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Peller Family NV Cabernet Merlot 200 mL
Canadian Red
Ripe blackberry, dark cherry and plum give this medium-bodied red a generous fruit core, with a mild peppery spice adding definition. The palate is smooth and approachable, carried by soft tannins and a clean, dry finish. The compact single-serving bottle works well with pasta in tomato sauce, grilled meats, hearty stews or a simple weeknight supper.
Therianthropy 2022 Le Maillot Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc
Canadian Red
Bright raspberry, tart cherry and crunchy pomegranate lead a light, silky red, with anise, fennel, thyme and earthy herbs bringing savoury definition. Whole-cluster carbonic fermentation emphasizes lift and immediacy, while juicy acidity keeps the fruit vivid. Fine texture carries the palate into a fresh, energetic finish that benefits from a slight chill.
Tawse 2020 Piquette 250 mL
Canadian Rosé
Crushed red berries, pomegranate, ruby grapefruit and cranberry shape this bright, lightly effervescent piquette. Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon pomace provides the fruit base, while gin botanicals add a subtle juniper and herbal edge. The palate is dry, light and refreshing, finishing with a delicate saline note. Serve very cold with picnic fare, charcuterie, fresh cheese or grilled vegetables.
Rickard’s Red Ale 473 mL
Canadian Beer
Ruby red in the glass with a creamy head, this medium-bodied ale combines caramelized and roasted malt aromas with subtle fruity notes from the yeast. Sweet caramel malt is balanced by a light hoppy bitterness, giving a full, smooth and refreshing palate. The finish keeps a clean mix of sweetness and bitterness. Serve chilled with grilled beef, barbecue ribs, lamb or nutty cheese.
Henry of Pelham 2024 Baco Noir
Canadian Red
Dried cherry, prune and Concord grape appear with molasses, liquorice, dried flowers, vanilla and coffee. The palate has good depth of dark fruit, supple weight and integrated tannins, with coffee on the finish. Made from Baco Noir in the Niagara Peninsula, this Ontario red draws on a winter-hardy, dark-skinned hybrid variety. The family farm dates to the nineteenth century, and the winery is among the region's pioneers.
Proxies Pétanque Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine Alternative
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Wine
Yuzu zest, wild sage, gentian root, honeysuckle, Granny Smith apple, juniper, rosemary salt and white-tea tannins sit with Riesling juice. Juices, vinegars, spices, herbs, bitters, tea and other botanicals form this non-alcoholic sparkling wine alternative. Made in Guelph, Ontario, it is composed in the image of wine without trying to be wine. Serve alongside seafood.
Proxies Blanc Slate Non-Alcoholic Wine Alternative
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Wine
Kiwi, white peony, apricot, lemongrass, limeade and galangal sit with white grapefruit and habanero. Sauvignon Blanc juice provides the grape base, while juices, vinegars, spices, herbs, bitters, tea and other botanicals shape this non-alcoholic wine alternative. Made in Guelph, Ontario, it is light-bodied and dry, with zesty citrus, stone fruit and a hint of chilli on the finish.
Proxies Red Clay Non-Alcoholic Wine Alternative
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Wine
Burdock root, Citra hops, black cherry jam, fermented ginger, malty black tea and sea salt form the profile, with an earthy Pinot Noir character. Juices, vinegars, spices, herbs, bitters, tea and other botanicals are blended into this non-alcoholic wine alternative. Made in Guelph, Ontario, it has a medium body with tart brightness and tannic grip and pairs with burgers.
Tantalus 2024 Riesling
Canadian White
Mandarin, apple, pink grapefruit, citrus pith and wet stone are present. Riesling comes from Grimsby Hillside and Picone Vineyard in Ontario, where both sites are planted to clone 21B. Whole-bunch-pressed juice settled for two days, was refrigerated, and travelled to British Columbia. The final blend contains just under fifteen grams per litre of residual sugar and has tension.
Redstone Winery 2019 Limestone Vineyard Chardonnay
Canadian White
Bright straw in colour, the wine shows toast, spice, apple, peach and lemon with a thread of minerality. It is medium-bodied and dry, with integrated oak and good length. Chardonnay comes from Limestone Vineyard in the Twenty Mile Bench. The wine carries thirteen percent alcohol, one gram per litre of residual sugar and was produced in a one-hundred-case lot.
Scout Vineyard 2024 Picone Vineyard Riesling
Canadian White
Riesling comes from Picone Vineyard atop the Niagara Escarpment in Ontario's Vinemount Ridge. Oneida clay and clay loam sit over dolomitic and argillaceous limestone. The juice cold settled during transport, then fermented naturally in old neutral barrels and aged in neutral barrel. Orchard fruit includes apple, pear and peach, with spice and a leaner texture. Bottling was unfined and unfiltered, with 12.7% alcohol.
Therianthropy 2024 Endless Rosé
Canadian Rosé
Merlot accounts for fifty-four percent of the blend, with thirty-seven percent Pinot Gris and nine percent Muscat. The Merlot receives nine days of carbonic maceration, while Pinot Gris and Muscat are co-fermented whole-cluster for two weeks. After seven months in stainless steel, the wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered. Production totals ninety-five cases, and alcohol is 12.2 percent.
Revel The Spot You Told Me About Sweet Vermouth
Canadian Fortified
Roses, cherries and apple blossom lead a fragrant, rosé-coloured aperitif. The palate combines ripe red fruit with crabapple brightness, while blue spruce, white pine and willow bark add cool forest character and gentle bitterness. Yarrow brings a sweet citrus note, balanced by a fine astringency that keeps the sweetness composed. The finish is floral, fresh and quietly savoury. Serve chilled on its own, over a large cube, or use it as the aromatic centre of a wet Martini.
Wild Lot Espresso Martini
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Cold-brew espresso leads with a deep roasted aroma and a clean, concentrated coffee profile. Vodka provides structure, while espresso liqueur rounds the palate and amber maple syrup adds a measured richness without obscuring the roast. The finish is smooth, bittersweet and gently maple-toned. Shake well with ice and strain into a chilled coupe, or serve thoroughly chilled; a small dash of cream can soften the edges for a more dessert-like style.
Dillon’s Cold Brew Espresso Martini 222 mL
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Cold-brew coffee gives the aroma a deep roasted character, with dark cocoa and caramel-like notes emerging as it opens. Vodka keeps the palate clean, while coffee liqueur adds richness and a measured sweetness. The texture is smooth and full without feeling syrupy, finishing on lingering espresso and gentle bitterness. Chill thoroughly, shake well, and pour into a coupe or small cocktail glass for a fuller texture.
Snapple Spiked Peach Tea Vodka Single Can
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Black tea leaves and ripe peach lead a familiar, inviting aroma, with a quiet earthy note adding depth. The palate is lightly sweet and smooth, carrying juicy peach flavour over a clean tea base with gentle vodka warmth. Subtle tannin keeps the fruit in balance and gives the finish a refreshing, lightly dry edge. Serve well chilled over ice or straight from the can with barbecue, spicy snacks, or picnic fare.
Miller High Life Lager Single Can
Canadian Beer
Citrus, malt and cereal grain lead a clean, lightly aromatic nose, with a subtle toasted-nut note adding depth. The palate is pale, light-bodied and easy-drinking, bringing gentle fig and red-apple flavours over a crisp grain core. Soft malt sweetness is balanced by restrained hop bitterness. The finish is brisk, dry and refreshingly clean. Serve well chilled with fried fish or spicy tacos.
Sandbagger Transfusion Vodka Cocktail 355 mL
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Concord grape gives this vodka cocktail a vivid, fruit-forward opening, sharpened by the crisp spice of ginger ale. The palate is balanced and refreshing rather than heavy, with fine carbonation carrying the grape and ginger into a clean finish. Serve thoroughly chilled or over ice with a lime wedge. It suits barbecue, burgers, spicy chicken wings or salty snacks, where the bright fruit and ginger can offer an easy counterpoint.
Georgian Bay Raspberry Rhubarb Vodka Smash
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Fresh raspberry brings bright, ripe fruit, while rhubarb adds a tart edge that keeps the palate focused. Lemon lifts the middle, and a smooth Canadian vodka base gives the cocktail a clean, unobtrusive frame. Delicate carbonation carries the fruit into a slightly dry, crisp finish. Serve thoroughly chilled or over ice with a lemon wheel; it pairs neatly with goat cheese, grilled chicken, fish tacos or a summer salad dressed with sharp vinaigrette.
Partake Brewing Oktoberfest Non-Alcoholic Beer
Canadian Non-Alcoholic Beer
A rich amber pour introduces toasted malt and a gently semi-sweet centre, with German hops bringing enough lift to keep the profile composed. The texture is smooth and easy-drinking, and the finish is clean, lightly toasty and refreshing. Serve well chilled with bratwurst, roast chicken, pretzels, mustard or nutty alpine cheese. The balanced malt character makes it especially comfortable at the table without requiring a heavy dish.
Nickel Brook Peach Uber Berliner Weisse
Canadian Beer
Ripe peach is the clear centre of the palate, carried by a tart Berliner Weisse base with bright lemon-zest lift and lively effervescence. The fruit feels fresh and expressive, while the sourness remains focused rather than severe. A crisp, gently tangy finish makes this especially refreshing. Serve well chilled with soft goat cheese, grilled sausages, fish tacos or a summer salad built around tomatoes and herbs.
Nickel Brook Dark Knight Imperial Stout
Canadian Beer
Roasted malt leads with deep notes of dark chocolate and coffee, followed by a darker fruit tone that adds breadth without softening the beer's structure. The palate is full-bodied and smooth, with measured bitterness bringing balance to the rich malt profile. A long, warming finish suits slow sipping. Serve cool rather than ice-cold with braised beef, smoked brisket, blue cheese or a restrained dark-chocolate dessert.
Founder’s Original Sicilian Lemon Vodka Fizz 473 mL
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Tart lemon and crisp effervescence lead this bright vodka fizz, with Mediterranean bitters adding an elegant herbal edge. Real citrus juice and a measured touch of cane sugar keep the palate refreshing and balanced rather than sharp. Serve thoroughly chilled or over ice with lemon peel; it is an easy aperitif and a lively match for fried seafood, grilled prawns, olives or salty snacks.
Crafty Elk Cranberry, Blueberry & Acai Vodka Cocktail 4-Pack
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Crisp and berry-led, this organic vodka cocktail balances tart cranberry with smooth blueberry and the tropical depth of acai. Prickly pear, turmeric and ginger add quiet complexity, while light carbonation keeps the palate bright and easy. Serve thoroughly chilled or pour over ice with a squeeze of lime; its refreshing fruit profile suits salty snacks, soft cheeses, grilled chicken or a simple summer spread.
Waterloo Brewing Laker Lager – Tall Can
Canadian Beer
Golden and crisp, this classic Canadian-style lager offers a straightforward, easy-drinking profile. Barley malt brings light grain and gentle bread notes, with restrained hops adding enough bitterness to keep the finish clean and refreshing. The palate remains light and balanced, favouring clarity and refreshment over weight. Serve cold with burgers, grilled chicken, sausages, fish and chips, pizza, mild cheeses or salted nuts.
Steam Whistle Premium Pilsner 473 mL
Canadian Beer
Golden and finely balanced, this classic Czech-style pilsner brings clean malt character together with the gently spicy, floral lift of Saaz hops. Crisp bitterness gives the palate definition and carries into a dry, refreshing finish. Its focused balance makes it equally suited to the table or a simple cold pour. Serve with schnitzel, grilled sausages, roast chicken, fish and chips, mild cheeses, pretzels or other salty snacks.
Beau’s All Natural Brewing Company Full Time IPA
Canadian Beer
Aromatic and firmly hop-led, this West Coast-style IPA opens with tropical fruit, citrus and pine. The medium-bodied palate is creamy in texture, with pronounced fruit and citrus carried by a measured layer of sweet malt. Moderate bitterness gives shape to the finish without disrupting its balance. Serve cool with burgers, grilled chicken, fish tacos, sharp cheddar or spicy fried dishes.
Refined Fool Van Full of Weirdos Juicy IPA
Canadian Beer
Simcoe hops give this juicy IPA bright tropical aromas and clear peach and citrus flavours. The fruit-forward palate remains lively and direct, with enough hop bitterness to keep the texture balanced through a fresh, aromatic finish. Its structure is expressive without becoming heavy. Serve cold with fried chicken, grilled burgers, fish tacos, spicy noodles, sharp cheddar or a richly topped pizza.
Bellwoods Brewery Jelly King Strawberry & Rhubarb Dry-Hopped Sour Ale 500 mL
Canadian Beer
Juicy strawberry and tart rhubarb bring vivid fruit to a dry-hopped sour ale shaped by Citra, Amarillo and Cascade. Lactic acidity keeps the palate clean and lively, while the hops add citrus lift rather than overt bitterness. The finish is dry, tangy and refreshing. Serve cool with goat cheese, fried chicken, grilled pork, fruit salads or berry desserts.
CoCo Vodka Original 473 mL
Canadian Ready-To-Drink
Real coconut water gives the palate a fresh, lightly tropical character, supported by a clean base of triple-distilled vodka. Sparkling water adds lift and keeps the texture crisp, while softly toasted coconut notes lend a rounded aromatic finish. Smooth and refreshing rather than heavy, it should be served thoroughly chilled. Pair with summer salads, grilled prawns, savoury skewers or lightly spiced dishes.