week of August 13

Coudoulet de Beaucastel Red – a french wine from the Cote du Rhone region.  It is described as bright and lively with great depth.  Luscious flavours with hints of thyme. Domaine de Beaurenard Chateauneuf-du-pape Domaine de Beaurenard Cotes  du Rhone Stag’s Hollow Cabernet Sauvignon – another wine for our Canadian collection – this one is from […]

week of August 6

Kirin Ichiban beer – a refreshing beer from Japan Chapel Hill McLaren Vale – click on the link for tasting notes.  This sounds delicious.  I am buying the first bottle.  2008 was given 94 points.  Barefoot Moscato – a customer asked us to bring this in.  She described it as taking a bite out of a fresh crisp […]

week of July 30

Pinnacle Cotton Candy flavoured Vodka – click on the link to find recipes.  It seems as if they are named after amusement park rides – Tilt A Whirl anyone?  I’m intrigued by the Fairy Floss-tini.  Pinnacle Whipped Cream flavoured Vodka – click on the link to find recipes.  Might I suggest the ‘Whipping Good Time’. […]

week of July 23

Obolon Deep Velvet Dark Beer – “Dark beer with a sweet flavor, full of pleasant aromas and the taste of caramel malt. Goes well with sweet and spicy dishes.” – tasting note from Obolon website. Nemiroff Lex Vodka – this is a very smooth vodka.  It can definitely be consumed on its own without any mix.  Serve […]

week of July 16

We’ve got some great new products to try.  The ever favourite mudshake comes in Pina Colada flavour now and with every purchase of a four pack you will receive a parfait/milkshake glass (while quantities last).  The Vincor company is introducing a new wine on the market – ‘Open’.  Also a new Canadian vodka that is […]

week of July 9

This week we have brought in a new Greek wine, a new flavoured vodka, and of course another scotch Boutari Moschofilero – Greek white wine – it looks like it could be a new favourite white wine for the summer.  Serve chilled on your deck while enjoying some mediterranean tapas.  Smirnoff Watermelon Twist Vodka – […]