LCBO Food & Drink Autumn 2025

LIFE OF PIE When dessert hits the table, it’s nice to switch gears and pour something cold and effervescent. Here are three seasonal brews matched with classic Thanksgiving pies.

BEFORE DINNER Between cooking and hosting, there isn’t always time to mix drinks. To help you out, here are a few ready-to-drink cocktails to serve before the big feast. Canadian Club Cranberry Ginger Ale (LCBO 45887, 473 mL, $3.25) puts an autumnal spin on the great Canadian

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highball. If gin is your spirit, Dillon’s Blackberry, Lemon & a Dash of Elderflower (LCBO 24321, 473 mL, $3.55) is light and refreshing. And for a hit of spice, pour ginger-jacked Nickel Brook Jamaican Mule (LCBO 42402, 355 mL, $3.35) over ice with a slice of lime.

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Cowbell Brewing Co. Oatmeal Vanilla Black Lager LCBO 27376, 473 mL, $3.95 The nutty vanilla flavours of this smooth lager are terrific with apples. A slice of sharp cheddar will take it to the next level.

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POSTPRANDIAL SIPS For something to pour after the plates have been cleared, try one of these Canadian-made sippers. Elora Distilling Limoncello (LCBO 34426, 500 mL, $34.30) is a won derful rendition of Italy’s citrusy palate cleanser. If you have a sweet tooth, Cabot Trail Maple Cream (LCBO 462424, $34.95) is a nutty, complex liqueur with a sublime texture. And if amaro is your jam, a splash of Alpenbitter No. 7 (LCBO 261776 375 mL, $15.15) will hit the spot. Redolent of orange peel and baking spices, it’s delicious on the rocks.

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Double Trouble Pecan Pie Porter LCBO 524876, 473 mL, $3.45

This pitch-black, malty ale has notes of chocolate, coffee and pecans, which make this pairing a no-brainer.

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High Park Pumpkin Spice Latteale LCBO 32976, 473 mL, $3.65

A creamy amber ale infused with fall’s ubiquitous spice mix—it’s practically tailor-made for pumpkin pie.

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