Selection
Selection
Spring Mill John Sleeman & Sons Rye Whisky
Canadian Whisky
Sweet vanilla and ripe pear open a smooth Canadian rye, followed by charred orange and freshly cracked black pepper. Maturation in a combination of used and new oak brings caramelized wood and gentle spice without overwhelming the fruit. The palate is approachable and lightly creamy, with pear sweetness gradually giving way to pepper, oak and a clean, warming finish. Serve neat, over a large cube or in a classic rye Old Fashioned where the vanilla and spice can remain in balance.
Mad Laboratory x Vij’s Lantern Gin
Canadian Gin
Juniper and bright citrus provide a familiar gin frame, while cardamom, fennel and prominent orange bring a warmer, savoury direction. Created with Vij's, the botanical profile draws on the spice language of modern Indian cooking without losing the clarity needed in a mixed drink. Subtle floral notes soften the centre, then citrus and spice return on a crisp, controlled finish. Pair with tonic and orange peel, use in a savoury Martini or serve alongside richly seasoned food where the gin's warmth can hold its own.
Strega Alberti Amaro
Italian Liqueur
Bitter orange opens a velvety, aromatic amaro, followed by cinchona, gentian and rhubarb. Pine, eucalyptus and citrus sharpen the herbal centre, while honey and caramel provide enough richness to keep the bitterness measured. The palate is complex but composed, moving between cooling herbs, gentle spice and dark sweetness before finishing clean and pleasantly bitter. Serve neat or over ice after dinner, lengthen with soda and orange, or use as the bittersweet herbal element in a stirred cocktail.
Dorothy Parker American Gin
American Gin
Juniper anchors a bright, contemporary profile, layered with elderberry, citrus, cinnamon and hibiscus. Rose and lavender add a fragrant lift without taking over, while lime and coriander keep the palate fresh and dry. The texture is smooth and lightly rounded, balancing berry sweetness and floral detail against a firm botanical backbone. The finish is clean, citrus-led and gently spiced. Serve with tonic and lemon, in a Bee's Knees or in a softer Martini where the floral notes can remain clear.
Odd Society London Dry Wallflower Gin
Canadian Gin
Juniper leads with a firm, dry line, supported by bitter orange and the softer floral lift of rose and elderflower. A barley-based spirit gives the palate a rounded foundation, while rosehip, Saskatoon berry and coastal botanicals add restrained fruit and aromatic detail. The style is crisp and structured rather than perfumed, with pine, citrus and gentle flowers carrying into a clean finish. Serve with a light tonic and orange peel, or use in a dry Martini where the juniper remains central.
Traveller Whiskey Blend No. 40
American Whiskey
Vanilla, aged fruit and buttery shortbread open a smooth, inviting profile, rounded by caramel and a light touch of oak. The palate carries restrained sweetness before moving into baking spice, toasted nuts and firmer wood notes. The texture is polished and easygoing, while the finish gains enough weight and spice to avoid feeling slight. Selected from an extensive series of trial blends at Buffalo Trace Distillery, it works neat, over ice or in a whiskey-forward cocktail such as an Old Fashioned.
Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin Year of the Dragon Edition
Irish Gin
Bright citrus and gunpowder tea lead a fresh, rounded gin, with juniper and warm spice building through the palate. Grapefruit, lemon and kaffir lime add lift, while cardamom and the savoury depth of green tea keep the profile composed rather than overtly floral. The finish is clean, gently peppery and persistent. The limited ceramic presentation celebrates the Year of the Dragon, while the spirit retains the familiar Drumshanbo balance. Serve with tonic and grapefruit, or in a crisp Martini.
Planteray Stiggins’ Fancy Pineapple Rum
Rum
Ripe pineapple and citrus peel lead a rich, aromatic profile, layered with vanilla, clove and warm baking spice. Victoria pineapple rind is infused and redistilled with white rum, while the fruit is separately macerated in dark rum before the components are blended. The result is concentrated but not confectionary, with grilled pineapple, caramelized sugar, oak and pepper giving the palate depth. The finish is long, spicy and tropical. Use in a Daiquiri, Mai Tai or a restrained rum Old Fashioned.
Tofino Distillery Psychedelic Jellyfish Absinthe
Canadian Other Spirits
Anise leads with a bold, sweet herbal character, supported by fennel, wormwood, hyssop and lemon balm. Certified-organic botanicals give the palate a broad, aromatic shape, with cooling licorice, fresh herbs and a soft floral edge carrying into a persistent finish. The texture is generous and designed to open with dilution. For a traditional serve, add chilled water slowly over a sugar cube and allow the spirit to louche; it also brings concentrated botanical depth to absinthe-led cocktails.
Maison Gautier VSOP Cognac
French Cognac
Honey, fig and vanilla lead a rounded, generous profile, with candied fruit and floral notes adding lift. A blend of eaux-de-vie from Petite Champagne, Fins Bois and Bons Bois brings measured oak and spice beneath the fruit, giving the palate richness without excessive weight. The texture is supple and harmonious, moving from ripe sweetness into a long, structured finish of spice and wood. Serve neat in a tulip-shaped glass, or with a single large cube after dinner.
Fandango Mezcal Joven
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Roasted Espadín agave gives a smoky, vegetal core, balanced by ripe fruit and the earthy depth of traditional mezcal production. The smoke is pronounced but measured, wrapping around cooked agave rather than masking it. Double distillation keeps the palate focused, with savoury roast, gentle sweetness and a clean, persistent finish. Made in Oaxaca, it works equally well as a neat pour or as the smoky base of a Margarita, Paloma or other citrus-led cocktail.
Odd Society Trí Stil Irish-Style Whiskey
Canadian Whisky
Soft caramel and crisp apple lead a smooth, fruit-forward profile, followed by warm spice and a silky, buttery finish. Malted barley and unmalted wheat are triple distilled, then matured for four years in barrels previously used for the distillery's Commodore and Prospector whiskies. The result is layered but easygoing, with gentle sweetness, fresh orchard fruit and enough spice to keep the palate lively. Serve neat, over a large cube or in a restrained Whiskey Sour.
Islay Mist 8 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Sea air, peat and light smoke open a distinctly coastal profile. The palate stays balanced and approachable, with wisps of peat around bright citrus fruit, cinnamon and heather honey. Smoke gives structure without dominating, allowing the sweeter fruit and spice to remain clear through the middle. The finish is long and gently saline, layering salt with lingering peat. This is an easy introduction to smoky Scotch while retaining enough island character for regular peat drinkers. Serve neat or with a small splash of water.
Bigallet China-China Liqueur
French Liqueur
Sweet and bitter orange peel form the centre of this dark, aromatic French liqueur. The peels are macerated and distilled before being layered with quinine, gentian and a measured blend of plants, seeds and spices. Caramel rounds the sharper citrus and herbal bitterness, adding depth without obscuring the orange. The palate is rich, bittersweet and gently spiced, with a long, warming finish. Serve neat after dinner, over ice or in cocktails that call for a deep orange-and-herb accent.
Macaloney’s Origins Tasting Selection
Canadian Whisky
A compact exploration of Vancouver Island distilling, moving through peated spirit, triple-distilled pot-still character and a range of wine, sherry and bourbon-cask influences. Across the selection, honeyed malt and orchard fruit meet gentle spice and polished oak, with smoke appearing as an accent rather than a constant. The contrasting styles make it easy to compare spirit character and cask impact side by side. Pour each sample neat and give it a few minutes in the glass before tasting.
Don Mateo Cupreata Mezcal Flask
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Roasted agave brings a smoky-sweet core, framed by herbaceous notes, wet earth and a distinctive mineral edge. Cupreata agave grown at altitude in Michoacán contributes a rugged, savoury profile, with pine, moss and red-clay tones adding detail around the smoke. The palate is firm and earthy rather than overtly sweet, carrying cooked agave and gentle heat into a long, mineral finish. Serve neat in a small glass and allow it a few minutes to open before sipping.
St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur
French Liqueur
Fresh elderflower gives an aromatic floral opening, followed by pear, citrus and honeysuckle. Lychee and guava add a soft tropical accent, while a clean white-fruit line keeps the sweetness poised rather than heavy. The texture is silky and generous, with enough citrus lift to carry the floral character through a long, fragrant finish. A small measure brings depth to sparkling wine, soda or a gin-based cocktail; it can also be served over ice with lemon for a simple, polished aperitif.
Mary-Le-Bone London Dry Gin
British Gin
Juniper provides a clear, dry backbone, lifted by grapefruit and the softer citrus character of lemon balm. Lime flower and chamomile add a delicate floral layer, while clove, liquorice and pink peppercorn bring measured warmth and spice. The botanical profile is detailed but composed, moving from fresh citrus and flowers into a savoury, gently peppery finish. Serve with a restrained tonic and grapefruit peel, or use in a crisp Martini where the juniper and floral notes can remain distinct.
Tumbleweed Spirits Anarchist Mtn Bourbon-Style Canadian Whisky
Canadian Whisky
A bourbon-style Canadian whisky built from locally grown Okanagan corn, rye and barley, with five years in barrel bringing the grain and oak into a measured balance. Distillation on the producer’s copper still keeps the profile focused, while the extended ageing gives the whisky enough depth for slow sipping. The result is rounded and warming, with gentle grain sweetness, dry spice and a clean oak-led finish. Enjoy neat, over ice or in an Old Fashioned.
Aluna Coconut Rum
Rum
Toasted coconut leads a fresh, layered aroma, with clean cane sweetness and soft vanilla underneath. A blend of Guatemalan and Caribbean rums is combined with sustainably sourced coconut water, creating a smooth mouthfeel and a drier balance than many coconut-led spirits. The palate moves from roasted coconut into gentle spice and light caramel, while coconut water keeps the texture lifted rather than syrupy. The finish is clean, lightly sweet and persistent. Serve over ice, with soda or in a Daiquiri where the toasted coconut can remain clear.
Tomatin Legacy Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Vanilla bean, white chocolate and cinnamon open a light, inviting Highland profile. Maturation in bourbon barrels and new oak casks brings gentle sweetness and soft structure without heavy wood influence. Fresh fruit emerges across the palate, joined by ginger, pineapple, lemon and a touch of grain and toast. The texture is round and balanced, with citrus keeping the sweeter notes lively. A clean, refreshing finish carries lemon, ginger and light vanilla. Enjoy neat, over a large cube or in a restrained highball with chilled soda.
Brandymel Arbutus & Honey Liqueur
Portuguese Liqueur
Golden honey leads an intense, aromatic nose, followed by linden blossom, chamomile and sweet mountain herbs. A traditional Algarve blend combines honey with medronho, the region’s arbutus-fruit brandy, creating a rich but balanced liqueur with a distinctly Portuguese character. The palate is silky and firm, carrying concentrated honey sweetness, gentle floral notes and a measured herbal warmth. Chamomile and soft spice linger through a smooth finish. Serve neat at cool room temperature, over ice or with a strip of lemon as an aperitif or digestif.
Kintyre Tarbert Legbiter Navy Strength Gin
Scottish Gin
Delicate floral notes open into warming spice and pine, with juniper providing a firm, dry backbone. Hibiscus and pink peppercorn bring lift and aromatic detail, while coriander, angelica, almond, liquorice, cassia and orris build a rounded botanical centre. Despite its navy-strength style, the palate is smooth and lightly sweet, moving through flowers and pine before spice takes the lead. The finish is dry, long and peppery without becoming harsh. Serve with a light tonic and pink peppercorns, or use in a concentrated Martini.
The Ardmore Legacy Lightly Peated Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Light peat smoke and earthy malt lead a savoury Highland profile, with honey, vanilla and fresh citrus adding balance. A combination of peated and unpeated malt keeps the smoke measured, allowing toasted oak, cereal and soft floral notes to remain clear. The palate is full but approachable, moving from barbecue char and grain into cinnamon, sweet honey and creamy vanilla. Citrus lifts the middle and carries into a long finish, where smoke and gentle spice linger. Enjoy neat or with a few drops of water.
Roku Sakura Bloom Edition Gin
Japanese Gin
Cherry blossom brings a delicate floral opening, joined by soft spring herbs and clean Japanese citrus. The profile is bright and composed rather than perfumed, with juniper holding the sakura character within a recognizably dry gin structure. Subtle sweetness rounds the middle, while fine spice and gentle bitterness keep the palate balanced. The texture is silky, carrying blossom and citrus into a long, fresh finish. Serve with soda or tonic and a thin citrus peel, or use in a Martini where the floral detail can remain clear.
Maison Brillet Belle de Brillet Pear & Cognac Liqueur
French Liqueur
Williams pear leads with clear, ripe fruit and a delicate floral lift, while Cognac adds warmth, depth and a gently structured centre. Pear eaux-de-vie, Cognac, water and vanilla sugar made with fresh Madagascar vanilla create a natural, full-bodied liqueur without added flavouring or caramel. The palate is sweet but balanced, combining juicy pear with light baking spice, vanilla and restrained oak. A smooth, aromatic finish leaves fresh pear and warm Cognac behind. Serve over ice, as a digestif or in a sparkling aperitif.
Pueblo Viejo Reposado Tequila
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Floral citrus blossom, caramel and butter shape an inviting nose, followed by ripe fruit and cooked agave. Made entirely from blue agave, the reposado style brings a straw-gold colour and a medium-full texture while preserving freshness. The palate returns to butter and ripe fruit, with pepper and cinnamon adding measured spice rather than aggressive heat. Caramelized agave gives the middle gentle sweetness and roundness. The finish is warm, fruity and lightly spiced. Enjoy neat, over a large cube or in a Margarita with fresh lime.
Tequila Lopez Reposado
Mexican Tequila & Mezcal
Cooked agave and bright citrus open a polished highland profile, followed by caramel, vanilla and toasted nuts. Blue Weber agave from the Lopez family’s El Sabino estate grows in iron-rich volcanic soil before the spirit rests for six months in American white oak. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth, bringing honeyed sweetness, cinnamon and clove around a firm agave centre. Buttery oak and a touch of wood add structure. A long, warming finish carries pepper and butterscotch. Sip neat or use in a Reposado Old Fashioned.
St. George Terroir Gin
American Gin
Douglas fir, California bay laurel and sage lead an intensely aromatic, woodland-driven profile, with juniper holding the botanicals together. Wok-roasted coriander brings earthy depth, while lemon and Seville orange provide a clean citrus lift. Angelica, orris root, cinnamon, cardamom and fennel add warmth and structure without obscuring the fresh forest character. The palate is crisp but layered, moving from evergreen and herbs into citrus and dry spice. Serve over ice, in a dry Martini or in a Collins with fresh herbs.
Salish Sea Spirits Coastal Gin
Canadian Gin
Bull kelp and oyster shell bring a distinctly coastal savoury edge, supported by clean juniper and a soft floral sweetness from a British Columbia honey base. Small-batch production and triple distillation create a silky, composed texture, allowing the maritime botanicals to remain clear without turning briny or heavy. The palate balances gentle salinity, herbal freshness and rounded honeyed depth. A crisp, coastal finish leaves subtle mineral and botanical notes behind. Serve over ice, with a dry tonic or in a Martini with a restrained amount of vermouth.