Ah, those grey, rainy, late winter days here on the West Coast! Are you thinking of Spain, and its sunny and warm climate... but getting there isn't in the budget? No worries, we may not be able to provide the sun, but we can bring a taste of Spain right to your door...
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Non-Alcoholic Trends
Why Non-Alcohol? In a very short period, the non-alcohol landscape has changed dramatically, one part driven by age and the other by culture. Older drinkers such as Baby Boomers or Gen X have reduced their consumption primarily due to age and health. Millennials...
Japanese Whisky
When you hear mention of Japanese spirits, what is the first thing that comes to mind? If you are like most people, the first thought is of Sake or maybe Beer. Japanese culture has a long history of creating alcoholic drinks from rice when the techniques appeared in...
Happy (Belated) National Tequila Day
We may have missed the real National Tequila Day (July 24th) but it doesn't mean we shouldn't find a way to celebrate tequila every day! Fun fact: Tequila is the fastest-growing spirit in North America. Not surprising given the promotion and celebrity tequila enjoys...
Aperol Spritz
Aperol Spritz This classic and refreshing cocktail celebrates spring. It's easy to make, easy to make and quaff, and its low ABV makes it no problem if you sneak in a second one on a warm afternoon. 2 oz Aperol3 oz Prosecco, your favourite1 oz Sparking water or...
Sauvignon Blanc Punch
Sauvignon Blanc Punch Is this low-ABV, easy patio sipper made with Aperol the perfect wine punch for a pleasant spring afternoon? This little number adapted from Liquor.com might just be! 1/2 oz Aperol3 oz Sauvignon Blanc **1/2 oz Grapefruit juice (Fresh squeezed is...
Navarrico
Navarrico Butano 4 oz fluffy orange juice from a high-speed juicer* (See notes below for alternate)1/4 oz Sambuca or Pastis** (or other Anise liqueur) (See notes)3/4 oz Sloe gin** (See notes)3/4 OZ Campari (or any Italian Bitter Liqueur)1/2 oz Apple cider...
Rebujito Sherry Cocktail
Rebujito This simple, refreshing little number blends dry sherry, lemon-lime soda and mint to create a lovely patio sipper. There are many recipes on the interne,t but the basic recipe is 1 part dry sherry to 2 parts soda. This can be made as a single cocktail or like...
Gone Fishing Sherry Cocktail
Gone Fishing Sherry Cocktail In North America, we tend to think of Sherry as a simple and sweet after-dinner sipper for Granny that comes in a dark green bottle. In Spain, Sherry is produced in a wide range of styles and flavour profiles, used in cocktails, served...
Orgeat
Orgeat Orgeat is an almond-based syrup that adds nutty, floral notes to cocktails and mocktails. Known for its use in Tiki cocktails, Orgeat gives a body and sweetness that adds a luxurious edge to cocktails. Liqueurs like Amaretto can be substituted to give the...
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A Taste of Spain – Wine Tour
Ah, those grey, rainy, late winter days here on the West Coast! Are you thinking of Spain, and its sunny and warm climate... but getting there isn't in the budget? No worries, we may not be able to provide the sun, but we can bring a taste of Spain right to your door...
Non-Alcoholic Trends
Why Non-Alcohol? In a very short period, the non-alcohol landscape has changed dramatically, one part driven by age and the other by culture. Older drinkers such as Baby Boomers or Gen X have reduced their consumption primarily due to age and health. Millennials...
Japanese Whisky
When you hear mention of Japanese spirits, what is the first thing that comes to mind? If you are like most people, the first thought is of Sake or maybe Beer. Japanese culture has a long history of creating alcoholic drinks from rice when the techniques appeared in...
Happy (Belated) National Tequila Day
We may have missed the real National Tequila Day (July 24th) but it doesn't mean we shouldn't find a way to celebrate tequila every day! Fun fact: Tequila is the fastest-growing spirit in North America. Not surprising given the promotion and celebrity tequila enjoys...
Aperol Spritz
Aperol Spritz This classic and refreshing cocktail celebrates spring. It's easy to make, easy to make and quaff, and its low ABV makes it no problem if you sneak in a second one on a warm afternoon. 2 oz Aperol3 oz Prosecco, your favourite1 oz Sparking water or...
Sauvignon Blanc Punch
Sauvignon Blanc Punch Is this low-ABV, easy patio sipper made with Aperol the perfect wine punch for a pleasant spring afternoon? This little number adapted from Liquor.com might just be! 1/2 oz Aperol3 oz Sauvignon Blanc **1/2 oz Grapefruit juice (Fresh squeezed is...
Navarrico
Navarrico Butano 4 oz fluffy orange juice from a high-speed juicer* (See notes below for alternate)1/4 oz Sambuca or Pastis** (or other Anise liqueur) (See notes)3/4 oz Sloe gin** (See notes)3/4 OZ Campari (or any Italian Bitter Liqueur)1/2 oz Apple cider...
Rebujito Sherry Cocktail
Rebujito This simple, refreshing little number blends dry sherry, lemon-lime soda and mint to create a lovely patio sipper. There are many recipes on the interne,t but the basic recipe is 1 part dry sherry to 2 parts soda. This can be made as a single cocktail or like...
Gone Fishing Sherry Cocktail
Gone Fishing Sherry Cocktail In North America, we tend to think of Sherry as a simple and sweet after-dinner sipper for Granny that comes in a dark green bottle. In Spain, Sherry is produced in a wide range of styles and flavour profiles, used in cocktails, served...
Orgeat
Orgeat Orgeat is an almond-based syrup that adds nutty, floral notes to cocktails and mocktails. Known for its use in Tiki cocktails, Orgeat gives a body and sweetness that adds a luxurious edge to cocktails. Liqueurs like Amaretto can be substituted to give the...