Here you’ll find our weekly event schedule, featuring a selection of free tastings that are often hosted, curated, and led by members of our retail team (aka the heartbeat of our little shop). There’s always something open, which means there’s always something to taste!
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening tasting? Here’s our December lineup:
Luckett Vineyards
Thursday, December 4th
11am-2pm
Our friends from Luckett Vineyards will be pouring a delicious selection on this Thursday in December so visit us in store and sip local.
Festive Flavours
Thursday, December 4th
1-3pm
Stop by the shop and discover some festive flavours. Kate Fraser, Spirits Specialist Extraordinaire will be dipping into our Spirits portfolio, showcasing some truly flavourful products.
Barkeep Cocktails
Friday, December 5th
11am-2pm
Our friends Barkeep Cocktails will be pouring their core range in store so swing by and taste these delicious local canned cocktails.
Top Five Wines of 2025
Friday, December 5th
1-3pm
Wine Category Manager Jason MacPhee has complied his favourites wines of 2025; come by and check out what wowed him this past year. Disclaimer: he tastes a lot of wine.
Picks for December
Friday, December 5th
1-3pm
Get ready for December and the holiday season with our Category Manager for Beer and Spirits Lucas Mader. He’s selected six products from our fridges, perfect for this time of year.
Propeller Brewing
Friday, December 5th
1-4pm
Propeller Brewing Company (local beer legends) are popping by to sample some tasty treats across their entire brand portfolio. You won’t want to miss it!
North Brewing Company
Saturday, December 6th
11am-2pm
We’re happy to welcome our pals from North Brewing back to our shop; they’re sampling some beer and canned cocktails so be sure to stop by and try these out.
Holiday Hosting Essentials
Saturday, December 6th
1-3pm
Sommelier Genny will be pouring a lineup of wines you’ll want to break out when hosting this holiday season. Whether it’s dinner, snacks, or just good company, these will do the trick.
Compass Distillers
Saturday, December 6th
2-6pm
Stop by and sip on some tasty local spirits from our pals at Compass Distillers! They’ll be pouring their new Boston Tree Gin, honouring our historied relationship with the city.
Lake City Cider
Tuesday, December 9th
3-5pm
Dartmouth pals Lake City Cider are coming over Halifax-side to sample their locally made cider, perfect for this time of year. Well, anytime of year really. Stop by and check them out!
Chain Yard Cider Inc.
Wednesday, December 10th
4-6pm
North Enders Chain Yard Cider will be joining us in store, pouring a number of goodies that are made right here in Halifax. Break up your week and stop by to try some local cider.
Christmas Negroni
Thursday, December 11th
1-3pm
As we inch closer to the holidays, Spirits Specialist Kate Fraser is here to show you what to pour yourself and guests this time of year. Plus, who doesn’t love a negroni?
Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
Thursday, December 11th
4-7pm
Local producer Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards are pouring your holiday season essentials so join them in store and get into the local spirit!
Barkeep Cocktails
Friday, December 12th
Noon-3pm
Our friends Barkeep Cocktails will be pouring their core range in store so swing by and taste these delicious local canned cocktails.
Bougie Buon Natale!
Friday, December 12th
1-3pm
Sommelier Alanna McIntyre is having herself an Italian Christmas with these *bougie* selections. Curious to know what she’s pouring? Stop by and see taste for yourself!
North Brewing Company
Saturday, December 13th
11am-1pm
We’re happy to welcome our pals from North Brewing back to our shop; they’re sampling
some beer and canned cocktails so be sure to stop by and try these out.
Annual Staff Wish List
Saturday, December 13th
1-3pm
Pop by and take part in Wine Category Manager Jason MacPhee’s annual staff wish list tasting! After polling some senior staff, Jason will pour what these folks are hoping to open this season.
The Thirsty Reader
Saturday, December 13th
1-3pm
Join us in store for a “Scholastic book fair for grown-ups!” The Thirsty Reader will be here alongside some samples courtesy of yours truly. Discover your next favourite book, and wine!
NOA Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Saturday, December 13th
1-4pm
Pop by the shop and explore NOA products. They craft their products without the use of alcohol (many tend to remove alcohol at some point), building complexity in its absence.
Lake City Cider
Monday, December 15th
3-5pm
Over the bridge, our friends Lake City Cider craft tasty local cider in a variety of styles. They’ll be making the trip over and visiting us in store to taste the aforementioned tasty local cider. Stop by!
McClelland Premium Imports
Wednesday, December 17th
3:30-5:30pm
Longtime partners McClelland Premium Imports are stopping by the shop to pour their Stiegl lineup, including the famous Goldbräu lager; come sip and grab a few cans.
Kate’s Favourite Whiskies
Thursday, December 18th
1-3pm
Spirits Specialist Kate Fraser has complied her favourite drams and you just know this won’t be one to miss. Get down to our shop and see what our in house expert is loving this time of year.
Innovative Beverages
Thursday, December 18th
1-5pm
Pop into our shop and have some samples from our friends and longtime partners Innovative Beverages; their lineup with include the long time favourite Zenato Ripassa!
Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards
Friday, December 19th
11-2pm
Local producer Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards are pouring your holiday season essentials so join them in store and get into the local spirit!
Decadent and Luxurious
Friday, December 19th
1-3pm
The name says it all, doesn’t it? Category Manager for Beer and Spirits Lucas Mader is leaning into the chilly weather with some truly decadent and luxurious selections.
Innovative Beverages
Friday, December 19th
2-4pm
Pop into our shop and have some samples from our friends and longtime partners Innovative Beverages; their lineup with include the ever-popular Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc!
Coldstream Clear Distillery
Friday, December 19th
4-7pm
Our distillery pals Coldstream Clear will be in store pouring samples from their vast brand portfolio which includes beer, liqueurs, canned cocktails, spirits, and more!
Chain Yard Cider
Saturday, December 20th
11am-1pm
North End legends Chain Yard Cider will be popping by to sample some of their local cider creations. Make a pit stop during the last weekend before the holidays!
Italian/Slovenian Christmas
Saturday, December 20th
1-3pm
Wine Category Manager Jason MacPhee will be pouring some wines from Italy and Slovenian, just in time for the holiday season! Join us and find that special bottle for your holiday festivities.
Burnside Brewing Company
Saturday, December 20th
4-7pm
Dartmouth friends Burnside Brewing Company will be stopping by during the holidays, pouring some of their most popular brands like Toller, Killick, and more!
Garrison Brewing
Monday, December 22nd
1-4pm
Fellow boardwalk buddies Garrison Brewing will be in store pouring from their collection of delicious brews. Join them in store as we approach the most wonderful time of year.
Innovative Beverages
Monday, December 22nd
4-8pm
Stop by and join our longtime partners Innovative Beverages as they pour some tasty glasses from a favourite of ours: Telmo Rodriguez.
Innovative Beverages
Tuesday, December 23rd
Noon-4pm
Pop into our shop and have some samples from our friends and longtime partners Innovative Beverages; their lineup with include the one of our favourites, Jean-Brocard Chablis!
2025 Wrapped
Tuesday, December 23rd
1-3pm
The moment we’ve all been waiting for: Jason MacPhee’s 2025 Bishop’s Cellar Wrapped! With the holidays just days away, stop by for your last minute stock up and see what Jason loved this year.
Burnside Brewing Company
Saturday, December 27th
Noon-2pm
Our pals Burnside Brewing Company will be making the trip over the bridge to visit us in store, pouring samples of their iconic brews Toller, Killick, and a new favourite: their Czech Pilsner.
Barkeep Cocktails
Wednesday, December 31st
2-5pm
Dartmouth legends Barkeep Cocktails are stopping by for a special New Year’s Eve tasting! Drop by to grab your last minute NYE essentials, including their ready-made cocktails.
Here are some curated selections, just for you.
Pizza Night
Elevate your pizza night with wine that pairs perfectly with your pie. Ciao!
Under $25
Local and under $25? It doesn’t really get much better than that! Discover a local wine that fits your budget.
Top Sellers
We’ve learned is that regardless of whatever is in, these products are never out.
