impressive structure, with a finish filled with white chocolate and cream." K&L's notes - Ice Wine comes in limited quantities, and Gruner Veltliner Ice Wines are even more rare. Vintner Manfred Weiss likes to use Gruner Veltliner grapes as they are less likely to be affected by botrytis, resulting in grapes are still mostly “clean” when the first cold night arrives at the end of the harvest. This lends itself of a wine with clear fruit... Read More » 

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90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2006 Ried Vogelsang, a blend of Pinot Blanc, Furmint, Welschriesling, and Muskateller, exudes ripe peach and pineapple with spicy, musky, animal, and almost sweaty notes. Its oily richness of texture and ripeness of fruit are enhanced by a perfectly-judged hint of sweetness, yet in finishing this turns unexpectedly refreshing and practically delicate, bitter fruit pit and saline notes adding interest and extending its length. The more you return to the glass, the more fascinating this wine becomes, and I am s... Read More » 

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This is one of the great mixing agents now available. All you need is a little gin and a lemon, and you've got a great cocktail. Among the native wildflowers found in the Alps are the Queen Charlotte and March Violets. Elegant in its simplicity, this authentic Crème de Violette captures their fragrance, vibrant colors, and taste. Enjoy this liqueur in classic cocktails such as the Blue Moon or Aviation, or as an ingredient in continental cuisine. 

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93 points Wine & Spirits: "This wine shows the sleek, finely detailed character common to the vintage's top wines, with lively flavors of white peach, orange peel and lime flavors. It takes its time to open in the glass, bound by a tense, taut core of energy, slowly revealing a floral and expansively fragrant length." (04/09) 92 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Medium green-yellow. Peach, apricot, lichee and blossom honey give the nose and mouth of this wine a rather exotic impression. The sweet fruit of this dry wine is perfectly cou... Read More » 

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Founded in 1987 by Dr. Wolfgang Unger, and now operated by his daughter Petra, and Konrad Hackl, the 11 hectare Dr. Unger estate is located in the prestigious Kremstal and Wachau regions of Austria. Petra Unger’s range of wines include Classic and Reserve bottlings. The Reserve wines are ripened longer and typically exceed 12.5% alcohol. These dry wines are full bodied, rich and rewarding delivering long flavors that express a sense of place. 

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David Schildknecht, the Austrian specialist for Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, describes Roland Velich and his Moric wines this way: "Roland Velich is no longer working with his brother Heinz at the family estate in Apetlon, but is pursuing his own dream, working with old vines in the heart of "Blaufrankisch country", Mittelburgenland, specifically Lutzmannsburg and Neckenmarkt. (Only his winery is located in Grosshoflein.) His are wines in a style you will not encounter anywhere else in Austria: Blaufrankisch vinified as if it were Grand Cru Burgundy, a... Read More » 

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St Laurent is a fairly rare Austrian grape varietal. It originated as a volunteer clone from Pinot Noir plants Burgundian monks brought into the country centuries ago. Juris is one of the top Austrian wine makers of this exquisite grape and their Selection 2007 is yet another good example of their craftsmanship. The wine shows the typical cherry notes of a good St. Laurent, has a medium body, and pairs very well with many types of food, grilled fish and braised meats alike. Testament to this is the fact that this wine was poured by the glass simultaneous... Read More » 

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91 points and one of the Year's Best from Austria, Wine & Spirits: "Crisp and clean, this wine pins down its floral aromas of apple and lime with a tense, saline combination of acidity and minerality. It feels focused and poised, with a lasting finish that is subtle and soil-infused." (04/09) According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Muskateller-like aromas of pungent sage, lemon zest, and tart black fruit skins mark the 2007 Riesling Gobelsburger, which is all about invigoration and refreshment right through to its faintly bitter end. Enjoy it over ... Read More » 

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This is a new DI property for us producing great wines from some of the top sites in the Kamptal. Michaela Haas is the 4th generation of this family to run the 15 ha domaine. It hard to beat this full-bodied and fruity red for value and just overall gulpiness. Spicy and rich, it is full of berry fruit and dark chocolate notes. 

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This is a terrific example of Pinot Noir, and for a price that pretty much blows most French or American Pinots out of the water. Varietally correct aromas of meat, Asian five spice and cherry meld into a finish that is supple, soft and oh-so right! 

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91 points Wine Spectator: "Redolent of fresh-cut Pippin apple and nectarine, with ripe spice and tropical fruit notes. The racy finish is quite minerally. Drink now through 2014." (12/08) 

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90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 08: "Pale green-yellow color. Yellow apple aroma with subtle peach and banana nuances, backed by notes of tobacco and fresh sponge cake. Elegantly styled wine, with sweetly extracted fruit nicely balanced by a pleasant acid structure. The long finish features pronounced minerality. Drink now to 2012." According to Robert Parker's wine Advocate: "The Alzingers’ 2007 Gruner Veltliner Federspiel Muhlpoint smells of under-ripe apricot, mint, green bean, and a hint of banana. Refreshing and coolin... Read More » 

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Fresh and fruity from the new 2008 vintage, this Blaufrankisch represents the best everyday drinking wine from Burgenland's top winery J.Heinrich. A very typical, juicy Blaufrankisch, it can be chilled slightly in summer time. Great with any of BBQ, pastas and pizzas. 

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93 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Medium green-yellow. Inviting, ripe yellow peach sweetly laced with honey and subtly spiced with caraway and smoky flint. A brilliant, juicy curve of acidity steers the delicate apricot, peach and lemon through to an exceptionally long finish. Should offer tremendous drinking pleasure for many years to come. Drink now to 2022." (Nov/Dec '08) 92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Buddleia, fennel, honey, a whiff of smoke, and a twist of lime scent Hiedler’s 2007 Riesling Heiligenstein. Rich and d... Read More » 

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According to Wine Enthusiast: "A lovely, lively, brittle wine, its delicate fruit flavors featherlight over the palate. The structure is here, but the acidity and the green, perfumed fruits are more dominant. The aftertaste is bright and fresh." (5/1/2008) According to importer Terry Theise: "Oh what a vintage: it is so full of love, the way a clean silvery stream loves the stones it plishes over; it is also keenly alive and animate, sweet-natured, mineral and blossomy; a wine that holds your hand and hums as you walk together along the cool moving wate... Read More » 

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According to importer Terry Theise: "This may be the best wine I’ve tasted from this fascinating variety, which is in essence a GrüVe cousin, making a fuller-bodied wine that’s sometimes more bell-peppery and sometimes muskier young RotVe tastes like 5-year-old GrüVe. These are 50-year-old vines, and the wine is replete with 'sweet' aromas leading to a palate that’s playful, herbal and minty and full of charm; salty, leafy, not as soy-like as they sometimes are, but more scintillating than any I’ve ever had." 

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91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Schrock’s 2007 Furmint is scented with nut oils and strawberry along with the more predictable, heady floral perfume (freesia, linden, peony) and quince. The combination of subtle oiliness and silken richness with levity and elegance is uncanny..." (02/09) According to importer Terry Theise: "I ADORE Furmint. And if Loire Chenin is high on your list-o-goodies then you’ll adore Furmint as much as I do. Indeed with wines like this it’s as if Mosel Riesling and Vouvray were blended in your glass. The variety, famou... Read More » 

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Vines ranging from 16-25 years of age planted in sandy gravel with a high content of quartz. Hand picked in September of 2007 and aged for half a year in old wooden casks. Deep garnet in color, spicy nose, big ol' berry-patch, wild game highlights like a Cote Chalonnaise pinot noir, biting black-cherry attack on the palate, rich and undulant texture. Tannins are challenging and happier with a bit of protein. And the wine could stand a year in the cellar, but darn it if it's not incredibly tasty right now! 

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90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Pale green-yellow. Intense blossom honey, delicate peach, apricot and pineapple on the nose. Medium-bodied, intense and juicy, with a racy, lemony acid structure giving the flavors excellent definition. Grapefruit and lemongrass linger on the finish. Drink now to 2013." (Nov/Dec '08) According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Red currant and lime in the nose of Ott-s 2007 Riesling Vom Roten Schotter could almost be that of a Ruwer Riesling. Ten and a half grams of residual sugar (apropos Ott-s co... Read More » 

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89 points Wine Spectator: "Crisp apple and peach flavors fill this firm Grüner. Very stony and minerally on the finish, with good snap. Not imported into the U.S. Drink now through 2012." (Web only, 2008) 

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92 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 08: "Medium green-yellow. Highly nuanced nose combines yellow apple, papaya and pineapple with discreet nuances of smoky flint, sponge cake, anise and pepper. The medium-bodied ripe peach flavor makes a sweet and silky impression, with elegant, juicy acidity providing a perfect counterpoint. The peach flavor is joined by a touch of honey on the finish. Offers good potential for further development. Drink 2010 to 2017." 91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Hirsch’s 2007 Gruner Veltliner L... Read More » 

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90 points Wine Spectator: "Redolent of fresh-cut apple and peach, this is very crunchy and fresh-tasting. Turns ripe and creamy on the broad, dense and slightly smoky finish. Drink now through 2013." (02/09) 

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Geyerhof is situated on the southern slopes of the Danube Valley east of Krems and forms part of the Lower Austrian wine region known as Kremstal (Krems Valley). Here, Josef and Ilse Maier cultivate 15 hectares of vineyards in optimal sites which are distinguished by their proximity to the Danube River. Noticeable temperature differences between day and night encourage the development of distinctive aromas and from the basis for top-quality wines. The special character and personality of the wines are however marked by Josef and Ilse Maier's passion for ... Read More » 

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90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Pale green-yellow. Aromas of apricot, dill and tarragon. Silky and stylish, with a juicy apricot flavor. A rather aristocratic style, with nicely balanced acidity and a long, minerally finish. Offers good potential for further development in bottle. Drink 2010 to 2017." (Nov/Dec '08) 89 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Harvested a week later than this year’s Wachtberg, the Salomon 2007 Gruner Veltliner Wieden Tradition displays much more generous fruit – assuming one can stretch “fruit” to inc... Read More » 

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According to importer Terry Theise: "15.2% alc, yet for some reason I didn’t find it annoying, at least not that day. It was picked at 110° Oechsle and I can’t tell you why it works, and I’m wary if it even does, but in the service of candor I liked the sweet-roasted red pepper and I’ll just have to taste it again and see if I was bamboozled or whether maybe even my sacred principles are more flexible than I thought." 

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Winemaker Michael Wenzel's entry level Blaufrankisch shows off pure Blaufrankisch character untouched by oak and presently in a medium-bodied, absolutely elegant wine. Nice spice and black-skinned berry notes with subtle hits of black pepper, this is a wonderful food pairing wine with its lighter alcohol and not overpowering heft or body. 

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This is a new DI property for us producing great wines from some of the top sites in the Kamptal. Michaela Haas is the 4th generation of this family to run the 15 ha domaine. This very polished Riesling shows undertones of honeydew melon and yellow peach, juicy and very fruity (almost candied) on the nose and palate but with considerable charm. On the tongue it is creamy and rich, opening up nicely and surprisingly full bodied, but never too big for its own good! 

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89 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2007 Riesling Federspiel Vom Stein had an almost impossible act to follow after its riveting vintage predecessor, but has gone in an entirely different stylistic direction. Lemony brightness, along with scents and flavors of sage, tangerine zest, and blackcurrant make this one of those 2007s that is slightly reminiscent of Sauvignon or Muscat. Snappy and tart, its energetic current of fresh fruit makes for an invigorating, lip smacking tonic that should work its effect over at least a 4-5 year period." (02/09... Read More » 

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91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Prieler 2006 Blaufrankisch Johannishohe – harvested October 6 and raised in large old fuder – represents an even more remarkable value than usual, fully reflecting the virtues of this outstanding vintage and likely to be worth savoring for at least 4-5 years. Lightly-cooked raspberry tinged with brown spices, herbs, black pepper, and salt inform a wine of enormous sheer fruit generosity. Yet, carnal and mineral depths emerge in the long, clear-fruited, pungently herbal and spicy finish of this wine that will ... Read More » 

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This is a rarity indeed! 100% organic, biodynamic rosé from Austria (not far from the Hungarian border), markedly less carbonated than, say, Champagne, with a floral bouquet of white flowers and hibiscus and a palate impression that is very dry but also fruity, with wild strawberries and herbs. A very refreshing summer quaffer! 

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Zweigelt makes big and bold reds, but what about rose wines from this spicy, zin-like grape? You guessed it, big and bold again. This new release is dry but seriously fruity, with berries and watermelon notes and a broad-shouldered feel that is rare among pink wines. Enjoy with fish grilled outside! 

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According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Schrock 2007 Muscat – this year 30% Sauvignon Blanc (a.k.a. “Muscat Silvaner”), 60% Gelber Muskateller, and 10% Muscat Ottonel – really puts the “musk” in “Muskat,” both in its animal and pungently spicy scents and its oily texture. Apricot, sage, marjoram, and orange blossom are also showcased in this sappy and satisfying blend, its finish invigoratingly suggesting salted peanuts, bitter-sweet citrus zest and apricot kernel, and pungent white pepper and herbs. This will prove versatile for at least 2-3 ye... Read More » 

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94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Hirsch 2007 Riesling Gaisberg features peach, persimmon, and brown spices, supported by well-integrated residual sugar (slightly higher than that of the Heiligenstein). Glossy richness of texture and a palpable sense of sheer density are augmented by tingling, bright and savory, saline mineral notes, ginger, and certain deep notes that suggest malt and a Gruner Veltliner-like concentration of root vegetables. The contrast with the cool, floral character and elegant poise of the Heiligenstein is quite dramatic... Read More » 

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According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Malat 2007 Gruner Veltliner Hohlgraben is another juicy, satisfying, lentil- and citrus-filled example of its variety. Its melon and tart rhubarb flavors on the palate offer a contrast like that of its silky texture with tart pungency and zesty persistence, and from these tensions, the wine derives its energy and much of its fascination and potential versatility at table over the coming 2-3 years." (02/09) This one's made in that classic style that pretty much screams genuine and universal Veltliner. It o... Read More » 

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Powerful Riesling with a core of minerals and a trimming of pineapple and guava. Dry and long, this wine is just the thing to pair with simply prepared poached whitefish or more exotic Thai cuisine. 

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Kuebelbier is brewed according to the historic beer style: Zwickelbier. Zwickelbier comes from the Franconia region in Germany and dates back beyond the Middle Ages. The name “Zwickelbier” stems from the sampling mug (”Zwickel” in German) mounted at the outside of the tank for assessing the brew’s progress during fermentation. The Zwickelbier style is an unfiltered lager beer (Bottom-fermenting) that traditionally is served as soon as fermentation is complete. Kuebelbier is brewed as a pilsner and is then bottled directly from the cellars without any fil... Read More » 

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90 points Wine Spectator: "According to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "2007 Gruner Veltliner Kamptaler Terrassen offers a typical melon, sweet lime, and herb meld, a bit reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc, and with a winsome combination of soft, soothing texture with vigor and refreshment. Enjoy it over the next 18-24 months." (02/09) 

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According to importer Terry Theise: "First offering: and the best Spiegel ever, ever! I don’t normally offer this, as the small trade-up to the iconic Pinot Blanc Maximum tends to make you lose interest in the kid brother, but wow, this is excellent Pinot Blanc; almost as juicy and capacious as a normal vintage of Maximum; toast and roasted corn; alive and beaming; acacia and ginger and tarragon, meyer lemon and langoustine and allspice." 

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93 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Nov/Dec 08: "Pale green-yellow. Highly attractive and inviting bouquet exhibits apricot and peach blossom with subtle pineapple and lichee nuances. Ripe peach, mango and plenty of flinty minerals in the mouth. The wine's silky texture and generous body give it a rather opulent character. Juicy apricot jam lingers long on the finish. Drink now to 2017." 91 points Wine Spectator: "Juicy, with delicate white peach, Fuji apple and pear flavors. The bright, spicy finish lingers with ruby grapefruit notes.... Read More » 

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Geyerhof is situated on the southern slopes of the Danube Valley east of Krems and forms part of the Lower Austrian wine region known as Kremstal (Krems Valley). Here, Josef and Ilse Maier cultivate 15 hectares of vineyards in optimal sites which are distinguished by their proximity to the Danube River. Noticeable temperature differences between day and night encourage the development of distinctive aromas and from the basis for top-quality wines. The special character and personality of the wines are however marked by Josef and Ilse Maier's passion for ... Read More » 

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92 points in Wine Spectator: "A very powerful and minerally style, with deep, rich flavors of peach, apricot and almond. Intense spice and cream notes envelop the long finish. Drink now through 2015. 125 cases made." (12/08) 

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Rothman & Winter Orchard Apricot Liqueur combines juice from the seasonal harvest of Austria’s famed Klosterneuberger apricots with an eau-de-vie produced from this same fruit. Destillerie Purkhart selects its apricots each season from family orchards in the Danube Valley and surrounding regions. Ideal for perfecting so many classic cocktails. Try the Golden Dawn Cocktail: 2/3 oz Dry Gin 2/3 oz Orchard Apricot Liqueur 2/3 oz Calvados 2/3 oz Cointreau 1 dash Grenadine 

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