Bubbles, Wines and Spirits: The Latest Boozy Bottles To Get Your Hands On

As we're introduced to the latest beers, wines and spirits of 2022, we share with you the launches and releases of new boozy bottles every month.

From champagne and wines to all kinds of spirits—gin, whisky, tequila, vodka, rum—here are the exciting new alcoholic beverages to get your hands on!

The Latest Boozy Bottles of 2022

December 2022

​ LOUIS XIII COGNAC INTRODUCES THE DROP FOR A NEW GENERATION

LOUIS XIII, one of the world’s most prestigious cognacs, unveils its newest product innovation to Singapore: THE DROP, a luxurious collection of five 1cl bottles filled with the pristine LOUIS XIII Cognac blend.

With the launch of THE DROP, the vision is for LOUIS XIII to become an icon for a new generation that is always on the move, spontaneous, playful and enjoys making things their own. THE DROP is designed for the new connoisseurs, digital natives, and life-fulfillers that praise their tribes, claim the world for themselves, and seize the moment together. As a group, they spontaneously reinvent luxury codes through ownership, creating their own distinct ‘art-de-vire'.

THE DROP stands at the crossroads of the LOUIS XIII visionary brand statement – Think a Century Ahead. You can discover and purchase this innovative item and associated accessories to make the world, the moment, and THE DROP yours, exclusively at a unique LOUIS XIII pop-up, which will run for four weeks from 3 December at Design Orchard, Orchard Road.

With THE DROP, the new generation is entrusted with the essence of LOUIS XIII in its purest form. Each bottle contains 1cl of the pristine LOUIS XIII Cognac blend. Available individually or in an exclusive box of five bottles, each of THE DROP reflects a spontaneous mood and mindset: Loud, Glow, Bold, Smooth and Bright. The new generation is invited to pick a bottle that best resonates with them, then live the experience with their tribe - whenever and wherever they are. THE DROP’s bottle case is customisable with initials and can be carried with lanyards in different colours, so that they can choose the best fit for their mood. THE DROP is all you need to fully enjoy LOUIS XIII Cognac.

Celebrating the launch of THE DROP, LOUIS XIII is proud to present its first-ever immersive retail experience in Southeast Asia in the heart of the fashion hub in Singapore, Orchard Road. From Saturday 3 December 2022 to Sunday 1 January 2023, guests will be invited to immerse themselves into the LOUIS XIII THE DROP universe with interactive augmented reality experiences and crafting stations featuring engraving and leather embossing services. 

The must-visit activation will be at Design Orchard during the busy festive season, and the full Louis XIII range will be available for purchase, from the 70 cl Decanter to the very rare 6 L Mathusalem. For the first time in Southeast Asia, there will also be gifting and service items for purchase, such as the LOUIS XIII crystal glass, service tray and crystal spear.

November 2022

​LIMITED EDITION CHIVAS 18 IN COLLABORATION WITH K-POP ICON LISA

Blended Scotch whisky Chivas, is celebrating its ongoing partnership with one of the world’s most influential K-Pop musicians, LISA, with an exclusive drop of its iconic Chivas 18, in collaboration with the global music sensation. 

Just like LISA, Chivas 18 made its debut in 1997 making it the perfect bottle to showcase her creativity and allow her personality to shine through. Splashes of bold blue and hot pink feature across the design, completed with the addition of the star’s signature in a striking neon font. LISA’s contemporary influence on the design comes in the form of a detachable 18-karat gold plated logo charm which fans can keep, and the iconic Chivas Luckenbooth is also given a LISA makeover, sharing centre-stage with her trademark star logo across the bottle’s outer box. 

LISA’s limited edition bottle, perfectly complements Chivas 18’s luxuriously rich and complex taste that masterfully blends malt and grain whiskies from distilleries all over Scotland. To celebrate the ongoing collaboration between Chivas and LISA, a specially tailored cocktail recipe, ‘Pink Spice’ has been developed by the brand in partnership with the musician. The recipe blends notes of tea, citrus and spice inspired by the LISA’s Asian heritage alongside Chivas 18’s elegantly layered blend.

LISA commented: “I had so much fun working with the team at Chivas on this limited edition bottle. The bottle is typical LISA - bright, bold, and unique – and I’m so excited for everyone to finally see it. It is amazing to now have my own bottle – and cocktail too!”

The limited edition bottle is the next move in Chivas’ partnership with LISA, who earlier this year was announced as the first female face of the brand in Asia. The partnership comes under the global ‘I Rise, We Rise’ platform which demonstrates Chivas’ continued commitment to celebrate and elevate the next generation of hustlers who are forging their own paths to success.

You can pre-order here.

October 2022

​Mortlach 30 Year Old Midnight Malt

The pinnacle of the Mortlach portfolio, this is the boldest, richest and darkest of our malts. A rich, deep, dark whisky to savour slowly in the darker hours. When day transcends to night, as light changes and shadows emerge, senses are heightened, conversations take an intriguing twist and the deepest darkest secrets are revealed. Mortlach Midnight Malt captures the intensity of this moment; a rare & magnetic invitation into the boldest, deepest and most intriguing expression of our malt. 

Aged 30 years, finished through a three cask finish of bold provenance: refill American Oak & European Oak combined, split to finish in Bordeaux, Guatemalan Rum & Calvados seasoned casks then finally married in custom quarter casks.

Mortlach 30 year Old Midnight Malt has a limited release of 350 bottles annually and is priced at SGD$6,200 from Diageo Rare and Exceptional.

September 2022

​Award-Winning Wines from Marks & Spencer

Did you know that Marks & Spencer has an amazing selection of award-winning wines,  recognised by the likes of the International Wine Challenge (IWC), Decanter World Wine Awards  (Decanter) and International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC)? The M&S Classics Range, which covers some of the most popular wine styles and regions, had a number of  bottles that were recognised as among the best bottles at the most prestigious industry awards, all available at budget-friendly prices. 

Their 2021 Saint Clair 'James Sinclar' is a Sauvignon Blanc ($59.90) that was awarded Silver by IWC and Decanter. This Sauvignon Blanc has vivid flavours of gooseberries and tomato leaf with a refreshing, vibrant finish. Another bottle to consider is their 2020 Cotes de Provence Sainte Victoire Rosé ($49.90) that was awarded Bronze by Decanter and Silver by IWSC. It is a fresh aromatic rosé with flavours of red fruits, citrus and floral hints. This dry wine is made with Grenache and Syrah grapes from the Sainte-Victoire region and is vegan-friendly. A red to consider is their 2020 Classics Cotes Rhone Village ($34.90) was awarded Silver by IWSC and Bronze by IWC and Decanter. This rounded red wine from France's Rhône Valley, with flavours of juicy red cherries. Pair this medium-bodied wine with roasted meats. Suitable for vegans and the perfect accompaniment with roasted meats. 

In celebration of these award-winning wines, from 13 September till 12 October, purchase any bottle of wine and get the second bottle at 50% off.

August 2022

​The Balvenie Cask Finishes Range

The Balvenie has unveiled three new cask finished whiskies as part of its Cask Finishes range. The three new expressions reflect the brand’s commitment to its continued discovery of depthful lavours, while embodying the Speyside distillery’s honeyed signature style. The updated range includes The Balvenie Madeira Cask aged 15 years, The Balvenie French Oak Cask aged 16 years, and The Balvenie Pedro Ximénez aged 18 years. 

The Balvenie Madeira Cask aged 15 years has overflowing flavours of blackcurrants and brambles slowly layer upon gingery syrup and delicate spice. It is finished in Madeira casks which increases complexity, bringing notes of fresh peaches, oranges zing and hazelnut. 

The Balvenie French Oak Cask aged 16 years is a beautiful balance of light floral notes from lotus and geranium flowers, with hints of fresh meadow grass and peeled apple skin. It finishes in Pineau casks creating notes of energising grapefruit, geranium, glazed fruit and ginger. 

The Balvenie Pedro Ximénez Cask aged 18 years is a medley of lavours from raisin & bursting currants, intertwine oak and subtle clove, concealing smooth sweet lavender. It is finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry butts which creates a fusion of sweet lavender, mandarin, fig, and subtle clove. 

The Balvenie French Oak Cask aged 16 years is available on iShopChangi and selected 1855 The Bottle Shop outlets. The Balvenie Madeira Cask aged 15 years and The Balvenie Pedro Ximénez Cask aged 18 years are available exclusively at Travel Retail airport stores in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, and more.

July 2022

​Rockpool Rum

Founded by four friends who love rum, Rockpool Rum may be made in small batches but is an expertly crafted blend of 3-5 year old rums from Barbados and the Dominican Republic. Mature enough to be full of character, but young enough not to be too overpowering, Rockpool is made by blending English-style rums from Barbados and Spanish-style rums from the Dominican Republic, all aged in American oak barrels. 

With no added sugar, colour, or flavours, Rockpool blends a mix of pot and column still rums from renowned distilleries in Barbados and Dominican Republic. The rum is balanced with notes of light vanilla and dried orange peel. It boasts a warm finish that makes it innately sippable, yet very mixable. From spirit-forward drinks such as an Old Fashioned to refreshing rum classics like Mojitos and Daiquiris, Rockpool Rum is versatile enough to create a variety of drinks on a night that could go anywhere. With a sleek and modern bottle design, Rockpool interprets rum’s nautical beginnings in a brand new way. Evoking the colours, textures and patterns found in nature, the whimsical and wild label was recently recognised with a Gold Medal by the World Rum Awards 2022. 

A nod to the important role rock pools play in the ocean’s ecosystem,the founders felt it was only right to ensure that they not only tried to minimise Rockpool’s impact but also to find a way to give back. A proud member of 1% for the Planet, Rockpool joins a global network of businesses, individuals and nonprofit organisations tackling the planet's most pressing environmental issues. Founded to prevent greenwashing, certify reputable giving and provide accountability, the 1% for the Planet certification is only given to businesses and individuals that commit to donating 1% of annual sales or salary to environmental causes. 

Rockpool Rum can be purchased online and is also available across the island at Rumours Beach Club, Lime House, 28 Hong Kong Street, Taylor Adam, 1880 and more.

​Heineken Silver

Heineken is set to excite a new generation of beer drinkers in Singapore, with the unveiling of its latest brewing innovation – Heineken Silver. Heineken Silver is a smooth, easy-to-drink beer brewed for a generation eager to elevate and refresh the social occasions of today. 

Following in the footsteps of the brand’s iconic original, Heineken Silver offers uncompromising quality. Using beautifully simple and natural ingredients including the famous Heineken A-Yeast and quality pure malt, Heineken Silver is star brewed to quench a new generation’s thirst for the most refreshing and unexpectedly smooth experience. Heineken Silver has a smoother taste that comes from the signature Heineken fruity aroma flavours, whilst also being lower in alcohol (4%). 

This beer caters for those who want a smooth beer that has a lower bitter flavour profile. Or for moments where you want a less bitter beer, for example, in combination with food. 

For more information, check out Heineken’s Instagram @heinekensg.

June 2022

Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal

Composed of eaux-de-vie coming exclusively from the most sought-after vineyards of Cognac, Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne, the Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal carries a distinctive oaky flavour due to the long, soft barrel toasting that teases out subtle 
notes of vanilla and brioche. This uniquely woody profile is elevated using casks made from oak found in the forests of Limousin, with wide grains that allow more exchanges between the wood and the eaux-de-vie, creating a broader and richer aromatic development.

The rich and robust Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts interested in creating their own interpretations of classic Cognac cocktails at home. Impress house guests with a Royal Tom Collins, a light and refreshing highball which combines 45ml Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal, 20ml lemon juice and 20ml simple syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain over ice into a highball glass and top with club soda. Garnish the tasty tipple with a lemon wheel and brandied cherry to show off your hosting skills.

Alternatively, home bartenders can try their hand at a well-balanced Sidecar, a classic and timeless cocktail made with 30ml Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal, 20ml Cointreau and 10ml lemon juice poured into a shaker filled with ice. Strain and pour into a coupette glass garnished with an orange peel for the classic feel and rich flavour.

May 2022

CHANDON Garden Spritz

CHANDON unveils a brand new handcrafted spritz with no artificial colours and flavours, perfect for all to enjoy at any time of the day. Crafted with half the sugar of any other spritz, the refreshingly delightful drink contains no artificial flavours or colours - just all-natural goodness that takes one back to memories of an enchanting summer. 

Inspired by the well-known Argentine penchant for moreish bitter flavours such as yerba matéand fernet - aromas that tantalise the palate, the CHANDON Garden Spritz incorporates carefully selected local ingredients and local handpicked Valencia oranges grown on a pesticide-free, sustainable farm in Entre Rios, northeastern  Argentina to concoct a refined spritz for the perfect, authentic summer serve.

The refreshing spritz brings together the delicate top-quality dry cuvée of the house’s sparkling wine produced by Chardonnay, Pinot  Noir, and Semillon grapes, with house-made zesty, aromatic orange bitters. A mix of dried and fresh oranges blended together in grape brandy along with a selection of herbs and spices culminate in a  delectable bitter-orange liqueur. Blended with Chandon’s sparkling wine, the result is summer in a bottle. Complete this perfect serve by drenching over ice with a sliver of dried orange and a sprig of rosemary. 

CHANDON Garden Spritz is available at selected Cold Storage outlets and at bars, restaurants and hotels.

Chivas 12 Celebrates A Bold New Look

Blended Scotch whisky, Chivas Regal, has unveiled a fresh new look for its flagship blend in the biggest redesign in its 112-year history. In celebrating Chivas 12’s striking new direction and commitment to inspire the next generation of Scotch drinkers, Chivas is marking this milestone with a creative pop-up that brings together NFT artists, culture-driven communities, creators and neo-entrepreneurs leading the new creator economy. I Rise, We Rise—the pop-up event dovetails a new Chivas campaign fronted by K-pop sensation LISA that celebrates and elevates the next generation of hustlers who are forging their own paths to success.

The two-week pop-up experience will see a creative takeover of the famed coffee bar, Chye Seng Huat Hardware, in the Jalan Besar district from 6 to 18 May 2022, with a Chivas Pop-up Cocktail Bar on-site. All-day drinking from 12 pm-10 pm. Purchase a bottle of Chivas 12 (70cl) - S$70, and receive an exclusive LISA postcard.

Discover the different expressions of Chivas at the tasting masterclass (S$30) with Anna Mitchell, brand ambassador for Chivas Regal on 11 or 15 May 2022. Re-familiarise yourself with the iconic Chivas 18-year-old and the bold new Chivas 12-year-old; in addition to tasting two exciting twists to the Chivas formula with Chivas Extra 13 American Rye Cask and Chivas XV.

In honour of ‘World Whisky Day’ on 18 May 2022, join Anna Mitchell for a master blending class (S$50). Participants will briefly learn about the history of Chivas Regal - the world's first luxury whisky, before embarking on the journey of creating their own unique blend. After sampling five whiskies of Chivas; guests will then craft their own blend in the smooth, rich and generous style of Chivas. The session includes a Chivas Blending Kit.

March 2022

Glen Grant 15 Year Old

Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky comes from Rothes, Speyside, Scotland, an area rich in natural resources to produce whisky of full and pure flavour. In 1840, two brothers John and James Grant co-started the Glen Grant brand. James Grant introduced innovative tall slender stills to replace old fashioned steam pots and used special purifiers in the whole distilling process. This gave Glen Grant its unmatched quality, with a pale clear colour and a smooth delicate taste.

Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm crafted the 15 Year Old single malt Scotch whisky at 50% ABV batch strength, which resulted in a profound expression of The Glen Grant’s signature style. It offers a rich palate of spiced pear, apricot, and vanilla, leaving a nutty finish with delicate notes of fruit. 

The Glen Grant 15 Year Old has received a gold award at the 2020 New York International Spirits Competition as well as a double gold medal at the both 2019 & 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. In 2021, it took 93 points ("exceptional') and old medal from the Beverage Testing Institute, as well as 92 from Ultimate Spirits competition.

SOULSISTER SPIRITS GIN - Melaka Edition 

Priced at an affordable $75, SOULSISTER SPIRITS GIN Melaka Edition is inspired by the spirit of Malacca. The gin is a unique alchemy of eight botanicals sourced in South and East Asia. The botanicals - Juniper, Candlenut, Torch Ginger, Pomelo, Sweet Orange, Cinnamon, Clove, and Nutmeg - are first steeped in neutral grain spirit to bring out their most natural flavours and aromas.

Together with “Angel” the magnificent 500 litre pot still at the City of Manchester Distillery, and the masterful distiller, the gin is created using a one-shot method - a long distillation with reduced heat, to slowly extract the essential oils and essences required. 

Torch ginger and candlenut, both traditional ingredients in Melakan cuisine, enhance the citrus and spice ingredients to produce a smooth yet complex gin.  There are notes of sweet pomelo on the nose, with a pleasant balance of pomelo and sweet orange on the palate.  Warm yet soft spices come to the fore to create a long and satisfying finish.  An unusual and versatile gin with subtle notes of spice combined with a well-balanced citrusy character.

Hendrick’s Neptunia Gin

Experience the powerful magic of the sea, and let your senses transport you to the coast. Hendrick’s Neptunia, the latest limited release from the Cabinet of Curiosities, is reaching our shores.

Created on the grounds of the esteemed Hendrick’s Gin Palace, located on the rugged Ayrshire coast of southwest Scotland, this gin was inspired by the enchanting melody of waves which entranced Master Distiller Ms. Lesley Gracie as she strolled along the local beaches. 

In an unconventional and intriguing ode to the sea, emanated from the curious mind of Ms. Lesley Gracie, Hendrick’s Neptunia is unmistakably Hendrick’s, awash in roses and cucumber, with added depth and flavour from its mysterious blend of Scottish coastal botanicals to encapsulate the magical sensation of being by the waters, bottled in a gin. It serves as the perfect anchor for refreshing encounters like weekend drinks with curious mates or thirst-quenching coolers on hot days. Consider pairing a delectably simple Neptunia Fizz with freshly shucked oysters while you savour the depths of the enchanting seas. 

Get your hands on this fresh catch at Cold Storage, iShopChangi and WG&S brand stores on LazMall and Shopee.

February 2022 

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Whisky Sour Capsules

The Glenlivet is a single malt that has a tradition for breaking traditions. They have just recently rolled out their Cocktail Capsule Collection in Singapore. All you need to do is pop one capsule in your mouth and it will burst with delicious flavours of Whisky Sour. This is definitely a great party trick and makes an excellent gift for whisky and cocktail lovers. Purchase a bottle of The Glenlivet 12 Year Old and add-on the Whisky Sour Capsules for just S$30!

January 2022

Distillerie du Fjord – Gin Km12

Gin Km12 is an award-winning London dry gin that uses hand-picked botanicals from the boréal forests of Quebec, and is distilled with a neutral grain spirit (corn). Organic juniper berries add depth and complexity with their woody, citrus and spicy characteristics. Pine is the predominant aroma, although you also get cherry, rose water, cardamom, nutmeg and a hint of eucalyptus. 

Smooth, fresh and elegant, this gin does a little dance on the palate with flavours of sweet pine and gentle citrus and floral notes. Have it neat or use it in a martini!

Ginealogy focuses on superlative spirits from micro-distilleries in Quebec, Canada. The Gin Km12 is available for purchase online at S$109 (700ml) and S$45 (200ml).