Cocktail Vision
The universal experience of listening to a story, and the art of telling one. Collective narratives have been passed down through the eras through legend, lore, myth, music, and other cultural touchstones – each of these let us learn lessons and find wonder in the world we exist in. To share stories is to celebrate what it is to be human, to remember and cherish what has existed in the past, to learn and feel connected to the present, and to prophesize what’s to come in the future.
At Prophecy we hold dearly the value of sharing story, and aim to keep the tradition alive within the pages of this cocktail menu. We draw inspiration from both local and international writers, poets, musicians and artists who, through their work have passed down legend and lore through time. Each section in our menu carves out space to tell a story around a distinct theme, and each cocktail is lovingly crafted to highlight a specific story within that genre.
It’s our sincere hope that these cocktails inspire and excite you, remind you of memories previously forgotten, teach you something new, and ultimately be reminded that the experiences that bind us can be found everywhere we look.
Flavour Legend
Spiritous
Herbaceous
Refreshing
Lush
Each section of our cocktail menu has different cocktails all divided by their inspiration. Within these sections are a variety of different flavours, techniques, and styles of cocktail.
To easily identify your preferred style of drink, we have created a flavor legend that corresponds with each style of drink. The style is represented by a splash of colour on each cocktail in the menu. These colours and their corresponding flavour categories are shown above.
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Furthermore, please do not hesitate to consult with our staff, who will eagerly share their knowledge of our cocktail program.
Cocktails
The Living Tapestry
The wild, untamed and oft mysterious nature of the kingdoms of plant and animal life. Green verdancy that overflows the earth in some places, yet exists sparingly in others. Animal life that defies the odds and survives in every corner of the earth. Sit, take pause and remind yourself that this living tapestry is not something we are set apart from, but rather something that we exist wholeheartly as an integral part of. Find connection here.
Stellar’s Jay 20
Lot 40 Rye Whisky, Aalborg Aquavit, blueberry, western red cedar, wild mushrooms, thyme, maple
Bolts of iridescent blue and inky black noisily darting through sea to sky. Our Provincial bird, who’s sighting is a portent of hope and optimism in tough times – a striking reminder of the strength and resilience that resides in beauty.
Kitsune 21
Belvedere Organic Vodka, raspberry, white chocolate, ginger, lemon, sparkling wine, milk clarification
Seductive, romantic at heart, yet still wild and uncontained. A balance between benevolence and mischievousness, but always grounded and self-assured, much like the cunning fox spirit of Japanese lore.
Second Nature 21
Casamigos Blanco Tequila, ancho verde, green herbs, lime, carbonation
Do not impose your will upon the wilderness – rather, let yourself sit a moment with the lessons and gifts nature imparts upon us all, and let the border between nature and contemporary life dissolve piece by piece. A Meditation On Nature, And Michael Pollan’s Book Of The Same Name.
Kelpie 28
Brennivin Aquavit, nori infused fino sherry, bitter bianco, almond, celery, lime, spirulina
“He watched the wheeling eddies boil/ Til from their foam his dazzled eyes/ Beheld the River Demon rise”. Robert Burns, describing the infamous shapeshifting celtic water spirit – the kelpie.
Love of Land and Sea
Snow-capped mountains, rolling desert dunes, unrelenting ocean waves and viridescent forests – these are but a small snippet of the wonders of the lands and seas around us. It is these canvasses that all living things paint the swath of existence on, and that which so many of us find joy and inspiration. Step out, drink deep of the abundance that nature provides, and feel the shared experience of what exists around us all.
Snow Falling on Cedars 20
Ketel One Vodka, Douglas Fir Gin, hoja santa, Gyokuro, lime, egg white
The joy of juxtaposition – of lively green leaf and vibrant growth blanketed by the cold and silence of snowfall, or of love found in unlikely and surprising places. An exploration of the book of the same name, by David Guterson.
Cathedral Grove 35
Johnnie Walker Black and Lagavulin 8 Scotch Whisky, Lustau Vermout, woodruff, alderwood smoked tea, cedar, Benedictine
Stern giants, their arms yearningly outstretched to the sun, bearing heat and tempest to provide a resplendent cool for those to thrive and cherish below. Still, ancient breath serves as a reminder to calm one’s own, and enjoy the pathways, both laid and unlaid.
Garden City 20
Prophecy Vermouth Blend, Green Chartreuse, snap pea, yuzu kosho, lime, shiso
A confluence of tropical birds and butterflies lilt their way from treetop to garden roof, as the city below buzzes along. Visions of a greener, more vibrant, and more authentic life come to fruition in the city where culture and nature find harmony.
Northern Lights 25
Tanqueray No. 10 Gin, labrador tea, grapefruit oils, elderflower, lemon, B2
Souls of the past serving as guides, a fox made of fire, a celestial love story, or a reminder that in the darkest of nights, we are still not alone. An homage to stories told by people that call the North home.
Home Fires & Wandering Spirits
The combination of joy, anticipation, fear and humility that comes from stepping outside of your comfort zone. Understanding the feeling of getting lost again, while invariably finding something you weren’t aware you needed to. These are the joys of travel – new knowledge, new experiences, and a newfound connection with others – all packaged up tightly for you to take on your journey home.
Radio Saigon 21
Coconut Oil Washed Ketel One Vodka, pandan, makrut lime, cherry blossom, ginger, sencha tea, carbonation
Drums belt heartbeats under monsoon skies, while synths drip like temple wax and fuzzed out electric guitars cry like cicadas. A confluence of cultures – blending together Western influence with traditional folk vocals and instruments, psychedelic rock from South East Asia brought the soul of protest to diverse and vibrant locales. Music is rebellion.
Souvenir 26
hay and beeswax-washed Alberta Premium Canadian Whisky, Lagavulin 8 Scotch, pasilla mixe, smoke.
Has that dreamcatcher in your rearview mirror caught anything yet? A journey home listening to Boygenius, and an ode to the things we bring back home with us – both in our suitcases and in our hearts.
Tesoro 26
Los Siete Misterios Mezcal, mole distillate, Ancho Reyes, gao pei, black cardamom, chocolate, cricket
Bountiful treasures, finding their sacred beginnings in rich soils in beautiful lands. Grown and woven together with generational knowledge, passion, and joy, skilled hands create magic. An ode to those who keep their ancestral culinary traditions thriving and have the grace to share with their community.
A5 Waygu fat washed Hibiki Harmony Japanese Whisky, Lagavulin 8 Scotch, maillard reaction distillate, kokuto black sugar, aromatic bitters, A5 Waygu skewers (1oz)
Washoku 75
The allure of digging deep into the culinary tapestry of other cultures, and finding inspiration in unexpected places. Washoku (“harmony food, or Japanese food”) represents the core ethics and philosophy of one of the most amazing culinary practices in the world.
Legends Among Us
Those giants of humanity that stride the earth and leave an indelible mark on it by their words, deeds and actions. Be they artists, poets, thinkers, heroes, leaders, or ordinary folk who rose to the occasion when it presented itself, they remind us that greatness resides in us all – perhaps just waiting to be ignited through courage and conviction.
Wabi Sabi Martini 22
redistilled matcha gin, hinoki, aromatized wine
An appreciation of simplicity, and of accepting the transience of existence. crafted in homage to the tea master and artist Sen No Rikyū and creating the classic Japanese tea ceremony.
Velvet Glove 29
Casamigos Anejo Tequila, sherry, espresso, reishi, warm spices, cream
To find the underlying strength in softness, and the power in elegance. To dip your toes in decadence while keeping a sure footing, like feeling an iron fist under a velvet glove.
Barefoot Dancer 21
Mulita Pisco, saffron, basil distillate, Yellow Chartreuse, cantaloupe, lemon
Find reason to kick off your shoes – to feel the soil and grass on your skin. Invite those you love to enjoy the bounty of the garden, and greet them with joy and a drink in your hand. A tribute to our mother’s favourite cook, In a Garten and the inspiration she gave our home.
Cavalier Martini 150
Belvedere 10 Vodka, chive, white pepper,
dry vermouth, crème fraiche, caviar service (10g)
To those who are self-assured, unafraid to cause a stir, and aware of what others may think but do not let that limit themselves. Inspired by the signature room in the back of Prophecy – the rst place in Vancouver to legally serve a drink after Prohibition was lifted.
Our Shared History
The embrace of community allows us to dance to the rhythm of the same drum, to see and be seen for who we truly are, and to see our collective work made lighter by the hands around us. Like stars in the night sky brought together in constellation, we all shine brighter because of the ties that bind.
Pens and Paintbrushes
70 for two | 140 for four
Redistilled Matcha Gin, Lustau Vermouth Blanco, Bitter Bianco
The dreamers that put pen to paper, get their hands in the clay, end their days with paint under their nails and an ache in their joints – to you we give thanks for providing the splashes of colour through the black and white.
What’s the Tea?
Somethings simmering on our back burner, check back soon to find out what it is...
Pens and Paintbrushes
70 for two | 140 for four
Christian Drouin Blanche De Normandie, jasmine, aromatized wine, vanilla, apple acids
Those hands that till the soil, that plant the seed, that hold space for tender growth and that harvest the reward are hands worth caring for.
Hands That Cast the Net
A new serve hides in the depths, waiting to surface. Check back soon…
Short Stories
The temporal nature of a story that is short enough and to the point, these narratives remind us that even the briefest encounter can leave an everlasting imprint on us. Embrace the magic of every moment, and hold true the power of our own prophetic journeys
Microcosm 10
Belvedere Organic Vodka, strawberry, rhubarb, vanilla, lemon, yoghurt clarification
Familiar flavours and memories of youth, swirled together in a cosmic dance. A playful take on a cosmopolitan inspired by summers spent eating bounties from the garden and reading books in the sun.
Jelly Worldwide 7
Suntory Toki, aromatized wine, chocolate, lemon acid, jiggle
Little packets of wonder – a confusing and exciting interplay of flavour and texture. Here’s to Pearle and May Waite, their 1897 invention, and the little recipe booklets that came in each pack that inspired grandparents everywhere.
Pocket Knife 10
Nodo Tequiliana, prophecy kola, lime, salt
A pequeño version of Don Javier Delgado’s 1961 classic cocktail, The Batanga.
A monthly rotating short serve which gives a portion of the proceeds to our monthly charitable initiative. Join us in spreading the love into the city we call home.
Community Cheers 5
Free Spirits
The wildflowers that bloom on in our shared meadows, free spirits and independent thinkers brighten the world with the independence of their thought and the vibrant hues of their imagination. Break free from preconceived notions and remember that to dance to the rhythms of your own heart is to listen to the music of your soul.
Prophecy Kola 8
Our take on an unnamed classic, all made with naturally occurring ingredients.
Long Lost 10
blueberry, western red cedar, mushroom, thyme, maple, carbonation
Basho 14
Seedlip garden, gyokuro, hoja santa, lime
“The beginning of Autumn/ Sea and emerald patty/both the same green.” An ode to a man who saw more of a connection in nature than he did with anything else - Matsuo Bashō
Angel’s Share 14
Seedlip Spice, toasted oak, verjus, tonka bean, jasmine
Crafted with love, tucked away, and left to its own devices to mature and develop. When something is taken away, what remains can be all the more lovely. In tribute to lone coopers and woodworkers, who shape our spiritous world much more than we know.
Amor Fati 12
bergamot, makrut lime, pandan, mint, tonic
“That one wants nothing to be different, not forward, not backwards, not in all eternity. Not merely bare what is necessary, still less conceal it… but love it.” - Fredrich Nietzsche. A liquid love letter to nothing.
