June 2012
STRONGBOW TASTING
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 1, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 1, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Strongbow is a crisp, premium imported cider from the U.K. which delivers maximum refreshment in an authentic, traditional English recipe.
WHISTLER BREWING MONSOON TASTING
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 2, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 2, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
A downpour of refreshment! Tropical island vodka coolers...splash down in the moment!
PARALLEL 49 WATERMELON WIT TASTING
Sunday, 2-6 pm Jun 3, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sunday, 2-6 pm Jun 3, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
A brand new brewery in East Van brewing up quality craft beers that will inspire the craft enthusiast in all of us. Come sample our the new Watermelon Wit.
THE PRODUCT SALON AND SHOWCASE WITH CPBA
Tuesday, 2 to 5 pm Jun 5, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Tuesday, 2 to 5 pm Jun 5, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sample products from the following producers alongside some of the city's best bartenders from the Canadian Professional Bartenders Association:
Havana Club Rum
St Germain Elderflower
Hendrick's Gin
Hornitos Tequila
Flor de Cana Rum
Whistler Beer
Beefeater 24
Campari & Aperol
Jack Daniel's Portfolio
Giffard
Mott's Clamato & tasty Caesar samples!
Fentiman's
On the Rocks ICE
Wine & Spirit Educational Trust (WSET)
Cocktail Kingdom
St Germain Elderflower
Hendrick's Gin
Hornitos Tequila
Flor de Cana Rum
Whistler Beer
Beefeater 24
Campari & Aperol
Jack Daniel's Portfolio
Giffard
Mott's Clamato & tasty Caesar samples!
Fentiman's
On the Rocks ICE
Wine & Spirit Educational Trust (WSET)
Cocktail Kingdom
Plus, an exclusive sample from Crush Imports, and several restricted listing rums!
Ron Millonario (Peru)
- Solera 15 Reserva Especial
- XO Reserva Especial
Rum Nation (Latin America)
- Barbados 10 y.o.
- Demerara Solera No. 14 (Guyana
- Martinique "Hors d'Age"
- Panama 18 y.o.
- Martinique 12 y.o. Anniversary Decanter
- Demerara 23 y.o. 1985-08 Ltd. Ed. 1,896 bottles (Guyana)
- Jamaica 25 y.o. 1985 Supreme Lord V Ltd. Ed.
and enjoy a Zero-Proof cocktail competition, sponsored by Giffard and Nons-Drinks!
Ron Millonario (Peru)
- Solera 15 Reserva Especial
- XO Reserva Especial
Rum Nation (Latin America)
- Barbados 10 y.o.
- Demerara Solera No. 14 (Guyana
- Martinique "Hors d'Age"
- Panama 18 y.o.
- Martinique 12 y.o. Anniversary Decanter
- Demerara 23 y.o. 1985-08 Ltd. Ed. 1,896 bottles (Guyana)
- Jamaica 25 y.o. 1985 Supreme Lord V Ltd. Ed.
and enjoy a Zero-Proof cocktail competition, sponsored by Giffard and Nons-Drinks!
KALE & NORI: BITTERED SLING BISTRO
Wednesday, 7 to 9:30 pm Jun 6, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Wednesday, 7 to 9:30 pm Jun 6, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
The featured spirit for this month is Jack Daniels Whiskey and the feature bartender for this night is Robyn Gray of, Hotel Georgia & Reflections.
Welcome to Season Two! After the overwhelming success of Season One, Bittered Sling Bistro is back! This season, we intend to rock the boat with more spirits, more products, more bartenders and more excitement! Bittered Sling Bistro Season Two runs from May-October 2012. Don't miss out on the event that EVERYONE is talking about!
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We are proud to introduce you to "Bittered Sling Bistro" - a bi-weekly food and cocktail pairing competition dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cocktail craft presented at the beautiful Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village, Vancouver. This event is hosted by Kale & Nori's award-winning mixologist, Lauren Mote and Chef Jonathan Chovancek. This is Vancouver's longest running and biggest cocktail and food-pairing competition, offering a high level creative event for apprentice and veteran bartenders across British Columbia. This event is proudly sponsored by the Canadian Professional Bartender's Association.
Lauren Mote starts our evening off, with a unique and palate-cleansing cocktail, with our feature spirit and Bittered Sling Extracts, accompanied by delicious and beautifully paired hors d’oeuvres, in the gorgeous foyer of Legacy Liquor Store. Their vaulted ceilings, spirit displays and living wall create a dynamic setting for this exciting and interactive event. Guests are guided though a bartender-friendly spirit tasting, led by our host bartender, offering up invaluable information about why bartenders love this particular spirit, and what it means to them. The rest of the evening is rather indulgent; Kale & Nori’s Chef Jonathan Chovancek creates a seasonal three course menu, inspired by the feature spirit's wide range of notes and character, and the addition of a Bittered Sling Extract. Each course is accompanied by a expertly paired cocktail by the host bartender. Following the dinner, our guests will be invited to rate the bartender's presentation and pairing skills. The top scoring bartenders at the end of the program will compete for a grand prize.This six month program offers 6 veteran and 6 apprentice bartenders their chance to promote their style and character in an creative way. This is all about spirit - in both the bartender and the bottle.
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We are proud to introduce you to "Bittered Sling Bistro" - a bi-weekly food and cocktail pairing competition dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cocktail craft presented at the beautiful Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village, Vancouver. This event is hosted by Kale & Nori's award-winning mixologist, Lauren Mote and Chef Jonathan Chovancek. This is Vancouver's longest running and biggest cocktail and food-pairing competition, offering a high level creative event for apprentice and veteran bartenders across British Columbia. This event is proudly sponsored by the Canadian Professional Bartender's Association.
Lauren Mote starts our evening off, with a unique and palate-cleansing cocktail, with our feature spirit and Bittered Sling Extracts, accompanied by delicious and beautifully paired hors d’oeuvres, in the gorgeous foyer of Legacy Liquor Store. Their vaulted ceilings, spirit displays and living wall create a dynamic setting for this exciting and interactive event. Guests are guided though a bartender-friendly spirit tasting, led by our host bartender, offering up invaluable information about why bartenders love this particular spirit, and what it means to them. The rest of the evening is rather indulgent; Kale & Nori’s Chef Jonathan Chovancek creates a seasonal three course menu, inspired by the feature spirit's wide range of notes and character, and the addition of a Bittered Sling Extract. Each course is accompanied by a expertly paired cocktail by the host bartender. Following the dinner, our guests will be invited to rate the bartender's presentation and pairing skills. The top scoring bartenders at the end of the program will compete for a grand prize.This six month program offers 6 veteran and 6 apprentice bartenders their chance to promote their style and character in an creative way. This is all about spirit - in both the bartender and the bottle.
DOMAINE PINNACLE ICED CIDER TASTING
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 7, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 7, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Domaine Pinnacle is a family-owned orchard and cidery, dedicated to creating the world's best Ice Cider.
JAW DROP COOLERS TASTING
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 8, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 8, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sucking, Biting, Licking, Puckering Refreshment! Try the Sucking Lemons and Puckering Punch.
CARLSBERG AND HOLSTEN TASTING
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 9, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 9, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
We recommend that you serve your Carlsberg slightly chilled, preferably with a friend: Sharing your Carlsberg with friends is more than sharing a great tasting beer. It’s about friendship, old memories, and memories to come.
LEFT FIELD CIDER COMPANY
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 10, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 10, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Established in the heart BC's interior, Left Field Cider Co. is a family owned business, making traditional cider in small batches.
A TOUR OF TIKI COCKTAILS
Wednesday, 7 to 8:30 pm Jun 13, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Wednesday, 7 to 8:30 pm Jun 13, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Do you know your Mai Tai's from your Zombies? Need a refreshing on what Falarnium is? Then this seminar is for you! Join Donnie Wheeler, resident "Tiki Cocktail Tour Guide" at the Clough Club and past apprentice of Tales of the Cocktail Vancouver as he demonstrates how to perfect your Tiki cocktails. After this seminar, you'll have all the tools necessary to throw a serious Tiki bash of your own!
$35/ticket, 36 tickets available PURCHASE HERE
CARLSBERG AND SOMERSBY CIDER TASTING
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 14, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 14, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Available in four delicious variants Somersby cider has obtained a reputation for spreading joy and sunny togetherness where ever it is served and attracting curious and open-minded people from all over the world.
OKANAGAN SPRINGS SUMMER WEIZEN TASTING
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 15, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 15, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Inspired by the bountiful orchards of BC’s Southern Interior, our Brewmaster has created this deliciously original recipe. An unfiltered wheat ale with the subtle flavour of apricot, it pairs well with all things summer.
OKANAGAN CIDERS TASTING
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 16, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 16, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Okanagan Premium Cider takes care to live up to the quality and tradition of the family recipe, using outstanding fruit from their Okanagan Valley farm.
SAPPORO TASTING
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 17, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 17, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sapporo is one of Japan's oldest beers with a brewing tradition that dates back to 1876.
KALE & NORI: BITTERED SLING BISTRO
Tuesday, 7 to 930 pm Jun 19, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Tuesday, 7 to 930 pm Jun 19, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
*NOTE DATE CHANGE* TUESDAY INSTEAD OF WEDNESDAY
The featured spirit for this month is Jack Daniels Whiskey and the feature bartender for this night is Trevor Kallies, Donnelly Hospitality Group (including New Oxford, Granville Room, Clough Club, Hooker's Green)
Welcome to Season Two! After the overwhelming success of Season One, Bittered Sling Bistro is back! This season, we intend to rock the boat with more spirits, more products, more bartenders and more excitement! Bittered Sling Bistro Season Two runs from May-October 2012. Don't miss out on the event that EVERYONE is talking about!
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We are proud to introduce you to "Bittered Sling Bistro" - a bi-weekly food and cocktail pairing competition dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cocktail craft presented at the beautiful Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village, Vancouver. This event is hosted by Kale & Nori's award-winning mixologist, Lauren Mote and Chef Jonathan Chovancek. This is Vancouver's longest running and biggest cocktail and food-pairing competition, offering a high level creative event for apprentice and veteran bartenders across British Columbia. This event is proudly sponsored by the Canadian Professional Bartender's Association.
Lauren Mote starts our evening off, with a unique and palate-cleansing cocktail, with our feature spirit and Bittered Sling Extracts, accompanied by delicious and beautifully paired hors d’oeuvres, in the gorgeous foyer of Legacy Liquor Store. Their vaulted ceilings, spirit displays and living wall create a dynamic setting for this exciting and interactive event. Guests are guided though a bartender-friendly spirit tasting, led by our host bartender, offering up invaluable information about why bartenders love this particular spirit, and what it means to them. The rest of the evening is rather indulgent; Kale & Nori’s Chef Jonathan Chovancek creates a seasonal three course menu, inspired by the feature spirit's wide range of notes and character, and the addition of a Bittered Sling Extract. Each course is accompanied by a expertly paired cocktail by the host bartender. Following the dinner, our guests will be invited to rate the bartender's presentation and pairing skills. The top scoring bartenders at the end of the program will compete for a grand prize.This six month program offers 6 veteran and 6 apprentice bartenders their chance to promote their style and character in an creative way. This is all about spirit - in both the bartender and the bottle.
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We are proud to introduce you to "Bittered Sling Bistro" - a bi-weekly food and cocktail pairing competition dedicated to pushing the boundaries of cocktail craft presented at the beautiful Legacy Liquor Store in Olympic Village, Vancouver. This event is hosted by Kale & Nori's award-winning mixologist, Lauren Mote and Chef Jonathan Chovancek. This is Vancouver's longest running and biggest cocktail and food-pairing competition, offering a high level creative event for apprentice and veteran bartenders across British Columbia. This event is proudly sponsored by the Canadian Professional Bartender's Association.
Lauren Mote starts our evening off, with a unique and palate-cleansing cocktail, with our feature spirit and Bittered Sling Extracts, accompanied by delicious and beautifully paired hors d’oeuvres, in the gorgeous foyer of Legacy Liquor Store. Their vaulted ceilings, spirit displays and living wall create a dynamic setting for this exciting and interactive event. Guests are guided though a bartender-friendly spirit tasting, led by our host bartender, offering up invaluable information about why bartenders love this particular spirit, and what it means to them. The rest of the evening is rather indulgent; Kale & Nori’s Chef Jonathan Chovancek creates a seasonal three course menu, inspired by the feature spirit's wide range of notes and character, and the addition of a Bittered Sling Extract. Each course is accompanied by a expertly paired cocktail by the host bartender. Following the dinner, our guests will be invited to rate the bartender's presentation and pairing skills. The top scoring bartenders at the end of the program will compete for a grand prize.This six month program offers 6 veteran and 6 apprentice bartenders their chance to promote their style and character in an creative way. This is all about spirit - in both the bartender and the bottle.
SKINNERS BEER TASTING
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 21, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 21, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Skinner's is an independent family owned and run brewery founded in July 1997. You can find them by the river in the picturesque cathedral city of Truro, the capital of Cornwall.
HOUSE WINE: PINOT AROUND THE WORLD
Friday, 6 to 8 pm Jun 22, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Friday, 6 to 8 pm Jun 22, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
From the heartbreak grape’s birthplace of Burgundy to its more recent success stories in Oregon, New Zealand and California, Pinot Noir has captured the hearts of winemakers and seduced numerous wine drinkers. Join the girls in a comparative tasting of Pinot Noir across the globe and discover this grape’s special charms. Besides visiting more established areas we will pour examples from newer dwellings of BC, Chile and Argentina. Be prepared to fall in love!
BUD LIGHT LIME MOJITO TASTING
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 23, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 23, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
authentic mojito flavor with a unique twist of Bud Light Lime!
POLAR ICE CUBE TASTING
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 24, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Sunday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 24, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Try the new raspberry lemonade punch from Polar Ice vodka. This is a premixed cocktail in a easy 1.75 L format that serves 10 cocktails in one package!
TASTE OF AFRICA PART 3!
Wednesday 6:30 to 8:30 pm Jun 27, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Wednesday 6:30 to 8:30 pm Jun 27, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street, Harvest Table
Join the lovely Isaac and Becky from Taste of Africa restaurant for our third dinner! Authentic African food paired with delicious South African wines. Entertainment this evening includes a 30 minute dance display by Afro Beat Daners, a new multicultural dance group from Surrey, BC.
Menu:
Jollof Rice with Jerk-honey Chicken
Curried Goat with Rice Pillof
Salmon Filets and Fried Plantains
(VEGETARIAN OPTION AVAILABLE)
ONILIKAN COCKTAIL TASTING
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 28, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Thursday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 28, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Taste a selection of cocktails from Onilikan, an artisanal distiller of agave and fruit spirits from Mazatlan, Mexico.
OLE SANGRITA TASTING
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 29, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Friday, 4 to 7 pm Jun 29, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
A light wine-based beverage with a fruity twist. This sangria strikes the perfect balance between wine and fruit.
LONETREE CIDER TASTING
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 30, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
Saturday, 2 to 6 pm Jun 30, 2012
Venue: 1633 Manitoba Street
The apples in Lonetree are sourced from an old-growth orchard rooted deep in the Okanagan Valley. These trees have been producing crisp, fresh, healthy apples for generations.
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