True Grit Brett Saison by Rainhard Brewing, a Review March 22, 2017 | Kole McRae | Leave a comment Rainhard has basically become our “regular” craft brewery. It’s within a reasonable streetcar ride from us and there is always something new and interesting to try when we get there. Today I finally got around to doing a proper tasting of True Grit, a beer they have had for quite some time. I’ve had the… Read More
Biere de Garde by Shacklands Brewing Co, a review March 15, 2017 | Kole McRae | Leave a comment I really like Shacklands. The new brewery on the same block as Rainhard and the upcoming location for Junction Craft Brewing (when they finally cut through all the red tape!) is very unique in its feel and in its beer. The brewery itself is filled to the brim with nostalgia. I don’t want to ruin… Read More
Backyard Beer Tour Toronto, an Experience February 28, 2017 | Kole McRae | Leave a comment During a recent SOBDL event Shawna spun a wheel and won a free tour from the guys behind the Backyard Beer Tour. I decided to tag along and below are my thoughts on the new brewery tour in Toronto. A few important notes: We have been on numerous beer and alcohol tours around the world including… Read More
Limoncello by Dillon’s, a Review February 17, 2017 | Kole McRae | Leave a comment Over the weekend we decided to do a bit of a taste test. We had a bottle of Italian limoncello that Shawna had picked up during a trip to the beautiful country a while back along with a bottle made by Dillon’s. Limoncello is a traditional spirit made mostly with lemons and a few aromatics… Read More
Dolce Piccante Graspa by Vieni Estates February 7, 2017 | Kole McRae | Leave a comment To begin this review I think I should explain the name. A “graspa” isn’t actually a thing that exists. It is a term made up by Vieni Estates for their version of a Grappa. Much like champagne, the term Grappa can only be applied to spirits made in Italy. This “graspa” has had chili peppers… Read More