week of August 27

CDC Vidal Icewine (Canada) – this icewine has a sweetness level of 26. Wells Banana Bread Beer -An English beer it is described on the website as:  “This unique brew combines all the traditional qualities and style of a Charles Wells beer with the subtle flavour of banana.” Kraken Black Spiced Rum Milagro Reposado Tequila […]

week of August 20

Twisted Tree Six Vines – this is a small family owned winery in South Okanagan region.  The winery describes the 2007 vintage: ” The blend consists of: Malbec 25%, Cabernet Sauvignon 25%, Merlot 23%, Carmenere 11%, Petit Verdot 10%, Cabernet Franc 6% Vineyards: All grapes were grown on Osoyoos East Bench. Varieties: ‘Six Vines’ is a blend […]

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 […]

Kirin Ichiban Beer

Since it is still summer I thought it would be a good idea to introduce you to a beer we have started stocking on the shelves.  This is Kirin Ichiban beer it is traditionally from Japan and is also brewed in the USA.  I find it to be a refreshing crisp beer.  It is a perfect […]

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’. […]