I owe it to the staff at Nightingale introducing this distillery to me. I never would have heard…read moreof them. When the opportunity to see this ditillery came up because I would be In Campbell River, this was a no brainer. I knew what I wanted, so I came away with three single malts. Smoke Point, which is an Islay style but smoked with driftwood, Classic Single Malt, and 10 Year Old Estate Whiskey. The gentleman helping me out was very friendly. They are known as a field-to-flask or grain-to-glass distillery. They grow their own grains to make the product and is disilled on site. All of the whiskies are overproof, with some more so than others. Enjoy responsibly.

What a random find! We stopped in to check it out and went on a short tour. The gentleman running…read morethe tour was most enthusiastic about the product and took us through how it is made. I definitely learned something! He answered all of our questions and gave us some samples. They have many varieties of triple distilled flavoured vodkas as well as a single malt whiskey. There is a room for weddings and the outdoor patio is blooming with flowers. A very nice venue!

Really nice selection of wines! Got the Butter Chardonnay…read morerecommended by the staff- very rich, buttery and full just how I like it. $33 The Paul AMAW Viognier was really interesting- medium bodies, smooth and a tad fruity with nectarine notes Liberty School CabSav was also on point. Very smooth, not super tannic (personally I'm not a fan of very tannic wines so this was ), and a hint of sweetness balancing out the full body of the wine. This one was also recommended by the staff - who seem to be very knowledgeable about the products they carry

2 words: Craft Beer…read more I've never seen a place like it. They put the LCBO to SHAME! There was a full wall dedicated to craft beer. It had every type of beer you could imagine. None of it was in the sissy cans, bottles or tallboys we have, these were ALL in 650ml or so bottles. Mmmmmmmm. They even have a loyalty club to get discounts on booze. All of the staff were friendly. They also had a sample table out with local cider.

The best liquor store in Qualicum Beach if you're into craft beer…read more Lots of craft beer tall boys, singles, and six packs to choose from their fridge, including options from all over BC and even some impressive Ontario imports. Bring a receipt from the Shady Pub across the street and you get 5% off! Discounted beer, hurray!

Dropped in here to pick up some booze…read more First off - the prices are outrageous! You should expect that however, due to the alcohol tax being very high in British Columbia. They had an excellent selection of liquors. Were I to be in Campbell River again, I'd definitely stop in here to stock up, if that were needed.

This review and my previous is for the store at Discovery Harbour Shopping Center. This place is…read moregetting worse! They can't keep Growers cider stocked! They stock the ones that don't sell so they don't have to always restock. Apple lime and peach. how hard is that? Out for two weeks and often before that. The old store never ran out or if they did it was only for a couple of days. The old store had ice for marina customers too. Apparently this is a service that these new guys could care less about. Also, their selection of bowen island brewing is poor too. I need to walk an extra 2 miles now to get what I want.

I was surprised that this location of BC Liquors, in the tiny town of Tofino, had a decent supply…read moreof wine. I found prices to be reasonable and the clerk helpful.

I cannot believe no one has yelp-ed this yet! Well, ok,…read moreit's a liquor store but IN TOFINO rendering it awesome by default. I also find the staff here really helpful. I'm always here on vacay so the old noggin' tends to be on 'pause' and i am learning to rely on experts and servers more lately. i.e., i'm in your 'hood, what would you suggest?? So i asked for some BC red wine options and got a few great, reasonably priced selections. Then at the cash with my Granville Isl winter beer in hand i asked the super cure cashier if he knew if the brew company was open...he said indeed and that he was going there later (was this kinda a pick up!?!?! i'm so out of practice). We then proceeded to wax poetic about the awesomeness of the Tofino Brewing Company (please go there). Anyway, not sure if it was the wicked weather or impending long weekend but everyone was cheery and smiley and here I am...writing about it. Next time you're in town, pop in, think about what your craving and leave the selecting up to the local experts. You won't be sorry.

Mead is a type of wine made from fermented honey, water, and spices. It is best served cold on a…read moresunny patio overlooking a beautiful forest with the hives that provide the honey buzzing below. Oh! Wow! Middle Mountain Mead has just such a patio! A free mead tasting conducted by the meadery's owner is the best way to get introduced to this beverage. At Middle Mountain they create the best mead I've ever had. Some is mixed with green tea, others with cranberries. Even if you don't like mead, you'll love the view and experience. They also have a fantastic blackberry wine. It's like Port but not as sweet and thick. I am a fan of dry rose so I'm also into really dry, flavorful mead.If you're ever on Hornby, be sure to visit this place.

The only thing it's missing is a dancing Satyr playing the flute! It is a whimsical and magical…read moreplace that should be on the top of your list of places to visit on your first (or every) trip to Hornby. The scenery alone makes it worth the trip... especially if you're not into mead. The tastings are generous and the staff is friendly; there is no "tourist hostility" here. Sit down, close your eyes, and breathe in the scent of lavender and clean forest air. Enjoy a glass of the Magic Mead (it's the best, trust me), and slow down for a moment... which is really impossible NOT to do when you're up there. The only disappointment you'll experience here is when it's time to leave.

These are best prices in town. And what you see is what you pay, unlike the other outlets, they…read moredon't sneak in taxes and such after the sticker price. Finally very nice folks, always cheerful, helpful and polite.