Next we were off to Vancouver Island. We checked out @churchandstatewines for a flight. Had some great beer @whistlebuoybrewing with fresh pacific oysters from @wanderingmollusk #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #wineblog #beerandoysters #bcwine #bccraftbeer #vancouverisland #victoriabc #wineflight #beerflight

Another day we did a day trip along the Sea to Sky highway up to Squamish and Whistler. Rode up the @seatoskygondola and later checked out @backcountrybrewing and @whistlerbrewing #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #bccraftbeer #beerflight #canadiancraftbeer #vacationmode

Some more BC Trip. @yellowdogbeer in Port Moody. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #bccraftbeer #portmoody #canadiancraftbeer #beersofinstagram #craftbeerflight

Our first brew cruise was out to Port Moody to visit brewer's row. We made it in time for lunch @rewindbeer. A perfect 80s throwback! @mrs.oenzym_reads and I managed to try almost all of the beer. Pizza was served up Detroit style by @hightoppizza sauce racing stripes and all! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #beerflight #beersofbritishcolumbia #bccraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerstagram #beersofinstagram #beerstagram #craftbeersofinstagram

Made my way out to beautiful British Columbia to visit some family and drink some tasty beverages. @mrs.oenzym_reads and I stayed near YYZ before we left and had a @peninsularidge Pinot Noir. Forgive the lack of glassware, we packed light. The next morning we got completely hosed by @aircanada and their beer and charcuterie combo. First beers of the trip were these two cans from @whistlerbrewing. Stick around for more travel pics. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #wineblog #canadianwine #canadiancraftbeer

May the 4th be with you! Been a while, but couldn't miss new beer day @chroniclebrewery. AP-AP American Pale Ale. Simply amazing! #craftbeerlover #americanpaleale #canadiancraftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #craftbeersofinstagram #beerstagram #maythe4thbewithyou

We rarely miss @krumbsbreadery when they are @chroniclebrewery Symphony Baltic Porter on nitro with a butter tart is unreal! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftporter #buttertarts #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #darkbeer

When your wine is kid approved! @hinterbrook 2018 Cab Franc! Their blank labels allow for your own personalized labels. Such a cool and simple idea. The wine is anything but simple. Delicious and a great example of Canada's greatest non-native grape varietal. #oenzymblog #wineblog #redwine #ontariowine #canadianwine #cab #cabfranc #cabernetfranc #vqa #coolclimatewine #newworldwines #crayola

Brunch is served! Pancake Bay Brunch Stout from @somethinginthewaterto is delicious. Happy Tibb's Eve folks! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftstout #darkbeer #craftbeerstagram #beerstagram #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Got back from an awesome gig @1840vineyard. They put out a new oaked Chardonnay today and celebrated with charcuterie from @krumbsbreadery and music by me @tjshirk_music The wine is excellent. Great to see a winery pop up near me. #oenzymblog #wineblog #whitewine #chardonnay #oakedchardonnay #ontariowine #canadianwine #coolclimatewine #coolclimatechardonnay

Trudged through the awful weather yesterday to see @williamprince. Made sure to stop into @couchichingbrewing beforehand to enjoy their beer. Was pleasantly surprised to also find @quaylesbrewery being served at the show! An incredible show I might add. Please check him out! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftipa #stout #lagerbeer #nitrostout #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #williamprince

@mrs.oenzym_reads is out with @_jess_anotherflorist tonight so that means a daddy daughter date for me. Sushi it is! Can't remember the last time I had a @sapporocanada beer. It was as good as I remember it. Cheers! #oenzymblog #beerblog #sushinight #daddydaughterdate #saturday #sapporo #edamame #salmonsushi

New bottle day! I was fortunate enough to sit in on @cdnwhiskydoc 's fabulous masterclass @spiritoftoronto back in the spring. At the masterclass we got a sneak peak at the @jpwisers 10 Year Old Triple Barrel Canadian Whisky. It's been out for a little bit, but my store finally got some! Go try it, it's incredible! Those who know me well, know that I have a soft spot for everything Wiser's. #oenzymblog #whiskyblog #whisky #whiskywednesday #canadianwhisky #spiritblog #spiritoftoronto2022 #triplebarrelcanadianwhisky #wisers #jpwisers #hiramwalker #canadianspirits @cdnwhiskydistiller @cdnwhisky_neat

Sacrificing this delicious beer to the Devil tonight. Symphony Baltic Porter from @chroniclebrewery is devilishly tasty! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #balticporter #porter #craftporter #halloween #halloweenbeer #palerider #horseman #cowboyfromhell #tallboysfromhell #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Found a couple cans of @gretavanfleet 's Dreams in Gold hazy golden ale from @farmleaguebrewing. The beer is crisp and to the point; much like the music. Cheers to @crownlandsmusic currently on the road with Greta! #oshawamusic #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #collabbeer #gretavanfleet #rockandroll #goldenale #beerstagram

Had to run up to Peterborough yesterday so a stop in to @bobcaygeonbeer was in order. Had a quick flight before heading back home. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #beerflight #beertasting #craftbeerflight #craftipa #hazyipa #goldenale #redale #gose #flightpaddle #canadiancraftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #craftbeerstagram #beersofinstagram #craftbeerlover

Happy #ciderday. First time having @slabtowncider and its delicious. If you're in Clarington tomorrow stop by @chroniclebrewery I'll be crooning on the patio from 3-6pm. #oenzymblog #ciderblog #hardcider #applecider #noappleogies #cider #ontariocraftcider #canadiancraftcider

Sound checked and ready to go @brewerspantry. @bobcaygeonbeer lubing up the vocal chords for #bowmanvilleapplefest. I'll be performing from 2-4pm. Pop by for a pint.

I love a nice rosé with turkey. This 2020 Flamenco rosé from @stoneyridgewinery and @thetragicallyhip fit the bill. Hope you all had an excellent thanksgiving weekend. #oenzymblog #wineblog #rosé #thanksgivingdinner #roséwine #ontariowine #vqawine #vqa #ontariovqa #roséallday #thehip #thetragicallyhip #celebritywine #coolclimaterosé #coolclimatewine #canadianwine #newworldwines

@mrs.oenzym_reads and I were given carte blanche for the beer served at the wedding. So of course @chroniclebrewery it is. Switching macro, boomer beer drinkers over to craft beer one can at a time! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #weddingbeer #wedding #erinandmattswedding #autumn #nedflanders #sexynedflanders

Rockin' my wine socks for @matt.wilson.1303 and @erinracheldesigns rehearsal dinner today. When I'm staggering these help me balance. #oenzymblog #wineblog #winesocks #dresssocks #bespoke #fancysocks #redwine #wino #winoforever #bordeaux #burgundy #loire #napa

Happy Canadian Beer Day! Celebrating with my favourite IPA from @redtapebrewery Olso's Ray of Sunshine! Perfect on this sunny day. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #canadianbeerday #ipa #craftipa #ipabeer #torontobeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeersofinstagram #beerstagram #beersofinstagram #craftbeerstagram

Popped into @dominioncity over the weekend and fell in love with their Sunsplit IPA. What a juice bomb! Also loved the two dollar bill art. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #juicyipa #ottawa #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #ottawacraftbeer #ipaallday #craftipa

First dead soldier of the bachelor weekend. @tsdistillers you make a nice product. #oenzymblog #whiskyblog #whisky #canadianwhisky #canadiancraftspirits #bachelorparty

Here we go! When in Perth, drink @tsdistillers and @michterswhiskey !!! #oenzymblog #whiskyblog #whiskeyblog #bachelorparty

Hit the road for a bachelor party in Ottawa. Stopped for lunch @kingston_brew_pub for some delicious food and even more tasty food. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #taproom #brewpub #kingstonbrewingcompany

Gearing up for a bachelor party this coming weekend. Narrowing down which bottle to bring. What is your pick? #oenzymblog #bourbonblog #bourbon #bourbonwhiskey #kentuckystraightbourbonwhiskey #weller #wellerbourbon #eaglerare #michters #michterswhiskey #blantons #blantonsbourbon #bachelorparty #bachelorpartybottle @wellerbourbon @eaglerarebourbon @michterswhiskey @buffalotrace @awsmont #sazerac

With autumn right around the corner this Open Hand chai masala spiced cider from @twoblokescider is a real treat. Take your pumpkin spice and shove it ;). #oenzymblog #ciderblog #cidery #chaicider #durhamcraft #applecider #hardcider #spicedcider #mikasa #ontariocraftcider #canadiancraftcider #noappleogies @cidersofcanada.ca @pommesandpints

So happy to play along to this. One of my absolute favourite @thetragicallyhip songs. #oenzymblog #singalong #remix #thehip #thetragicallyhip #robbaker

Did a little mean muggin' @ganaraskabrewingco today. Apparently I was the first to tackle the stein of Marzen, but I get that a lot ;) #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #marzen #oktoberfest #stein #tankard #bigbeer #germanstylebeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Went out on another "golf date" with @whiskeynorth12 yesterday. @mrs.oenzym_reads and @ginfluence_north were thrilled! We were paired up with a couple of old guys who showed us up bad. I played horribly and had a couple triple bogies. These @triplebogeybrewing lagers really helped me forget about the round. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #lagerbeer #golfbeer #hotdogs #triplebogey #golf #craftlager #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Went for a drive today and stopped in @archibaldswinery. Tried some fruit wines and ciders. Left with a tasty bottle of their Hard Strawberry Lime cider. #oenzymblog #ciderblog #cidersofcanada #ciderculture #hardcider #fruitcider #cidery #ontariocraftcider #canadiancraftcider @cidersofcanada.ca

Some 2020 @gretzkyestates Baco Noir with some ribs and corn on the cob for dinner. #oenzymblog #redwine #wineblog #baconoir #vqawine #ontariowine #ontariovqa #canadianwine #itscorn #biglumpwithknobs

Finally made it to @reidsdistillery with the lovely @mrs.oenzym_reads. Holy shit we're impressed! Turning Carman into a gin lass. I had the G&T Flight and she enjoyed the Elderflower Vesper. #oenzymblog #spiritblog #gin #vodka #spirits #ginandtonic #vodkatonic #garnish #distillery #lettinloose

A nice night for some wine. A lovely rosé, Ephemere 2020 from @hollandmarshwineries #oenzymblog #wineblog #wine #rosé #roséallday #pinkwine #gtawine #ontariowine #canadianwine #newworldwines #coolclimatewine #coolclimaterosé #wino #vino #mikasa #stemware

On the golf course again! This time I smuggled in some Life's Story from @redtapebrewery! Also had a king of beers and that was my good deed to macrobrew for the year. I recently picked up an antique set of persimmon woods and did some light restoration work on them. Wanted to see how many balls I could lose. I've included before and afters of the driver if l you care to check it out. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #golfbeer #golfandcigars #beerandcigars #onthelinks #persimmondriver #antiquegolf #gripitandripit #stogiesnbogeys #srixon #orangegolfball #ipa #canadiancraftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #whackfuck

Dark beer summer! As you know, smiling in pictures will break me into pieces. Also it's too f*&#in' hot. @mrs.oenzym_reads makes up for it. Enjoy my mismatched tropical print. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #darkbeer #darkbeersummer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #stout #stoutbeer #dogdayafternoon

Glad to be back @thesecondwedge in some form. So crazy seeing what that bad bitch mother nature did to this place! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #smokedwheatbeer #ipaallday #patiobeers #ipa #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Today we went out to the market @allornothingbh for some dark beers and brownies from @bakezilla.ca. Delicious! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #beerandbrownies #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #blackbeer #blacklager #coffeeporter

Even when out of town I can't stay away from @chroniclebrewery. Bravo to @the.el.cobourg for a great selection. #oenzymblog #craftnotcrap #theelcobourg #craftbeer #goldenale #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Still not fuckin' with Phil! Glad to see him bounce back so well! Love it. Don't Fuck With Phil Cherry Stout from @turkeyshootbrewingco_ is aging nicely as well. Congrats to those newlyweds too! @brewreviewphil #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftstout #craftbeer #craftnotcrap #craftbeerlover #stoutguy #stoutbeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerstagram #beersofinstagram #craftbeersofinstagram #beerstagram #craftbeerlover

Stopped in to @newritualbrewing to meet up with @oshawabeerguy. Dropped off a massive load of empties for @cans.forchange Enjoyed this Sidechain Milk Chocolate Porter before @durham_draught_drinker and @frendo86 also showed up. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftbeerlover #craftnotcrap #porter #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

After several years apart it was great to get back out to a herf. Met up with many old out of town friends. Many fine cigars, craft beer and whiskies were enjoyed. An incredible bbq spread was provided by @black_water_greek, he also provided the Rings of Saturn Hazy IPA from @highparkbrewery. It was fabulous! With my @hiramandsolomoncigars Fellow Craft stick, I savoured the Anti-Brutoglossia Bock from @trestlebrewery by the pool. Perfect. *A herf is a gathering of cigar smokers* Before my journey into adult beverages, fine tobacco was a large part of my social media life. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #cigarsandbeer #cigarbeer #cigarporn #poolside #herf #pssita #cigarsandbeer #craftnotcrap #bock #hazyipa #brisket #bbq

Sight Sound Mind Imperial Stout from @chroniclebrewery with a @thecrownedheads La Imperiosa. A flavour combo fit for a king! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #beerandcigars #craftstout #imperialstout #stout #stoutbeer #blackbeer #strongbeer #crownedheadscigars #craftbeerandcigars #pssita #beerpairing #cigarpairing #firepit

Finally made it out to @chroniclebrewery for trivia night! @durham_draught_drinker and the gang were very accomodating. Glad to be a part of the team for the night. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #trivianight #pubtrivia #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Almost had too much beer this last week. Settling for some cider today. Dueling Banjos from @banjocider is amazing! Really hitting the spot. #oenzymblog #ciderblog #craftcider #hardcider #sparklingcider #cider #cidersofcanada #cidersunday #noappleogies #ontariocraftcider #canadiancider #applecider

Not quite the 19th hole but equally rewarding. 19th Hole Lager from @glorydaysbrewingcompany before wrapping up. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #golfbeer #craftlager #crispyboi #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Another excellent day on the links. Birdie Blonde house ale @newcastlegolfcc. Another excellent beer from @chroniclebrewery. Tastes oddly familiar ;) #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #golfbeer #golfandcigars #craftbeer #goldenale #newcastlegolfclub #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Went to @brewerspantry tonight to check out the live music. It's a great little spot. Be sure to check it out. A couple pints for my date and I from @theflyingmonkeys and @wavemakerbrew. Delicious. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #bottleshop #craftipa #ipaallday #ipa #livemusic #smallbusiness #craftnotcrap #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

After a long day in the city, @mrs.oenzym_reads and I needed a repose. So a visit to @redtapebrewery was in order! One of our faves. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #belgianstrongale #craftbeerflight #paleale #craftipa

The Brews Cruiser all loaded up and ready for another journey. Got a sticker you'd want to throw on it, let me know. #oenzymblog #craftbeerstickers #rav4 #craftbeerporn #brewcruiser

Finally made my way into @sawdustcitybeer. Really quenched my #graventhirst. Way to many cans to choose. May have to take one of each! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftbeerflight #craftipa #stout #stoutbeer #sessionable #kriek #neipa #gravenhurst #vacationmode #craftpilsner #craftnotcrap #crispyboi #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Continuing the journey north. Stopped in @trestlebrewery. Took @mommydrinkscraftbeer advice and opted for the water front seating. Awesome tip! Thanks so much. What a beautiful spot with great beer! Picked up some camping cans and some awesome merch as well! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftlager #craftnotcrap #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerlover #parrysound #railwaytrestle #crispyboi

Nice to meet you @theflyingmonkeys !!! Had their beer many times but this was my first time in the taproom. Wow! Loved the decor. I'll be back again. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftnotcrap #craftbeerflight #craftipa #quadipa #stout #porter #ipa #ipaallday #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Stopped by The Lookout @ganaraskabrewingco yesterday and enjoyed the sunshine. @craft_chefz kicked up some tasty food as always his take on lobster roll and of course a pretzel! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftpilsner #craftnotcrap #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #ganny #ganaraska #marqueepilsner

Thanks to @mrs.oenzym_reads for being the first in line @chroniclebrewery for new beer day!!! Membership has its benefits. Shy Guy's Third Eye Triple IPA; their first one by the way, is a stone cold stunner! Go out and get some! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftnotcrap #ipa #craftipa #tripleipa #hops #ipaallday #craftbeerstagram #craftbeerlover #craftbeersofinstagram #craftnotcrap #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

Took a little road trip up to @oldflamebrewery in Port Perry this afternoon. The beers really brightened up this cloudy day. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftbeerflight #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #beertasting #craftnotcrap #darkbeer #neipa

Wrapping up the weekend with wine. Both are white blends. Both are 2020s. One from each coast. Opened up with Dreamcatcher from @nkmipcellars. A delicious blend of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Ehrenfelser. The nicest white I've had from the Okanagan Valley so far. The second bottle is Phone Box White from @luckettvineyards. Osceola Muscat, L'Acadie Blanc and Seyval showcase the maritime terroir of the Gaspereau Valley. Two completely different wines from two completely different regions. It's a shame these are not available here in Ontario. *Luckett does ship though* #oenzymblog #wineblog #whitewine #canadianwine #coolclimatewine #bcwine #novascotiawine #riesling #sauvignonblanc #ehrenfelser #osceolamuscat #lacadieblanc #seyval #wineblend #whiteblend #newworldwines #winetasting #longweekend #notinlcbo #indigenouswine #2020vintage #okanaganvalley #gaspereauvalley

Freaks and Geeks is a hit! The new collab between @chroniclebrewery and @newritualbrewing. A West Coast IPA for the summer! #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftipa #westcoastipa #beercollab #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #durhamregion #hops #tekuglass #longweekend

Here's a quickie before the rain hits on this Colonial day. 2021 Cab Sauv Barrel aged Malevolent Benevolence Imperial Stout from @rorschachbeer. Super tasty and hits this dark beer drinking wino in all the right places. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #barrelagedbeer #cabernetsauvignon #cabsauv #winebarrelaged #imperialstout #stout #stoutbeer #stoutguy #blackbeer #strongbeer

Another Wine Wednesday here in Oenzym world. This week we have two new additions to the cellar. @merkinvineyards 2020 Chupacabra and @caduceuscellars 2018 Anubis. If you didn't know. These wines are the passion project of Maynard James Keenan of @toolmusic @aperfectcircle & @puscifer fame, and are produced in Jerome Arizona. Check out the 2010 documentary Blood Into Wine to learn more about his fascinating journey into winemaking. #oenzymblog #wineblog #winewednesday #redwine #wine #winemaking #jeromearizona #caduceuscellars #merkinvineyards #tool #aperfectcircle #puscifer #maynardjameskeenan #bloodintowine #uswine #arizonawine #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc

@mrs.oenzym_reads and I found ourselves with a kid free afternoon so we decided to check out @brewerspantry 's new taproom and bottle shop in Bowmanville. What a nice spot and a great selection. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeerlover #craftbeerflight #beertasting #craftnotcrap #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerstagram #craftbeercommunity

A perfect day on the links with @whiskeynorth12. The perfect cigar on the course with Super Dank Osborne Black IPA from @chroniclebrewery the perfect beer to pair with a cigar. If only my score represented all this perfection.... #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #blackipa #blackbeer #cigarbeer #beersandcigars #golfandcigars #teeoff #driver #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #pga #livgolf #montecristo #cubancigars

What an awesome morning! Met up with an OG Oenzym follower @whiskeynorth12 for a round of golf, Cuban cigars, whisky and craft beer. Oh my! Check him out for all things whisk(e)y. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #whiskyblog #cigarsandbeer #cigarsandwhisky #golfandcigars #cubancigars #montecristo #saturday

Today's Wine Wednesday is brought to you by @enjoythecasewine. They are a new service that allows wine lovers to order a mixed case of wine from a variety of high quality Ontario producers. The two things I like most about the service is there are no minimum order requirements and the wines offered can not be found in LCBO! They currently offer wines from 20 different Ontario wine producers, and that number is growing every day. The team at Case-Wine was kind enough to send me this assortment of wine to see how it works. Unique wines from different producers in different regions, shipping to you all in the same case. Thank you so much! Give them a follow and see what they have to offer. #oenzymblog #wineblog #redwine #whitewine #ontariowine #wine #canadianwine #coolclimatewine #ontariovqa #niagarawine #pecwine #wino #riesling #chardonnay #cabfranc #cabernetfranc #wineservice #collab #influencer #summer #winewednesday @laceyestates @strewn_winery @hinterbrook

Life hack! If you have some lemon loaf that is drying out, don't throw it away or suffer through the dissappointment. Take a lemon liqueur of your choice and rehydrate it for a boozy treat! @dillonsdistills Limoncello worked wonders on this. #oenzymblog #boozeblog #booze #boozestagram #lemonloaf #cake #limoncello #ontariocraftspirits #canadiancraftspirits #spirits #spiritblog #dessert #smallbatch

The steak is on it's low and slow journey. Half a cigar left and need to leave some wine for dinner. Might as well dip in to last year's Father's day gift. @lagavulinwhisky 16 year old. #oenzymblog #whiskyblog #cigarsandwhisky #scotch #singlemalt #islay #lagavulin #lagavulin16 @nickofferman

Happy Father's Day folks! Steak on, cigar lit, wine poured. A supreme cut Tomahawk. A Flor de las Antillas from @myfathercigars and Kabang 2018 Red from @stratuswines. How are the other dad's treating themselves? #oenzymblog #wineblog #wineandcigars #redwine #redblend #bordeauxblend #niagarapeninsula #ontariovqa #ontariowine #cabfranc #cabsauv #merlot #tomahawksteak #ribeye #reversesear #webernation #fathersday #treatyoself

Happy Wine Wednesday. This is a quick flashback from Sunday's rib fest dinner. I had been sitting on this @killibinbinwine 2016 Scream Shiraz, waiting for the right pairing. Well the bold Texas BBQ flavours from @bibbstexasbbq chicken and ribs were a perfect match. #oenzymblog #wineblog #redwine #australianwine #shiraz #syrah #chickenandribs #winepairing #ribfest #winewednesday @ribsandbrewsbowmanville

Sippin' craft beer and riding the ferris wheel @ribsandbrewsbowmanville. Enjoyed a nice stout from @longtoothbeer and both offerings from @wavemakerbrew #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftbeerfestival #ribfest #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftnotcrap #ferriswheel

Many thanks to Jana @ricelakehardcider for hooking me up with this six pack of their delicious assortment of cider. It was also great to meet @meagsheehan as well! If you haven't tried this cider yet, you're truly missing out. Check them out on their farmer's market tour, at a great selection of restaurants or request it at your LCBO. #oenzymblog #ciderblog #ciderculture #cidersunday #hookedonlakelife #ricelake #ontariocraftcider #canadiancraftcider #canadiancider #hardcider #dryhoppedcider #cranberrycider #cidersofcanada #stayawaystrongbow

A perennial favourite in this house is @triuswines Red. Since 1989 it's been taking names and kicking ass. A Canadian take on a Bordeaux blend. I was first introduced to these excellent wines with the 2008 vintage. In many ways it was my gateway into wine appreciation. The latest 2020 release is another great one! Who knew such a shitty year can now be remembered with such lovely wine. #oenzymblog #wineblog #redwine #bordeauxblend #triusred #vqa #triuswinery #vqawine #ontariovqa #vqaniagarapeninsula #cabfranc #cabsauv #merlot #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #canadianwine #ontariowine #coolclimatewine #steak #grillmarks

This Roman Candle IPA is sure brightening up this rainy day. Thanks @bellwoodsbeer #oenzymblog #craftbeer #craftipa #craftnotcrap #beeroftheday #ipa #ipaallday #rainyday #beerglass #craftbeercommunity #torontobeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer

A cuban and some bourbon on a Sunday. Not much is better in my books. A tasty Bolivar with some @oldforester in my cigar snifter. #oenzymblog #bourbonblog #bourbon #bourbonwhiskey #oldforester #kentuckystraightbourbonwhiskey #cigarpairing #cubancigars #bolivar #cigars #bourbonandcigars

Spatchcock chicken over charcoal tonight with a tasty white wine blend from PEC. 2017 White Rabbit from @waupoosestateswinery is a blend of Riesling, Vidal and Chardonnay. It is zesty and fresh. A nice match for this chicken. #oenzymblog #wineblog #whitewine #wineblend #riesling #vidal #chardonnay #pecwine #pec #ontariowine #canadianwine #vqa #vqawine #ontariovqa #coolclimatewine

Brettal Head foeder aged pale ale from @bellwoodsbeer. Very unique! It is a wine lovers beer to the fullest. The refermentation in oak unleashes brettanomyces and gives the beer a huge Chardonnay-like quality. If you are an oaky chard fan, who drinks beer, this one's for you. #oenzymblog #craftbeer #craftbeerblog #foederagedbeer #paleale #craftnotcrap #beerlikewine #oakedchardonnay #brettanomyces

Made sure to stop in to @bellwoodsbeer while in Little Portugal yesterday. My first foray into their lineup of beer. This Jutsu Pale Ale is a great introduction. What else should I try? #oenzymblog #craftbeer #craftbeerblog #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #paleale #craftnotcrap

Pushing some buttons tonight and lighting up @theflowersofhell at The Garrison. If only I had more arms. Cheers @greatlakesbeer Octopus Wants to Fight is my favourite. #oenzymblog #craftbeer #rockshow

A little Decadence Salted Carmel Latte stout to keep the pipes moist while reheasing some tunes. @rorschachbeer @larriveeguitars #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #milkstout #stout #stoutbeer #stoutguy #guitarsandbeer #craftnotcrap

Happy whiskey Wednesday. A couple new bottles arrived today from big brother. #oenzymblog #whiskeyblog #bourbonblog #bourbon #bourbonwhiskey #eaglerare #weller #kentuckystraightbourbonwhiskey #wheatedbourbon #whiskeywednesday

If I've said it once, I've said it 1000 times. Super Dank Osborne Black IPA from @chroniclebrewery tastes like jumping the Grand Canyon with your mouth! My favourite cigar beer! The deep dark roasty flavours with a nice hoppy kick are perfect. A gold medal winning beer not just for the accident prone. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #ipa #craftbeer #craftipa # blackipa #blackbeer #darkbeer #ipaallday #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #cigar #ciderculture #robusto #dank #superdave #superdaveosborne #craftnotcrap #motorcyclejump #craftbeercommunity #beerstagram #cigarsandbeer #cigarbeer #beerpairing #cigarpairing #connecticutwrapper

The look on your face when you are out of @wearefortycreek whisky cream for your Monday morning coffee. Luckily @fortycreekchris has the hook up. #oenzymblog #whiskycream #creamybeige #betterthanbaileys #irishcream #liquor #whiskycoffee #oldgregg #nanaimobarcream @spiritoftoronto

Learned so much last night @spiritoftoronto. Kicked it off with the history of Canadian Whisky masterclass with @cdnwhiskydoc Some delicious offerings from @jpwisers and @lot40. My favourite was the Lot 40 Cask Strength Sauternes Cask finished followed by Wiser's Red Letter. #oenzymblog #spiritblog #whiskyblog #canadianwhisky #cornwhisky #rye #ryewhisky #whiskytasting #unreleased #spiritoftoronto2022 #wisers #lot40 #hiramwalker

When you're at a whisky show and meet your favourite wine maker @omgcraigmc @triuswines. Such a great time. One of the highlights of the night! #oenzymblog #spiritblog #wineblog #triuswinery #winemaker #rockstar

Any guesses as to where the party is tonight? @spiritoftoronto #oenzymblog #whiskeytasting #yyz

Sat down to a couple different tasting experiences over the weekend @bellaterravineyards_ First was a wine and food flight. Asian inspired with mushroom tempura and a kimbap roll. The chocolate shortbread with a red wine jelly centre was out of this world! Breanna our server followed it up with a vertical tasting of their incredible Cab Francs from the 2013, 2015 and 2017 vintages. It was great to learn about the growing season each year and taste the difference in the glass. #oenzymblog #wineblog #redwine #wine #whitewine #wineflight #wino #winetasting #winepairing #wineporn #winecellar #verticaltasting #vintage #ontariowine #canadianwine #vqa #ontariovqa #niagarapeninsula #niagaraonthelake #vqawine #coolclimatewine #cabernet #cabernetfranc #cabfranc #riesling

Stopped in to @spiritinniagara. One of my new favourite spots. Such an incredible atmosphere. Great spirits as well. Couldn't leave without a bottle of their whisky. #oenzymblog #spiritblog #whiskyblog #canadianwhisky #spirit #distillery #niagaraonthelake #speakeasy #cocktails #booze #boozestagram #whiskytasting #ryewhisky #cornwhisky #whiskey #eaudevie #canadianspirit #canadiandistillery

Stopped in to @sueannstaffestatewinery. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed some great wine as we learned the history of wine in the Staff family. Shoutout to Simba making the tasting purrfect. #oenzymblog #wineblog #wineflight #winetasting #whitewine #redwine #icewine #ontariovqa #vqawine #vqa #ontariowine #canadianwine #coolclimatewine #riesling #chardonnay #cabernetfranc #cabfranc #beamsvillebenchvqa #lincoln

Domaine Queylus.... wow! High expectations and you delivered! A highlight of the day. #oenzymblog #wineblog #vqa #cabernetfranc #pinotnoir #chardonnay @queylus

Game on! NOTL Here we come. First stop @peninsularidge. Such a glorious day. #oenzymblog #wineblog #notl #beamsvillebench #vqawine #vqa #ontariowine #canadianwine #ontariovqa #coolclimatewine #icewine #cabernetsauvignon #cabernetfranc #cabsauv #cabfranc #riesling #syrah #redwine #whitewine #wineflight #winetasting

Not quite patio weather today. But lunch is served @allornothingbh and @mrsubofficial. Hefeweizen, meat and mustard. Tremendous. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerstagram #beersofinstagram #beerstagram #craftbeersofinstagram #hefeweizen #germanstylebeer #craftbeerlover #bobross

Sunday might turn sloppy. Busting out the tequila in the sunshine. Poured a tasty Batanga. A Mexican take on the Cuba Libre. @sauzatequila and @jarritos making it happen. #oenzymblog #spiritblog #tequila #cocktailblog #mixeddrinks #batanga #mexicancola #tequilagold @sauzatequilacanada @jarritoscanada

One week from tonight @mrs.oenzym_reads and I will be dining @triuswines and tasting the many delights they have to offer. Tonight we indulged in a lovely sirloin for two and this 2017 Cab Sauv. Many thanks to @grillgrates for ensuring a perfect grilling experience everytime! #oenzymblog #redwine #wineblog #cabernetsauvignon #cabsauv #vqa #ontariowine #canadianwine #vqawine #sirloin #grillmarks #coolclimatewine #notl #niagaraonthelake #niagarapeninsula #grilldad #mediumrare

My first dip into Vinho Verde waters. To me this one reminded me of a moscato but more dry and "greener". Hence the verde in the name I suppose. Made for a great sushi wine! I see this in a white sangria this summer. A score of 90 points from @james.suckling let me know I was in good hands. @casal_garcia #oenzymblog #wineblog #whitewine #vinhoverde #portugal #portugesewine #winesoftheworld

A beer and some heavy reading. Frogman Black IPA from @mybrewingco and my favourite books written by Frogmen. US Navy SEALs @marcusluttrell @100deadlyskills & @davidgoggins. Some excellent reads and an excellent beer. #oenzymblog #craftbeer #bookstack #navyseals #bookstagram #davidgoggins #marcusluttrell #clintemerson #craftbeerlover #frogman #blackipa #blackbeer #craftipa #ipaallday

Brand spankin' new Ornithopter Hopped Italian Pilsner from @chroniclebrewery. I seem to have a knack for sniffing out a new beer from them. @mrs.oenzym_reads said this will be her Crispy Boy of the summer. Maybe it should be yours too! Pairs great with mootzarelle and gabbagool. #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #italianpilsner #crispyboi #craftpilsner #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #badaboombeer #birra #craftnotcrap #craftbeercommunity

The in-laws picked up this tasty pink number from @locustlanewines last week. A 2020 White Merlot. My guess is it's a play on White Zinfandel. It is refreshing but a little sweet for my liking. Would make an excellent introductory wine for the one who is put off by tart or overly dry wines. #oenzymblog #rosé #whitemerlot #roséwine #roséallday #merlotrosé #merlot #ontariowine #vqawine #vqa #canadianwine #coolclimaterosé #coolclimatewine #beamsvillebench #beamsvillebenchvqa

If I've learned anything it's that you Don't Fuck With Phil or @turkeyshootbrewingco_ for that matter. A great cherry stout, brewed for an even better guy @brewreviewphil #oenzymblog #craftbeerblog #craftbeer #craftnotcrap #craftstout #stoutguy #stout #cherrystout #fuckcancer #ontariocraftbeer #canadiancraftbeer #craftbeerlover

A much needed highball after work to kick off the long weekend! Thanks to @jpwisers for always being on my bar. #oenzymblog #spiritblog #whiskyblog #cocktails #mixeddrinks #highball #collinsglass #glassware #booze #boozestagram #boozebag

A little calm before the storm. @bellaterravineyards_ 2019 Cabernet Franc Rose always brings some sunshine to the day. Happy Wine Wednesday everyone. #oenzymblog #wineblog #roséwine #rosé #cabernetfranc #cabfranc #winewednesday #roséallday #vqa #vqawine #ontariovqa #niagaraonthelake #ontariowine #canadianwine #coolclimatewine #coolclimaterosé