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Canada Day Bar Cart: Summer sips

Make the most of this momentous occasion with these easy sippers, including wines, brews, spirits and low-alcohol bevs
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Canada Day Bar Cart: Summer sips

Refreshing, complex and classy: these drinks cover every base for every occasion, perfect for long weekend and Canada Day celebrations. Our curated collection of sip-worthy bevvies will make any celebration one to remember.

Ren Ultra Premium Vodka

Ren Ultra Premium Vodka

$51.95

Crafted from 100% Canadian corn and pristine Niagara water, the award-winning REN Ultra Premium Vodka offers a velvety, medium-bodied palate with delicate notes of citrus, sweet corn and grain. Serve neat, on the rocks or in a classic martini, and pair with oysters or caviar. 🇨🇦

| lcbo.com
2024 Three of Hearts Rosé

2024 Three of Hearts Rosé

$17.95

Three of Hearts’ premium Niagara rosé shows off vibrant aromas of white peach and strawberry with subtle floral notes. This medium-bodied rosé hints at fresh raspberries and honeydew melon on the palate, perfect for white pizzas and cheeses. 🇨🇦

| threeofhearts.ca
2023 Margo Rosé

2023 Margo Rosé

$37.80

A purposeful blend of merlot, cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon results in this vibrant, textured wine, featuring bright red fruit and a layered finish. Plus, it’s a bronze medal winner at this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards. Bonus: it’s available online for easy delivery to your door. 🇨🇦

| twosistersvineyards.com
Tromba Cafeto

Tromba Cafeto

$39.95

This bold coffee-infused tequila liqueur blends Tequila Tromba with cold brew coffee for a rich and smooth experience. Notes of roasted espresso, dark chocolate and agave sweetness blend together for a versatile spirit, appealing to tequila lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike. Sip neat, over ice or in espresso martinis.

| lcbo.com
King Maui Sauvignon Blanc

King Maui Sauvignon Blanc

$18.00

Dive into this refreshingly crisp sauvignon blanc. Its citrus-fruit flavours and tropical and floral aromas of fresh green melon and grapefruit leads to a mouthwatering finish, perfectly paired with chicken and vegetable dishes.

| lcbo.com
Mucho Mas White

Mucho Mas White

$13.10

Peach and apricot aromas subtly mask a complex white wine. Tropical fruit flavours and a touch of vanilla along with nicely balanced acidity hint at notes of citrus. Enjoy as an aperitif, or pair with paella, pasta or grilled fish.

| lcbo.com
Taylor Fladgate Late Bottled Vintage Port

Taylor Fladgate Late Bottled Vintage Port

$12.95

Aged four to six years in wood, the Taylor Faldgate Late Bottled Vintage Port emulates all the characteristics of a traditional vintage port without the hefty price tag or bottle aging. Deliciously complex, notes of plum, smoke, dried herbs and chocolate leave supple tannins and rich sweetness on the palate.

| lcbo.com
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%

$13.95

Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% is crafted with high-quality Italian ingredients, including the signature Nostrano dell’Isola maize—grown exclusively in the north of Italy—to recreate the same uplifting Italian taste at 0.0% ABV.

| lcbo.com
2023 Old Vines Baco Noir

2023 Old Vines Baco Noir

$17.95

This full-bodied red wine owes its maturity and depth of flavour to old vines planted in 1984 by the Speck Bros., Ontario’s baco noir pioneers. Expect hints of black currant and spice with a toasty oak finish. 🇨🇦

| store.henryofpelham.com
Cuvée Catharine Brut Sparkling Wine

Cuvée Catharine Brut Sparkling Wine

$26.95

Named in memory of Henry of Pelham’s wife, Catharine Smith, this wine combines traditional grape varieties used in chardonnay and pinot noir for a time-honoured wine that fully embodies the Niagara spirit. Aged for up to 36 months on the lees, this sparkling wine is elegant, toasty and complex. 🇨🇦

| cuveecatharine.com
Hayman's Lighter Gin

Hayman's Lighter Gin

$29.95

For those seeking moderation but still wanting that authentic gin taste, Hayman’s London Light delivers mindful drinking without sacrificing character. Bright citrus and subtle spice define this 12% ABV bev, ideal for low-alcohol gin and tonics and summer spritzes.

| lcbo.com
Sheringham Seaside Gin

Sheringham Seaside Gin

$52.65

Inspired by the coast of Vancouver Island, Sheringham Seaside Gin blends juniper, rose, lavender, citrus and local winged kelp for a balanced, ocean-kissed flavour. Its complex botanical profile makes it a refined sipper and a standout in cocktails. 🇨🇦

| lcbo.com
Cigar Box Pinot Noir

Cigar Box Pinot Noir

$15.00

Expect notes of black cherry, smoky spice and red berries on every sip of this rich and vibrant pinot noir. Hand-harvested from a single heritage vineyard, then aged six months in new French oak, elegance and depth is punctuated all throughout.

| lcbo.com
Carmen Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Carmen Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

$14.95

This high-scoring Chilean cabernet sauvignon is rich and full-bodied with smoky vanilla, cassis and dark chocolate flavours, leading into a long and intense finish supported by firm tannins. A natural pairing for flavourful red meat dishes: think prime rib or porterhouse steaks.

| lcbo.com
O'Casey's Irish Cream

O'Casey's Irish Cream

$24.60

O’Casey’s blends Irish cream with fruity and floral Irish whiskey along with fine spices to produce a luxurious cream liqueur. Serve in specialty coffees or over ice.

| lcbo.com
Peroni Nastro Azzurro Stile Capri

Peroni Nastro Azzurro Stile Capri

$16.95

This delightfully aromatic and Mediterranean-inspired lager delicately balances flavours of Sicilian lemon and olive leaf for a fresh and crisp, easy-to-drink bev at a light 4.2% ABV.

| lcbo.com
2023 The Shadow Rock Estate Sauvignon Blanc

2023 The Shadow Rock Estate Sauvignon Blanc

$18.95

Longer hang times and a cool climate accentuate the melon and grapefruit flavours of this sauvignon blanc. Honeysuckle aromas waft through the air with this dry white wine, complemented by soft vanilla notes derived from partial barrel fermentation in oak barrels. 🇨🇦

| store.henryofpelham.com
Dillon's Vodka

Dillon's Vodka

$34.95

Crafted from 100% Ontario rye, Dillon’s grain-based spirit is a beautifully refined vodka that is distilled through oak, resulting in a clean, smooth and full finish. 🇨🇦

| shop.dillons.ca
Jura 12 Year Old Single Malt

Jura 12 Year Old Single Malt

$72.50

Aged in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in oloroso sherry casks, Jura 12 Year Old Single Malt remains iconic as it pays homage to the heritage of the remote Isle of Jura. Notes of baked apple, dark chocolate and coastal smoke define this 40% ABV spirit leading into an elegantly smooth finish—perfect for those curious to explore the gentler side of Scotch whisky.

| lcbo.com
Laurent Miquel Pere et Fils Chardonnay

Laurent Miquel Pere et Fils Chardonnay

$16.00

Eight generations of winemaking and refined craftsmanship from the south of France define Laurent Miquel’s chardonnay. Anticipate ripe citrus and tropical fruit aromas with notes of apple and pear from this medium-bodied wine, with pear, peach and melon flavours on the lingering finish. Pair with chicken and seafood.

| lcbo.com
Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon

Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon

$18.00

Hailing from McLaren Vale, south of Adelaide, this cab is defined by the region’s penchant for rich, full-bodied reds. Expect vibrant notes of blackcurrant, cherry, chocolate and cedar for a smooth, lingering finish that evokes visions of cooling sea breezes in the Mediterranean.

| lcbo.com
Bearface Triple Oak Canadian Whisky

Bearface Triple Oak Canadian Whisky

$39.95

Bold and smooth defines this whisky. Bearface lives up to its namesake—elementally aged in the Canadian wilderness in bear country, the award-winning spirit is aged in American, French and Hungarian oak barrels, taking the best of each to round out its robust flavours. A balanced whisky with long, complex taste that leads into a distinctive, spice finish. 🇨🇦

| lcbo.com
Peroni Nastro Azzurro

Peroni Nastro Azzurro

$17.55

Brewed with the same attention to detail through three generations of master brewers, Peroni Nastro Azzurro uses the finest ingredients to deliver a crisp, refreshing taste every single time.

| lcbo.com