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The LCBO may be on strike right now, but don’t worry! Toronto is home to many distilleries, wineries, and brewing companies. Keep reading to try some amazing alcohol and support local businesses.
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1. Collective Arts
Located near Trinity Bellwoods, Collective Arts is known for the unique artwork on their cans. In their retail store you’ll find their full portfolio of beers, cocktails, spirits, non-alcs, glassware and other merch.
Where: 777 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1V2
2. Blood Brothers Brewing
Blood Brothers Brewing is a craft beer microbrewery in the Junction. Their bottle shop is open every day from 11 am - 11 pm. You can find rare and current Blood Brothers brews in their fridges, and even wine!
Where: 165 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2B8
3. Spirit of York
Spirit of York always has their products available at their distillery. They sell vodka, gin, rye whiskey, and vodka seltzers. You can also find them on Uber Eats and Skip the Dishes!
Where: 12 Trinity Street, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
4. Paradise Grapevine
This is one of the only made-in-Toronto wineries. Their Bloor Street wine bar and bottle shop offers international, local, and in-house options.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out
5. Nickel 9 Distillery
Located in the Junction, Nickel 9 Distillery creates small batch craft spirits and cocktail essentials like bitters and syrups.
Where: 90 Cawthra Ave, Unit #100 Toronto, ON M6N 3C2
6. Mill Street Retail Store
Open 7 days a week, Mill Street’s retail store is stocked with an assortment of beer, spirits, and branded merchandise.
Where: 11 Stage Rd, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
7. Bellwoods Brewery
Their retail shop offers a variety of bottles and cans. You’ll find aromatic hoppy styles, bright sours, barrel-aged one-offs, crisp lagers, sparkling waters, and the occasional imperial stout.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out
8. The Beer Store
Contrary to it’s name, the Beer Store sells coolers in addition to just beer. If you’re looking for White Claw or Cottage Springs, they’ve got you covered.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out
9. Wine Rack
Wine Rack locations will not be affected by the LCBO strike and they have stated that they’re already preparing for an uptick in consumer demand. Head over to your nearest Wine Rack for wines, ciders, and refreshments.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out
10. LCBO Convenience Outlets
If you’re willing to travel a bit further, LCBO Convenience Outlets will still be open throughout the strike. These stores are independent retailers so expect a smaller selection.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out
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