{"title":"Allocated Releases","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese ten bottles arrive in numbers too small to satisfy demand, and the allocation reflects that. Among them sit single barrels held back from general release and expressions that surface only once before they are gone. Choose without delay; what leaves the shelf here rarely returns.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"old-rip-van-winkle-10-year-53-5-weller-reserve-bundle","title":"Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year 750ml 53.5%","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most robust expressions in the Van Winkle lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e750ml: 53.5% alc\u003cbr\u003eAge: 10 Years\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA\u003cbr\u003eBottler: Buffalo Trace Distillery\u003cbr\u003eRelease date: 2025 (AU)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year is bottled as close to barrel proof as possible, with just a splash of Kentucky limestone water added. This handmade bourbon showcases the Van Winkle family's legendary wheated recipe at its most expressive, delivering exceptional depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle is drawn from hand-selected barrels that rest undisturbed in the heart of the distillery's aging warehouses. Expect a rich palate of honey, cherry and citrus balanced by toasted oak and gentle spice — a bourbon connoisseur's bonanza.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Rip Van Winkle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43438007484504,"sku":"ORVW-10-750ML","price":900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year-53-5-weller-reserve-bundle.jpg?v=1764220437"},{"product_id":"van-winkle-12-year-45-2-weller-reserve-bundle","title":"Van Winkle 12 Year 750ml 45.2%","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect combination of age and proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e750ml: 45.2% alc\u003cbr\u003eAge: 12 Years\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA\u003cbr\u003eBottler: Buffalo Trace Distillery\u003cbr\u003eRelease date: 2025 (AU)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVan Winkle is a sweet, full-bodied whiskey that has been described as \"nectar\" by connoisseurs. The 12 years of aging and medium proof create a remarkably pleasant bourbon that rivals the finest cognacs as an after-dinner drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle is drawn from hand-selected barrels in the heart of the aging warehouses. Expect a buttery smooth palate with honey, brown sugar, nutmeg and soft oak — exceptionally elegant and refined with a balanced dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Rip Van Winkle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43438007517272,"sku":"VW-LOT-B-12-750ML","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/van-winkle-12-year-45-2-weller-reserve-bundle.jpg?v=1764220522"},{"product_id":"van-winkle-family-reserve-rye-13-year-47-8-weller-reserve-bundle","title":"Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year 750ml 47.8%","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the oldest and most celebrated rye whiskeys available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e750ml: 47.8% alc\u003cbr\u003eAge: 13 Years\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA\u003cbr\u003eBottler: Buffalo Trace Distillery\u003cbr\u003eRelease date: 2025 (AU)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVan Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year is one of the oldest and most celebrated rye whiskeys available. The remarkable maturity achieved during 13 years of aging creates a uniquely refined spirit that almost masquerades as bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bottle delivers a silky mouthfeel with dark honey, peach, cherry and vanilla balanced by rye spice, cinnamon and refined oak. The finish is buttery and elegant with subtle spice that lingers beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Rip Van Winkle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43438007550040,"sku":"VW-RYE-13-750ML","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/van-winkle-family-reserve-rye-13-year-47-8-weller-reserve-bundle.jpg?v=1764220566"},{"product_id":"pappy-van-winkle-20-year-old-bourbon-750ml-45-2","title":"Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 20 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey 750ml 45.2%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eThis Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year Old is an ultra-rare, long-aged bourbon delivering deep oak, caramel and exceptional, refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45.2% (90.4 Proof)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight Bourbon | Wheated | Ultra Aged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"757\"\u003eThis is one of the most famous bourbons in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003ePappy Van Winkle 20 Year is aged for two decades in new American oak — far longer than most bourbons — yet somehow avoids becoming overly woody, delivering a profile that’s rich, layered and remarkably balanced. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eIt’s part of the Van Winkle line produced at Buffalo Trace, using a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003ewheated mash bill\u003c\/strong\u003e, which softens the profile and adds a smoother, rounder character compared to traditional rye-heavy bourbons. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens incredibly rich. Butterscotch, dark fruit, vanilla and oak sit alongside chocolate and dried fruit notes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eThe palate is where it earns its reputation. Caramel, cherry, spice and leather roll through with layers of chocolate, tobacco and oak, all balanced by a subtle citrus lift. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eThis is the key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e👉 20 years of age\u003cbr data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e👉 But still alive, not over-oaked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eThe finish is long and elegant. Oak, spice and sweetness linger with a refined, slightly dry fade that just keeps going. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eThis isn’t just a bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eIt’s a benchmark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old Rip Van Winkle (Buffalo Trace Distillery)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43438007582808,"sku":"PVW-20-750ML","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/pappy-van-winkle-20-year-old-bourbon-750ml-45-2.jpg?v=1774138214"},{"product_id":"pappy-van-winkle-23-year-old-bourbon-750ml-47-8","title":"Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 23 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey 750ml 47.8%","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eThis Pappy Van Winkle 23 Year Old is an ultra-rare wheated bourbon delivering deep oak, caramel and exceptional, long-aged complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"551\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.8% (95.6 Proof)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight Bourbon | Wheated | Ultra Aged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eThis is the pinnacle of the Pappy range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eAged for \u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e23 years in new American oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is one of the oldest bourbons released each year — and one of the hardest to get your hands on. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace using a \u003cstrong data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"937\"\u003ewheated mash bill\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers a softer, rounder profile compared to rye-based bourbons, despite the extreme age. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eOn the nose, it opens deep and mature. 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Eagle Rare 17 Year Old is always one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1187\" data-start=\"928\"\u003ePart of the legendary \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Antique Collection, the 2025 release was distilled back in Spring 2007 and matured for over 18 years before bottling — spending nearly two decades resting across Warehouses L, Q, K and P in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1250\" data-start=\"1189\"\u003eAnd somehow, despite all that age, it still carries elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1252\"\u003eBottled at its signature 101 proof, Eagle Rare 17 sits in a unique lane inside BTAC. It’s not about sheer power like George T. Stagg or William Larue Weller. Instead, this release leans into mature oak structure, polished leather, dark cherry and tobacco richness — delivering a profile that feels refined rather than aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1861\" data-start=\"1583\"\u003eThe 2025 release opens with deep tobacco, worn leather and ripe cherry, before moving into layers of caramel sweetness, soft spice and lingering oak. There’s density here, but also restraint — the kind of balance that only extended aging and careful barrel selection can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2072\" data-start=\"1863\"\u003eAfter more than 18 years in barrel, nearly 89% of the original whiskey was lost to evaporation, leaving behind a concentrated and deeply expressive bourbon that continues to define ultra-aged American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"2074\"\u003eExtremely limited worldwide allocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2132\" data-start=\"2115\" data-section-id=\"lz2ilz\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"2134\" data-section-id=\"10m5702\"\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2212\" data-start=\"2144\"\u003eDark tobacco, antique leather, ripe cherry and cracked pepper spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2214\" data-section-id=\"16dywjs\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2321\" data-start=\"2226\"\u003eSoft caramel sweetness layered with mature oak, supple leather and bursts of cherry brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2334\" data-start=\"2323\" data-section-id=\"1lr1ara\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2407\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003eLong and elegant with lingering oak, vanilla and soft warming sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2431\" data-start=\"2409\" data-section-id=\"114pezt\"\u003eDistillery Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2680\" data-start=\"2433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2448\" data-start=\"2433\"\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2489\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2511\" data-start=\"2489\"\u003eDistillation Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2007\u003cbr data-end=\"2526\" data-start=\"2523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2546\" data-start=\"2526\"\u003eAge at Bottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Years, 4 Months\u003cbr data-end=\"2568\" data-start=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2568\"\u003eBarrel Entry Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 Proof\u003cbr data-end=\"2604\" data-start=\"2601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2604\"\u003eBarrel Char:\u003c\/strong\u003e #4 Char\u003cbr data-end=\"2631\" data-start=\"2628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2655\" data-start=\"2631\"\u003eWarehouse Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warehouses L, Q, K \u0026amp; P\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44102300696664,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/eagle-rare-17-year-old-bourbon-2025-release.png?v=1780374212"},{"product_id":"sazerac-18-year-old-rye-whiskey-2025-release","title":"Sazerac 18 Year Old Rye Whiskey (2025 Release)","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hf9mfc\" data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eSazerac 18 Year Old Rye Whiskey (2025 Release)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003cbr data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45% (90 Proof)\u003cbr data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky, USA\u003cbr data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"787\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eIn a lineup known for power and intensity, Sazerac 18 Year Old takes a different path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eThe 2025 release from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e leans into elegance rather than sheer force — a carefully matured rye whiskey aged for over 18 years and bottled at a restrained 90 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eAnd that lower proof is exactly the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eAfter nearly two decades in oak, this whiskey doesn’t need brute strength to command attention. Instead, the proof allows the mature rye character to unfold slowly — seasoned oak, herbal spice, warm leather and old-world depth layered together with remarkable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eDistilled in Spring 2006 and 2007, then matured across Warehouses O, K and L, the whiskey lost an incredible 77% to evaporation before bottling. What remains is deeply concentrated yet surprisingly graceful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eThe nose opens with polished rye spice and seasoned oak before moving into subtle herbal notes and soft leather richness. 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Built around Buffalo Trace’s wheated mash bill using soft red winter wheat, the result is a bourbon that carries enormous texture without becoming aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003eThe nose opens with deep vanilla, maple sweetness and mature oak layered alongside worn leather and soft tobacco. On the palate, rich vanilla oils and toasted oak glide across the tongue with remarkable balance, before giving way to ripe fruit, warming spice and lingering sweetness through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eDespite the proof, WLW rarely drinks hot. That wheated structure softens the edges, creating a bourbon that feels dense, oily and luxurious rather than sharp or fiery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eFor many collectors and drinkers alike, William Larue Weller remains one of the defining annual bourbon releases in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eExtremely limited worldwide allocation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"lz2ilz\" data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10m5702\" data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eNose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eVanilla, maple syrup, mature oak, worn leather and soft tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"16dywjs\" data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003eRich vanilla sweetness layered with toasted oak, ripe fruit and silky wheated texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lr1ara\" data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eLong, smooth and warming with lingering oak, vanilla and soft fruit sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"114pezt\" data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eDistillery Details\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eDistillation Years:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010, January 2011 \u0026amp; January 2013\u003cbr data-start=\"2608\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003eAge at Bottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Years, 7 Months\u003cbr data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 129 Proof\u003cbr data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr data-start=\"2696\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eBarrel Entry Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 114 Proof\u003cbr data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eBarrel Char:\u003c\/strong\u003e #4 Char\u003cbr data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eWarehouse Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warehouses D, Q, N, P \u0026amp; I\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44102349029464,"sku":null,"price":1300.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/0243\/0552\/files\/william-larue-weller-bourbon-129-proof-2025-release.png?v=1780373952"},{"product_id":"e-h-taylor-bottled-in-bond-bourbon-2025-release","title":"E.H. 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