THOR HOLIDAY HOURS
effective December 23:
Saturday, Dec 24 - 9am to 3pm
Sunday, Dec 25 - CLOSED
Monday, Dec 26 - 10am to 4pm
Tuesday Dec 27 to Friday Dec 30 - 8am to 5pm
Saturday Dec 31 - 8am to 3pm
Sunday Jan 1 - Sunday Jan 8 - CLOSED FOR WINTER HOLIDAY/RENOVATIONS + CLEANING!
Monday Jan 9 - reopen REGULAR HOURS
In commemoration of our 1 year birthday, HOT, fresh, yummy and sinful doughnuts* will be available at THOR on Thursday, NOVEMBER 17!
*GLORY HOLE DOUGHNUTS are Toronto’s first artisanal, all hand made, all natural, totally retro doughnut dealer.
The Menu on offer (only while quantities last);
Lemon Meringue
Chocolate Puddin’
Dulce de Leche + Hazelnuts
Coconut Cream
Apple Pie
Cinnamon Sugar
get em’ while they hot!
current hours of operation (fall 2011)
Monday: 7am to 6pm
Tuesday: 7am to 6pm
Wednesday: 7am to 6pm
Thursday: 7am to 6pm
Friday: 7am to 6pm
Saturday: 8am to 6pm
Sunday: 9am to 4pm
NOLA First Annual Block Party, Saturday August 27th, 2pm - 7pm
Along with all our friends “NOrth of LAkeshore” we are throwing a party. There will be clothes, gifts all on sale, yoga, cycling AND grilled cheese! Thor will be offering iced coffee (and non) drinks to keep ya cool at the party (plus brownies!). DJ Iacopo will be live, spinning a killer 5 hour set to keep you (and us) moving all afternoon long.
Summer is slipping away and we’d love to meet ya so don’t miss this chance to come on down to NOLA and get your party on.
facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=198253073571913
NOLA SIDEWALK SATURDAY; MAY 21
Our friends NOrth of LAkeshore (NOLA) have huddled together for an afternoon of fun at Bathurst & Wellington! In front of each of our locations, we’ve set up sales, giveaways, and showcases for pedestrians and visitors of the area! This event will be happening rain or shine, but if it rains, you may have to step inside.
Here’s what you can expect at each participating location this Saturday between 12 and 3pm:
GOTSTYLE: The Menswear Store (62 Bathurst St – map)
We’ll be having a 30% off sidewalk sale and a lemonade stand to help keep your motor running.
Thor Espresso Bar (35 Bathurst St – map)
Purchase any yummy sweet TREAT or delicious hot SANDWICH and ENJOY your choice of an ESPRESSO BEVERAGE ON US!*
*offer valid for event duration on Saturday May 21 only. Complimentary drink applies only to house blended espresso, 12oz americano or 8oz cappuccino*
Drake General Store (82A Bathurst St – map)
Our friends at the Drake General Store will be having a sidewalk sale of old and new treasures! Weather permitting.
Drop by Cykl to get your first class free and purchase some tasty baked goods to help raise money for the Ride to Conquer Cancer. They’ll also be showcasing the new RealRyder outside of the studio.
Slip (her) into something beautiful at Freda’s blowout sale: 30% to 50% off!
Amsterdam Brewery (21 Bathurst St – map)
It’s an open house at the ol’ Red Light Affair venue! Introducing Amsterdam’s new summer seasonal beer – Oranje Weisse – guests are invited down for a sample and snacks. Read more about Oranje Weiss here.
“I KINDA LIKE IT HERE”
inspired by and made in CANADA. These laser cut coasters are a great “locally made” gift item! THOR is one of only 3 design oriented spots in Toronto where these are available. They are currently on their 2nd production run after the first sold out!
Limited quantities available now @ THOR
$40
BAR MENU
espresso, house 2.25
macchiato 2.75
cappuccino (8oz) 3.25
americano (12oz) 2.5
the “hit n run” 4 house espresso to stay + an americano to go
latte (12oz) 3.75
mocha (12oz) 4 house-crafted all-natural dark chocolate
vanilla bean latte (12oz) 4.25 house-crafted, all natural Tahitian vanilla pod syrup
tea (12oz) 1.75 (loose leaf)
chai latte/london fog (12oz) 3.5 (served as loose leaf tea)
hot cocoa (12oz) 3.5 house-crafted all-natural dark chocolate
san pellegrino/limonata (250/330ml) 1.5
san pellegrino (750ml) 3.5
jones soda (355ml) 1.75
orange juice (473ml) 2
icelandic water (500ml) 2
*all espresso drinks served with a double shot, pricing based on house blend espresso. single origins and features may be priced higher.
“THE EXTRAS”
*“I Like it Big” upgrade to 16oz! Americano, +.25 Latte +.50
*+.50 a shot of real madagascar/tahitian vanilla syrup, all-natural, made in-house
*+.25 almond, soy or lactose free milk
**5% GST included in our prices, 8% PST charged on orders over $4 :(
OUR COFFEE
Espresso
THOR’S ESPRESSO
Our signature “house” blend will hit you like a hammer with its citrusy Panamanian brightness, quickly easing you onto the fruits of Africa before finally letting you off nice and easy with a sweet chocolate Brazilian finish .
- Roast Level: Medium Dark
- Region: Ethiopia, Brazil, Panama
- Varietal: Mondo Novo, Icatu, Typica, Caturra, Haricho
- Profile: sweet chocolate, citrus, berry, balanced, creamy
HONDURAS FINCA FERNANDEZ “Cup of Excellence #4”
Winning Lot #4 in the 2010 Honduras Cup of Excellence Competition. Coffees submitted to this competition go through an intense selection process. The final lots selected are all coffees scoring 84 points and above in cuppings conducted by both the Honduras National jury and the Cup of Excellence International Jury.
This cup is rich in flavours and aromas of raspberry, caramel, apple, mandarin, and peach.
- Roast Level: Medium Dark
- Producer: Cesar Agusto Fernández Fernández
- Farm: Fernández
- Country: Honduras
- Region: Santa Bárbara
- Varietal: Pacas
- Profile: raspberry, citric, caramel apple, sweet grapefruit, orange blossom, mandarin, cloves, peach apricot Acidity- crisp, refined, bright
French Press Brew
WESTERN DECADENCE
Subtly fruited with lemon and grapefruit, plus chocolate, sweet berries plus a buttery, creamy, smooth mouth experience. Treat yourself to this well-balanced, full-bodied cuppa bliss – via Columbia, Kenya, Sumatra.
- Roast Level: Medium Dark
- Region: Kenya, Colombia, Sumatra
- Varietal: SL28/34, Typica, Caturra, Catimor, Java
- Profile: grapefruit, lemon, chocolate, berry, buttery, creamy, smooth, balanced, full-bodied
Decaf
NYET NYET
For those who love everything about espresso but the caffeine, this decaf blend offers a nutty, sweet, balanced flavour-jolt. Lifts the soul, while leaving the pulse rate intact. Nice in a drip filter, too.
- Roast Level: Medium Dark
- Profile: sweet, nutty, chocolate, balanced
OUR TEA
this is a list of our current offerings. All teas are loose leaf.
BLACK
ENGLISH BREAKFAST
This Selected broken Assam and Sumatra teas form the basis for an extremely yielding quality which is strongly reminiscent of East Frisian blends. A dark infusion with malty spiciness, at its best when slightly sweetened and with a dash of milk or cream.
ASSAM JONAK
Jonak teas are produced at the Sonarie Tea Estate, in Assam’s Sibsagar district. “Jonak” means “Assam’ moonlight” in the local language. The history of these tea gardens traces back to 1874. The tea bushes thrive on a chain of hills knows as “tillas” and confer a pronounced aroma and an exciting taste. A medium-large leaf and golden tips surprises with its pleasant malty spiciness.
EARL GREY
In 1833, Earl Grey, the Earl of Howick Hall, and at the time British Prime Minister, suspended the price monopoly which the East India company had enjoyed at China’s expense. The originally pure Chinese tea was lightly flavoured with fine bergamot oil to protect the tea from mould and tar, which could form during long sea voyages. It is the embodiment of the finest English tea.
GREEN
JASMINE
In China whole green leaf teas are traditionally scented with layers of jasmine flower. The petals are harvested during the day and stored cool at night in order to bloom and release their full fragrance. Petals are sifted out after processing. Light to stronger delicate floral flavours and tastes with a light, slightly yellow color, spreading an intense bouquet of jasmine.
GREEN MENTHOS
High-quality Chinese ‘gunpowder’, the finest American spearmint and an intense natural crisp mint flavour combine in a special taste experience, Aromatic, lively yet rich, this exciting composition delivers a fine aroma and scent. Ideal as an iced tea on hot days.
CHAI
SPICY CHAI
This classic chai tea is pleasant and strong in flavour. The intense taste comes from select ingredients like aniseed, cinnamon and ginger. Milk and sugar should be added to achieve the ultimate taste sensation.
RED CHAI
Hot and spicy ingredients, lends the Rooibos base a fine, exotic taste. Traditional chai ingredients such as aniseed, ginger and cinnamon and the mellow taste of Rooibos form an ideal blend. Suitable for those avoiding caffeine.
FUSION
CHAMOMILE
A chamomile of very high quality, with evenly sized small pieces, all hand-sorted. Chamomile has been drunk since the Neolithic Age.
ROOIBOS “Red Bush”
A high-quality Rooibos tea identified by its ruby color and the soft, sweet, characteristic aromatic taste. The leaf sends out long needles.
ORANGE PASSION
Shining orange papaya flakes, enhanced by light, tangy, green tea flavour is supported by fresh lemon grass.
ROASTED ALMOND
An acid-free base with sweet apple pieces and red colours from added beetroot. Flavour notes are from sweet, roasted, caramelized almonds. A taste experience your palate will love.
…more press (thank you!)
the reviews are in…
check ‘em out…
Globe and Mail (currently print only)
a little “mini” review
not bad considering we are not even “officially” open yet!** ;)
oh, let’s not forget, pulling up the rear ;)
Our much anticipated Espresso machine has finally hit Toronto! YEAH! So now it just needs it’s home. We are working hard on that right at this moment. Soon baby, soon… ;)
photos by Thommy J.
our little baby (ok - espresso machine) was hand built over the last 2 months in Seattle and is currently on it’s trek to Toronto as we speak. The guys over at SLAYER were kind enough to send us these pics of its construction. very, very excited! ;)
THOR tweets
Construction is gonna start. Finally! After seemingly endless months of research, planning, back and forth with all the various parties, tons of stress + a little fun - the games begin!
Tick Tock. Tick Tock. Our eyes are on the clock….
I will try my best to keep posting the progress as it happens up until our opening. We are aiming for Sept 1. Fingers crossed. xx
Thanks for visiting - let’s stay in touch ok?
