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Great Seasonal Recipes Classic Roman Bruschetta Shrimp and Potato Salad Strawberry Shortcake Cake The Margarita Cocktail
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Tasting Centre Locations Beddington
8220 Centre Street NE, Calgary 403-299-7764
Crowfoot 39 Crowfoot Way NW, Calgary 403-299-5341
Oakridge
2570 Southland Drive SW, Calgary 403-299-5444
MacTaggart Ridge 5962 Mullen Way, Edmonton 780-432-2258
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A Night in Tuscany Who hasn’t dreamt of spending a night under the Tuscan stars? Let us transport you to the seven hills of Tuscany as we explore the region and its wines. This class will cover everything from great pizza wines to super Tuscans; a must for Italian wine enthusiasts. MacTaggart: April 6, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Chocolate and Cheese – Sweet and Savoury Pairings Here’s a fun evening for you! We are taking two of our most popular food pairing classes and bringing them together for a delicious night of pairings. If you are a chocolate and cheese fan, you can’t miss this class. Crowfoot: April 12, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
A Roman Holiday – Wine Regions Around Rome We are going to take you on a trip. We are going to hold your hand as we stroll through the streets of Rome, visit the Eternal City of fountains and discover awe-inspiring architecture while we sip on the wines of Italy. You’ll discover the flavours of both current and ancient grape varieties and even discover a few that have been growing on the hillsides of Mount Vesuvius for centuries. Oakridge: April 26, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Fancy France If you thought the wines of France were only for connoisseurs, let us show you how people and food-friendly they really are. Trust us when we say there is a wine style for everyone from this wonderful country. Crowfoot: April 26, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
An Evening in the South of France – Avignon and Provence Have you ever dreamt of visiting the South of France or spent an evening sipping wine while the aroma of fresh lavender fills the air? Let our sommelier team transport you to the South of France and explain how this region’s wine pairs perfectly with our Alberta summers. See you on the terrace at seven. Oakridge: April 12, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person BBQ Pairing Basics Do you plan to barbeque this summer? If so, you won’t want to miss this class as we explore a variety classic sauce styles and pairing ideas. You’ll leave this class knowing what to pair with your sweet, savoury and smoky favourites during your next grilling get-together. Beddington: April 27, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Beers of the World Self-professed beer fan or just want to know more? Our Beers of the World wall has grown to over 400 beers. Be sure to take in this class to taste some our sommelier team’s favourite beers, ales and lagers from around the world. Oakridge: April 6, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Guess the Expensive Wine – A Tasting Room Favourite Get ready for a fun night as we ask you to guess which wine is the most expensive wine in the room. Discover how wines of different values compare to each other, if you really can tell the difference and if most expensive always means the best. Beddington: April 13, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Hugo Family Winery We’re excited to welcome Liz and John Hugo, from their family winery in the McLaren Vale, Australia. Spend an entertaining evening with us as Liz and John share tales of their award winning family winery that was started by John’s father over 60 years ago. MacTaggart: April 16, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Crowfoot: April 18, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Ice Cream and Wine Do ice cream and wine go together? You bet they do, and we can’t wait to explore these two favourite things. Join us to discover how we take a childhood delight and put a grown up spin on it. Get your spoons ready. MacTaggart: April 11, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
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Whisky Class – Rare Drams Join our special guest, Bob Kyle, as he joins us to share the single malts from Glencadam and Tomintoul. These whiskies are new to our stores with many that are exclusive to Co-op. We can’t wait for Bob to share them with you. Crowfoot: April 13, 7pm - 9pm • $65 per person
Pop the Prosecco! – Toasting Italy’s Most Famous Bubbles Prosecco is one of the world’s favourite sparkling wine styles. We hope you will join us and spend the evening sipping on some of the popular styles and perhaps even enjoying a cocktail or two. Beddington: April 5, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person MacTaggart: April 27, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Wines of Coastal Spain – Exciting and New Regions Spend the evening with us and see why many wine critics are calling Spain one of the most exciting wine regions of today. We’ll take you on a flavour tour from Barcelona to Jerez and show you why everyone is singing the praises of these exciting new regions down the Mediterranean coast of Spain. Crowfoot: April 5, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Oakridge: April 20, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Beddington: April 25, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person MacTaggart: April 25, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Rosé 101 – Pink is Not for Sissies Do you think that all pink wines are sweet and created only for your aunt to sip at wedding showers? We will change your mind and show you why sommeliers around the world are encouraging wine people to venture out of their comfort zone and partake in this pink stuff with pride. Come on, give them chance! Beddington: April 26, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Spy Valley, New Zealand Join our guest, Peter Rawling from New Zealand, as he shares the stories and the wines from this iconic New Zealand winery. He’ll also share some fun secrets and let you in on the story of the supposed spy tracking station close by. Don’t miss this evening of great wines. Oakridge: April 9, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Understanding Organic Wines This class will take the fascinating topic of organic wines and add a spin to it. Organic wines are some of the most misunderstood topics in the wine world. We have decided to spend this class making sense of it all and then blind taste both organic and non-classified organic wines to see if you can taste the difference. Are you ready? MacTaggart: April 19, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Beddington: April 20, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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Wines of J. Lohr Vineyards and Vines We know you love their wines, so join us and help us welcome Shaune Zeleny, from the J. Lohr vineyards in California. We will spend the evening tasting the wines and hearing the stories of over three decades of wine making. Crowfoot: April 9, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Wines of New Zealand New Zealand wines have loyal fans all over the world. We know that many of you live right here in Alberta. Spend the evening with us as we tour both the North and South Islands and sample a selection of world class wines from this exciting wine country. If you think all they do is Sauvignon Blanc, be prepared to be impressed! Beddington: April 12, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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Women and Wine – A Celebration of Great Women We’ve taken a new spin on this favourite class. Get ready for some girlfriend fun as we share the stories and celebrate the wines made by some of the most amazing women from around the world. Crowfoot: April 20, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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Did you know that Bruschetta is a traditional Italian appetizer that originated from Central Italy, and can track its origins back to the 15th century, or before? Its name is derived from the Latin word Bruscare, which means to toast or burn and was traditionally used to test olive oil. As the olives were being pressed, growers would place stale bread over the fireplace to warm and then drizzle with oil and rub with garlic. They then had a tasty toasted bread to use as a base for tomatoes and herbs. This classic recipe became very popular with North American dining habits in the early 1900’s. The appetizer is such a popular part of Roman life that in 1997, the bread pane casereccio di Genzano which it is classically served on, was given IGP status (protected geographic indication) which means the recipe is protected and enforced by law.
Classic Roman Bruschetta Loaf of firm bread Several cloves of garlic, peeled Extra virgin olive oil 3 - 4 ripe Roma tomatoes Fresh basil Dried oregano Slice bread into 3/4” slices. Grill, toast or broil until bread is a deep golden brown. Rub toasts with whole garlic clove and drizzle with oil.
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Chop tomatoes and add in minced fresh basil, mix in pinch of oregano to taste. Discover wine in a whole new way with our Discovery Wine Packs. Learn about a selection of six different wine styles and delicious food pairings selected monthly by our sommelier team.
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P a i r w i t h y o u r f av o u r i t e s pa r k l i n g or c r i s p w h i t e w i n e Shrimp and Potato Salad Recipe from Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards, California
Serves 6 - 8 2 lbs creamer potatoes 3/4 cup shelled spring peas 1 lb cooked shrimp 2 tsp sweet onion, minced
1/2 cup green or red pepper, chopped 1/3 cup sour cream 2/3 cup mayonnaise
Salt and pepper 6 - 8 whole bib lettuce leaves, washed and dried
Steam the potatoes in a large size covered pot. Cook them until tender, cooking times will vary depending on the size of the potatoes. Remove the potatoes from the pot and allow to cool. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into bite size pieces. If the peas are fresh, steam them for 4-6 minutes. If the peas are frozen, defrost and dry them. In a large bowl combine the potatoes, shrimp, green/red pepper and onion. Season with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, lightly whisk the heavy cream until frothy. Add the sour cream to the whipping cream and whisk them together.
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page 1 of 2, continued on page 10 A Roman Holiday – Wine Regions Around Rome We are going to take you on a trip. We are going to hold your hand as we stroll through the streets of Rome, visit the Eternal City of fountains and discover awe-inspiring architecture while we sip on the wines of Italy. You’ll discover the flavours of both current and ancient grape varieties and even discover a few that have been growing on the hillsides of Mount Vesuvius for centuries. MacTaggart: May 11, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Beddington: May 25, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Chocolate and Cheese – Sweet and Savoury Pairings Here’s a fun evening for you! We are taking two of our most popular food pairing classes and bringing them together for a delicious night of pairings. If you are a chocolate and cheese fan, you can’t miss this class. Oakridge: May 11, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person MacTaggart: May 25, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
ABC’s of Australia – Exploring the Basics We’re taking you on a tour of the outback in this fun class that highlights key growing regions and styles of one of the world’s leading winemaking countries. Get ready for fabulous stories and a wine tasting adventure, mate. Beddington: May 4, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Cinco de Mayo – A Celebration of Tequila Are you a tequila fan, or just want to learn more about the spirits first made by the Aztecs? Come out for an evening of Mexican festivities as we celebrate this annual holiday with a terrific tequila tasting and a margarita or two. Crowfoot: May 4, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person MacTaggart: May 4, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
Battle of Canada – East vs. West Here’s where wine gets interesting! We will be doing a varietal blind taste of red and white wines from Canada’s East and West provinces and then decide which coast proves to be most popular. This evening is true exhibition of the excellence in winemaking talents we have in our great country. Crowfoot: May 10, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Fancy French If you thought the wines of France were only for connoisseurs, let us show you how people and food-friendly they really are. Trust us when we say there is a wine style for everyone from this wonderful country. Oakridge: May 31, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
Beers of the World Self-professed beer fan or just want to know more? Our Beers of the World wall has grown to over 400 beers. Be sure to take in this class to taste some our sommelier team’s favourite beers, ales and lagers from around the world. Beddington: May 31, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Guess the Expensive Wine – A Tasting Room Favourite Get ready for a fun night as we ask you to guess which wine is the most expensive wine in the room. Discover how wines of different values compare to each other, if you really can tell the difference and if most expensive always means the best. Oakridge: May 3, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Big Reds for Summer Our Big Reds class is always a favourite, so we’ve tweaked it a bit to give it a summertime twist. We’ll be sharing a collection of our biggest and boldest for summertime sipping. We’ll warn you now though – don’t wear white… Oakridge: May 16, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Margarita Madness – The Cocktail that Inspired the Song We’re bringing Margaritaville to Calgary in this fun evening that celebrates one of the most beloved cocktails of the summer. Join us as we sample and sip classic and unique recipes that will have you humming Jimmy Buffett songs, tapping your toes and dreaming of cocktails in the sun. Crowfoot: May 31, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
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Sushi and Wine If you’re a sushi fan, you must mark this date in your calendar. We are going to take some of the most popular sushi dishes and pair them up with our delicious wines, beers and likely a sake or two. Crowfoot: May 9, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person
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Zazzy Zins – Summertime’s BFF Wine If your favourite cooking technique is BBQ and you love to entertain, then you’ll want to come to this class. We are going to showcase the juicy, spicy, smoking and sultry side of this zinfully delicious red grape. You’ll leave with a better understanding of why we call Zinfandel, the summer season’s BFF. Crowfoot: May 16, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Oakridge: May 25, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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True Southern BBQ – With JoJo’s BBQ Calgary’s very own BBQ Queen Jody Barned will bring her award-winning Southern BBQ, Chariot of Smoke, and secrets to the Tasting Centre. This class is a must for all BBQ fans. Just wait until you see what we’re grilling and pairing up for you. Crowfoot: May 24, 7pm - 9pm • $50 per person
Wines of New Zealand New Zealand wines have loyal fans all over the world. We know that many of you live right here in Alberta. Spend the evening with us as we tour both the North and South Islands and sample a selection of world class wines from this exciting wine country. If you think all they do is Sauvignon Blanc, be prepared to be impressed! Oakridge: May 24, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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We joined the wine locker program in May 2012, at the recommendation of our friends. The wines selected for us have been excellent and our sommelier has been a wealth of information when it comes to pairing wine for our special occasions and parties. – Karen and Dave
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A Sommelier Team Favourite. Enjoy with your favourite strawberry beer or sparkling wine.
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Strawberry Shortcake Cake 1 cup all purpose flour 1 Tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup butter 1 egg 1/3 cup half and half 1/2 cup whipping cream 2 - 4 cups sliced strawberries
Vanilla ice cream if desired Chocolate syrup
In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, vanilla and salt. Cut in 1/4 of the sugar until mixture looks like large crumbs. In a separate bowl, mix the egg and half and half. Combine the ingredients of both dishes together slowly. Spread mixture into 6” round baking pan that has been sprayed or buttered. Bake at 450°C for 13 - 15 minutes until nicely golden and pulling away slightly from edges. Let cool for 15 minutes before removing to cooling rack. Mix whipping cream and add sugar and a touch of vanilla, if desired. Cut cake into two, slicing through the middle horizontally. Place bottom layer on serving plate and then spread with a light layer of butter (this will keep the berries from seeping through too quickly). Top with 1/2 strawberries and whipped cream. Place the other cake layer on top of mixture and repeat layering berries and whipped cream. Variations – for fun, try mixing in some orange peels into the sliced strawberries, drizzling a 1/4 cup of orange liqueur over the berries or sprinkling the finished cake with dark and white chocolate.
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The M a r g a r i ta Co c k ta i l Trivia • The Margarita is one of the world’s most popular cocktails and the most popular cocktail in the United States. • C redit for its creation goes to Dallas socialite Margarita Sames, who in 1948, created the drink at her vacation home in Acapulco for friends, when she was trying to make them something new. • The first blended margarita machine was invented in 1971 and was based on the soft-serve ice cream machine. • O n average Americans consume 185,000 Margaritas per hour (Source: Brown-Forman, 2008) • National Margarita Day is celebrated on February 22. • J immy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant in Orlando, Florida, held a nine year record for the largest margarita ever concocted – 7,038 gallons or 26,744 litres.
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2 ounces tequila 1 ounce Cointreau (orange flavoured liqueur) Fresh lime juice to taste Kosher salt and 2 lime wedges.
4 cups watermelon cut into small chunks
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1 ounce peach schnapps
3 medium sized limes, 2 squeezed for juice and one for garnish
2 ounces sweet and sour mix or fresh lime juice
8 ounces tequila
1 cup frozen fresh peaches – slices or chunks
Run lime wedge around the edge of glass and rim glass with salt. Place ice cubes in glass. Shake ingredients over crushed ice, strain and pour into glass with ice cubes. Garnish with lime wedge.
5 ounces Triple Sec Kosher salt In a blender, purée watermelon and sugar until smooth. Strain mixture through mesh strainer. Put liquid into pitcher and add fresh lime juice, tequila and 4 ounces of the Triple Sec. Stir to fully combine. For a thicker drink you can serve watermelon purée without straining.
1 tsp sugar or to taste 1 cup crushed ice 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice (to taste, will make the drink sweeter) Put all ingredients into a blender and purée until smooth. Rim glass with sugar if desired and garnish with a peach slice and cherry.
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June Tastings 95+ Point Wines Let us wow you with a collection of wines that are rated between 95 and 100 points, by the most respected wine judges from around the world. If you’ve ever wanted to try some special wines from behind the glass, this is your chance! Seating is limited. MacTaggart: June 7, 7pm - 9pm • $145 per person
Beers of the World for Summer Our sommelier team loves their beer. Come to the tasting room and try some of their favourite choices for summer from our Beers of the World Wall. If you’re a beer enthusiast of any level, you won’t want to miss this class. Crowfoot: June 14, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
A Roman Holiday – Wine Regions Around Rome We are going to take you on a trip. We are going to hold your hand as we stroll through the streets of Rome, visit the Eternal City of fountains and discover awe-inspiring architecture while we sip on the wines of Italy. You’ll discover the flavours of both current and ancient grape varieties and even discover a few that have been growing on the hillsides of Mount Vesuvius for centuries. Crowfoot: June 1, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Big Reds for Summer Our Big Reds class is always a favourite, so we’ve tweaked it a bit to give it a summertime twist. We’ll be sharing a collection of our biggest and boldest for summertime sipping. We’ll warn you now though – don’t wear white… Beddington: June 1, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
ABC’s of Australia – Exploring the Basics We’re taking you on a tour of the outback in this fun class that highlights key growing regions and styles of one of the world’s leading winemaking countries. Get ready for fabulous stories and a wine tasting adventure, mate. MacTaggart: June 15, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person An Evening in the South of France – Avignon and Provence Have you ever dreamt of visiting the South of France or spent an evening sipping wine while the aroma of fresh lavender fills the air? Let our sommelier team transport you to the South of France and explain how this region’s wine pairs perfectly with our Alberta summers. See you on the terrace at seven. Crowfoot: June 7, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Battle of Canada – East vs. West Here’s where wine gets interesting! We will be doing a varietal blind taste of red and white wines from Canada’s East and West provinces and then decide which coast proves to be most popular. This evening is true exhibition of the excellence in winemaking talents we have in our great country. MacTaggart: June 8, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
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Hostess with the Most-“est” – Simply Elegant Entertaining We’re teaming up with the amazing party planners of Simply Elegant Entertaining to bring you an evening of great wines and entertaining hints and tips. We’ll be sharing the best trends in wines and party planning. Get your girlfriends together and come channel your inner Martha with us! Beddington: June 6, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person IPA – The World’s Most Popular Craft Beer Beer fans of every level will love this class as we showcase craft IPA (Indian Pale Ale) beer styles that are exciting beer enthusiasts around the globe. IPA’s are currently the most popular craft beer style. Spend the evening with us and we will show you why. Oakridge: June 7, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Island Wines Great wines are grown on islands all around the world. We thought it would be fun to spend the evening showcasing why islands make great wine regions and, of course, the delicious styles that come from them. Join us as we circle the globe to Australia and back in what is sure to be an adventure in flavours. MacTaggart: June 13, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Perfect Picnic Pairings A great picnic is one of life’s simplest and most divine pleasures. Join us to celebrate International Picnic Day with a class that will help you plan and pair for a perfect afternoon in the park. Beddington: June 14, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person
Sushi and Wine If you’re a sushi fan, you must mark this date in your calendar. We are going to take some of the most popular sushi dishes and pair them up with our delicious wines, beers and likely a sake or two. Oakridge: June 8, 7pm - 9pm • $35 per person True Southern BBQ – With JoJo’s BBQ Calgary’s very own BBQ Queen Jody Barned will bring her award-winning Southern BBQ, Chariot of Smoke, and secrets to the Tasting Centre. This class is a must for all BBQ fans. Just wait until you see what we’re grilling and pairing up for you. Oakridge: June 15, 7pm - 9pm • $50 per person Wines for Summer – $25 and Under Our sommelier team shares some of their favourite summer wine picks and the best part is that they’re all under $25.00. Join us for this class that is easy on your wallet and delicious in your glass. Oakridge: June 1, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Wines of the Calgary Stampede – Wine Garden Preview Did you know you can find our sommelier team at Stampede Park during the 2013 Calgary Stampede? Drop by the Wine Garden or let us bring the Stampede to you in our Crowfoot Tasting Centre where we will give you a sneak peak of this year’s wine garden picks. Crowfoot: June 20, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Women and Wine – A Celebration of Great Women We’ve taken a new spin on this favourite class. Get ready for some girlfriend fun as we share the stories and celebrate the wines made by some of the most amazing women from around the world. MacTaggart: June 1, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Zazzy Zins – Summertime’s BFF Wine If your favourite cooking technique is BBQ and you love to entertain, then you’ll want to come to this class. We are going to showcase the juicy, spicy, smoking and sultry side of this zinfully delicious red grape. You’ll leave with a better understanding of why we call Zinfandel, the summer season’s BFF. MacTaggart: June 5, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person Beddington: June 7, 7pm - 9pm • $25 per person 19
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Discover wine in a whole new way with our Discovery Wine Packs. Learn about a selection of six different wine styles and delicious food pairings selected monthly by our sommelier team.
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Enjoy a monthly selection of wine from your own private wine locker chosen by our in-house sommeliers based on your taste profile. See page 27 for details.
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Visit our Tasting Centres on Thursdays from 4pm - 7pm to see which wine, spirits or beer we are highlighting for the week.
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Tea Cocktails
Granita
While tea can trace it roots back over 5,000 years, iced tea did not come onto the drink scene until the late 1800’s when loose green tea was used as an ingredient in popular tea punches. In 1904, sweet iced tea was shown at the World’s Fair in St. Louis and from there grew in popularity.
A semi-frozen dessert made from water, sugar and various flavourings. Granita’s have a shaved ice texture and originally were made in Sicily, Italy.
These tea cocktails are perfect for quenching your thirst on a warm day . Enjoy!
Royal Tea
Mint Julep Sweet Tea
Amaretto Coffee Granita
Watermelon, Basil and Lime Granita
makes one serving
makes four servings
makes four servings
makes four servings
2 ounces gin 2 ounces brewed and chilled Earl Grey Tea Squeeze of lemon to taste Lime slice as garnish
1/2 cup loose packed fresh mint leaves 1 medium lemon thinly sliced 2 Tbsp sugar 3 cups brewed and chilled black tea 1 cup bourbon Crushed or cubed ice Mint sprigs and lemon slices for garnish
1 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 3 cups brewed coffee (strong) 1/3 cup amaretto
4 cups cubed watermelon 8 fresh finely chopped basil leaves 1/3 cup vodka 1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water
Put mint leaves, sugar and lemon slices into pitcher. Muddle fruit with muddler or push fruit into the sides of pitcher to bring out fresh flavours and combine. Work until sugar is fully dissolved.
Remove from heat. Stir in coffee and amaretto. Pour into shallow pan or dish. Cool, cover and place in freezer. Freeze for 2 - 4 hours fluffing mixture with a fork often to create rough texture. Serve in dishes or glasses with cookie on the side.
Pour all ingredients over ice filled old-fashioned glass. Stir gently. Garnish with lime wheel.
Pour tea and bourbon over fruit mixture and stir. Fill glasses with crushed or cubed ice, garnish with fresh mint sprig and lemon wedge, and serve immediately. 24
Combine water and sugar together in saucepan or microwaveable dish. Heat and stir until sugar is fully dissolved. This makes your base syrup.
Make simple syrup as instructed in above recipe. Let cool. Mix all ingredients together in blender until fully blended. Pour into shallow dish or pan. Freeze for 2 - 4 hours using fork often to create rough texture. Spoon into martini glasses and garnish with basil leaf. Serve immediately.
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Calling all Cabernet Cowboys and Frontier Foodies Join Calgary Co-op in the Western Oasis during the Calgary Stampede – BMO Centre, Stampede Park
Personalize Your
Wine Experience Let us help you build your personal collection to your palate in just
three easy steps.
Wine Garden - Daily: 4 pm to 7:30 pm Hang your hat for a spell and savour some fine wines from Co-op Wine Spirits Beer. Drop in for special “tastings and teachings.” An elegant way to whet your whistle.
July 5-14, 2013
Calgary Co-op Kitchen Theatre - Daily: 4:30 pm Mosey on down to see the city’s top chefs, including Co-op Executive Chef, John Humphreys, teach you to make inspiring meals with enticing ingredients found at your local Co-op.
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Ways to Taste Tasting Events
Our in-house professionally created series of wine, spirits and beer events will inspire enthusiasts of all levels. These events will be held at our Tasting Centres and will be presented in a fun and fresh way that will ensure you have a fabulous time, try some great products and learn something new. Topics will vary between centres so be sure to check the calendar for class times and locations. See location calendars in this booklet for events and dates.
Tasting Thursdays
Visit one of our Tasting Centres on Thursdays from 4pm to 7pm to see which wine, spirits or beer we are highlighting for the week.
Private Wine Locker Program
Co-op Wine Spirits Beer Tasting Event Rules and Regulations All event participants at our Tasting Centres will receive a 10% shopping discount to be used after their event. All participants of Co-op Wine Spirits Beer events must be 18 years of age or older and may be required to show identification. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to postpone or cancel events. Customers will be notified as quickly as possible and given the option of being reimbursed for their tickets or rebooking into another event. We regret that we do not offer refunds for missed classes. Refunds or alternate events may be offered if notified 48 hours prior to the event.
The Private Wine Locker Program is a fully-personalized wine experience that allows each locker member to choose wine varietals, vintages, countries and styles. You can then enjoy having new bottles selected for you and placed directly in your locker based on your own personal wish list.
As all events involve the consumption of alcohol, we remind you that your well-being is of the utmost concern to us and ask that you arrange for transportation to and from the event should you require it.
The Grape Escape
All tasting events begin at 7pm unless otherwise stated. We ask that you please arrive promptly, so you and others can fully appreciate the event. We also ask that you refrain from wearing heavily scented perfumes or colognes. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Our signature bi-annual wine, spirits and beer festival. Mark your calendars for the next Grape Escape. Edmonton, October 18 and 19, 2013 Calgary, November 15 and 16, 2013 Visit coopwinespiritsbeer.com or see back page for more details.
Class and event prices do not include GST.
World of Whisky and Cognac Gala
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r e v o c s i D s e t s a T r You
Join us for a spectacular tasting that features a dazzling array of whiskies from around the world, cognacs and dinner.
Discover wine in a whole new way with our Discovery Wine Packs! Purchase your Discovery Wine Pack, sold in specially marked wine bags and learn about a selection of six different wine styles and delicious food pairings selected monthly by our sommelier team.
Edmonton, November 2, 2013 Calgary, November 9, 2013 To purchase tickets, or for more information about events and classes, visit us online at coopwinespiritsbeer.com, email wsevents@calgarycoop.com or call 403-238-0446 ext. 205 in Calgary or 780-432-2258 in Edmonton. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Payment is due at time of booking.
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the Grape Escape
Join us at the Grape Escape brought to you by Co-op Wine Spirits Beer. Spend an evening sampling and learning about a seemingly endless selection of premium wine, spirits and beer from over 60 producers. Tickets are available at all Co-op Wine Spirits Beer locations.
Edmonton
October 18 and 19, 2013 • 5pm to 9pm Expo Centre, Edmonton Northlands
Calgary
November 15 and 16, 2013 • 5pm to 9pm BMO Centre, Stampede Park
Wine Spirits Beer Festival An event for Co-op members and their guests.
Visit coopwinespiritsbeer.com for more details.