Spirits
Spirits
Duncan Taylor The Politician Blended Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Gentle and approachable, with orange marmalade, barley sugar and soft floral notes opening into lemon curd, apple skin and almond butter. The palate has a creamy texture, while dry oak and a light thread of spice keep the sweetness neatly contained. Buttery caramel and orange blossom linger through the finish, making this an easygoing Scotch for sipping neat, over a single cube or in a well-made highball.
Lumette Bright Light Non-Alcoholic Botanical Spirit 750 mL
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Mint, cucumber and rosemary give this alcohol-free botanical spirit a vibrant, herbaceous profile. Cooling freshness runs through the palate, while a clean citrus note keeps the finish lively and bright. It is designed for mixing, with enough aromatic lift to remain clear alongside tonic, soda or lemonade. Use it in a zero-proof spritz or mojito-style serve, and add fresh herbs or cucumber for a crisp, garden-led finish.
Eigashima Shuzo Shiratama Brandy Umeshu
Japanese Liqueur
Ripe ume fruit brings a clear sweet-and-sour balance, with brandy adding weight, warmth and a pronounced aromatic lift. The fruit remains fresh and direct on the palate, while the spirit base gives the liqueur a richer, smoother texture than a lighter umeshu. It finishes fruity and composed, with sweetness held in check by plum acidity. Serve lightly chilled or over ice, allowing the plum and brandy character to remain distinct.
Royal Jamaican Blackstrap Molasses Dark Rum
Jamaican Rum
Dark molasses gives the nose a deep, almost roasted character, with caramel, toffee and warm spice adding lift. The palate is rich and full, combining burnt-sugar depth with vanilla, coffee and a measured hint of tropical fruit. Its weight and intensity make it especially effective in bold mixed drinks, where the flavour remains clear alongside citrus and ginger. Try it in a Rum Punch or a Dark and Stormy-style serve, or pour a small measure over ice.
Odd Society London Dry Wallflower Gin
Canadian Gin
Bold juniper forms the centre of the aroma, with grapefruit tracing a bright citrus line around it. The palate is crisp and dry, yet soft and rounded in texture, giving the traditional botanical profile a polished West Coast expression. Grain spirit made from British Columbia-grown grain keeps the structure clean, while the citrus lifts the finish. Serve in a dry Martini to emphasize its clarity, or pair with a restrained tonic and a grapefruit twist.
Bornholmer 1855 Traditional Akvavit
Danish Other Spirits
Caraway and dill lead with a clean, savoury aroma and a distinctly Nordic herbal character. The palate is soft and rounded, allowing the seed spice to unfold gradually rather than arriving sharply. A gentle warmth develops through the middle, followed by a lingering finish of caraway, dill and dry spice. Serve well chilled alongside smoked or cured fish, or pour a small measure with a traditional cold table where its clear structure can refresh the palate.
Giffard Guignolet d’Angers Cherry Liqueur
French Liqueur
Fresh sour cherry leads the aroma, joined by the fuller fragrance of darker, sweeter fruit. The palate is gently sweet and brightly defined, balancing ripe cherry richness with the natural acidity of Morello and Montmorency cherries. A smooth texture carries the fruit through a clean, lively finish without becoming heavy. Serve very well chilled, pour over ice, or lengthen with tonic for a simple aperitif that keeps the cherry character clear.
The Irony Spirits Aronia Euphoria Semi-Sweet Liqueur 375 mL
Canadian Liqueur
Semi-sweet in style, this locally made liqueur places aronia, also known as chokeberry, at the centre of a focused berry profile. The fruit is sourced from local suppliers, giving the drink a clear sense of place and an uncomplicated presentation. Serve well chilled and neat after dinner, or add a measured pour to sparkling wine for a fruit-led aperitif. Its compact format also makes it a thoughtful addition to a small tasting selection.
Lumette London Dry Non-Alcoholic Gin Alternative
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Juniper leads with a clean piney edge, followed by coriander, lemon zest and a broader sweep of citrus peel. A measured line of spice keeps the botanical profile dry and structured, giving classic gin character without alcohol. Designed for mixing rather than sipping neat, it works especially well with tonic or ginger ale and brings definition to a zero-proof Negroni-style serve. Garnish simply with citrus so the juniper remains at the centre.
Giffard Coffee Liqueur
French Liqueur
Roasted coffee beans define the aroma with a deep, freshly ground character. The palate opens soft and gently sweet before the roast intensifies, bringing espresso-like depth without losing balance. Vanilla rounds the middle, while a note of toasted hazelnut gives the finish warmth and length. Pour over crushed ice, use in an Espresso Martini, or add a measured amount to chocolate or coffee desserts where its clear roasted profile can carry through.
Grace O’Malley Blended Irish Whiskey
Irish Whiskey
Sweet pastry, warm spice and toasted grain lead the nose, with honey adding a rounded lift. The palate is smooth and balanced, bringing ripe fruit through a lightly structured frame of oak and soft tannin. Subtle spice returns toward the finish, keeping the richer notes composed and giving the whiskey a polished, easy-drinking close. Serve neat, over a single cube of ice, or in a classic Old Fashioned where the fruit and toast can remain clear.
Denis Charpentier Baron D Gin de France
French Gin
Pear brings a rounded softness to the palate, while blackcurrant and raspberry add a ripe, gently sweet fruit character. Orange and yuzu provide a fresh citrus lift, keeping the profile bright around a core of aromatic plants and classic gin structure. The result is polished and expressive, with fruit used for definition rather than heaviness. Serve with a restrained tonic and an orange twist, or use in a French 75 where the citrus and berry notes can remain clear.
Resurrection Spirits Vodka
Canadian Vodka
British Columbia rye gives a silky, lightly spiced profile with a subtle natural sweetness. Soft oak and dried stone fruit lead the nose, followed by caramel, marzipan and a restrained wisp of smoke on the palate. Chill filtration keeps the texture polished and clear, while black pepper and grain spice bring definition to a long finish. Serve well chilled, pour neat with a small plate of smoked fish, or use in a classic Martini where the rye character can remain present.
Odd Society Prospector Rye Whisky 375 mL
Canadian Whisky
Brown sugar and dried prune give the nose a rich opening, followed by vanilla and charred oak. Full-bodied on the palate, the whisky softens into light rye spice and ripe stone fruit without losing its grain-led character. Northern British Columbia rye and new, heavily charred American white oak create a generous middle, while a crisp, dry finish recalls autumn leaves and gentle wood spice. Serve neat or with a few drops of water to open the fruit and oak.
Bulleit Rye Frontier Whiskey
American Whiskey
Rich oak and warm spice lead the nose, joined by orange peel and a measured thread of vanilla. The palate is notably smooth, with rye spice giving shape to softer notes of honey and toasted wood. A clean, dry structure keeps the sweetness controlled, while citrus zest brings lift through the middle. The finish is steady and warming, returning to oak, vanilla and peppery grain. Serve neat, over ice, or in a Manhattan where its rye-led character can remain clear.
Stillhead Islay Cask Navy Strength Gin
Canadian Gin
Juniper and bright citrus meet a distinct but controlled layer of Islay smoke. The gin first rests in ex-bourbon barrels, building vanilla and rounded oak, before a shorter finish in heavily peated Scotch casks adds maritime peat and depth. Bottling at navy strength preserves the intensity of the cask influence while the underlying London Dry character keeps the palate balanced. Rich, smoky and unusually structured, it can be served neat, with a little water, or in a concise spirit-forward cocktail.
Antidote Black Truffle Vodka
Canadian Vodka
Sweet earth and savoury truffle define an elegant, restrained profile rather than an aggressively flavoured one. Hand-foraged Vancouver Island Burgundy truffles are macerated in a wheat-based neutral spirit, then redistilled under vacuum to capture their aroma with clarity. The palate is smooth and subtly earthy, with a gentle sweetness that keeps the finish composed. Serve well chilled, use in a dry Martini, or add a measured savoury note to a Caesar. Production is limited, so the character remains distinctly small-batch.
Shelter Point Regent Road Rye Whisky 750 mL
Canadian Whisky
Stone fruit gives the nose a bright opening, joined by a sherbet-like lift and fresh ginger. The palate turns richer with milk chocolate, baked apple and warm fruitcake spice, while the rye keeps the sweetness in check. Smooth texture carries into a long finish of vanilla, soft oak, pepper and returning ginger. Made from British Columbia-grown rye and barley, this is a rounded, approachable Canadian style with enough grain character to remain distinctive. Serve neat or in an Old Fashioned.
Giffard Crème de Pêche Liqueur
French Liqueur
Fresh peach aromas open with the scent of ripe, just-picked fruit. The palate is lively and generously fruity, moving between juicy peach and a softer stewed-fruit richness while retaining enough brightness to stay composed. A smooth, rounded texture carries the fruit through a clean and fragrant finish. Pour over ice, lengthen with sparkling wine, or use in a Bellini and other cocktails that benefit from a clear, natural peach character.
El Tequileño Blanco Tequila
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Cooked agave leads with a mellow sweetness, followed by fresh citrus, cracked black pepper and a light herbal note of mint and anise. Brief resting in American oak softens the edges without turning the spirit woody, preserving the clear, lively character of the agave. The palate is smooth and balanced, with gentle spice carrying into a clean, composed finish. Serve neat, over a large cube, or in a Margarita where its agave-led profile can remain distinct.
Odd Society Powell Brewery Bourbon-Style Corn Whisky Collaboration 375 mL
Canadian Whisky
A corn-led mash gives a rich, rounded sweetness, with rye adding gentle spice and malted barley lending depth. Overnight souring at the brewery brings definition to the grain, while three years in new American white oak build vanilla, caramel and firm oak structure. The palate is smooth and generous, retaining clear corn character beneath the wood. A warm, bourbon-inspired finish carries sweet grain and spice. Serve neat or with a few drops of water.
Tanqueray No. Ten Gin
Scottish Gin
Whole citrus fruit gives a bright, precise profile led by tangy grapefruit, with lemon and orange adding lift around classic juniper. Chamomile brings a delicate floral note that softens the edges without muting the gin's dry structure. The palate is smooth and balanced, moving cleanly from citrus zest into juniper and a lightly perfumed finish. Serve in a Martini with a grapefruit twist, or pair with a restrained tonic that lets the fresh citrus remain central.
Pickering’s Sloe Gin 500 mL
Scottish Gin
Ripe sloe fruit gives a dark berry core, shaped by tart cherry and a bright thread of lemon. Almond and gentle winter spice bring a Cherry Bakewell character, while creamy vanilla softens the middle and a restrained juniper dryness keeps the finish composed. The result is rich and warming without becoming syrupy, with fruit, citrus and spice held in balance. Serve over ice, lengthen with ginger ale, or add to sparkling wine for a vivid aperitif.
Dillon’s Rye Vodka
Canadian Vodka
Ontario rye gives this vodka a clean grain character and a little more presence than a completely neutral style. Distillation through oak smooths the edges, leaving a refined, composed palate with subtle rye warmth and a clear finish. The texture is rounded without feeling heavy, making it versatile enough for simple serves while retaining character in mixed drinks. Serve well chilled, lengthen with soda and citrus, or use in a Martini where its grain-led structure can remain apparent.
Wray & Nephew White Overproof Rum
Jamaican Rum
Dry grass and fresh cane set a vivid opening, followed by ripe banana, coconut and vanilla. Molasses adds dark sweetness beneath the fruit, while touches of pineapple, pear and citrus keep the palate energetic. Full-bodied and assertive, the rum carries its flavour clearly through mixed drinks without losing balance. The finish is long and smooth, leaving sweet fruit, honeyed cane and a final grassy note. Use with restraint in a rum punch, highball or other tropical cocktail.
Odd Society Scottish Peat & Smoke Canadian Whisky 375 mL
Canadian Whisky
Earthy hay and dried grass introduce a savoury, gently phenolic style, with briny salinity giving the nose a distinctly coastal edge. Honey and butterscotch soften the palate, joined by a rich, viscous texture and subtle nutty depth. The peated malt remains measured rather than aggressive, building toward light woodfire smoke and a lingering sweet-savoury finish. Serve neat to keep the contrasts clear, or add a few drops of water to open the honeyed side.
Lemon Hart & Son Original 1804 Demerara Rum
Guyanese Rum
A full-bodied Demerara style opens with caramel and dark brown sugar, followed by island spice and a deeper molasses-like richness. Bourbon-barrel ageing brings the palate together, adding rounded oak beneath the sweet, dark-fruited core. The texture is velvety and composed, with enough weight to remain expressive when mixed. A smooth, gently sweet finish carries caramel and spice. Serve over ice, pair with cola, or use in classic tropical cocktails that benefit from a pronounced rum character.
Tullamore D.E.W. XO Caribbean Rum Cask Finish Irish Whiskey
Irish Whiskey
A smooth, fruity triple blend gains a tropical accent from finishing in first-fill Demerara rum casks. Caramel and ripe banana lead the palate, followed by dates and raisins that add darker sweetness and gentle depth. The rum-seasoned wood rounds the whiskey's grain and fruit character without obscuring its Irish style, leaving a soft, warming finish with lingering tropical fruit. Serve neat, over ice, or in a Daiquiri-style cocktail where the cask influence can come forward.
Luxardo Maraschino Originale Liqueur
Italian Liqueur
Marasca cherry distillate gives a clear, concentrated aroma framed by roasted nuttiness. The palate is smooth yet sharply defined, moving through dark chocolate and vanilla before a bright note of orange marmalade lifts the finish. Long infusion with cherries, leaves and branches, followed by copper-pot distillation and maturation in ash-wood vats, creates a layered balance of fruit, spirit and subtle wood. Serve neat after dinner, add to classic cocktails, or use sparingly with fresh fruit and desserts.
Giffard Ginger of the Indies Liqueur
French Liqueur
Fresh ginger leads with an immediate peppery warmth, balanced by orange blossom and a light vanilla softness. Coriander adds an aromatic, gently savoury edge, while lime cordial keeps the palate bright and lively. Sweetness arrives first, then gives way to a clean surge of ginger spice that builds without becoming heavy. The finish is floral, citrus-edged and warming. Serve over ice, lengthen with soda, or use to add focused ginger heat and lift to a Daiquiri or highball.