Jason Ramey and his business partners have always been focused on the hyper-local aspect of running a distillery, using Alberta ingredients like honey and malted barley for a line of spirits under the Burwood Distillery banner. It’s really the company’s calling card – unfettered access to prairie honey (thanks to partner Marco Cilic, who happens to be a beekeeper), creating award-winning whiskies and rums (plus liqueurs, gins, and canned cocktails) for an eager consumer.

Put your tea on ice and beat the heat with the quintessential summertime drink. Whether you brew it, buy it blended, or make it boozy,...