Liqueur
Domaine Jean Bourdy Galant des Abbesses Liqueur 750 mL
A historic recipe combines grape juice, Marc du Jura and a touch of Fine with twenty-five East and Asian spices. The mixture is then aged in old wood for two to three years. The producer describes extraordinary complexity and an exotic character, with Indian and Asian spices woven through the flavour profile. Firm structure, tannins, organic certification and a sixteen-percent alcohol level are also recorded.
Shin Red Wine Umeshu
Ripe plum and dark berry aromas lead into a fuller red-fruit character, with a subtle vinous depth beneath the fruit. The palate is rounded and generous, balancing gentle sweetness with bright plum acidity and a light tannic grip from the red-wine component. Its texture remains smooth and easy to drink, while the finish is fragrant, softly tart and persistent. Serve chilled, over ice or topped with soda alongside charcuterie, roasted nuts or dark chocolate.
Kunizakari Chita Umeshu
Ripe plum fills the aroma, moving from lush stone fruit into a brighter, gently tart edge. The palate is concentrated and rounded, with layered plum sweetness balanced by clean acidity and a subtle almond-like savoury note. Its texture is rich but controlled, and the fruit remains vivid through a long, softly warming finish. Serve chilled, over ice or lengthened with soda; it also works well alongside lightly salted nuts, fruit desserts or blue cheese.
Fernet Hunter BC
Wild blueberry lends a dark, gently fruity note to an otherwise firmly herbal profile. Arnica and orris root bring earthy bitterness, while lavender gives the aroma a lifted floral edge. The palate is layered and aromatic rather than sweet, with the berry character rounding the bitter botanicals without obscuring them. A long, cooling, floral finish follows. Serve over ice, lengthen with soda, or use sparingly to deepen a spirit-forward cocktail.
Strega 900 Bitter Rosso
Bright ruby colour introduces orange peel, grapefruit zest and a quiet cherry note. The palate centres on gentian, bringing firm but controlled bitterness alongside measured sweetness and fresh citrus. A restrained herbal edge gives the middle extra depth without obscuring the fruit. The finish is clean, persistent and bittersweet. Serve over a large cube, lengthen with soda, or use in classic aperitivo cocktails.
Strega 900 Aperitivo
Pink grapefruit and orange zest lead a bright, aromatic opening with a subtle herbal undertone. The palate is lightly sweet and citrus-forward, balanced by gentle gentian bitterness and a clean, refreshing texture. Fresh orange carries through the middle before lingering citrus oils give the finish a pleasantly dry edge. Serve over ice with soda, build into a spritz, or use in a lighter bittered cocktail.
Sons of Vancouver No. 82 Amaretto 750 mL
Bitter almond leads a rich, fragrant aroma, joined by vanilla bean and bright orange oil. The palate is rounded and layered, with demerara sugar and honey providing depth rather than simple sweetness. Citrus keeps the texture lively, while the almond character remains clear through the middle. The finish is smooth, warming and gently bittersweet. Serve over ice, in an Amaretto Sour, or as a measured sweetener in an Old Fashioned.
Select Aperitivo
Bright ruby in colour, with citrus peel, juniper and rhubarb leading a complex botanical aroma. Floral, balsamic and gently mentholated notes add freshness. The palate is medium-bodied and bittersweet, balancing warming spice with a clean herbal core and restrained sweetness. A persistent finish returns to citrus and bitter roots. Serve over ice with Prosecco, soda and a green olive, or use in other aperitivo-led cocktails.
Ryan’s Original Irish Style Cream Liqueur 375 mL
Fresh dairy cream gives a rich, inviting aroma, with milk chocolate, vanilla and gentle whiskey warmth underneath. The palate is smooth and rounded, balancing creamy sweetness with cocoa depth and a quiet oak-spice note. Its texture is plush without feeling cloying, and the flavours remain clean through the middle. The finish is soft, warming and lightly chocolatey. Serve chilled, over ice, in coffee, or as an after-dinner cocktail ingredient.
Poli Super Taurus Bitter Veneto
Red-orange zest leads an intense, citrus-driven aroma, framed by gentian, liquorice root and warming spice. The palate is firm and bittersweet, with natural peel oils bringing brightness while bitter herbs add depth and grip. A measured sweetness rounds the texture without blunting its aperitif character. The finish is long, herbal and clean. Serve over ice with orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use in a Negroni-style cocktail.
Per Se Portuguese Aperitivo
Bright warm orange in colour, with cardamom, fresh orange peel, allspice and gentian shaping a fragrant botanical aroma. The palate is light and gently sweet, carrying citrus freshness through a delicate thread of bitterness. Its layered herbal character remains polished and easygoing rather than dense. The finish is clean, softly bittersweet and refreshing. Serve over ice with tonic and orange zest, or use as the base for a spritz.
Chartreux Noix des Pères Walnut Liqueur
Green walnut leads an intense, gently bittersweet aroma, with a layered herbal note adding freshness and depth. The palate sits between a fortified wine and a liqueur in feel, combining concentrated nut flavour with a rounded, savoury texture. Subtle plant-derived bitterness keeps the sweetness composed. The finish is long, warming and distinctly walnut-led. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif or after dinner.
Niwa no Uguisu Tomari Umeshu 720 mL
Fragrant ripe plum leads a concentrated, fruit-driven aroma, with a quiet savoury undertone from the sake-lees shochu base. The palate is rich but notably dry for the style, balancing deep plum extract with clean acidity and a gentle almond-like grip. A smooth texture carries into a persistent, lightly tangy finish. Serve chilled, over ice, or with soda alongside salty or grilled dishes.
Luxardo Limoncello Gift Set
Ripe lemon and sweet lemon curd shape a generous, citrus-led aroma, with fragrant essential oils bringing freshness. The palate is softly rounded and slightly sweet, balanced by tangy lemon acidity and a clean botanical edge. A smooth texture carries into a bright, persistent finish. Serve well chilled after dinner, add soda for a lighter aperitif, or use in a citrus-forward cocktail.
Luxardo Limoncello Lemon Liqueur 200 mL
Clean lemon zest and fragrant citrus oils lead a vivid, aromatic nose, with a subtle white-pepper note adding definition. The palate is smooth and generously textured, carrying ripe lemon sweetness through bright, balancing acidity. The profile remains fresh rather than heavy, and the finish is long, zesty and clean. Serve well chilled, over ice, or lengthened with soda or tonic.
Luxardo Bitter Bianco Liqueur
Bright citrus, white flowers and fresh herbs form a clear, aromatic opening. The palate is bittersweet and finely balanced, with orange peel, gentian and wormwood bringing definition without heaviness. A soft botanical sweetness rounds the centre before the profile turns drier and more herbal. The finish is clean, elegant and persistent. Serve over ice with tonic or in a white Negroni.
Hotel Starlino Arancione Italian Orange Aperitivo
Bright orange peel opens the aroma, followed by blood orange, ripe peach and pink grapefruit. The palate is juicy and smooth, with coriander, angelica and gentle herbal bitterness adding shape beneath the citrus. A restrained floral note brings lift, while the finish stays clean, fresh and lightly spiced. Serve over ice with an orange slice, or lengthen with soda or sparkling wine.
Five Farms Single Batch Irish Cream Liqueur
Butterscotch, caramel and vanilla bean form an inviting, dessert-like aroma. The palate is lush and silky, layering fresh cream with coffee, dulce de leche, coconut and maple. A clear thread of Irish whiskey adds warmth and depth, keeping the sweetness composed rather than one-dimensional. The finish is smooth and lingering, with vanilla, caramel and gentle coffee returning. Serve well chilled, over ice, or alongside a restrained chocolate or coffee dessert.
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.
Dolin Bitter de Chambéry
Bitter orange leads with a fragrant citrus-peel note, followed by gentian, cinchona and layered alpine herbs. The palate balances measured sweetness with a clean, persistent bitterness, remaining lighter and more delicate than many dark red aperitifs. A gently spicy, botanical finish keeps it refreshing. Serve over ice with orange, lengthen with soda, or use as the bitter element in a spritz or aperitivo cocktail.