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🥂🍷🥃 Vettora Spirits and Wines Worth Having
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items We always thought a good home bar isn't about having hundreds of bottles — it's about having the right ones. This is our carefully chosen collection of wines, Champagne, cocktail essentials and spirits we would actually want at home. Whether you're o...
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🥃 Spirits I'd Keep on the Shelf
🍸 The Cocktail Bar Essentials
🍷 Everyday Bottles I'd Keep at Home
🍷 For Proper Dinners
🥂 For Celebrations & Aperitifs
🥃 Luxury Spirits & Exceptional Bottles
🥃 Spirits I'd Keep on the Shelf
A home spirits collection should give you options without becoming a drinks warehouse. These are the bottles we would keep for different moods — gin and vodka for cocktails, aged rum and whisky for slow sipping, tequila and mezcal when we want someth...
A classic London Dry Gin built around juniper, citrus and botanical freshness. A dependable choice for Gin & Tonics, Martinis and classic gin cocktails when you want the gin to remain the star of the drink.
Tanqueray | Master Of Malt
A clean, smooth American vodka with subtle sweetness and a versatile profile. Keep it for Martinis, Moscow Mules, Bloody Marys or simple vodka-and-soda drinks with fresh citrus.
Tito's Vodka 70cl
A richly flavoured Jamaican rum with oak-aged depth, tropical fruit, spice and caramel character. Worth keeping for slow sipping, or for rum cocktails where you want considerably more depth and character.
Appleton Estate 12 Year Old Rare Casks 70cl Rum
A smooth reposado tequila aged in oak, bringing cooked agave, vanilla, gentle spice and rounded oak character. Enjoy it neat or use it to build a more refined Margarita and other tequila cocktails.
Don Julio Reposado Tequila 70cl
A classic Irish single pot still whiskey with rich fruit, spice, toasted wood and a creamy texture. A bottle for slow sipping when you want Irish whiskey with plenty of character without losing its smoothness.
Redbreast 12 Year Old 70cl Whiskey
A rich 12-year-old Demerara rum from Guyana, bringing dark caramel, dried fruit, spice and oak. Enjoy it neat or over a large ice cube when you're looking for a fuller, richer rum experience.
El Dorado 12 Year Old 70cl Rum
A smooth Kentucky bourbon with vanilla, caramel, sweet oak and a soft finish. An approachable bottle for sipping, an Old Fashioned or a relaxed whiskey evening.
Maker's Mark 70cl Whiskey
A bold, spicy American rye whiskey with vanilla, caramel and baking-spice character. Its intensity makes it particularly useful in Old Fashioneds, Manhattans and cocktails where the whiskey needs to stand out.
Rittenhouse Straight Rye 100 Proof 70cl Whiskey
A distinctive artisanal mezcal with smoky agave character, earthy depth and a long finish. Choose this when you want something different from tequila — excellent for sipping or bringing smoke to a Margarita.
Del Maguey Vida de Muertos Mezcal 70cl
A refined French Cognac with layers of dried fruit, vanilla, spice and gentle oak. Best enjoyed slowly after dinner, or used when you want a richer, more sophisticated Cognac-based cocktail.
Hennessy VSOP 70cl
A classic Cuban white rum and one of the most useful bottles for a home cocktail bar. Keep it for Daiquiris, Mojitos and other rum cocktails where clean, fresh rum character matters.
Havana Club Original Añejo 3 Year Old 70cl Rum
A complex German gin from the Black Forest built around 47 botanicals. A great bottle to explore when you want something more expressive than a classic London Dry, particularly in a premium Gin & Tonic or Martini.
Monkey 47 Dry Gin 50cl
A clean, bright blanco tequila made from blue Weber agave. Keep this for Margaritas, Palomas and tequila cocktails where fresh agave character should come through, or enjoy it neat.
Patrón Silver 70cl
🍸 The Cocktail Bar Essentials
If we were building a home cocktail bar from scratch, these are the bottles we woulds start with. Together they unlock some of the classics we actually like making — Negronis, Martinis, Margaritas, Manhattans and Espresso Martinis — without filling t...
A classic Italian bitter aperitif with distinctive herbal, citrus and bittersweet character. One of the key bottles behind a proper home bar, unlocking classics such as the Negroni and Americano.
Campari 70cl
A bright orange liqueur with concentrated citrus character and a clean finish. A highly useful cocktail bottle for Margaritas, Cosmopolitans, Sidecars and other drinks where fresh orange flavour brings the balance.
Cointreau Triple Sec Orange Liqueur 70cl
A classic Italian sweet vermouth with herbal, fruity and spiced character. Essential for cocktails such as the Negroni and Manhattan, while also working beautifully chilled over ice with an orange twist.
Martini Rosso 75cl
A crisp dry vermouth with herbal and citrus notes. Keep this behind the bar for Martinis, lighter aperitifs and simple long drinks when you want freshness rather than sweetness.
Martini Extra Dry 75cl
The small bottle that can transform a cocktail. Rich, aromatic and intensely spiced, Angostura adds depth to Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, rum cocktails and even sparkling drinks with just a few dashes.
Angostura Bitters 20cl
Rich roasted-coffee flavour with sweetness and depth. A home-bar essential for Espresso Martinis, White Russians and after-dinner cocktails, particularly when you want a proper coffee character in the glass.
Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur 70cl
Fragrant elderflower with delicate floral, citrus and fruity notes. A simple way to add freshness and elegance to Champagne, Prosecco, gin, vodka and spritz-style cocktails.
St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur 70cl
A rich Italian amaro balancing bittersweet herbs, citrus and caramelised notes. Enjoy it over ice after dinner or use it to add depth and complexity to Italian-style cocktails.
Amaro Averna 70cl
A distinctive Italian maraschino liqueur with cherry, floral and subtle nutty character. A small amount adds complexity to classic cocktails including the Aviation, Last Word and Martinez.
Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur 70cl
A sophisticated orange liqueur with more depth than a standard triple sec. A particularly useful bottle for Margaritas, Sidecars, Cosmopolitans and classic cocktails where orange character needs to stand out.
Pierre Ferrand Dry Curaçao 70cl
A classic French dry vermouth and an essential addition if you want to make proper Martinis at home. Keep it chilled and use it whenever you want herbal freshness and structure in a cocktail.
Noilly Prat Original Dry 75cl
🍷 Everyday Bottles I'd Keep at Home
Not every bottle needs a special occasion. These are the wines we would actually want chilled or ready at home for an ordinary dinner, friends dropping by or simply having a glass because it's been a long day.
A vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with expressive citrus, tropical fruit and refreshing acidity. A reliable choice for seafood, salads, goat's cheese and sunny lunches when you want a fresh, energetic white wine.
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2025 75cl
A refined South African Chardonnay with citrus, stone fruit and elegant mineral depth. Particularly good with grilled fish, roast chicken, creamy seafood and richer starters when you want a sophisticated food-friendly white.
Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay 2023 75cl
An elegant New Zealand Pinot Noir with ripe cherry, red berries and subtle spice. Its medium-bodied style makes it especially versatile with roast chicken, duck, salmon, mushrooms and Mediterranean dishes.
Spy Valley Pinot Noir 2019 75cl
A classic Rioja Reserva with mature red and dark fruit, gentle oak and savoury spice. A dependable dinner wine for lamb, grilled meats, Spanish tapas and mature cheeses.
Marqués de Cáceres Reserva Rioja 2016 75cl
A silky New Zealand Pinot Noir with cherry, summer fruit, subtle oak and gentle spice. An easy red to keep at home for roast chicken, duck, salmon, mushrooms or a relaxed dinner with friends.
Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2023 75cl
A fresh Spanish white with citrus and clean, refreshing character. A versatile everyday bottle for tapas, grilled fish, salads and Mediterranean meals when you want something different from Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay.
Beronia Rioja Viura 2024 75cl
A beautifully balanced Burgundy Chardonnay that sits between everyday white wine and something more special. Fresh, rounded and food-friendly, making it a great choice for chicken, fish, creamy sauces and Sunday lunch.
Domaine de la Croix Senaillet Saint-Veran 2023 75cl
🍷 For Proper Dinners
When we are cooking something that deserves a good bottle beside it, this is where we would look first. Burgundy, Bordeaux, Rioja, Barolo, Brunello and Amarone give you very different styles, but they all have one thing in common: they're bottles we ...
A precise Burgundy Chardonnay from Chablis, combining citrus, green apple and fresh mineral character. A superb choice for oysters, shellfish, grilled fish and lighter Mediterranean seafood dishes.
Laurent Tribut Chablis 2021 75cl
A richer Burgundy Chardonnay with ripe fruit, subtle oak and a beautifully rounded texture. Reach for this with roast chicken, lobster, creamy seafood or richer white-meat dishes.
Vincent Girardin Meursault Les Vieilles Vignes 2022 75cl
A polished Bordeaux from Margaux, built around ripe dark fruit, gentle spice and structured tannins. A natural partner for steak, roast beef, lamb and slow-cooked dishes when you want a classic Bordeaux red.
S de Siran Margaux 2016 75cl
A precise Alto Adige Sauvignon Blanc with citrus, fresh herbs and mineral freshness. Keep this chilled for seafood, goat's cheese, salads and Mediterranean dishes where brightness matters.
Cantina Terlan Winkl Sauvignon Blanc 2025 75cl
Traditional Piedmont Barolo made from Nebbiolo, with red fruit, floral notes, spice and firm structure. Give this one a proper dinner alongside slow-cooked beef, truffle pasta, rich Italian dishes or aged cheese.
Francesco Rinaldi & Figli Barolo 2019 75cl
A classic Tuscan Brunello with concentrated cherry, red fruit, herbal notes and structured tannins. This is a bottle for a serious meal — especially roast or grilled meats, game and aged cheeses.
Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino 2016 75cl
Rich and powerful Amarone from Valpolicella, with ripe dark fruit, chocolate, spice and a long finish. Pair it with slow-cooked beef, game, rich pasta or mature cheese when the dinner calls for something substantial.
Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2018 75cl
🥂 For Celebrations & Aperitifs
These are the bottles should open when friends come over, there's something to celebrate, or we simply want to start the evening properly. From easy Prosecco to Champagne and Franciacorta, each one brings something different to the occasion.
A fresh and lively Prosecco from Treviso, with crisp orchard fruit, citrus and a clean finish. An easy bottle for aperitivo, brunch or casual celebrations, especially with seafood, light starters and salty appetisers.
Mionetto Prosecco Treviso Brut DOC 75cl
A refined Italian sparkling wine from Lombardy, offering fine bubbles, citrus, orchard fruit and subtle toast. Choose Franciacorta when you want something more sophisticated than everyday Prosecco without moving to Champagne.
Ferghettina Franciacorta Brut DOCG 75cl
Classic Champagne with pear, green apple, citrus and delicate biscuit notes. A versatile bottle for celebrations or an elegant aperitif, and particularly good with oysters, seafood, chicken and delicate starters.
Pol Roger Brut Réserve 75cl
Rich yet elegant Champagne, bringing orchard fruit, nectarine, pastry and honey with a beautifully rounded finish. Open this when you want more depth from your Champagne — excellent with smoked salmon, roast chicken or a special dinner.
Bollinger Special Cuvée 75cl
An elegant Blanc de Blancs Champagne built around Chardonnay, with citrus, white flowers and refined mineral freshness. A natural choice for sophisticated aperitifs, oysters, shellfish and delicate seafood.
Ruinart Brut Blanc de Blancs 75cl
An elegant rosé Champagne with expressive red-fruit character, freshness and a refined finish. Made for celebrations, but equally suited to salmon, tuna, sushi and lighter Mediterranean dishes.
Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé (with Presentation Box) 75cl
A refined English sparkling wine from West Sussex and a great alternative to Champagne. Fine bubbles, baked apple, honeyed almond and pastry notes make this an elegant choice for celebrations, aperitifs and seafood.
Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Multi Vintage 75cl
A sophisticated multi-vintage Champagne with pear, citrus and pastry character. A bottle to reach for when the occasion calls for something more serious than everyday sparkling wine.
Louis Roederer Collection 243 75cl
🥃 Luxury Spirits & Exceptional Bottles
For the bottles reserved for the occasions that deserve something extraordinary. A carefully selected collection of exceptional Scotch, Irish whiskey, bourbon, tequila, rum, vodka and Japanese whisky — chosen for their craftsmanship, rarity and chara...
This is the kind of bottle I'd save for a genuinely special evening. Rich dried fruit, oak and that unmistakable Macallan sherry character make it feel like an occasion before you've even poured it.
The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak (2026 Release) 70cl Whisky
If Macallan is the famous name on the shelf, GlenDronach is the bottle I'd put beside it for the serious whisky drinker. Deep sherry influence, dried fruit and spice make this one for slow sipping rather than mixing.
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament 70cl Whisky
For the Irish slot, I'd go straight to Redbreast 21. Rich, fruity and beautifully layered, this is the sort of whiskey I'd pour slowly after dinner when I want something that deserves my full attention.
Redbreast 21 Year Old 70cl Whiskey
This is where bourbon moves into collector territory. Twenty years in oak gives Pappy an unusually rich, silky character — a bottle I'd save for a serious whiskey evening rather than putting anywhere near a cocktail shaker.
Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve Bourbon 20 Year Old 70cl Whiskey
This isn't the tequila I'd reach for to make Margaritas. It's the tequila I'd bring out when the bottle itself is part of the occasion. Silky, deeply aged and presented in an extraordinary hand-finished decanter, this belongs in the luxury collection...
Clase Azul Ultra Extra Añejo Tequila 70cl
For serious rum, I'd rather have a bottle like this than something designed simply to look expensive. Aged, powerful and full of tropical fruit, oak and toffee, this is a rum for someone who actually wants to explore the spirit.
Foursquare 12 Year Old 2009 - Exceptional Cask Selection 70cl Rum
Luxury vodka is difficult to make interesting, which is why I'd choose Belvedere 10. It's elegant, beautifully presented and made from single-origin rye — the kind of bottle that makes sense when vodka is being served neat and the occasion matters.
Belvedere Vodka 10 70cl
If I wanted one bottle outside the usual Scotch and bourbon world, I'd put Yamazaki 18 here. Rich fruit, oak and Japanese Mizunara character make it a proper collector-style bottle and something I'd want to experience slowly rather than simply drink.
Yamazaki 18 Year Old 70cl Whisky