The cocktail matchmakers

The cocktail matchmakers

Nikka brings Coffey, chemistry, and collaboration to Vancouver Cocktail Week When B.C.-based importers Enoteca Bacco first approached the Nikka Whisky Distilling Co. to participate in Vancouver Cocktail Week, it was an immediate and enthusiastic “yes.”    “We wanted...
Raincity’s mountain spirits

Raincity’s mountain spirits

After only a year, the Squamish distillery is already earning international recognition At Raincity Distillery, founders Alex Mumm and Johnny Xu are bringing new, award-winning spirits to the mountain community of Squamish. Spirits flavoured with the delicate notes of...
Meet your new Bartender of the Year

Meet your new Bartender of the Year

Toronto’s Jacob Martin wins World Class Canada with a breathtaking final at Vancouver Cocktail Week World Class Canada celebrated its 10th anniversary in the best possible way—with a blowout final at Vancouver Cocktail Week that saw Jacob Martin of Toronto’s Bar...
Mastering Gin at Copperpenny Distilling Co.

Mastering Gin at Copperpenny Distilling Co.

North Van distillery reaps the rewards of craftsmanship Winning a prestigious Global Gin Masters Medal—only a few months after they opened their doors—is just one of the exciting things happening at North Vancouver’s Copperpenny Distilling Co. “Our key focus here is...
The secret’s out at Wind Cries Mary

The secret’s out at Wind Cries Mary

Follow the signs to great food and drink in Victoria’s Bastion Square A sign pointing you to fresh oysters and another just above the door are the only clues that one of Victoria’s most exciting food and drink experiences can be found here, tucked away in historic...
The Godfather

The Godfather

Disaronno Originale and The Busker offer a classic cocktail you can’t refuse  It’s rare that a cocktail is made from only two ingredients, without a third to provide balance and support. It’s even rarer that a two-ingredient cocktail is so perfectly crafted that it...