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Essences
An essence is a concentrated flavour you add to a neutral base, and it is how most people at home end up with something that tastes like the bottle they brought back from holiday. The blending work has already been done for you. Your job is the proportions and the resting time.
Two traditions sit side by side on this page. The Italian one is Curci, with Limoncello, Amaretto, Alchermes, Anisette Bordeaux, Anice, Marsala All Uovo, Maraschino Cherry, Benevento, Goccia Doro and Millefiori Acqua. These are the flavours of a nonna's sideboard, and a number of them are on clearance past their best before date, which is worth a look if you are in an experimenting mood. The other tradition is the Still Spirits side of the shelf: Top Shelf Dark Spiced Rum, Top Shelf Honey Spiced Whiskey Liqueur and Gin Botanicals for a London Dry. Samuel Willards Liqueur Express premixes in 375ml, Melon and Black Sambuca among them, are the shortcut when you want a liqueur ready the same afternoon.
The tip is patience. Almost every essence tastes sharp and a bit synthetic on day one and settles right down by the second week. Make it, seal it, put it at the back of the cupboard and taste it again before you decide it did not work.
See us at Laverton North or Epping, or browse Spirits & Distillation, Botanicals, Ageing & Infusions and Bottles & Closures.
An essence is a concentrated flavour you add to a neutral base, and it is how most people at home end up with something that tastes like the bottle they brought back from holiday. The blending work has already been done for you. Your job is the proportions and the resting time.
Two traditions sit side by side on this page. The Italian one is Curci, with Limoncello, Amaretto, Alchermes, Anisette Bordeaux, Anice, Marsala All Uovo, Maraschino Cherry, Benevento, Goccia Doro and Millefiori Acqua. These are the flavours of a nonna's sideboard, and a number of them are on clearance past their best before date, which is worth a look if you are in an experimenting mood. The other tradition is the Still Spirits side of the shelf: Top Shelf Dark Spiced Rum, Top Shelf Honey Spiced Whiskey Liqueur and Gin Botanicals for a London Dry. Samuel Willards Liqueur Express premixes in 375ml, Melon and Black Sambuca among them, are the shortcut when you want a liqueur ready the same afternoon.
The tip is patience. Almost every essence tastes sharp and a bit synthetic on day one and settles right down by the second week. Make it, seal it, put it at the back of the cupboard and taste it again before you decide it did not work.
See us at Laverton North or Epping, or browse Spirits & Distillation, Botanicals, Ageing & Infusions and Bottles & Closures.
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Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this Anise essence by Curci Italy. Anice is refreshing, with a strong, clean, finely constructed aniseed flavour with a hint of liquorice. Perfect for crafting refreshing liqueurs or enhancing baked goods, this essence brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this Maraschino essence by Curci Italy. Delicately sweet and aromatic, this is a dry liqueur that is made from marasca cherries. Perfect for crafting elegant cocktails or enhancing baked goods, it brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the alcohol, and separately measure and mix the sugar into the hot water once boiled. After cooling, mix the two solutions and filter
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this sweet, anise-spicy flavored liqueur by Curci Italy. Perfect for crafting refreshing liqueurs or enhancing baked goods, this essence brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this warm, spiced, and aromatic Alchermes essence by Curci Italy. Featuring a rich blend of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and vanilla balanced by delicate sweetness, this essence captures the authentic taste of Tuscany. Perfect for crafting festive liqueurs or enhancing classic desserts.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the alcohol, and separately measure and mix the sugar into the hot water once boiled. After cooling, mix the two solutions and filter
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this Limoncello essence by Curci Italy. Flavored with a fresh citrus aroma and a sweet, zesty lemon taste, it’s perfect for crafting refreshing summer liqueurs or adding a bright twist to baked goods.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this Benevento essence by Curci Italy. This Italian herbal liqueur is known for its distinctive yellow colour, derived from saffron, and its sweet, viscous texture typical of traditional liqueurs. Some may recognise it as Strega Liquore. Perfect for crafting aromatic digestifs or enhancing baked goods, this essence brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen.
By Curci Italy
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Sweet, rich almond flavor with subtle cherry undertones, that’s the essence of Amaretto, a liqueur beloved in Northern Italy. Traditionally made from the pits of almonds and apricots, this Italian Curci Amaretto Essence brings that authentic taste to your drinks and culinary creations.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this fruity “Goccia D’Oro” essence by Curci Italy. It features a predominance of citrus flavours enhanced by delicate herbs and spices. Perfect for crafting refreshing liqueurs or enhancing baked goods.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this Marsala all Uovo liqueur essence by Curci Italy. This egg-based cream is a dessert wine that originates from the Padua region in the northeast of Italy’s Veneto region. Perfect for crafting rich, traditional liqueurs or enhancing baked goods, it brings the taste of Italy straight to your kitchen.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
$11.95 AUD
A dark spiced rum style flavouring. A chocolate and vanilla profile, with notes of cinnamon, clove, and coffee. Just add this to a neutral spirit or vodka for a taste experience inspired by a top shelf spirit.
Mixing Instructions:
Shake well and add contents to 2.25 L (76 US fl oz) of 50% ABV neutral spirit and mix well. Makes three 750 ml (25 US fl oz) bottles.
$13.95 AUD
Clear and brilliant green, this style of drink originated in Japan, where the word Midori means green. It’s great in drinks mixed with lemonade, fresh lemon, lime, pineapple or orange juice. Sour premix flavours balance its sweetness perfectly, especially over ice.
Samuel Willard’s Melon pre-mixed base essence produces 1125ml of spirit from each 375ml bottle.
Add a burst of authentic Italian flavour to your drinks and desserts with this delicate floral essence by Curci Italy. Traditionally used in Italian desserts like Pastiera Napoletana, this essence enhances the flavour of cakes, creams, and pastries with its elegant floral notes. Made with natural ingredients, it’s perfect for anyone looking to bring authentic Italian flavour to their baking.
Dosage Information (printed on the bottle):
- Zucchero = Sugar
- Acqua = Water
- Alcole = Alcohol
Instructions:
Dissolve the extract in the recommended amount of alcohol. Separately, dissolve the recommended amount of sugar into the recommended amount of hot water (once boiled). Allow both mixtures to cool, then combine and filter.
$13.95 AUD
Star Anise dominates this sweet and spicy liqueur dating back to the 1800’s in Italy where it’s served neat with a few floating coffee beans. It’s also popular as a shot or chilled over ice.
Samuel Willard’s Sambucca pre-mixed base essence produces 1125 mL of spirit from each 375 mL bottle.
$11.50 AUD
A herbal whiskey liqueur style flavouring. A sweet honey profile with herbal and spice notes. Combine this with a base and neutral spirit or vodka for a taste experience inspired by a top shelf spirit.
Mixing Instructions:
Shake well and add contents and 850 ml (29 US fl oz) 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka to Top Shelf Liqueur Base B (made up as per base instructions). Top up to 1.125 L (38 US fl oz) with water.
$14.50 AUD
Discover the art and science of craft distilling by making your own small-batch London Dry style gin.
Makes a bright, crisp, and refreshing London Dry style gin with notes of pine and citrus, and a warm pepperiness on the palate.
Mixing Instructions:
Simply attach your Botanical Basket (Air Still Infusions Basket with the Air still) to your Air Still Pro, Air Still, Alembic, or Turbo 500 setup and add your Gin Botanicals packet during distillation.
Please note: Use 25 g when using the Air Still Pro, 30 - 35 g of Gin Botanicals when using the Air still and remove saddles first if using a Turbo 500 Condenser.
$11.95 AUD
A pear schnapps style flavouring. Refreshing with notes of juicy pear. Combine this with a base and neutral spirit or vodka for a taste experience inspired by a top shelf spirit.
Mixing Instructions:
Shake well and add contents and 650 ml (22 US fl oz) of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka to Top Shelf Schnapps Base (made up as per base pack instructions). Top up to 1.125 L (38 US fl oz) with water.
$15.90 AUD
With this Still Spirits Classic Tennessee Bourbon essence you can now make a sour mash whiskey style flavour. This lovely whiskey is stacked with aromas, but still mellow and smooth and leave you craving for more.
- Instructions: Add sachet contents to 1.125 L (1.2 US qt) of 40% ABV alcohol. Rinse out any remaining flavouring from the sachet with some of the alcohol.
- For Best Results: We recommend you use the Still Spirit Pure Turbo Yeast system which will yield you the highest quantity alcohol.
- Ingredients: Flavourings (milk, barley), natural flavourings (milk, barley), colour (E150a).
- Allergy Advice: For allergens including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.
- Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
$8.20 AUD
Samuel Willard’s Italiano Coffee premix flavour makes 1125mL of finished product when mixed as per directions on the bottle.
This 17th century liqueur combines exotic Jamaican Rum flavour with coffee and a hint of vanilla to give a true Italian Coffee flavour in the style of Tia Maria. It’s delicious simply over ice, frequently used as an ingredient for cocktails, but most commonly served with fresh milk and ice.
$7.50 AUD
Still Spirits is a world leader in home distilling products and spirit flavourings. With the full range of Still Spirits products, you can easily make quality low cost homemade alcohol and turn it into delicious, full flavoured, alcoholic beverages that evoke the taste of far more expensive spirits & liqueurs.
$11.95 AUD
A rich, fruity, sweet, complex Bourbon reminiscent of famous American Bourbons.
Inspired by spirits and liqueurs all over the world Still Spirits has developed a range of essences and flavourings. Turn your neutral spirit into a fantastic drink with these flavours as it adds the specific alcohol flavour you desire. The 'Top Shelf' range comes in 50ml bottles that are labelled individually to indicate the spirit or liquor they evoke.
*Each flavouring bottle will flavour three standard size 750ml bottles.
$11.50 AUD
A dry English style gin flavouring with a rich juniper aroma. Just add this to a neutral spirit or vodka for a taste experience inspired by a top shelf spirit.
Mixing Instructions:
Shake well and add contents to 2.25 L (76 US fl oz) of 40% ABV neutral spirit or vodka. Makes three 750 ml (25 US fl oz) bottles.
$13.95 AUD
Using the finest grain and oak barrel flavours, when you blend this exceptional Honey Bourbon Premix with fresh honey, the smooth flavour cannot be resisted. This fine liqueur is ideally served poured over a few ice blocks or with your favourite mixer.
Samuel Willard’s Honey Bourbon premix base produces 1125mL of spirit from each 375mL bottle.
$9.90 AUD
This essence captures a classic Kentucky bourbon profile with smooth caramel, light vanilla, and gentle oak. Clean, familiar, and well‑balanced, it’s a reliable base for traditional bourbon‑style drinks.
$7.90 AUD
Whiskey is a powerful American corn whiskey without the smokyness. Drink neat " on the rocks" or mixed with soda, Ginger Ale, orange juice or Cola.
$8.20 AUD
Code: 127919
Samuel Willard’s Trinidad Rum has that special Caribbean style Rums. The definitive flavour coupled with a natural sugar-cane sweetness makes this a good base for Rum cocktails.
Samuel Willard’s Trinidad Rum essence produces 2250ml of spirit from each 50ml bottle.
$13.95 AUD
Coconut Rum flavoured premix, is great in a cocktail known as a “Cruiser”. It’s beach-side relaxing served over ice and a dose of authentic Queensland pineapple juice.
Samuel Willard’s Coconut Rum premixed base produces 1125ml of spirit from each 375ml bottle.
$6.90 AUD
Slivovitz schnapps essence from Prestige, 20ml, listed as a Croatian plum brandy style. Slivovitz is one of those spirits that means something in a household rather than just being another bottle on the shelf, and we get asked for it by name. This is the essence route to that character, blended into a neutral spirit you have made yourself. Twenty millilitres treats a batch. Follow the directions on the bottle. If your family has strong views about how it ought to taste, treat this as a starting point rather than the last word.
$14.50 AUD
Icon Liqueurs is a liqueur-style flavouring range that makes it easier than ever to make liqueurs! Because of the convenient pouch or bottle packaging, pouring and mixing only takes a few moments before they are ready to serve!
A lemon liqueur flavouring in the Italian style, with a fresh citrous aroma and a sweet zesty taste.
Makes 1L – Add the bottle contents to a 1L bottle, add 90 ml of water and top up with vodka or neutral spirit at 40%.
$9.95 AUD
Ambrosia was the nectar of the Gods, and this is certainly no understatement for this superb Scotch Whisky Essence. Full golden in colour, clear and bright scotch with a a large and full aroma, well aged oak nuances with a hint of orange and some fruitiness. The finish is very clean and medium dry.
$11.50 AUD
Blood orange gin essence from the Still Spirits Top Shelf range. Top Shelf is the range most people work through once they have their spirit sorted and want to put a character on it, and the flavoured gins are where a lot of the experimenting happens. This one is aimed at a blood orange gin. Follow the directions on the bottle for the batch size it treats. Small enough to add to an order and try, which is how most of our customers end up with a whole shelf of them at home.
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