In Good Spirits – Annual Wine & Spirts Sale Edition

We are thrilled to present another edition of  “In Good Spirits”, our month-long promotion highlighting a selected group of spirits with special pricing, buyer picks, educational insights for maximum enjoyment, and cocktail recipes.

We are exploring the Annual Oliver’s Market Annual Wine & Spirits Sale this month, which includes everything you need for seasonal entertaining, gifting, and general enjoyment! Stock your bar like you’re telling a story, with each bottle bringing unique options for entertaining, cozy nights in, and festive celebrations. Save all month long, and treat yourself to a little something special with your savings — with a little help from Oliver’s.

Check out the festive store display and grab this month’s edition of our “In Good Spirits” brochure and save as you learn with some of the region’s best prices on these featured bottles!

Without further ado, let’s jump into our list of curated spirit ‘stars’.

Note: All prices in effect from November 27 – December 31, 2024 at all four Oliver’s Market locations.

Start with the Bar Basics

To get started, you’ll want to stock versatile spirits that form the backbone of many cocktails. Oliver’s Own Vodka is a perfect go-to for everything from a martini to a simple vodka soda with a holiday twist. Add a St. George Gin Gift Pack for a selection of botanicals that bring depth to classic gin cocktails like a Gin & Tonic or a Negroni.

Buffalo Trace and Four Roses Straight Bourbon make great bases for Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, while the Bulleit Manhattan & Old-Fashioned kit is perfect if you want ready-made cocktails with the same classic appeal.

“We couldn’t be more excited to introduce our latest product from the Oliver’s Own line…Vodka! While vodka can be somewhat neutral in flavor and aromatics, we feel we’ve created a product that is so much more! Made from 100% grain, this beauty is brimming with floral aromatics, followed on the palate with blue fruit tones, and subtle spice. Finishing incredibly crisp and clean, this gem defines the term “overdelivers”. Enjoy!!” – Josh Kirchhoff, Corporate Wine & Liquor Coordinator

  • St. George Gin Gift Pack, 3 pack/200ml Bottles, $23.99+CRV
  • Buffalo Trace Bourbon, 750ml Bottle, $21.99+CRV

“This Bourbon is like Draymond Green, versatile enough to stand alone or enhance any mix. Buffalo Trace ensures quality, whether sipped neat or in a cocktail.” – Matteo Polverari, Montecito Wine Department Manager

  • Four Roses Straight Bourbon, 750ml Bottle, $19.99+CRV
  • Bulleit Manhattan or Bulleit Old Fashioned, 375ml Bottle, $9.99+CRV

“The Bulleit Manhattan is an impressive premade cocktail. Just pour over ice and enjoy! Based on Bulleit Rye Whiskey, it’s spicy yet enjoyable, even more so than its Old Fashioned counterpart.” – Justin Bowman, Cotati Wine Department Manager

  • Ketel One Espresso Martini or Cosmopolitan, 375ml Bottle, $9.99 +CRV

Special Sips Embrace the ‘Spirit’ of the Season

For a festive touch, holiday-themed liqueurs add warmth and flavor to cozy drinks. Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack Tennessee Cider brings the essence of spiced apples to warm up chilly nights, while Evan Williams Egg Nog is ready to serve for holiday gatherings.

For a creamy touch, stock up on Five Farms Irish Cream and Brady’s Irish Cream Liqueur – perfect for rich cocktails like Irish coffees or simply poured over ice. Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur and Amaretto Di Saranno Velvet are great additions for coffee-based cocktails or dessert-inspired drinks.

  • Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack Tennessee Cider, 750ml Bottle, $16.99+CRV
  • Evan Williams Egg Nog, 750ml Bottle, $6.99+CRV
  • Five Farms Irish Cream, 750ml Bottle, $24.99+CRV

“Five Farms Irish Cream is a delightful blend that stands out for its rich, creamy texture and authentic Irish flavor. Made from premium single-batch cream sourced from family-owned farms in County Cork, Ireland, and combined with triple-distilled Irish whiskey, it offers a smooth and luxurious taste experience. Perfect for sipping on its own, over ice, or as a decadent addition to coffee or desserts.  Elevate your Irish Cream game and enjoy. Cheers!” – David Riley, Stony Point Wine Department Manager

  • Brady’s Irish Cream Liqueur, 750ml Bottle, $11.99+CRV
  • Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur, 750ml Bottle, $24.99+CRV

“100% Arabica coffee beans mixed with cold brew coffee liqueur for a full-bodied taste with a balanced amount of sweetness and smoothness. Pour it on dessert or use it to make a White Russian!” – Matteo Polverari, Montecito Wine Department Manager

  • Amaretto Di Sarano Velvet, 375ml Bottle, $17.99+CRV

“A silky texture and warming sensation with floral and fruity character of almonds and nuances of chocolate and vanilla. This can be a sweet little treat for winter or summer!” – Brandon Witwicki, Windsor Wine Department Manager

Adding Depth and Sophistication

Bumbu Original Rum and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey are excellent for sweeter, spiced cocktails that capture the holiday spirit, while Glenmorangie 10 Year Scotch brings sophistication to your bar, perfect for sipping neat or in a classic highball.

  • Bumbu Original Rum, 750ml Bottle, $24.99+CRV

“Bumbu is a fine rum from distilleries in Barbados and Panama and is Lil Wayne’s drink of choice. Only the best sugarcane is used, making this rum exceptionally balanced and smooth, just like Mr. Carter himself.” – Brandon Witwicki, Windsor Wine Department Manager

  • Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, 750ml Bottle, $19.99+CRV
  • Glenmorangie 10 Year Scotch, 750ml Bottle, $28.99+CRV

Special Touches for Festive Occasions

For cocktails that need an extra kick or burst of flavor, Grand Marnier adds citrusy depth to Margaritas, Cosmos, and Sidecars. To enhance the flavors of your cocktails, garnish with Starlino Cherries, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Lemons or Limes – they will make your drinks even more festive, and don’t forget your favorite Fever Tree mixer!

  • Grand Marnier, 375ml Bottle, $19.99+CRV

“The gold standard for orange liqueur. An incredible combination of cognac and bitter oranges. The perfect complement to the holiday Old Fashioned!” – Josh Kirchhoff, Corporate Wine & Liquor Coordinator

  • Starlino Cherries, 14.1 oz. Jar, $12.99
  • Red Ruby Grapefruit, Grown in Mexico, $1.29/ea.
  • Organic Lemons, Grown by Rainbow Valley Orchards in Coachella, CA, 49¢/ea.
  • Organic Certified Fair-Trade Limes, Grown by Covilli in Mexico, 3 for 99¢
  • Fever Tree Premium Mixers, 4 pack/200ml Bottles, $3.49+CRV

Celebratory Bubbles and Fine Wines

No holiday bar is complete without Sparkling options. For toasting and celebrating the season, M. Haslinger & Fils Champagne, Torresella Prosecco, and Oliver’s Own Sparkling Wine offer a variety of bubbly experiences for everything from aperitifs to brunch mimosas or an evening cocktail party.

For wine lovers, include 2022 Quivira Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Sonoma Highway Sonoma County Pinot Noir, 2022 Raeburn Sonoma County Chardonnay, and 2022 Banshee Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon, all at very special pricing all month long! These wines can pair with holiday meals or stand alone for a casual night in with friends and family.

  •  Haslinger & Fils Champagne, 750ml Bottle, $24.99+CRV

“Dry and expressive Champagne blend: 46% Pinot Noir, 37% Pinot Meunier, 17% Chardonnay. White fruits, lychee, dragon fruit, hints of citrus. Crisp, chalk finish from limestone, clay terroir. Fun, interesting bubbles!”  – Justin Bowman, Cotati Wine Department Manager

  • Torresella Prosecco, 750ml Bottle, $10.99+CRV
  • Oliver’s Own Sparkling Wine, 750ml Bottle, $16.99+CRV
  • 2022 Quivira Sauvignon Blanc, 750ml Bottle, $16.99+CRV

“This 91-point wine is local, sustainable, and delicious. Mostly Sauvignon Blanc with a hint of Semillon for complexity, it offers grapefruit, lemon, peach, and herbal notes with vibrant acidity. Cheers!”  – Justin Bowman, Cotati Wine Department Manager

  • 2022 Sonoma Highway Pinot Noir, 750ml Bottle, $16.99+CRV
  • 2022 Raeburn Chardonnay, 750ml Bottle, $13.99+CRV

“Toasty and oaky with tropical fruit notes and vanilla flavors. Russian River fruit gives this a sophisticated character, yet nicely priced. Yay!” – David Riley, Stony Point Wine Department Manager

  • 2022 Banshee Cabernet Sauvignon, 750ml Bottle, $16.99+CRV

Cocktail Recipes

Want great ideas on how to use all of these items in some fantastic classic and more modern cocktails?  Read on!

 Espresso Martini

  • 2 oz Ketel One Espresso Martini Mix
  • 1 oz Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur
  • Ice

Method: Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with coffee beans for a classic look.
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Classic Old Fashioned

  • 2 oz Four Roses Straight Bourbon or Buffalo Trace
  • 1 sugar cube
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • Starlino Cherry for garnish

Method: Muddle the sugar cube with bitters in an Old Fashioned glass. Add bourbon and a large ice cube, stirring until chilled. Garnish with a Starlino cherry.
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Winter Spiced Mule

  • 1.5 oz Oliver’s Own Vodka
  • 0.5 oz Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey
  • Ginger beer
  • Squeeze of fresh lime
  • Cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Method: Fill a copper mug with ice, add vodka, Jack Daniel’s Honey, and lime juice, then top with ginger beer. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.
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French 75 Sparkler

  • 1 oz St. George Gin
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 3 oz Champagne or Prosecco

Method: Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with Champagne or Prosecco. Garnish with a lemon twist.
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Irish Coffee Delight

  • 1.5 oz Five Farms Irish Cream or Brady’s Irish Cream
  • 0.5 oz Tia Maria Coffee Liqueur
  • Hot coffee
  • Whipped cream for garnish

Method: Pour the Irish cream and coffee liqueur into a mug and top with hot coffee. Stir and garnish with whipped cream for a cozy holiday treat.
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Winter Spiced Egg Nog

  • 1 part Evan Williams Egg Nog
  • 1 part Jack Daniel’s Winter Jack Tennessee Cider

Method: Serve over ice in a rocks glass. Top with grated nutmeg and cinnamon for extra warmth.
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Classic Manhattan

  • 2 oz Bulleit Manhattan & Old Fashioned Mix
  • Starlino Cherry for garnish

Method: Stir the Bulleit mix with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a cherry for a straightforward and flavorful Manhattan.
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Spiced Hot Toddy

  • Cutwater Whiskey Hot Toddy
  • Cinnamon stick and lemon wedge for garnish

Method: Warm the Cutwater Hot Toddy in a mug. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon wedge for a comforting winter drink that’s perfect for chilly evenings.
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Grand Sparkling Margarita

  • 1 oz Grand Marnier
  • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
  • Oliver’s Own Sparkling wine

Method: Salt rim of a champagne flute if desired. Pour Grand Marnier and lime juice into the glass, then top with sparkling wine. It’s a bubbly twist on a margarita for holiday toasts.
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Holiday Sangria

  • 1 bottle 2022 Sonoma Highway Pinot Noir
  • 2 oz Bumbu Original Rum
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 1 apple, diced
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Starlino Cherries

Method: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and let sit for at least 2 hours in the fridge. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh fruit and cherries.

We’ll Cheers to That!

Our outstanding Wine, Beer, & Spirits Department team is standing by, ready and willing to answer questions, help you select a gift, or estimate quantities for a party. Let their experience and knowledge make your holiday beverage decisions easier than ever!

Best wishes for a happy holiday season — and some great savings, from Oliver’s Market!

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