British Columbia
Scout Vineyard NV Rosé
Grapefruit, strawberry tea and raspberry pastry lead a complex, savoury profile. The palate is aromatic and gently textured, with spice and a fine tannic grip from skin contact balanced by ripe, rounded fruit. Seven months on the lees add breadth without dulling the freshness. Serve lightly chilled with grilled vegetables, salmon, charcuterie or dishes carrying gentle heat.
Maverick Estate Winery 2022 Rosé
Four Winds Light Lager 15-Pack
Crisp and clean, with a light grain profile and an easy, refreshing finish. Canadian Pilsner malt provides a gentle cereal note, while rice keeps the body lean and the palate uncluttered. The balance is straightforward and highly drinkable, with restrained bitterness and a dry close. Serve well chilled with burgers, grilled sausages, fish tacos, pizza or simple salty snacks.
Northern Lights Heritage Haskap
Deep wild berry fruit leads a concentrated, full-bodied palate. The dark-fruit intensity is framed by measured Hungarian-oak depth, giving the wine a firm, composed shape rather than overt sweetness. Rich texture and dark-fruit persistence carry through a long, age-worthy finish with a quiet savoury edge.
Zanatta NV Glenora Fantasia Brut
Green apple leads the bouquet, framed by a stream of fine, persistent bubbles and a clean, brisk palate. Extended lees ageing brings subtle breadth and a lightly savoury dimension while the fruit remains fresh and focused. Distinctive and polished, this traditional-method sparkling wine is a natural aperitif and an excellent partner for oysters, smoked salmon, fried chicken or creamy cheeses.
40 Knots 2019 Gamay
Esquimalt Rosso Sweet Vermouth
Plum, fig and orange lead a generous aroma, followed by brown sugar, rosemary and cinnamon. The palate is rich but composed, with ripe fruit and cola balanced by white pepper, clove, star anise and a firm herbal line. A mead-based texture gives the middle palate breadth without becoming syrupy. The finish is savoury, gently bitter and warming. Serve lightly chilled over ice, or use it in a Negroni, Martinez or Manhattan.
Esquimalt Dry Vermouth 500 mL
Honeysuckle, green apple and pear open an aromatic nose, moving into ripe peach, chamomile and elderflower. The palate is fresh and crisp, with lively acidity balancing subtle honeyed fruit and a firm herbaceous line. Pineapple, mango and apricot add generosity without changing the dry profile, while a faint grassy note keeps the finish precise. Serve well chilled over ice with olives and a touch of brine, or use it in a classic Martini.
Esquimalt Bianco Sweet Vermouth
Lemon peel, vanilla and garden herbs spring from the glass, joined by chamomile and a warm orange-spice note. The palate is sweet but not cloying, with lively acidity and a firm herbaceous bitterness keeping the texture focused. A subtle grassy note adds freshness before bitter lemon carries the long finish. Serve well chilled over ice with a lemon twist or olive, topped with sparkling water, or use it in a lighter Negroni-style cocktail.
Esquimalt Vino Miele Limoncello
Fresh lemon peel opens with vivid citrus oils and a clean, aromatic lift. British Columbia honey adds a rounded, lightly floral sweetness, while the mead base gives the palate a supple texture and more depth than a simple sugar syrup. Bright acidity keeps the finish refreshing rather than heavy, with lemon zest lingering over a soft honeyed note. Serve thoroughly chilled, pour over ice, or lengthen with soda for a crisp after-dinner drink.
Esquimalt Bitter Red Americano
Bright citrus and decisive herbal bitterness shape the opening, balanced by just enough honeyed sweetness to keep the palate composed. Gentian and wormwood provide a firm, appetizing structure, while subtle wood smoke, pine and coastal botanicals add depth. Grapefruit and fresh florals lift the long, clean finish. Serve over ice with soda, or use it as the bitter component in a Negroni, Boulevardier or Americano-style cocktail.
Temporal Artisan Ales Two Threads Barrel-Aged Barleywine 330 mL
Rich malt and caramel form the centre of this layered barleywine, joined by dark fruit and a lightly sherried oxidative note from its mature component. Bourbon and rye-whiskey barrels add vanilla, oak and measured spice, while a younger portion contributes freshness and firm bitterness. The blend feels deep without becoming static, finishing warm and persistent. Serve cool in a small glass with aged cheddar, blue cheese, roast beef, pecan tart or dark chocolate.
Temporal Artisan Ales A Hand at Dusk Barrel-Aged Plum Saison
A slightly hazy orange-gold colour introduces a lively, mixed-culture saison with a softly funky aroma and clear plum character. The palate is bright and tart, combining juicy red fruit with grainy farmhouse depth and a touch of rye. Gentle carbonation keeps the texture composed, while a persistent sour-plum finish adds energy and definition. Serve cool with roast duck, pork, washed-rind cheese or a grain salad dressed with herbs and citrus.
Field House Hazy Six Mix 6-Pack
Six hazy beers offer a varied look at the style, moving through juicy tropical fruit, bright citrus and soft, rounded finishes. Each selection brings its own hop character while staying within an aromatic, fruit-led profile, making the pack useful for sharing or exploring several expressions side by side. Serve well chilled with fried chicken, fish tacos, burgers or sharp cheddar, where the fresh hop character can provide an easy counterpoint.
Monster Vineyards 2020 The Brute
Monster Vineyards 2021 Rosé
Temporal Artisan Ales Expanding Fractals Bourbon Barrel-Aged Belgian Quadrupel 330 mL
Dark candi sugar, piloncillo and jaggery build a deep, molasses-like sweetness over a rich Belgian-style malt base. Extended bourbon-barrel ageing adds vanilla, seasoned oak and warming spice, while expressive abbey yeast brings dried-fruit complexity. Despite its concentration, the finish remains structured, with barrel character and gentle bitterness keeping the dark sweetness in balance. Serve cool in a small glass with braised beef, blue cheese, pecan tart or dark chocolate.
Mad Laboratory Vodka 750 mL
Soft and creamy in texture, with light caramel and toasted grain notes giving the otherwise clean profile quiet depth. The palate opens smoothly with little initial heat, then develops a measured warmth through the finish without becoming sharp. Its restrained richness makes it well suited to simple service. Enjoy well chilled, pour over ice, or use in a Martini or Vodka Soda where the subtle toast and rounded texture can remain apparent.
Stillhead Wild Blackberry Gin
Ripe wild blackberry leads, framed by a clean, classic gin base rather than heavy sweetness. Fresh berry character carries across the palate with gentle juniper structure and a rounded touch of Canadian honey, keeping the profile vivid and balanced. The finish stays bright, lightly dry and distinctly fruit-led. Pour over ice, lengthen with tonic or soda, or use in a Bramble or Pimm's-style serve where its natural berry depth can remain clear.