Wine and Spirits

City Style and Living’s editors bring you wine reviews, wine & food pairings, cocktail and non-alcoholic drink recipes, global vineyards, Alberta and BC wine & spirits, and more.

Try These 2 Non-Alcoholic Sippers

Alternative beverages for your 0.0% guests (or yourself).
How to Make the Perfect Espresso Martini

The recipe is straightforward, but it’s essential to start with a quality espresso or cold brew.
The Emilia Mocktail

Inspired by the great aviator herself, Emilia Earhart, with a twist.
Fall Hugo Spritz Mocktail

A deeper autumn take on the popular cocktail of summer.
2 Fall Fireside Red Wines

These two cozy sips ooze warmth for those chilly autumn days when you want to curl up with a bowl of comfort food and a…
Sake Lesson

Canadian Saké Samurai Patrick Ellis of Blue Note Sake dishes on this unique spirited beverage
The Dragon’s Pearl

A variation on the classic Boulevardier, with the addition of cognac, a squeeze of lemon, and dragon fruit garnish.
Everything you Need to Know about Cocktail Bitters

“A cocktail cabinet without Angostura is like a kitchen without salt and pepper.”
What is Vermouth and Why it’s the trendy drink of the moment?

Vermouth is the backbone, but unsung hero of the cocktail world – used in cocktails like Martini’s, Manhattan, Negronis, this herbaceous wine’s versatility is unrivalled.
How to make the Ultimate Tequila Cocktail

A cocktail for citrus lovers (or tequila lovers, for that matter)!