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The Kakos Family has been serving Birmingham and the Metro Detroit area since 1973. Come in and see why Kakos Market has been around for over 50 years

Kakos has one of the best selections in the area which is highlighted by their knowledge and enthusiasm.

10/31/2026

A REAL LIFE MUSKETEER
It was an honor to celebrate the induction of my friend Dr. Henri into a prestigious Armagnac society last night. It was hosted by Bhakta Spirits, which meant that we enjoyed some incredible vintage Armagnac while celebrating the spirit, the society, and the region of Armagnac. BTW the 1982 Vintage of Bhakta Armagnac we tasted last night was reminiscent of a $5000 Louis XIII. Big thank you to the Detroit Athletic Club members (Dan A, and others) that hosted the event. The food, the suite, and everyone there was so fun and interesting. The sword in the pictures was made by one of the last sword-makers in France, and is a replica of a version used by the actual Musketeers that defended King Louis XIII in 1622. The sword is so well made that you can balance it on one finger (see pic). "Tous pour un et un pour tous in french means, "All for one and one for all" which is the Musketeer motto. We have a very special Bhakta bottle coming soon to Kakos, so stay tuned.
Merci,
Joseph Kakos

10/21/2026

NATIONAL MEZCAL DAY
Where there’s smoke, there’s mezcal. Happy , we hope you celebrate Mexico's incredible ancestral gift to the world. Unlike tequila, which is only made from the Weber Blue Agave, artisanal mezcal can be crafted from dozens of different agave varieties, including Espadin, Tobala, Cuishe and Tepeztate. Each of these agave types has unique, complex flavors like lemongrass, dried fruit and florals that compliment the smoke. Enjoy Mezcal like Tequila, Vodka or Gin;
- Sipping it neat (the traditional way, with orange slices)
- Mixing up a smoky Mezcal Margarita,or Mezcalita
- Grapefruit soda and mezcal (Smoky Paloma)
Just have fun, don't overthink it. BTW, there is a saying in Mexico, “Para todo mal, mezcal. Y para todo bien, también.” (For everything bad, mezcal. And for everything good, as well)
If you have a favorite way to drink Mezcal let us know in the comments below.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

10/18/2026

FOUR SINGLE BARRELS OF FOUR ROSES
Kakos Market has four Single Barrels of Four Roses. The legendary distillery combines 2 unique mash bills and 5 proprietary yeast strains to create 10 distinct recipes. Kakos has a quick-cheat sheet to decode the "Bourbon Alphabet" next time you are hunting for a Single Barrel:

The Code Breakdown
• 1st Letter (O): The original distillery was named Old Prentice
• 2nd Letter (B or E): The Mash Bill (The grain recipe)
B (High Rye): 60% Corn / 35% Rye / 5% Malted Barley (Spicier, bolder profile)
E (Low Rye): 75% Corn / 20% Rye / 5% Malted Barley (Sweeter, corn-forward)
• 3rd Letter (S): Straight Bourbon Wh***ey
• 4th Letter (V, K, O, Q, or F): The Yeast Strain Flavors
- V: Delicate, light fruit notes
- K: Slight baking spice and wood
- O: Rich, robust, dark fruit flavors
- Q: Floral essence and subtle sweetness
- F: Herbal, minty, or earthy tones

The "B" High-Rye (Bold & Spicy):
• OBSK: Baking spice & heavy rye punch
• OBSF: Minty, herbal, and complexly earthy

The "E" Low-Rye (Smooth & Sweet):
• OESF: Clean, herbaceous, and refreshing notes
• OESQ: Delicate floral fragrance with a sweeter body
Which Four Roses recipe will be your favorite? oh , almost forgot, these are all $49.99, that is a deal.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos
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10/17/2026

OLD FITZGERALD 7 YEAR BOTTLED-IN-BOND
This is a delicious wheated bourbon produced by Heaven Hill Distillery. It is considered to be the baby brother to the higher aged decanter series that is released once a year. This is a fabulous value per quality ratio, if you can find a bottle. We have a handful of bottles that we get with these releases for your enjoyment.
Old Fitz Details
• Proof / ABV: 100 proof (50% ABV)
• Age: 7 years
• Mash Bill: 68% corn, 20% wheat, 12% malted barley
• Bottled-in-Bond- Distilled in a single season, at one distillery, aged at least 4 years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at 100 proof).
• Aroma: Graham crackers, honey, summer fruits, toasted oak, and baking spices.
• Flavor: Rich, viscous texture with notes of vanilla, honey graham crackers, brown sugar, and balanced oak.
• Finish: Medium to long finish with lingering maple sweetness, cinnamon, and toasted oak
-Price: $65.99
Every detail of this bourbon has been thoughtfully considered, from the bottle to the bourbon. We hope you get one of these gems.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

10/16/2026

A NEW MAKER'S THAT MAY BE FAMILIAR TO YOU
Maker's Mark just released "The Lost Recipe Series" Edition 03 (2026) which is a limited edition Bourbon that revives retired stave profiles from Maker's Mark private barrel selection history. This might interest many of you because this years recipe (9 Roasted French Mocha, 1 Seared French Cuvee Stave) is almost exactly the recipe that we had a few years ago, called "Michigan Mocha". That release was an exclusive to Kakos Market for a few years and consisted of 10 Roasted French Mocha Staves. For those of you that miss the Kakos Market "Michigan Mocha", this could be a great way to satisfy your cravings for that rich profile and cask strength weighty texture. Kakos Market is proud to be the 41st retailer in the United States that has ever picked a Maker's Mark Barrel Project. Next time you visit Maker's, you can see our name etched on a huge glass teardrop in their barrel tasting room. Cheers to great barrel memories at Kakos Market.

Edition 03 (2026)
• Staves: Archived Roasted French Mocha stave profile. The 10-stave finishing recipe is a combination of 9 Roasted French Mocha and 1 Seared French Cuvée.
• Proof & ABV: Bottled at 110.2 proof (55.1 %)
• Age Statement: No Age Statement, but it tastes like it's been aged around 6 to 7 years IOHO
• Flavor: Notes of roasted coffee, dark chocolate, vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, with a warm baking spice finish.
• Price: $69.99
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

10/12/2026

Mrs. Kakos turned 90 this past week and so many of you called and came by to visit. She was so happy that she just wanted to share her love and appreciation with everyone. We hope to share many more birthdays in the future. Thank you all for making her so happy.
Sincerely Thankful,
The Kakos Family

10/05/2026

SINGLE BARREL, 7 YEARS OLD, 114 PROOF
We just received a small drop of the limited Old Grand-Dad (OGD) 114 proof, Single Barrel, 7 Year. This single barrel expression has a guaranteed seven-year age statement. It utilizes the same high-rye mash bill as the rest of the OGD lineup: 63% corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley. Because it is a single barrel release, tasting notes and color can vary slightly from bottle to bottle. This is a slightly sweeter, fruitier, and more nuanced version of the classic OGD 114.
-AROMA: Caramel, vanilla, dark fruit (like cherry cola), and baking spice.
-TASTE: Rich brown sugar, roasted peanuts, oak, and a bold rye spice kick.
-FINISH: Lingering warmth with dry baking spices and seasoned oak.
This bottle packs a lot of flavor and value at a reasonable price. We only received a handful of bottles, so please get them before they are gone.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

10/04/2026

SARTI ROSA!!!!!!!!!
Just got a small drop of Sarti Rosa back at Kakos Market. For those of you that know about Sarti, you know this will fly off the shelves. Please be considerate, one bottle person. When it's gone, it's gone, again. Look forward to seeing.
Grazie,
Joseph Kakos

10/01/2026

CASCAHUIN TEQUILA JUST LANDED AT KAKOS
If you are a Tequila Aficionado you know the Cascahuin brand. This is a highly respected, additive free artisanal tequila produced in El Arenal, Jalisco, by the Rosales family since 1904.
-NOM: 1123
- Location: El Arenal, Jalisco (Lowlands/Zona Valles)
- Agave: 100% Blue Weber agave
- Cooking: Slow cooked in traditional stone/brick ovens
- Milliing: Crushed via roller mill or traditional volcanic stone tahona
- Fermentation: Open-air cement and stainless steel vats.
- Distillation: Copper pot stills.
- Profile: Known for earthy, robust, agave-forward flavors highlighted by characteristic lowland minerality, black pepper, citrus, and herbal notes.

• Blanco (40% ABV): Crisp and mineral driven with fresh lemon/lime notes and cooked agave on the palate. ($69.99)
• Reposado (42%): Golden color, aged for 6-8 months in American Oak, with aromas of honey and flavors of vanilla wafers. ($79.99)
• Añejo (44%): Amber color, aged 14-16 months in American Oak with aromas of dried fruit, almonds, with a light toffee flavor, finishing with a hint of oak. ($134.99)
So much more to say, not enough room. Bottom line, received very limited amounts of each one. BTW, many people consider Cascahuin to be the the best substitute for Fortaleza, IYKYK.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

09/29/2026

NATIONAL COFFEE DAY
This is a fun day because coffee is a HUGE part of our lives everyday. The Carajillo is a fun and easy coffee cocktail to enjoy today. Make a quick Carajillo by combining 2 oz. of Licor 43 and 2 oz. of Two James Coffee Liqueur shaken hard with ice, strain and serve.
Ingredients
• 2 oz Licor 43 (Spanish vanilla liqueur)
• 2 oz Two James Coffee Liqueur (or your favorite rich coffee liqueur)
• Fresh ice cubes
• Coffee beans or an orange peel for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Chill a rocks glass in the refrigerator or fill it with ice to get it cold.
2. Combine equal parts (2 oz each) of Licor 43 and Two James Coffee Liqueur in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the mixture is frosty and well-chilled.
4. Strain the liquid into your chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a few roasted coffee beans or an expressed orange peel twist on top.
If you like it stronger or less sweet add a splash of vodka or tequila. You can also serve it over crushed ice if you want a softer drink, or in a stemmed glass to give it a little sophistication.
Enjoy this beautiful day.
Cheers,
Joseph Kakos

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1555 E 14 Mile Road
Birmingham, MI
48009

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 7pm
Tuesday	11am - 7pm
Wednesday	11am - 7pm
Thursday	11am - 8pm
Friday	11am - 8pm
Saturday	11am - 8pm
Sunday	12pm - 7pm

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