For one night only, some of Western Canada’s most imaginative bartenders will converge at Botanist Bar for Sips of the West – a spirited evening of cocktail craft, creativity and collaboration. Now in its third iteration at Fairmont Pacific Rim, this signature event is led by Creative Beverage Director, Grant Sceney, and showcases the unique talents of two standout bars from Victoria, British Columbia and Calgary, Alberta.
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Sips of the West at Botanist Bar: A Celebration of Western Canada’s Finest
Join us at Botanist Bar on Sunday, August 17 from 5:00pm for an evening of inspired cocktails, creative connection and immersive mixology.
August 8th, 2025
Humboldt Bar – Victoria, BC
Tucked into the arcade of downtown Victoria, Humboldt Bar is a romantic, speakeasy-style venue inspired by the explorations of naturalist Alexander von Humboldt. Under the guidance of Bar Manager Brant Porter, the bar has earned a reputation for cocktails rooted in botanical storytelling and scientific curiosity. Brant brings over a decade of bartending experience and a passion for hospitality to Humboldt. Known for leading acclaimed bar programs like Veneto, Bartholomew’s Public House, and Little Jumbo, he blends his love of the natural world with immersive cocktails and thoughtful service to shape Humboldt’s unique vision. Its thoughtful, nature-driven approach recently earned it the No. 69 spot on North America’s 51–100 Best Bars list, and No. 22 on Canada’s 100 Best Bars.
Missy’s This That – Calgary, AB
Curated by Thomas Dahlgren, Missy’s This That is a snug, second-storey cocktail and wine bar nestled above a convenience store in Calgary’s Beltline district. With over 170 thoughtfully selected wine labels and a reputation for refined yet relaxed hospitality, Missy’s was recently ranked No. 52 in North America’s 51–100 and No. 8 in Canada’s 100 Best Bars. Dahlgren’s distinct, wine-forward approach to cocktails brings elegance, balance and narrative to every glass.
A Night of Collaborative Craft
Held in the award-winning setting of Botanist Bar, recently ranked No. 26 in North America’s 50 Best Bars, Sips of the West will feature six exclusive cocktails, each designed to reflect the personality and philosophy of its creator. From Brant Porter’s nature-infused creations from Humboldt and Thomas Dahlgren’s precision and flavour storytelling from Missy’s, to Grant Sceney’s botanical alchemy and theatrical presentation from Botanist, it’s an immersive exploration of creativity, connection, and the art of cocktail-making.
No reservations required – just show up, grab a seat and come thirsty.
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Botanist Bar: no.26 on north america’s 50 best bars list
We’re raising a glass to some truly exciting news – Botanist Bar has once again been named the No. 26 best bar in North America by North America’s 50 Best Bars Academy!
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