Cabin Mocha
Dessert meets cocktail: rich mocha and buttery sweetness combine for a cozy indulgence. Use Forty Creek Butter Tart to create this cocktail.Ingredients
Serves 1
1½ oz (45 ml) Forty Creek Butter Tart
½ cup (120 ml) hot chocolate
1 oz (30 ml) espresso
whipped cream, for garnish
1 Brûlée Wheel*, for garnish
Instructions
- In a wide-mouthed coffee cup, combine Forty Creek Butter Tart, hot chocolate and espresso. Stir, then top with a layer of whipped cream and garnish with a Brûlée Wheel.
- * To make Brûlée Wheel, on a heatproof surface like parchment, place an even layer of granulated sugar in shape of a circle. Using a kitchen torch, melt sugar until caramelized. Allow to cool before using as garnish.
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Grounds for Celebrations
A fireside hug in a mug, the combination of bittersweet citrus, sweet cream and coffee is a great way to unwind. Baileys Original Irish Cream and Grand Marnier Cordon Rougeare used to craft this cocktail.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 orange wedge or water, for rim
brown sugar, for rim
½ oz (15 ml) Baileys Original Irish Cream
1 oz (30 ml) Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge
4 oz (120 ml) fresh brewed coffee
whipped cream, for garnish
cocoa powder, for garnish
Instructions
- With orange wedge or a bit of water, moisten rim of a heatproof mug, then dip rim in brown sugar. With a kitchen torch, caramelize brown sugar on rim. Pour in Baileys and Grand Marnier and top with fresh hot coffee, leaving space at top of mug. Garnish with whipped cream and cocoa powder.
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Raspberry Rosemary Lemon Drop Martini
Balancing bright citrus with tart berry and a touch of aromatic rosemary, this twist on the lemon drop is vibrant and clean on the palate. This cocktail features Grey Goose Vodka and Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur to create this martini.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 lemon wedge, for rim
granulated sugar, for rim
5 large fresh raspberries, divided
1 small sprig fresh rosemary
1½ oz (45 ml) Grey Goose Vodka
½ oz (15 ml) Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur
¾ oz (22 ml) Rosemary Syrup*
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- With lemon wedge, moisten half the rim of a coupe glass. Shake off any excess juice, then roll moistened rim in sugar and set coupe aside. Skewer 3 raspberries and set aside. In a cocktail shaker, combine remaining 2 raspberries and rosemary sprig and muddle until raspberries are fully broken apart. Add vodka, Chambord, Rosemary Syrup and lemon juice, fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Fine strain into prepared coupe and garnish your martini with raspberry skewer laid on top of glass.
- * To make Rosemary Syrup, in a saucepan over high heat, bring a 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar and water to a boil. Add fresh rosemary sprigs, loosely packed in same volume as sugar, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, strain through a finemesh strainer and let cool in refrigerator before using.
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Strawberry Margarita
Licor 43 and fresh strawberry syrup give this margarita a beautiful, round flavour profile. The Tajín rim adds a zesty kick and ties the whole drink together. For best results, make this cocktail with Espolòn Tequila Blanco, Aperol Aperitivo and Licor 43 Liqueur.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 lime wedge, for rim
Tajín seasoning, for rim
1 oz (30 ml) Espolòn Blanco Tequila
½ oz (15 ml) Aperol Aperitivo
½ oz (15 ml) Licor 43 Liqueur
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
¾ oz (22 ml) Strawberry Syrup*
½ oz (15 ml) egg whites
4 drops green strawberry bitters (optional)
1 dehydrated lime wheel
Instructions
- With lime wedge, moisten half the rim of an old-fashioned glass. Shake off excess juice, then roll moistened rim in Tajín and set glass aside. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Aperol, Licor 43, lime juice, Strawberry Syrup, egg whites and bitters (if using). Fill with ice and shake for 10 seconds. Fine strain into prepared glass over fresh ice. Add lime wheel on top and serve. * To make Strawberry Syrup, in a saucepan over high heat, bring a 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar and water to a boil. Add quartered strawberries in same volume as sugar, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, strain through a fine mesh strainer and let cool in refrigerator before using.
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Sorghum Salad with Charred Brussels Sprouts & Smashed Green Olives
This unique grain salad is a vibrant, hearty side dish perfect for your holiday feast. Fun fact: sorghum is an ancient grain that’s high in protein, rich in antioxidants, naturally gluten-free and super sustainable—great for you and the planet! Serve this salad with Steller’s Jay Blanc de Noir or Poplar Grove Cascadia Series Pinot Gris.Ingredients
Serves 6
¼ cup + 2 tbsp (90 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tbsp (15 ml) finely chopped fresh oregano
3 tbsp (45 ml) ouzo
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 cup (250 ml) sorghum grains
4 cups (1 L) water
1 small red onion, thinly sliced into rounds
¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lime juice
4 cups (1 L) trimmed and halved or quartered Brussels sprouts
1 cup (250 ml) Castelvetrano olives, smashed and pits removed, divided
¼ cup (60 ml) crumbled feta
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, oregano and ouzo until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use, up to 4 days.
- Place sorghum grains in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse well under cold water, then drain and transfer to a medium saucepan. Add water and a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Keep an eye on mixture and add more water if necessary to keep sorghum just covered.
- Meanwhile, make quick pickled onions. In a small bowl, toss red onions with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside at room temperature and toss occasionally.
- Once sorghum is cooked, drain and transfer to a large bowl while still warm. Drizzle with ouzo dressing, toss to fully incorporate and set aside.
- In a large 12-in (30 cm) skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat, heat remaining 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil. Add Brussels sprouts and half the olives, season with a pinch of salt, spread in an even layer and cook, untouched, until well browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn Brussels sprouts and olives over and cook, undisturbed, until Brussels sprouts are fork-tender and olives are blistered in spots, another 2 to 4 minutes.
- To plate, transfer sorghum to a platter. Top with Brussels sprouts, cooked olives and remaining uncooked olives, then sprinkle with feta and pickled onions.
Drink Pairings
Forest Elixir
Diving into the deeper, richer and bolder flavours that forest botanicals offer, this Negroni is a perfect blend of bitter, sweet and citrus. The arctic flavours of the gin enhance the herbs in the Green Chartreuse, while the sweet vermouth brings it all into harmony. Make this cocktail with Ungava Gin, Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth, Chartreuse Green.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 oz (30 ml) Ungava Gin
1 oz (30 ml) Antica Formula Vermouth
½ oz (15 ml) Chartreuse Green
½ oz (15 ml) Campari
½ grapefruit wheel, for garnish
1 leaf fresh sage, for garnish
Instructions
- On a heatproof board or baking sheet, carefully set a few cedar chips or a portion of a cedar plank to a smoulder to create cedar smoke. Place an old-fashioned glass on top, trapping smoke inside glass. In a mixing glass, combine gin, vermouth, Chartreuse and Campari, add ice and stir for 5 to 7 seconds. Strain into cedarsmoked glass over a large ice cube or fresh ice, and garnish with ½ grapefruit wheel and sage leaf.
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Classic Negroni
The classic Negroni is ordered countless times a day all over the world. Bar staples of gin, bitter orange liqueur and sweet vermouth combine to create a drink that’s perfect in any season. Use Beefeater London Dry Gin, Cinzano Rosso Vermouth and Campari to make this cocktail.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 oz (30 ml) Beefeater London Dry Gin
1 oz (30 ml) Cinzano Rosso Vermouth
1 oz (30 ml) Campari
1 orange twist, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing glass, combine gin, vermouth and Campari, add ice and stir for 5 to 7 seconds. Strain into an old-fashioned glass over a large ice cube or fresh ice, and garnish with orange twist.
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Pretzel Focaccia with Maple Whisky Mustard
This craveable mash-up combines the airy, pillowy crumb of Italian focaccia with the rich, malty crust of a classic Bavarian pretzel—bringing together the best of both worlds. Ideal for dipping, drizzling or devouring warm from the pan. Use Sortilège Canadian Whisky and Maple Syrup to create this appetizer.Ingredients
Serves 1 loaf / Makes about ½ cup (125 ml) Maple Whisky Mustard
550 g (about 4 ½ cups/1.1 L spooned) all-purpose flour
1 tbsp (15 ml) kosher salt
2 tsp (10 ml) granulated sugar
1½ tsp (7.5 ml) active dry yeast
2½ cups (625 ml) warm water
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) baking soda
⅓ cup (80 ml) boiling water
3 tbsp (45 ml) butter, melted, plus more for greasing
1 tbsp (15 ml) pretzel salt or flaked sea salt
1 tbsp (15 ml) sesame seeds (optional)
1 recipe Maple Whisky Mustard, to serve, recipe follows
MAPLE WHISKY MUSTARD
¼ cup (60 ml) grainy Dijon mustard
¼ cup (60 ml) Sortilege Canadian Whisky
1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup
⅛ tsp (pinch) freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar and yeast and mix well. Add warm water, a few splashes at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon until dough comes together. It should have a thick batter consistency. Continue mixing for a minute or two until no lumps remain. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 450 F (230 C) and place rack at centre position.
- Grease a 9 × 13-in (23 × 32.5 cm) baking dish with butter, then pour in olive oil and spread oil over bottom and all sides of dish.
- Take dough from refrigerator and remove plastic wrap. Turn dough into greased baking dish. Using your hands, gently spread dough evenly to corners of dish.
- Place baking soda in a small bowl (use a bowl slightly larger than you think necessary, as mixture will fizz and bubble up a bit when you add water). Pour boiling water into bowl and stir to dissolve baking soda. Brush top of dough with about half the baking soda solution. Set remaining solution aside.
- Place dough in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size, anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes depending on room temperature.
- When doubled in size, brush dough with remaining baking soda solution and transfer to oven. Bake for 12 minutes, then remove from oven, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with pretzel salt and sesame seeds, if using. Return to oven, rotating pan from original position, and bake until top is deep brown and bottom is golden and crisp, another 10 to 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly, then remove from pan and transfer to rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve with Maple Whisky Mustard. Leftover focaccia can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- MAPLE WHISKY MUSTARD
- In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 month. Bring to room temperature and whisk before serving.
Drink Pairings
Pacific Blush
Adding an autumnal element of cranberries to this bright and juicy cocktail makes it perfect for those who like playful cocktails year-round. Long Table Texada Vodka, Sheringham Fresh Rhubarb Gin and Steller's Jay Brut are used to craft this cocktail.Ingredients
Serves 1
4 to 6 fresh local organic cranberries, plus 3 more for garnish
1½ oz (45 ml) Long Table Texada Vodka
½ oz (15 ml) Sheringham Rhubarb Gin Liqueur
¾ oz (22 ml) Simple Syrup*
¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice (or yuzu juice)
2 oz (60 ml) local sparkling wine (such as Steller’s Jay Brut)
fresh mint, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 to 6 cranberries to release their juice. Add vodka, rhubarb liqueur, Simple Syrup and lime juice, then add ice and shake for 5 to 7 seconds. Strain into a Collins glass and top with sparkling wine. Add fresh ice, stir gently and garnish with fresh mint and the remaining cranberries. *1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in boiling water. Allow to cool before using.
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Gather & Pour
A charming bittersweet aperitif to fall for while your guests commune and relax. Easy to batch and even easier to serve. This cocktail can be made with Amaro Montenegro and Cinzano Rosso Vermouth.Ingredients
Serves 1
1 oz (30 ml) Amaro Montenegro
1 oz (30 ml) Cinzano Rosso Vermouth
2 dashes Angostura cocoa bitters
2 oz (60 ml) rooibos tea*
1 slice Braeburn apple studded with 1 whole clove, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bottle, combine amaro, vermouth, bitters and tea and chill in refrigerator so you’re ready to pour when guests arrive. Once chilled, pour into an old-fashioned glass over ice and garnish rim with a clove-studded apple slice. Alternatively, you can prepare cocktail as guests arrive. If making a batch to serve a group, multiply amount of each ingredient by number of servings you require.
- * To make tea, steep about ¼ oz (8 g) TEALEAVES Vanilla Rooibos loose-leaf tea (or similar rooibos) in 2 cups (500 ml) boiling water for 3 minutes (since rooibos is naturally tannin and caffeine-free, it will never over-steep or become bitter). Set aside to cool.