Liqueur
The Irony Spirits Cranberry Euphoria Semi-Sweet Liqueur 375 mL
Bright cranberry brings tart red-fruit freshness to a smooth, semi-sweet palate. A hint of rosemary adds a savoury herbal lift, giving the berry character more definition and keeping the finish from becoming heavy. The texture is rounded but lively, with a clean balance between fruit, sweetness and gentle botanical detail. Serve well chilled after dinner, pour over ice, or add a small measure to sparkling wine for a crisp aperitif.
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.
Luxardo Antico Cherry Aperitif
Deep burgundy in colour, with zesty citrus, white flowers and ripe cherry over dandelion, burdock and aromatic spice. The palate is richly fruited but held in check by white pepper and a measured herbal bitterness, leading to a long, lightly spiced finish. Serve neat, well chilled or over ice, or use in place of sweet vermouth to give a Manhattan or Negroni a brighter cherry-led shape.
Aperol Aperitivo
Zesty orange and layered herbal aromas arrive with a light touch of vanilla. The palate is velvety and rounded, balancing vivid citrus with root-driven bitterness and measured sweetness. Its lingering herbal finish stays fresh and gently bitter rather than heavy. Serve over ice with soda, build into a classic Spritz with sparkling wine, or pair with olives, cured meats, potato chips and other salty aperitivo snacks.
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.
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.
Hakutsuru Yuzu Nigori Liqueur
Bright yuzu aroma leads with fresh citrus and a lightly pithy edge. The palate is rich and softly textured, balancing ripe fruit sweetness against the natural bitterness of the peel. A gently cloudy appearance reinforces its generous, whole-fruit character, while the finish remains lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled or over ice, alongside spicy dishes, grilled skewers, fruit desserts or salty snacks.
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.
Sheringham Rhubarb Gin Liqueur 375 mL
Fresh rhubarb and bright citrus open the aroma, leading to a palate that balances tart fruit with measured sweetness. Juniper and gentle herbal notes keep the liqueur structured, while star anise and lemon peel add lift and a subtle savoury edge. The finish is lively, clean and lightly spiced. Serve chilled or over ice, top with soda or sparkling wine, or use in a citrus-led spritz where its sweet-tart character can stay focused.
Odd Society Mia Amata Amaro
Dark chocolate and bitter orange open into plum, toasted nut and a cool trace of mint. Layered botanicals bring resinous, floral and gently spiced depth, while the palate moves deliberately from firm bitterness toward a measured, lightly sweet finish. Complex without becoming medicinal, it is satisfying after dinner over ice or served well chilled. It also adds dark-fruit richness and an elegant bitter edge to a stirred cocktail or a more expressive spritz.
Odd Society Elderflower Liqueur
Fresh elderflower gives an immediately fragrant, floral character, supported by tropical fruit, citrus and a clear note of lychee. The palate is rich and sweet but lifted by lemon, keeping the texture bright enough for mixed drinks rather than heavy. A lingering floral finish carries a gentle citrus freshness. Serve over ice with a squeeze of lemon, top with soda or sparkling wine, or use in a light spritz and other patio-style cocktails.
Nakano Kunizakari Sakagura Nigori Umeshu 300 mL
Cloudy and generously textured, with juicy plum flesh leading into ripe peach and persimmon. Apricot, honey and sweet tea add layered richness through the mid-palate, while natural tartness gives the sweetness lift and definition. The finish is clean and unexpectedly fresh for such a viscous style. Serve well chilled, over ice or lengthened with soda alongside fruit desserts, spicy dishes, salty nuts or soft cheese.
McGuinness Cherry Whisky Liqueur
Vivid cherry aromas lead into a rounded mix of dark cherry, vanilla and toasted caramel. A light touch of oak and whisky spice keeps the generous fruit from feeling one-dimensional, while the palate balances candied sweetness with a brighter, tart-cherry lift. The texture is smooth and softly creamy, finishing with lingering cherry and warm spice. Serve chilled, mix with cola or ginger beer, or use it to add bold fruit to a Whisky Smash or Mule.
Disaronno Originale Amaretto 375 mL
Toasted almond and marzipan lead a rich, aromatic nose, followed by vanilla, caramel and a subtle thread of anise. The palate is smooth and rounded, balancing candied almond sweetness with deeper notes of brown butter and brûléed sugar. A faint red-apple accent brings lift to the lingering finish. Serve over ice, lengthen with citrus, or use in an Amaretto Sour or spirit-forward cocktail.
Bols Triple Sec Liqueur
Clear and brightly aromatic, with Curaçao orange peel at the centre and a fresh citrus lift around it. The palate balances clean sweetness with a gently bitter peel note, keeping the profile lively and useful rather than heavy. Its direct orange character is made for mixing: add it to a Margarita, Cosmopolitan or Sidecar, use it to brighten a sparkling serve, or combine it with lemon and soda for a simple long drink with a crisp finish.
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.