Debbie’s Holiday Picks
Bulwark Winter Cider Limited Release
The arrival of the Bulwark Winter Cider is a sure sign the festive season has arrived. This limited-edition cider is an ideal gift for all the special elves on your Christmas list. It’s a well-balanced blend of freshly pressed apples from the Annapolis Valley which are infused with cinnamon and nutmeg.
Its smooth sweet taste and character has a depth of flavour that will make you almost wish winter would keep going a little longer.
Moosehead Small Batch Fruitcake Inspired Belgian Quadrupel
Nothing tastes better than supporting local during the holiday season and our sister province has gifted us with an amazing Christmas inspired beer.
This Belgian Quadrupel from New Brunswick, pours true to its style with rich malty flavours and medium bitterness but has a unique blend nutmeg, cinnamon and clove added to the mix. Its relatively light-bodied considering its impressive 9.5% abv and pairs well with full flavored cheese, cured meat or alongside a traditional Christmas pudding.
The Moosehead Belgian Fruitcake beer is a great gift for those new to the beer world or those enthusiasts looking to try something fun and festive during the holiday season.
Colliding Tides Frosted Cranberry Holiday Pack
Just in time for the Christmas season, PEI Brewing Company has released a their limited-edition Colliding Tides Frosted Cranberry Holiday Pack.
It’s a mouth-watering combination of vodka, cranberry, and citrus with just the right amount of sweetness and carbonation. With a subtle sweetness and refreshing carbonation, Frosted Cranberry Twist pairs well with an assortment of holiday treats which makes it a great tag along to any holiday gathering.
Bottega Gold Prosecco
The Bottega Prosecco comes dressed to impress in all its golden holiday splendor. This classic premium quality wine is perfect for ringing in the New Year and will bring a festive touch to any holiday gathering.
The Bottega is fresh and crisp with floral, citrus and pear aromas. It has a bright and lively character with a creamy texture and crunchy orchard fruit on the palate. This Italian bubbly pairs well with raw fish dishes, risotto and prosciutto.
Treat yourself to a New Year’s Eve feast of Bottega Gold Prosecco and a PEI Smoked Salmon and Oyster Bar.
Santa Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
The Season of Sparkle gets a bit brighter with a glass of Santa Margherita bubbly in your glass! This is a dry prosecco with aromas of delicate pear, pink grapefruit and apple notes. There are fine lively bubbles on the palate with minerality and bright lemon notes on the finish. The Santa Margherita is produced in the stunning Valdobbiadene region of Veneto, Italy. It offers outstanding value in the world of sparkling wine.
The Santa Margherita has an amazing affinity to pair with a variety of food flavors and textures. This bubbly is a perfect companion to prosciutto, seafood or Christmas brunch frittata. Try adding Santa Margherita Prosecco in the Sparkling Pomegranate Punch recipe.
Bollinger Special Cuvee NV
From the whisper of the cork being released, to the sparkle of the wine in the glass it’s always a special occasion when Bollinger Champagne is poured! Bollinger is a classic champagne blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. It shows an amazing balance of powerful sophistication and complex structure. There are enticing aromas of ripe fruit, brioche and apple. The palate dances with pinpoint mousse and shows flavors of pear, spice and walnut on the lengthy finish.
The Bollinger is a perfect pairing for fireside sharing or an exceptional companion with Island seafood.