Chardonnay, an undeniably celebrated wine varietal, has garnered admiration around the globe. With its widespread cultivation, this wine offers many different flavours and styles.
What sets Irish whiskey apart from the others, besides the inclusion of the “e” in the spelling, is a long-standing tradition with unique distillation procedures and a characteristic selection of grains.
Part of our Irish Whiskey Series: Learn about the makings of single pot stilled whiskey!
Here are some fun picks to celebrate the onset of summer this month. We added a touch of pink with June 12th being National Rose Day which also happens to coincide with World Gin Day this year. We certainly cannot forget all the wonderful Dad’s out there who I am sure would enjoy a dram at the end of the day. JAK’S is holding its bi-annual Whisky Sale running from June 10th to the 21st and there are some amazing deals to be had for Dad!
JAK’s Beer Wine Spirits and collaborative partner, Okanagan Crush Pad, launched its collaborative, limited release 2021 Gratitude Wine Collection with four new varietals. Chardonnay 2018, Rosé 2019, Red 2019 and Bubbles 2019 are now available on JAK’s shelves. This wine was created for our community to share Gratitude with loved ones, and that’s exactly what JAK’s is doing this June.
Start the month off with your favourite Margarita to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, treat your mom to something special on May 9th, then following close on its heels, World Whisky Day is on May 15th. Yet, even more celebrations are in store with the long weekend and all this beautiful sunny weather we are having. All in all, May is shaping up to be a fun month. No matter which occasion, we have something for everyone at JAK’s Beer, Wine and Spirits!
Our September Flyer offers some great summer savings. As the days slowly get shorter and we head into the Fall equinox we wanted to offer you some fantastic deals for those patio and end of summer beach moments.
Loubadère Côtes de Gascogne
Loubadère is a small family owned winery tucked away in south-west of France. This lively and fruity white uses a blend of Colombard, Ugni Blanc and Gros Manseng. Showing vibrant citrus notes on the aromas with fresh flavours of pink grapefruit, apple and lemon on the palate. Sunshine in a bottle!
Wild Goose Autumn Gold
This fruity blend of Gewurztraminer, Riesling and Pinot Blanc offers just a hint of sweetness balanced with zesty acidity. An easy drinking wine with fresh notes of ripe apple and stone fruits with a touch of honey. Sweet chili prawns would pair beautifully.
Protea Dry Rose
Dry Rose from South Africa using a blend of 3 classic Rhone varieties. Tangy entry to the mouth showing nectarine, citrus zest along with light fruity hints of plum and red cherry. Juicy acidity lends to a great match for goat cheese and summer salads.
Trapiche Pinot Noir
This Argentinian Pinot Noir is a light and refreshing fruit driven wine. It bursts with a melody of red fruit flavours of strawberry, cherry and ripe plum. An easy drinking style that can be enjoyed on its own. Pinot Noir goes beautifully with chargrilled BC salmon so fire up the barby!
Upper Bench Merlot
This full-flavoured Merlot from Upper Bench Winery in Naramata is super smooth like liquid velvet. Flavours abound with black cherry, dark chocolate, blueberry and cigar box. The sweet spices from 18 months ageing in 30% new French oak come in through the finish.
Shelter Point Wheat Whisky
We are proud to offer this as an Exclusive in collaboration with Shelter Point Distillery. This single cask wheat whisky is a first to be offered by the distillery. Locally sourced wheat was craft distilled and mellowed for 5 and ½ years in ex-Bourbon casks by the sea. Truly a one of a kind, tasting of summer and sea with hints of salinity and sweet honey.
Gosling’s Black Seal Rum
Founded in 1806, this Bermuda rum offers rich flavours of butterscotch, vanilla, charred orange peel and clove. The finish is smooth and spicy. Perfect over crushed ice with ginger beer and a squeeze of lime for that summer Dark and Stormy.
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