Dry January

A white tablecloth covered in flowers, dried fruit, and spices. Standing upright is a glass filled with aperitivo spritz, next to an opened OPUS can
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Start Dry January with a locally-made drink from OPUS

Peak Web January 17, 2022

By: Charlene Aviles, Staff Writer Since I started drinking a few years ago, I’ve yet to find my drink of choice. I’ve tried numerous suggestions, but all were too bitter for me. Recently, I’ve found the non-alcoholic versions of classic cocktails appeal to me more. Noticing this was a growing trend among consumers — and not just during Dry January — award-winning mixologist Christos Kalaitzis founded OPUS Cocktails. In an interview with The Peak, he described his passion for mixology and further inspiration behind OPUS. Wanting a change of scenery, Kalaitzis left his barista job to pursue mixology, eager to experiment…

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Non-alcoholic, made-in-BC drinks for Dry January and beyond

Arts January 23, 2021

By: Emma Jean, Staff Writer One in three Canadians are abstaining from drinking over the month due to the advent of Dry January, but many are also choosing to stay sober in the long run. As a long-term teetotaler myself,…

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