Tasting Notes: New fact for me, bourbon does not have to be exclusively from Kentucky and the Smoke Wagon is a great example of one from Las Vegas. Winning gold in both the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Ascot Awards just two years after its release, this bourbon is exactly what you expect of something out of Vegas- big and powerful but also quite smooth and complex. Although its name might say otherwise, it is not very smokey but rather full of the caramel and honey with a long peppercorn and toasted nutty finish curtesy of its high rye mash. 46.25% and 92.5 proof, this award winner is great however you drink your whiskey- it makes its presence well known!

Price: $61.49

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Tasting Notes: The magic of the marriage of three different wood casks come to its splendour when our malts are matured in ex-bourbon, ex-french wine and ex-sherry casks. It embellishes our malt with the finest shade of Amber, whiff of caramelized pineapple, vanilla, hints of black tea, raisins & citrus and subtle nuttiness. The smoothness and flavour linger long after the glass has been put aside. Trini, The three wood was conceptualised based on the individual contribution of each wood without overshadowing the original whisky profile which is light fruity with sweet vanilla and spice, a subtle nuttiness to chew on with a medium to reasonably long finish. Nose: Gentle and mellow on the nose. Hints of black tea, caramelised pineapple with a whiff of oak comes forward, followed by vanilla and honey from the bourbon oak and traces of spiced tannins from the European oak, finally topped up with vinous raisin and sweet sherry notes. Palate: Elegant richness, smooth and warm on the sides of the mouth. Gentle spice and woody characteristics. Finish: A subtle and balanced finish, each flavour compliments the other without dominating each other. A smooth and long after taste with sweet fruity flavours coming up from the warmth of the throat, lingering long after

Price: $84.99

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Tasting Notes: The Te Muna Road vineyard consists of two distinct soil types — the sauvignon blanc grows on a lower terrace over stony soils sprinkled with limestone, perfect for developing expressive and complex Sauvignon Blanc. Pale straw with light gold tints, on the nose the wine shows passion fruit, salinity, guava, grilled pineapple, minerality. The elegant palate confirms the nose, and adds green apple, papaya, honeydew melon, and lime rind. The balance of acid to fruit is superb. This wine shows impeccable pedigree. Pair with seafood, salads, Asian foods. It really matched a chicken pizza with hoisin sauce and cilantro (home made, on my BBQ grill)! Drink now - 2026.

Price: $27.99 750 ml.

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Tasting Notes: Perfect for early fall weather! This is a fruity and fresh Calvados bursting with apple flavours. It is distinguished by a simple continuous distillation in a copper still which allows the apple aromas to be concentrated. They are accentuated by the blending of the fruitiest vintages and aging in century-old oak barrels. Delicious after dinner or sipped in the afternoon with some cheese.

Price: $46.99

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Tasting Notes: Inspired by the transportation of whiskey in quarter casks on packhorses. The reduced size means more surface area for the spirit to have contact with the wood, amplifying the natural flavors of whiskey first matured in ex-Bourbon barrels. With hints of coconut, and banana complementing a heavy peat flavor, with a long, sweet and smoky finish.

Price: $97.49

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Tasting Notes: Introducing Adictivo Small Batch Whiskey. This is a 100% Single Malt Whiskey, aged in new hand-picked American Oak casks and finished in Adictivo Tequila casks, delivering a natural dark amber color. This comes from the iconic brand known for their amazing tequilas, they have now released their own Whiskey and it's unlike anything you've ever had before. This is the first Whiskey produced by Adictivo, and what makes this Whiskey so special is that it's finished in Adictivo Tequila Casks, giving it a unique and great flavor that other Whiskey's just can't compete with. Nose: Notes of vanilla bean, sweet fruit, and fresh mint. Palate: Pleasantly woody with accents of spice, smoke, and nutmeg. Finish: Long, Sweet, Slightly toasty. Aging: 5 years.

Price: $134.99

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Tasting Notes: Following a trip to Summerhill's estates, I discovered that their grüner veltliner is the most interesting white wine I have ever had! Deliciously light and complex at the same time, the grüner veltliner has notes starting with ripe pear and white peach followed by follow blossom and yellow apple. My favorite part of this wine is the pink peppercorn finish that ties the flavor palette up perfectly. This is an easy drinking patio wine while also being a great addition to dinner. Pair with rich and creamy foods like brie, miso dressings, and as Summerhill suggests- sour cream and onion chips! While this grape is primarily grown in Austria, Summerhill planted the vines in their organic vineyard in Kelowna back in 2011. In addition to its organic certification, Summerhill takes pride in their Demeter Biodynamic status which means treating their whole farm as an ecosystem by prioritizing engendered life and diversity in the soil, in the ground cover, and in nature preserves on the farm. Summerhill is a fantastic winery known for their wine and environmental impact which makes supporting their Canadian owned and operated winery all the more important!

Price: $27.49

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