The local refreshment beverage scene has exploded in recent years. So, what exactly are “refreshment beverages”? They’re the canned cocktails, premixed beverages and other portable, ready- to-drink alcoholic potables popping up on shelves. From classic concoctions to more out-there flavour combinations, the creative options are abundant, thanks to these local companies.
Please! Beverage Co. The tasting room of Mount Pleasant’s Please! Beverage Co. is stylish, colourful and fun, traits that certainly carry over to the beverages. From incorporating house-made tinctures and sourcing locally grown herbs and botanicals to featuring artwork by emerging artists on their labels, Please! clearly “pours heart, passion and imagination into the potions of our dreams.” Their Tequila Cocktail Mix Pack is a perfect summer pick that features four different canned margaritas.
“Margaritas are an obvious choice to pair with Mexican delights, like tacos and fajitas. Or enjoy a margarita at any outdoor barbecue event.” — Noel Steen, founder of Please! Beverage Co.
Please! Beverage Co. Tequila Cocktail Mix Pack $18.29 BC 248082 4 × 355 ml
Duchess Cocktails Vancouver-based Duchess Cocktails uses only real juice and premium spirits to produce their bottled riffs on classic cocktails. Each bottle holds the equivalent of two 12 percent ABV servings. Launched by Olivia Lovenmark-Hay, who previously worked in fashion and fintech, the company offers the perfect platform for “creating beautiful products and memorable experiences.” For summer, Lovenmark-Hay says her Duchess Cosmopolitan “is best served in a chilled martini or coupe glass.”
“The balanced cranberry and tart lime juice of the Cosmo pairs very well with a charcuterie board or delicious smash burger!” — Olivia Lovenmark-Hay, founder and CEO of Duchess Cocktails
Duchess Cosmopolitan $23.49 BC 60605 4 × 280 ml
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