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Another reason it sucks to be on the east coast! ;-)
Without much looking these brands are available in CA, WA, and OR AND our states allow for internet booze deliveries (in case we can't find anything). Guess it's time for twojoe to move!
Oh, and by the way, if Paul just suggested spirits that were available in every state, it would be a very, very poor selection of crappy spirits.

A little known fact to Americans: Dubonnet in the states is made in Kentucky and is quite different than the product that the rest of the world (including Canada) receives (which is made in France). If you're close to the Canadian border, head on up and bring some "real" Dubonnet back with you. You won't regret it.

cranberry sauce with champagne and currants

Keep spreading the Toronto love! My goal is that this will one day be my Last Word!!!
As an added tip, slice a wide thin piece of orange zest and place it into the mixing glass while stirring, and add another orange zest as garnish when you finish.