Spirit Expert Employee Picks

Stellar Spirits

At Star Liquors, we pride ourselves on having the friendliest, most knowledgeable staff around. And although all our employees are universally trained in every area of the store, here are a few recommendations from our on-staff spirits experts.

Mike

Blue Coat Gin

No additives and all-natural, organic botanicals make five-time, batch-distilled Bluecoat American Dry Gin a distinctive and revolutionary spirit with a unique flavor profile and unsurpassed character.

Craft distilled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, organic juniper berries give it earthy, spicy notes. When combined with a proprietary blend of American citrus peels, the result is a smooth, invigorating gin, worthy of the term American Premium.

Woodford Reserve Bourbon

Woodford Reserve Bourbon Whiskey is handcrafted in small batches in Kentucky. Presenting an irresistible nose followed by a soft and delicate yet elegant and mature flavor, Woodford Reserve Bourbon Whiskey displays a balance of characteristics spanning the flavor spectrum to include delicate fruits and spices with sweet chocolate and spicy rye.

The Official Bourbon of the Kentucky Derby for the past eleven years, Woodford Reserve has created a limited edition bottle for the 2009 event featuring artwork by retired jockey Tom Chapman

Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon

Originating in Kentucky and winner of five Gold medals in the International spirits competition in the last five years, Blanton’s underlying dryness amid spice and honey makes for bourbon that suits all tastes.

The nose is very deep and satisfying. The taste has a masterful start with powerful, dry vanilla notes in perfect harmony with hints of honey. This amongst strong, creamy caramel, which holds the fort until some late soft peppers arrive to spice things up.

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  • Tequila Clase Azul Reposado

    Best for: Sipping
    Star price: $47.99 / .375 L; $71.99 / 750 ml

     

    Leopold Bros. New York Apple Whiskey

    Best for: After dinner sipping, on the rocks, or as a refined twist on a traditional Manhattan
    Star price: $32.99 / 750 ml

     

    Hangar One Vodka – Mandarin Blossom

    Best for: Blossoms
    1 orange wedge, squeeze + drop

    1-3/4 oz Hangar One Mandarin Blossom vodka

    1/4 oz Triple Sec

    Splash orange juice

    Splash sweet & sour (home-made fresh-squeezed lemon and lime is best)

    Dash of orange flower water
    Star price: $26.99 / 750 ml

     

    Blue Coat Gin

    Best for: Gin & Tonic
    Star price: $24.99 / 750 ml

     

    Woodford Reserve Bourbon

    Best for: Mint Julep
    4 fresh mint sprigs
    2 ½ oz Woodford Reserve
    1 tsp powdered sugar
    2 tsp water
    Muddle mint leaves, powdered sugar and water in a Collins glass. Fill the glass with shaved or crushed ice and add bourbon. Top with more ice and garnish with a mint sprig. Serve with a straw.
    Star price: $26.99 / 750 ml ; $49.99 / 1.75 L

     

    Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon

    Best for: Neat or on the rocks
    Star price: $49.99 / 750 ml