Enjoy Theses Seasonal Sips for the Fall Season
/The leaves are beginning to turn, the air is getting crisp, and the season of all things cozy in Canada has begun. With the season comes Thanksgiving, a time when Canadians gather around a table to break bread with friends, family and loved ones while bringing new and time-honored traditions to mark the occasion of gratitude with loved ones.
For those hosting celebrations, the preparation for the holiday begins- as hosts scour the internet for ideas on tablescapes, appetizers, wine and the latest trend in making a memorable occasion for guests. This Thanksgiving, Canadian hosts enjoy a variety of seasonal sips that pair perfectly with Thanksgiving feasts and inspired by our favourite Fall flavours.
GRANT'S SMOKY MAPLE SOUR
Grant’s Whisky believes in the power of tradition with a twist, and what better way to welcome Thanksgiving tradition than with The Smoky Maple Sour, a modern take on a classic whisky cocktail? This cocktail’s smoky, sweet profile makes it the perfect partner for herb-crusted roast turkey, with the maple-glazed vegetables elevating the flavours of your meal. Every sip of the Smoky Maple Sour is a toast to the day that brings people closer each year.
Ingredients:
60 ml Grant’s Triple Wood 12
25 ml Fresh lemon juice
15 ml Maple syrup
Orange twist for garnish
How to make:
Shake 60 ml Grant’s Triple Wood 12, 25 ml fresh lemon juice, and 15 ml maple syrup with ice, and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
Garnish with an orange twist.
GIBSON'S APPLE PIE OLD FASHIONED
Gibson’s Finest is all about celebrating life’s finer moments. The Apple Pie Old Fashioned cocktail is known for creating an inviting spirit for reminiscing your finest moments with loved ones. Combining the smooth, full-bodied taste of Gibson’s Finest Rare 12-Year-Old with the crisp sweetness of pure apple, this cocktail pairs excellently with apple-cider brined pork loin and spiced apple chutney for a meal that’s as warm and welcoming as your favorite fall memories.
Ingredients:
2oz Gibson’s Finest Rare 12-Year-Old
1oz Pure Apple Cider
0.5oz Simple Syrup
3 Dashes Angostura Bitters
Pinch of Apple Pie Spice (I Used Clubhouse)
2 Apple Slices
Glass: rocks
How to make:
Mix all ingredients in a shaker over ice and stir well. Pour out over ice (a king cube would be awesome).
Garnish with apple slices.
SAILOR FRIENDSGIVING RUM PUNCH
Sailor Friendsgiving Rum Punch is a bold, flavorful concoction that brings together the spiced kick of Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum with the festive tang of ginger beer, apple cider, and cranberry juice. Sailor Jerry knows how to keep the party going! Serve it alongside a cranberry-glazed ham and spiced sweet potatoes, and you’ve got yourself a Thanksgiving feast that’s as lively and colorful as your crew.
Ingredients:
3 Cups (24 oz.) Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
2 (12 oz.) Bottles Ginger Beer, cooled
1/3 Cup Honey
12 Whole Cloves
8 Cups Apple Cider, divided
4 Cups Cranberry Juice, chilled
Sliced Green Apples, Oranges, or Lemons for Garnish
Rosemary Sprig, for Garnish
How to make:
Combine honey, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and 2 cups of cider in a small saucepan over medium. Cook, stirring often, until honey is dissolved, and mixture is fragrant with spices, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat; cool and steep 15 minutes. Discard spices.
Combine spiced cider mixture, cranberry juice, spiced rum, ginger beer, and remaining 6 cups apple cider in a large punch bowl.
Garnish with sliced citrus and apples. Serve over ice.
REWILD CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Rewild Cabernet Sauvignon is a sustainable, medium-bodied dry red, perfect for a hearty roast beef dinner served with herb-roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables on the side. Light blackcurrant blueberry aromas with hints of black olive, dried herb & brambly notes complement the richness of the dish by enhancing its flavors. The packaging boasting the great Australian landscapes will take center stage at your holiday table and add to the grandeur of your grand spread. Even better Rewild’s approach goes beyond mere sustainability; it’s about regeneration. The brand employs regenerative agricultural practices that enhance soil health, support biodiversity, and contribute to the overall well-being of the ecosystem so guests can feel good about sipping wine that gives back to the earth.
TASTING NOTES
Grant’s Triple Wood 12
Nose: Sweet and sherry-like, with dried fruits. Subtle woody notes and malty undertones.
Taste: Vanilla, honey, and spice. All mixed together for a rich, sweet flavour. Aged grains and peated malt add depth.
Finish: Long soothing and warm, a feeling you won't want to rush.
Gibons’s Finest Rare 12-Year-Old
Nose: Fruity with subtle oaky notes. Aromas of caramel custard and butterscotch with a fruity-finished nose.
Taste: Sweet and silky, with citrus zest, oaky notes, spiced white pepper and hints of zesty ginger. A full-bodied and creamy mouthfeel, with toffee notes and caramelized sugar.
Finish: Medium to long, warm and peppery, with some sweetness on the finish.
Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
Nose: Medley of spice aromas, including subtle cinnamon and nutmeg, with hints of toasty oak, toffee, chocolate, and vanilla.
Taste: Dry, medium to full-bodied texture of the rum, noting the balanced flavors of warm sweet spiced fruit, oak, caramel, and hints of nut and oak.
Finish: Warm peppery note on the long finish, which adds a unique and memorable end to each sip.
Rewild Cabernet Sauvignon
Medium Bodied — Dry — Concentrated
Medium deep crimson. Light blackcurrant blueberry aromas with hints of black olive, dried herb & brambly notes. Well concentrated wine with plentiful ripe juicy dark and red fruits, fine tannin, good mid-palate sweetness and fresh long acidity. Vegan friendly.
