If you’re like me and appreciate a well-crafted spirit (especially when it’s paired with a great story), mark your calendar for Friday, June 13. The Spirits Speaker Series returns to the BMO Theatre Centre. This time, it’s spotlighting gin. The focus will be on the botanical brilliance of Empress 1908 Gin from Victoria Distillers.
Hosted by Legacy Liquor Store, this one-night-only event is more than a tasting. It’s a guided journey through five unique gins (yes, including the iconic indigo-hued Empress and the brand-new Oaken), plus a signature cocktail. You’ll learn all about the gin-making process—from farm to bottle—with Jon Marcopolous, Brand Ambassador and WSET Level 3-certified spirits expert.
🎭 This is a fundraiser for the Arts Club, one of the leading voices in Vancouver theatre. Your $80 ticket helps support local productions, and includes a tax receipt for the maximum allowable amount.
🗓️ Event Details
Friday, June 13 at 6:30 PM
BMO Theatre Centre, 162 W 1st Ave, Vancouver (Olympic Village)
🎟️ Tickets: $80
Includes:
- Tasting of five Empress 1908 gins
- One specialty cocktail
- Personal bottle of tonic for pairings
- Expert-led education in a fun, relaxed setting
- A meaningful way to support the Arts Club and Vancouver’s thriving theatre scene
Whether you’re a long-time gin fan, or you are curious to learn more, this event is perfect. It blends flavour and culture in the best way possible.
📞 Reserve your spot online or call 604.687.1644. Questions? Contact Kat Fiser at kfiser@artsclub.com.
🍽️ Turn It Into a Night Out
You’re right in the heart of Olympic Village, steps away from some of my favourite dinner spots:
- Tap & Barrel Olympic Village – relaxed waterfront dining with killer views
- Nook – cozy Italian with the perfect Negroni
- Ophelia – elevated Mexican with lots of flair
- Jay Nok Modern Thai – bold, modern Thai flavours
Seating is limited, and this event will sell out. So if you love Vancouver theatre, craft gin, and a good cause, now’s the time to grab your ticket.
Mary in Vancity 
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