I found this gem at the Ardrossan Farmer's Market. They…read morewere pouring samples of gin and vodka. Naturally, I was drawn to the purple colored gin. It makes a delicious gin and tonic. I think it would be pretty in a martini glass. The staff was really nice. Tge website is easy to navigate. Price is good too.

I have went here two times and each time has been phenomenal. They have the best service I have…read moreever experienced at any craft distillery or brewery anywhere. I picked this place for my birthday two years ago because their story stuck out to me on the website and I never regretted that decision. I like that if you don't like a drink, that they will replace it and not charge you for that drink so that you will go outside of your comfort zone. Also like that there is no children allowed. Each time I go, we bring back a few bottles. Also don't be afraid to try the cocktails too!

We absolutely love Hansen's. Our first experience at Hansen's was a tour of the distillery. We…read morehad such a great time! The bar in the front is great for date night, drinks with coworkers, girls night! Bartender Rylan is really knowledgeable and makes really cool drinks. We were fortunate enough to win their Mother's Day contest last year and spend time learning how to make drinks and what makes sets apart the good drinks from the amazing ones. Recommendations: Morning Glory, Purple Cow and the Barn Owl Vodka.

I absolutely love what they are trying to accomplish here in Old Strathcona. This area is…read moregentrifying and "Spirits" is a great addition. I attended a tour and tasting and was properly impressed. Thanks to Chelsea who was an exceptional hostess. I'm not a big vodka fan, but Holy Moly! This stuff is delicious. Just sipping it straight is delightful. The gin was also as intriguing. So complex. So very smooth. Finally, the smokey, aged gin. Gorgeous colour and aromas. I'm dreaming of the cocktails I can build with this bottle. It's more expensive than the vodka and gin, but this is a lovingly crafted product that really speaks for itself. You just have to taste it. Gosh, did I taste lavender? Who knows. It's a big dream for this outfit. I wish them every success. I know they'll have a huge fan base very soon.

Strathcona Spirits, Edmonton's first distillery! Found in the heart of Old Strathcona, this teeny…read moretiny distillery produces a vodka, a gin and a barrel aged gin. All the spirits are smooth with botanicals that are foraged right here in YEG. You can pop on to get a tour of the small space. Self proclaimed point and spin tour with a lot of humour in here too. You can purchase in the distillery and at most local liquor stores. I really like the merch they sell too. I have an eye on a hoody from there. Worth checking out of you have an interest in alcohol or a love of local.

It's one of my favourite booth at the market. They have a…read morevery good selection of amazing alcoholic beverages! You can ask them for sample and the staff is very nice and helpful. They have decorated the booth very nice and it has a nice cozy atmosphere! I have tried a lot of their drinks and I highly recommend the place! You won't regret!

The ambiance here is light and fun. Behind the bar you will find bottles of their products in all…read moresorts of different colours. It's a very nice place to just order a few drinks and relax with some friends. The owners are brothers and both very friendly. They came around and chatted with everyone. If you're sitting at the bar, the bartenders will walk you through the creation of the drinks you ordered. I got to do a tour of the distillery and also a informational demonstration of how the infusion process works. Darin was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in answering questions. There are many different drinks to choose from and they come in a variety of colours and flavours. I had the Mamas Lemonade Ice Cream Float and it featured ice cream from local Edmonton store Kind. It was delicious. The Campbell's Negroni was quite good but very strong.

Brought the hubs and tween daughter to MD Distillery on Canada Day for something special given all…read morethe activity and fireworks cancellations due to the COVID pandemic. Find them tucked into the business park just off Campbell Road and the Anthony Henday behind Servus Place Rec Centre. As soon as you walk in, you are transported to a modern and clean neighbourhood distillery and foodie delight! MD Distillery is home to Still ONE spirits. I definitely need to look into taking a tour here. I highly recommend you order a flight and a specialty cocktail! For our first visit we shared a juice, a cocktail, a flight, a main, a salad, three shareables, and a dessert. Basically a little sampling of heaven! Let's break it down: Perfect Pear - 1.5 oz. MD dry gin, 1 oz. pear brandy, lemon juice, simple syrup, Prosecco, and torched house foam. This cocktail was PEARfectly smooth and something I'd order again and again! The presentation was beautiful and everything I look for in a specialty cocktail. $15 Next up was our flight - we selected 1 gin, 1 lemon cello, and 2 vodkas. Really fun and a great way to try a variety of their spirits. Definitely save some sips to savour with your meal to bring out different notes! $12 Bread and Butter - The tween gobbled this up and hubs and I barely got a piece each. Everything is house made here even the butter is whipped in house! $4 Crispy Potatoes - Truffled aoili and ketchup. Again, like everything else, housemade with love and bursting with flavor. $6 Bacon Wrapped Plums - Roasted cauliflower and hazelnut dukkah. Delicious! If you've never ordered these anywhere, you are definitely missing out! A great savory and sweet shareable. $12 Beet & Hemp Crusted Goat Cheese - Onion jam, greens, and balsamic vinaigrette. This was probably my favourite dish of the whole meal: I just loooooove a warm goat cheese paired with beets. My personal preference would be for a bit more acidic notes but hubs loved it just the way it was. The golden beets mixed with the traditional reds was a nice touch. $16 Pierogi - Potato and farmers cheese dumplings, caramelized onion, smoked salmon, and Evoolution dill olive oil. This isn't a dish I'd normally order but my daughter had her heart set on it. Everything was cooked to perfection and presented with care. I'm not a big dill fan personally but it was a hot overall with the fam jam. $18 And last but not least, Rosemary Panna Cotta - Passionfruit coulis, white chocolate ganache, and chocolate crumb. OH.EM.ROSEMARY.GEE. I'd come here again and again for this dessert and the beet salad alone! $9 And let's not forget the wonderful servers/bartenders and chefs. We've really lucked out with this local gem that captures everything I love about exquisite food while escaping any sense of pretentiousness. I can't wait to see what they come up with next. Be sure to follow them on FB and Insta for current creations! Can't wait to go back - Two thumbs way up! P.S. Maple Still ONE vodka for the Canada win!

I've never been stopped from doing drunk reviews. I love…read morethis Raspberry vodka. I only needed 2 ice cubes and a squirt of soda water. I could totes do this on the rocks. Then....AND THEN! I tried the peach vodka. OMG. So delicious. I tried it neat, rocks and press. Love it. I mixed a shot of each and pressed some soda. Yumdileeitious!! Can't wait to buy the gin. I had a little taster at the farmer's market and enjoyed the fruity botanicals. Good job District. !!!!!

If you're craving a good smash burger and a time-travelling trip back to the 1970s, this is the…read moreplace for you! I was visiting Edmonton on a work trip and was brought here by a coworker. What a hoot! I had a smile on my face from the moment we walked in til we left. There's nothing like being time warped into the 1970s and watching old cartoons and advertisements on the TVs while eating your dinner or having a drink. Everything from the color scheme to the light fixtures to the trinkets collected behind the bar screams 1970s, and made for a fun, goofy, comforting nostalgia. We started with drinks at the bar while we waited for a table. They have a good selection of local brews as well as cocktails. Even the names of the drinks made me smile. I got the "dirty shiddy martini." Then we moved to our table in the "rumpus room." The menu is no-frills and straightforward. Not a ton of options, but you're there for a burger! They have vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options to make everyone happy. We each got a burger Alabama style, split some fries with "flat sauce," and added a giant pickle on a stick for shids and giggles. Delicious, it all hit the spot! Staff is friendly and quick. It will be busy when you go so just enjoy the experience!

This is the fourth time I came to shiddys to be wildly disappointed. Yes they are busy, but run…read morelike a cafeteria and my party was asked to "leave" after a period of time to make room for other groups. I have been in the restaurant/pub industry for most my life. This is a pub not a high scale restaurant. Clearly about making money and will not get my business or recommendation again.

I was super interested in the garlic vodka for Caesar's and it does not disappoint! They use red…read moreRussian garlic and it's all cut by hand! For the berry ones they do them seasonally- they use Evans Cherries in their cherry vodka. Any fruit comes from the local area. And they do lots of local sourcing for their ingredients and collaborations. Double double is their version of Baileys- but better than Baileys! The last time we went they even had a carrot cake chai version and it was so delightful! Sugar beet brum (rum), traditionally made with sugar cane, they use a more local ingredient: Sugar Beets from Southern Alberta. A-freaking-mazing! Such a clear crisp taste, perfect on the rocks. Their wheat comes from across the road at a local farmers: Schneider's Farms. And a family fungi farm grows oyster mushrooms on their spent grain- very cool! They have been open since Oct 2017 officially. In over 700 liquor stores in Alberta. Over 30 products, from vodka, gin, and a line of whiskey. I loved the named areas or equipment - that was adorable and made it really unique! Jelly Bean brewery spot, to the mid still Schatzi. I will definitely be back for some Christmas gift shopping and to bring some friends to their tasting room and gift shop. Nisku isn't that far away! Their space is stunning! I love the outdoor entering area, even a Teepee used for ceremonies. They have a beautiful upstairs area you can rent. And fantastic open taproom dining and of course a great tour area. Our distillery tour was top notch! Amazing story teller, full of knowledge and experiences. It made it so much more than just a tour of the distillery and the processes. Would highly recommend a tour!

Horrible service, the food was terrible, won't ever visit again. Don't waste your time at this…read moreplace.

loved, loved, loved the Tumbler & Rocks classic cocktails Espresso Martini that I tried at the…read moreMinnesota Monthly Spirits Classic in Minneapolis at Orchestra Hall. What a fun gathering. This cocktail stood out. The Tumbler & Rocks Espresso Martini was mixed with Moose Milk Creme Liqueur from Elk Island Spirits Co. EXCELLENT.

Parking available right in front of the store. Bartender…read morewas nice and let us sample before we bought. Love love the Two Bean Brew. Such a nice flavor even on its own but it was recommended we mix with ice cream! Would be a cool place to grab a drink but it was quite the disaster when we came - boxes and packing materials everywhere.