A World Class welcome to Canada

A World Class welcome to Canada

Norway’s Felice Capasso named Global Bartender of the Year Canada’s bartenders have long been stars at the prestigious World Class cocktail competition. But this year, Canada itself was the star, hosting 51 finalists from around the world and wrapping the event up...
One week. Ten bars. Italy in every glass.

One week. Ten bars. Italy in every glass.

Toronto, get ready—Italy is taking over your cocktail scene. From October 6 to 12, 2025, the first-ever Italian Cocktail Revolution, presented by the Italian Trade Agency Toronto, is shaking up the city with an entire week dedicated to Italy’s world-class spirits and...
It’s Toronto’s time

It’s Toronto’s time

World Class Cocktail Festival set to shake up the city—and the country—this September The World Class Cocktail Festival, to be held August 16 to October 3 across Canada, promises to be one of the biggest and best parties this country has ever seen. “Our ambition is to...
B.C. summer distillery guide

B.C. summer distillery guide

Enjoy summer with these Canadian-distilled spirits Copper Spirit Distillery Verity Rye Spirit 40% ABV, $55 (750 ml) Our unaged rye spirit is an aromatic and flavourful expression made with 100% organic B.C. rye grain. A perfect gift for the curious spirits collector....
Ontario summer distillery guide

Ontario summer distillery guide

Taste these Canadian-distilled spirits and explore distilleries around the province this summer John Sleeman & Sons Rye Whisky 40% ABV, $44.95 (750 ml) Our Rye Whisky is a masterfully crafted blended spirit that highlights the characteristics of classic Canadian...