Blowers & Grafton • Lloydminster, Alberta
Sunset Sour
El Jimador Blanco, Aperol, lime and egg white sounds like a perfectly reasonable cocktail. On paper, there’s a lot to work with.
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Every drink we've reviewed, from expertly crafted cocktails and exceptional beer to memorable wine, spirits, coffee, and everything worth raising a glass to. No paid rankings. No sponsored placements. Just honest opinions and memorable pours.
Grandma Pryor's • Furness, Saskatchewan
The O.G. Rusty Nail
This is where my cocktail adventures started. My grandfather, Len, taught me to drink the good stuff. More importantly, he taught me why.
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The Proper Eats & Drinks • Lloydminster, Saskatchewan
Smoked Old Fashioned
It's one of those drinks that doesn't need to prove anything. Whiskey, bitters, sugar, orange. Do it properly and you have a cocktail that can carry an entire evening without needing to dress itself up.
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The Proper Eats & Drinks • Lloydminster, Saskatchewan
White Russian
"Where's the money, Lebowski? Where's the money, Lebowski. Where's the fucking money, shithead?"
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Original Joes • Lloydminster, Alberta
Spicy Guava Margarita
I have been trying to get my hands on OJ's Spicy Guava Margarita all summer.
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Kaffa Roaster & Studio • Edmonton, Alberta
Edlerflower Gin Sour
The Elderflower Gin Sour walked into the room looking like it had its shit together.
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Kaffa Roaster & Studio • Edmonton, Alberta
Brazilian Coffee
naturally sweet enough that adding cream or sugar would feel like bringing a chainsaw to a butter knife fight.
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Campio Brewing Co • Edmonton, Alberta
Honey Bourbon Sour
A genuinely well-made cocktail that knows exactly what it's trying to be.
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Campio Brewing Co • Edmonton, Alberta
Mirage 43
If Orange Julius started making cocktails, this would be on the menu.
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Campio Brewing Co • Edmonton, Alberta
Sun-Kissed Colada
This drink starts by lying to you.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
Tom Yummy Margarita
The first sip stopped me mid-conversation. "Oh... shit." That's all I had.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
B-A-N-A-N-A-S
It must've gotten caught in Edmonton construction.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
Henny & Green Tea
Whether that's how it was actually intended to be consumed remains one of life's great mysteries.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
Mango Tango
The menu reads like someone emptied half the liquor cabinet into a mixing glass.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
Trilla in Manilla
That little slice of cucumber isn't just a garnish. Take it out and the drink changes completely.
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Baijiu • Edmonton, Alberta
Okinawa Nitro Espresso Martini
Every ingredient actually gets a chance to do its job.
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Fu's Repair Shop • Edmonton, Alberta
Black Tea Old Fashioned
The tea doesn't compete with the bourbon
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Fu's Repair Shop • Edmonton, Alberta
Return of the Dragon
It's one of the smartest cocktails of the night.
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Fu's Repair Shop • Edmonton, Alberta
Slow Burn
The evening started with the Slow Burn. Unlike my last relationship, this slow burn actually had a satisfying finish.
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Bent Stick Brewing Co • Edmonton, Alberta
Mango Fetch
At first glance, Mango Fetch pours like liquid sunshine.
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Bent Stick Brewing Co • Edmonton, Alberta
Bucket Hat Summer
This might be one of the prettiest beers I've photographed thus far.
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Odd Company Brewing • Edmonton, Alberta
Juicy IPA
Breweries love throwing the word juicy around these days, but this one actually earns it. It's crisp, refreshing, balanced, and packed with flavour without trying to strip the enamel off your teeth with hops.
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Odd Company Brewing • Edmonton, Alberta
Chili Mango Mexican Lager
A limited-time cask that immediately caught my attention.
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4th Meridian Brewing Co • Lloydminster, Alberta
Border Porter
The Border Porter walks into the room like it has unresolved issues.
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4th Meridian Brewing Co • Lloydminster, Alberta
Rig Up Red
No unnecessary theatrics. No gimmicks.
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4th Meridian Brewing Co • Lloydminster, Alberta
Sparky IPA
The only flaw is that it tastes significantly less than the 6.7% than it actually is.
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Spiro's • Lloydminster, Alberta
Kokonas Mojito
As someone who genuinely enjoys coconut drinks, I was excited to see this one on the menu.
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Spiro's • Lloydminster, Alberta
The Zoë
This cocktail plays the long game. It lulls you into a false sense of security.
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Morales Cocina x Cantina • Wainwright, Alberta
Mezcal Mule
Served in what looked like a clay mug stolen from an archaeological dig.
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Morales Cocina x Cantina • Wainwright, Alberta
Mamacita Margarita (Spicy)
Tastes like someone bottled the first day of a beach vacation.
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Bodega Ellerslie • Edmonton, Alberta
Caipirão
A mojito that skipped therapy and chose violence.
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Bodega Ellerslie • Edmonton, Alberta
Spanish Old Fashioned
Before long I found myself looking at an empty glass much sooner than expected, which is usually the clearest sign that a cocktail was made exceptionally well.
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Rebel Food & Drink • Edmonton, Alberta
La Madrina
She was absolutely committed to one of the finest displays of deadpan humour I've ever encountered.
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Rebel Food & Drink • Edmonton, Alberta
Marilyn Monroe
The Marilyn Monroe was bright, beautifully balanced, and incredibly smooth.
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