The Goods from Vessel Liquor

Since opening doors in December 2015, Vessel has become Victoria’s hub for all things wine, beer, spirits, cider, and the conversation and culture surrounding them. Our locally-owned, independent company was built around supporting authentic products and producers, from our BC backyard and from around the globe.

Awarded Best Liquor Store in Victoria (six times!), Vessel remains even more committed to serving the community. In 2022 we greatly expanded the footprint of our store, allowing for hundreds more listings. And in 2023, we expanded provincially, with an extensive new website and online store, allowing customers from across BC to shop Vessel from home.

We’re springing into March with these fresh, snappy picks:

MADE IN BC

Kizuna Junmai Sake, BC ($26.99 for 375ml).

With fresh water from Okanagan’s Mt. Greybeard, this pure Junmai charms with light blossoms and citrus kisses, over a creamy base. Kizuna, based in Penticton, is a joint project from chef Tatsuo Kan (Kojo’s) and sake master Yoshiaki Kasugai. Find it online.

IRELAND X SPAIN

Redbreast Lustau Edition Irish Whiskey, Ireland ($109.99).

This special bottling merges two of our favourite things: Whiskey (obvs) and Sherry; though the latter is echoed through the spirit’s time rested in spent Bodegas Lustau Oloroso butts. The silken palate swirls with figs and marzipan, lingering with toasted spices. *Limit of one per customer. Find it online.

ALL FUN, ZERO PROOF

Guinness 0, Ireland ($12.99 for 4 x 473ml).

This zero-proof draught stout will allow you full control over all your St. Patrick’s Day festivities (and no headaches)! Made in the same way as traditional Guinness, save that the alcohol is removed through cold filtration. Enjoy the roasted coffee and bittersweet chocolate alongside your lads and lassies on March 17th. Find it online.

ROCK JUICE

Luis Seabra Xisto Ilimitado Branco 2021, Douro Valley, Portugal ($49.99).

This field blend of Rabigato, Códega, Gouveio, Vioshino and more, come off 30-60-year-old vines, high above the valley floor at 400-500m in altitude. Fragrant pear blossoms and lemon streak across a sleek, silken palate, ringing with river stones and finishing with a peachy kiss. A striking wine of place. Find it online.