Canada
Macaloney’s Caledonian Invermallie Single Cask Island Single Malt Whisky
White and black pepper open with fresh mint, delicate flowers and a cool herbal edge. The palate is lively and precise, with white grape and light malt framed by measured oak and clean spice. A faint dark-chocolate note adds depth without heaviness. The finish is crisp and warming, leaving mint, pepper, grape skin and gentle oak.
Macaloney’s Invernahaven Single Malt Canadian Whisky
Plum and raisin lead with warm spice, expressive malt and seasoned oak. The palate is rich and creamy, its dried-fruit depth framed by structured tannins and a quiet nutty note from the sherry casks. Oak adds shape without becoming dry. The finish is long and layered, leaving dark fruit, malt, spice and a light saline impression.
Bittered Sling Orange & Juniper Bitters 120 mL
Fresh orange peel and herbaceous juniper lead, sharpened by bright green cardamom and the clean bitterness of turmeric and cinchona bark. A few dashes bring aromatic lift and structure to gin, whisky, tequila, pisco, vermouth or sparkling water without overwhelming the base. It also works neatly in tea, cider, sparkling wine, hollandaise and citrus-led desserts.
Summerhill 2016 Ner Tamid Magnum
Dark cherry and blackcurrant lead an elegant, full-flavoured red, with gentle cedar, dried herbs and warm spice adding savoury detail. The palate is polished rather than heavy, its ripe fruit held by fresh acidity and fine, measured tannins. Composed and persistent, it suits roast lamb, braised beef or mushroom dishes.
Poplar Grove 2014 The Legacy 750 mL
Black fruit opens with a supple, almost voluptuous texture, followed by dried leaves, liquorice and sagebrush. The blend is savoury and layered rather than heavy, with Cabernet Franc bringing aromatic lift and the supporting varieties adding shape and depth. Fine tannins keep the generous palate composed. The finish is stylish and persistent, balancing ripe fruit with mature herbal and earthy detail.
Macaloney’s Caledonian Mac Na Bràiche Single Malt Spirit
Ripe red berries and tropical fruit lead a generous aroma, followed by toffee, toasted oak and warm wood spice. The palate is smooth and creamy, layering fruitcake, honey and citrus over juicy malt. Dark chocolate and a faint saline note bring definition before a long, oak-led finish. Serve neat, allowing a few minutes in the glass before adding water.
Macaloney’s Peated Mac Na Bràiche Single Malt Spirit
Medium peat smoke and wood ash open the aroma, joined by heather, lemongrass and warm baking spice. The palate is creamy and smooth, with waves of smoke framing tropical fruit and juicy malt. Floral nectar, coconut and a light saline note add contrast before a dry malt sweetness emerges. The finish is long, smoky and gently warming. Serve neat.
Wayne Gretzky No. 99 Ninety Nine Proof Canadian Whisky
Ripe red fruit and caramel open with toasty new oak, vanilla and almond. The palate is bold and spicy, layering peanut brittle and dried fruit over a firm grain-driven structure. A hundred-day finish in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels adds wine-toned richness without turning the whisky sweet. The finish is warming and persistent, leaving dark fruit, dry hardwood, caramel and lively spice.
Blue Mountain 2014 Reserve Pinot Noir Magnum
Fresh, complex fruit leads a structured, lively palate, with gentle extraction preserving delicacy rather than weight. Subtle herbal detail and measured cask depth add shape, while vibrant acidity keeps the fruit clear through the finish. Refined and food-friendly, it has the reserve to develop further. Serve with roast duck, salmon, mushroom dishes or earthy lentils.
J.P. Wiser’s Alumni Series Wendel Clark 11 Year Old Rye Canadian Whisky
Orange blossom and dried fruit lead with rye spice, vanilla and seasoned oak. The palate is bold and focused, carrying eleven years of bourbon-barrel influence through pepper, caramel and a firm grain-driven texture. Sweetness remains controlled, giving the spice room to build. The finish is warm and peppery, leaving citrus peel, dried fruit, oak and persistent rye.
Glen Breton House of Alister MacKenzie 12 Year Old Canadian Single Malt Whisky
Roasted almond and walnut skin open with apple, grass and an earthy note. The palate is distinctive and savoury, carrying orchard fruit through salted nuts, green bean and a firm vegetal edge. A clay-like character gives the malt an unusual texture without masking its grain. The finish is medium in length, leaving earth, nuts, apple and gentle bitterness.
Burrowing Owl 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Okanagan Valley
Cassis, damson plum, blueberry and dark cherry form a generous aromatic core, edged by cedar, sweet spice and dark chocolate. Full-bodied and structured, the palate carries blackberry and plum through fine, firm tannins. A restrained savoury note adds lift before the long, polished finish. Decant and serve with grilled beef or lamb.
Birch Block 2022 Pinot Noir Magnum
Leather, pipe tobacco and vanilla pod lead into rose petal, violets and wild sagebrush. The palate feels lively and multidimensional, with whole-cluster character bringing savoury definition and toasted spice. Soft, velvety tannins keep the structure supple, carrying floral detail, woodland herbs and warm spice through a poised, quietly persistent finish.
Caribou Crossing Single Barrel Canadian Whisky
Light vanilla and caramel open with cinnamon, baked cookie and a faint fruit-cobbler note. The palate is smooth and airy, bringing gentle sweetness into balance with clean oak, soft grain and touches of orange and apple skin. The texture remains delicate rather than forceful. The finish is concise and mellow, leaving vanilla, cedar, melted marshmallow and a final trace of warm spice.
CheckMate 2019 Attack Chardonnay
Seaside air, flint and citrus blossom frame white peach and a subtle smoky note. The palate is creamy yet precise, layering juicy peach, Asian pear, nectarine and mandarin over measured acidity. Integrated oak adds shape without weight, while mineral salinity, gentle spice and a touch of honey draw out a long, clean and refreshing finish.
Summerhill Pyramid Winery 2000 Cipes Ariel
Fresh apple and ripe pear meet creamy lemon custard, warm brioche and candied orange, with dried apricot and ginger adding mature complexity. Rich and full-bodied, the palate remains vibrant, its fine mousse and integrated acidity giving the developed fruit welcome lift. The finish is long, layered and savoury, balancing age with remarkable freshness.
CheckMate Artisanal Winery 2022 Fool’s Mate Chardonnay 750 mL
Subtle orchard fruit leads with pear, apricot and quince, followed by lemon, lime zest and a clear mineral edge. The palate opens creamy, then tightens around fresh acidity and crunchy fruit. Almond and freshly baked bread bring measured richness without obscuring the citrus line. Textural and composed through the middle, it finishes long and persistent with a precise balance of fruit, freshness and restrained oak.
Poplar Grove 2014 Cabernet Franc 10 Year Release 750 mL
Fragrant dark plum and mature cherry lead, with resin, cedar and gentle spice bringing complexity. The palate is soft and resolved, yet still carries its original fruit with clarity. Subtle savoury structure and a polished texture lend an elegant, old-world feel without losing its Okanagan character. Long and composed on the finish, it shows faded smoke and beautifully integrated maturity.
DEVINE Glen Saanich Single Malt Whisky
Sweet grain and malt lead with ripe pear, mild vanilla and a quiet floral lift. The palate develops cinnamon, clove and citrus bitterness, warmed by spice but softened by caramel and toasted grain. A faint coastal note brings freshness to the richer malt character. The finish is lingering and clean, leaving toasted bread, roasted malt, pear skin and a final trace of sea air.
Little Engine 2016 Platinum Pinot Noir
Dark cherry and ripe forest fruit lead a concentrated, spice-laced profile, with oak adding depth without obscuring the fruit. The palate is fleshy and powerful, yet there is enough structure and freshness to keep it poised. Fine tannins carry the savoury, lingering finish. Decant briefly and serve with duck, lamb or earthy mushroom dishes.