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A Taste Of Spain – Sherry

If you are a Millennial or Gen Z looking for a new experience in wine, you may be surprised to hear one of the most interesting and versatile types of wine is Sherry. In North America, sherry is...

A Taste of Spain – Food & Culture

Spain is one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world. It is the fourth-largest European country and the second-most mountainous country after Switzerland. It has numerous offshore...

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...

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...

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Latest Recipes

Apple Martini

Apple Martini This is a bit of a modern twist on the 80s classic Appletini, that candied apple-sweet cocktail we can leave in the past. This version takes advantage of apple-infused whiskey—try...

Apple Harvest Punch

Apple Harvest Punch An apple cocktail in a glass is fun, but a bowl of apple cocktail shared with friends is spectacular!  This cocktail tastes terrific, is fun to make, and can easily be adapted as...

Spiced Apple Spritz

Spiced Apple Spritz While I am normally not a fan of sweet, the use of a simple syrup based on Demerara sugar and fresh apple cider with fall spices is spectacular in this cocktail.  I love this...

Classic Bellini

Classic Bellini Summer is truly here when fresh local fruit appears for sale. With fresh peaches comes the opportunity to enjoy a perfect patio sipper, the Peach Bellini. The classic Bellini is...

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A Taste of Spain – Food & Culture

A Taste of Spain – Food & Culture

Spain is one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world. It is the fourth-largest European country and the second-most mountainous country after Switzerland. It has numerous offshore islands, each with its unique and memorable personality. It is...

A Taste of Spain – Wine Tour

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

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

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

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...

Apple Harvest Punch

Apple Harvest Punch

Apple Harvest Punch An apple cocktail in a glass is fun, but a bowl of apple cocktail shared with friends is spectacular!  This cocktail tastes terrific, is fun to make, and can easily be adapted as a non-alcoholic version.  A punch is a great way to share your...

Spiced Apple Spritz

Spiced Apple Spritz

Spiced Apple Spritz While I am normally not a fan of sweet, the use of a simple syrup based on Demerara sugar and fresh apple cider with fall spices is spectacular in this cocktail.  I love this time of year when fresh picked apples, and apple cider come available,...

Classic Bellini

Classic Bellini

Classic Bellini Summer is truly here when fresh local fruit appears for sale. With fresh peaches comes the opportunity to enjoy a perfect patio sipper, the Peach Bellini. The classic Bellini is simple; fresh peaches and sparkling wine.Champagne was used originally,...

Scotch Fruit Cocktail

Scotch Fruit Cocktail

Scotch Fruit Cocktail Enjoying a drink outside is a given as we move into long summer days. If you want an alternative to beer or white wine, try this flavourful cocktail based on blended scotch whisky, you will find it is as easy to enjoy as it is to make. This...

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail This simple, delicious low ABV cocktail is all the rage with Mellenials and Gen Z. Mix equal parts lemonade and Rose wine in a cocktail glass filled with ice, add elegance with a garnish of fresh lemon peel or a lemon wheel. The sweet...

Flor de Jerez

Flor de Jerez

Flor de Jerez This little gem mixes the sweet and the tart showcasing the rich flavour of Amontillado sherry and all of the joy sherry can add to the cocktail world. This recipie is from Death and Co with the image by Garnish Blog. 1/2 oz Appleton Estate Reserve Blend...

Check out more posts

A Taste of Spain – Food & Culture

A Taste of Spain – Food & Culture

Spain is one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world. It is the fourth-largest European country and the second-most mountainous country after Switzerland. It has numerous offshore islands, each with its unique and memorable personality. It is...

A Taste of Spain – Wine Tour

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

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

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

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...

Apple Harvest Punch

Apple Harvest Punch

Apple Harvest Punch An apple cocktail in a glass is fun, but a bowl of apple cocktail shared with friends is spectacular!  This cocktail tastes terrific, is fun to make, and can easily be adapted as a non-alcoholic version.  A punch is a great way to share your...

Spiced Apple Spritz

Spiced Apple Spritz

Spiced Apple Spritz While I am normally not a fan of sweet, the use of a simple syrup based on Demerara sugar and fresh apple cider with fall spices is spectacular in this cocktail.  I love this time of year when fresh picked apples, and apple cider come available,...

Classic Bellini

Classic Bellini

Classic Bellini Summer is truly here when fresh local fruit appears for sale. With fresh peaches comes the opportunity to enjoy a perfect patio sipper, the Peach Bellini. The classic Bellini is simple; fresh peaches and sparkling wine.Champagne was used originally,...

Scotch Fruit Cocktail

Scotch Fruit Cocktail

Scotch Fruit Cocktail Enjoying a drink outside is a given as we move into long summer days. If you want an alternative to beer or white wine, try this flavourful cocktail based on blended scotch whisky, you will find it is as easy to enjoy as it is to make. This...

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail

Rose Wine Lemonade Cocktail This simple, delicious low ABV cocktail is all the rage with Mellenials and Gen Z. Mix equal parts lemonade and Rose wine in a cocktail glass filled with ice, add elegance with a garnish of fresh lemon peel or a lemon wheel. The sweet...

Flor de Jerez

Flor de Jerez

Flor de Jerez This little gem mixes the sweet and the tart showcasing the rich flavour of Amontillado sherry and all of the joy sherry can add to the cocktail world. This recipie is from Death and Co with the image by Garnish Blog. 1/2 oz Appleton Estate Reserve Blend...