Discovery – Niagara-on-the-Lake

Starbucks Discovery Niagara-on-the-Lake is a bigger version of the ornament that we saw earlier. On top of the symbols and landmarks from the mini mug, we have the following points of interest incorporated in the design:

Fort George stands as a remarkable testament to Canada’s military heritage, having played a crucial role in defending Upper Canada during the War of 1812. The fort’s well-preserved wooden buildings and earthen ramparts offer visitors an authentic glimpse into early 19th-century military life, complete with soldiers in period uniforms demonstrating musket firing and military drills.… Read more

Discovery Series Ornament – Niagara-on-the-Lake

The release of the Discovery Ornament Niagara-On-The-Lake is yet another confirmation that this new series will be pretty big, with mugs and ornaments for more places than the previous collections. In the case of Niagara-on-the-Lake, we’ve seen it before in the form of the full-size mug, but not the ornament.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, located in Ontario (Canada), was originally known as Butlersburg. It was later renamed Newark when it became the first capital of Upper Canada in 1792. The town played a significant role during the War of 1812, when it was burned down by American forces in 1813.… Read more