Selection
Selection
Esquimalt Bitter Red Americano
Canadian Fortified
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.
Esquimalt Bitter Orange Apéritif
Canadian Fortified
Orange blossom leads with a bright, fragrant lift, followed by vanilla, almond and a firm line of herbaceous bitterness. Cinnamon and clove add gentle warmth, while the mead base brings a rounded texture without making the palate heavy. The finish is citrus-led, bittersweet and quietly spiced. Serve chilled over ice, lengthen with sparkling water, or use it to bring polished orange-and-botanical depth to gin, rum or whisky cocktails.
Erdinger Weissbier Tall Can
German Beer
Fresh malt and yeast aromas lead, with delicate flowers and ripe fruit adding lift. The palate is gently spicy and lightly sweet, balancing soft wheat richness with mild hop bitterness and a lively, refreshing acidity. Fine yeast clouding gives the beer a full, rounded texture, while bright carbonation keeps it energetic. The finish is clean, subtly hoppy and persistent. Serve well chilled in a wheat-beer glass to let the aromatic foam develop.
El Jolgorio Todos Santos Arroqueño Mezcal
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Grapefruit opens the aroma with a vivid citrus lift, followed by eucalyptus and delicate floral notes. The palate is concentrated yet finely drawn, moving from juicy citrus into cool herbs, earthy agave and a controlled ribbon of smoke. A firm mineral structure keeps the profile dry and precise, while the finish lingers with floral smoke and fresh grapefruit peel. Serve neat in a copita and give it a few minutes to open.
El Jolgorio Sierrudo Mezcal
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Cooked agave and fresh grass lead the aroma, with dark cacao, lime peel and a fine thread of white smoke adding depth. The palate is savoury and composed, bringing white pepper and cardamom into an earthy mineral frame. Bright citrus keeps the richness in balance, while measured smoke and gentle spice carry through a long, dry finish. Serve neat in a copita and allow the aromatics time to unfold.
El Jolgorio Coyote Ancestral Mezcal
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Roasted agave and warm clay lead the aroma, followed by fresh lime, salt, pepper and a restrained leather note. The palate is earthy and precise, combining bright citrus with savoury mineral depth and measured smoke. Richness builds without obscuring the agave, and the finish remains dry, structured and persistent. Serve neat in a copita and allow a few minutes for the aromatics to open.
E.Bittermann West Coast Tonic Water
Canadian Non-Alcoholic
White pine and spruce buds bring a fresh forest character, while kelp adds a subtle coastal, saline edge. Natural quinine provides firm but controlled bitterness, keeping the palate crisp and clean rather than heavy. The finish is brisk, botanical and lightly savoury. Serve well chilled over ice with gin or vodka, or use to lengthen citrus-led and alcohol-free aperitif drinks.
E.Bittermann Original Tonic Water
Canadian Non-Alcoholic
White pine and spruce buds give the tonic a light forest aroma, with natural quinine adding a clean, measured bitterness. The palate is crisp and full-flavoured, keeping sweetness restrained so the botanical detail remains clear. Serve thoroughly chilled over ice with citrus, pair with gin or vodka, or use to lengthen alcohol-free aperitifs and other simple highballs without overwhelming their base flavours.
Dolin Dry Vermouth de Chambéry
French Fortified
Citrus peel opens a generous, aromatic nose, layered with fresh menthol, balsamic herbs, rose and alpine botanicals. Almond and a cool stone-like note add depth to the lightly bitter citrus base. The palate is lively and fine, finishing dry with quiet sweetness held firmly in check. Serve chilled as an aperitif, over ice with lemon, or in a dry Martini and other classic vermouth-led cocktails.
Dolin Bitter de Chambéry
French Liqueur
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.
Disaronno Originale Amaretto 375 mL
Italian Liqueur
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.
Dickie’s Ginger Original Ginger Beer
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Ready-To-Drink
Cold-pressed ginger brings a vivid, clean heat from the first sip, balanced by fresh lemon and restrained cane-sugar sweetness. The palate is bright, crisp and refreshing, with enough ginger bite to remain clear when mixed without becoming harsh. Serve thoroughly chilled on its own, over ice with citrus, or use as a lively base for highballs, alcohol-free cocktails and classic ginger drinks.
Delinquente Bizzarro Bitter Aperitivo
Australian Fortified
Bright orange and lemon peel lead with an aromatic citrus lift. Rhubarb and gentian root bring a clean, earthy bitterness, while the skin-contact white-wine base adds texture and a gently savoury edge. Sweetness and bitterness remain evenly balanced through the finish. Serve over ice with soda, build into a spritz with sparkling wine, or use in citrus-led aperitivo cocktails.
Daura Damm Crafted to Remove Gluten Lager – Single
Spanish Beer
Light-bodied and clean, with fresh cereal malt, citrus and a measured hop character. Fine carbonation keeps the palate lively, while toasted grain adds gentle depth beneath the brighter fruit. The bitterness stays moderate and the finish is crisp rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with grilled seafood, roast chicken, tapas, salty snacks or simply seasoned vegetable dishes.
Dassai Mirai Future with Farmers Sake
Japanese Sake
Vivid aromas of cantaloupe, white peach, green grape, pear and apricot rise from the glass, with softer notes of strawberry and rice beneath. The palate is velvety and layered, carrying ripe orchard and tropical fruit through a smooth, gently rounded texture. Lychee, stewed apple and a quiet mochi-like note shape the finish. Serve well chilled with sashimi, shellfish or delicate vegetable dishes.
Cynar Artichoke Aperitif 1 L
Italian Liqueur
Aromatic herbs and a dark vegetal note lead into a rounded bittersweet palate. Artichoke brings earthy depth rather than a literal vegetable flavour, while caramel adds softness around the firmer herbal bitterness. The finish is woody, gently spicy and persistent. Serve over ice with orange, lengthen with soda or tonic, or use it to bring deeper savoury character to an aperitivo cocktail.
Creek & Gully Reserve Traditional Method Pear Cider
Canadian Cider
Fragrant pear and delicate floral notes open over a fine, persistent mousse. The palate is full and softly textured, bringing together Bartlett and Anjou pear with a hint of sweetness and gentle tannin. Rich in feel but still fresh, it closes with rounded orchard fruit and restrained grip. Serve chilled with soft cheese, roast poultry, pork, savoury pastries or pear-based desserts.
Creek & Gully Apricot Cider Can
Canadian Cider
Juicy apricot fruit leads with floral lift and a concentrated note reminiscent of dried apricot. The apple-cider base keeps the palate grounded, while the stone fruit brings ripe fragrance and a gently savoury depth. Natural carbonation adds freshness and prevents the fruit from feeling heavy. Serve well chilled with grilled chicken, roast pork, firm cheese, spiced vegetables or apricot-glazed dishes.
Creek & Gully 2023 Crabby Pear Cider 750 mL
Canadian Cider
Fragrant Bartlett pear opens the aroma, followed by the firmer character of Hyslop crabapple. The palate balances ripe pear sweetness with bright acidity and a clear tannic frame, giving the fruit both lift and structure. Bottle fermentation adds gentle sparkle and keeps the finish lively rather than heavy. Serve chilled with roast poultry, pork, washed-rind cheese, savoury pastries or pear-led dishes.
Creek & Gully 2022 Just Crab Cider
Canadian Cider
Crisp crabapple fruit arrives with an earthy, savoury edge and a firm tannic grip. Hyslop and Dolgo crabapples give the palate sharp definition, combining lively acidity with structure more commonly associated with table wine. The finish is dry, focused and persistent rather than soft or sweet. Serve chilled with roast pork, charcuterie, aged cheddar, mushroom dishes or other earthy, savoury fare.
Creek & Gully 2020 Pink Lady Pet-Nat Cider
Canadian Cider
A flinty aroma leads into bright apple fruit with a lively sweet-tart character. The palate is refreshing and focused, combining crisp acidity with a lightly candy-like note that recalls tart fruit sweets without becoming heavy. The clean orchard profile carries through a brisk finish. Serve chilled on its own, or pair with fresh cheese, roast pork, salty snacks and gently spiced vegetable dishes.
Creek & Gully 2020 Fortuna Pet-Nat Cider
Canadian Cider
A layered orchard-fruit profile opens with fresh apple before turning herbal and quietly savoury. Red Delicious, Spartan, Braeburn and Salish apples give the palate breadth, with a richer middle balanced by natural freshness. The finish is composed and dry-leaning, carrying gentle botanical detail rather than overt sweetness. Serve chilled with roast chicken, pork, aged cheddar, mushroom dishes or herb-led vegetable plates.
Creek & Gully Rhubarb Cider Can 355 mL
Canadian Cider
Restrained rhubarb fruit leads a dry, tart palate with a gently astringent edge. The body has enough weight to carry the acidity, while light carbonation keeps the finish fresh and focused. Its fruit character is subtle rather than sweet, giving the cider a clean, savoury shape. Serve well chilled with roast pork, charcuterie, sharp cheddar, fried foods or a simple rhubarb tart.
Cragganmore 12 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Sweet floral aromas open with riverside herbs, honey and vanilla. The palate is firm and rounded, led by malt with sandalwood and a measured thread of sweet smoke. Rich and complex without excessive weight, it gathers gentle sweetness as it develops. The finish is long, malt-driven and lightly smoky. Serve neat, over ice or with a small splash of water to open the aromatics.
Corona Extra Lager Tall Can 473 mL
Canadian Beer
Light-bodied and crisp, with gentle cereal malt and a fresh grassy hop note. The palate stays clean and direct, carrying mild bitterness through a tidy, refreshing finish. A squeeze of lime adds a brighter citrus edge without overwhelming the beer's restrained profile. Serve very cold with tacos, grilled prawns, ceviche, salty snacks or uncomplicated barbecue fare.
Copperpenny Provence Cocktail Syrup 200 mL
Canadian Non-Alcoholic
Ripe grapefruit brings bright citrus and a gentle bittersweet edge, while lavender adds a clean floral lift. The syrup is aromatic and concentrated, with enough sweetness to round the fruit without hiding its freshness. Use a measured pour with gin, vodka, sparkling water or tonic, and adjust to taste. Pink peppercorn, fresh citrus and delicate herbal garnishes make natural companions in a long, chilled drink.
Cinzano Extra Dry Vermouth 1 L
Italian Fortified
Fresh mint, sage and oregano shape the aroma, with a subtle thread of spice beneath. The palate is crisp and wine-led, balancing herbal freshness with a restrained bitterness that gives the finish definition. Clean and composed rather than sweet or heavy, it works well chilled as an aperitif, over ice with a twist, or in classic dry cocktails where its herbal detail can remain clear.
Christian Drouin Blanche de Normandie Apple Brandy
French Brandy
Fresh apple and pear aromas open with a clear orchard-fruit character. The palate is crisp and expressive, moving from ripe fruit toward apple peel, gentle spice and a lightly warming finish. Its clean, unaged style keeps the fruit vivid and direct rather than oak-driven. Serve lightly chilled as a digestif, or use it in cocktails where fresh apple flavour and aromatic lift are welcome.
Cheap Thrills Black Cherry Hard Soda Tall Can
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Juicy black cherry leads with a bright, familiar fruit character and a smooth, lightly sweet palate. A gentle tart edge keeps the cherry lively, while the soda-like texture makes the finish clean and easy-going rather than heavy. Serve thoroughly chilled, either straight from the can or over ice with a squeeze of lemon. A straightforward match for burgers, barbecue, pizza or salty snacks.
Chartreuse Yellow
French Liqueur
Fresh herbal aromas lead with citrus, anise and warm turmeric-like spice. The palate is soft and rounded, balancing measured sweetness with floral notes and a gently bitter botanical edge. It is aromatic and layered without the force of a more intensely vegetal herbal liqueur, allowing the citrus and spice to remain clear through the finish. Serve well chilled, over ice or in a restrained spirit-forward cocktail.