You searched “best shortbread cookies Canada” or “butter cookie gift tins near me.”
You’re not hunting for recipes — you want cookies that impress, travel well, and taste premium.
This post cuts the noise. Here’s how to pick the right tin, what to expect with Canadian shipping, and which flavours get repeat orders. Whether you’re gifting clients or stocking up for Christmas, this quick guide saves time and delivers smiles.
Butter Cookies vs Shortbread — What Canadians Should Know
Shortbread biscuits: crumbly, dense, lightly sweet — the classic Scottish texture.
Butter cookies: crisp edge, tender middle, richer butter aroma, more variety.
👉 Quick takeaway:
For everyday snacking, shortbread works.
For gifting and premium feel, butter cookies win — deeper flavour, prettier presentation.
Why Canadians Love Cultured Butter Cookies
The secret is the butter.
Lowrey uses 42 % New Zealand cultured butter — fermented cream that builds natural caramel and tangy richness.
That’s why our cookies melt, not crumble. They taste handmade, not factory-made.
Each tin is small-batch baked with clean ingredients: butter, flour, corn starch, icing sugar — nothing artificial, no palm oil.
How to Choose (Canada Buying Rules)
✅ Butter ratio: Over 40 % = top-tier texture and flavour.
✅ Tin design: Rigid tins travel safely across borders and look gift-ready.
✅ Flavour choice:
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Original → classic & safe
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Chocolate → kid-friendly
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Coffee → adult & office favourite
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Matcha → modern and tea-loving
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Raspberry → fruity & Valentine’s pick
Read shipping and duties below before checkout.
Explore all flavours → Butter Cookies Collection
Shipping to Canada — What to Expect
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Delivery: ~4–6 business days via DHL Express
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Tracking: Full door-to-door visibility
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Breakage policy: Dual cushioning; damaged tins replaced
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Import duties & taxes: CBSA may apply GST/HST based on value; recipient pays directly to carrier.
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Note: Free shipping does not cover duties or brokerage fees.
More details in our → Shipping Policy
Top Picks for Canadian Gifting
Real butter, bold flavour, gift-ready tins.
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Original Butter Cookies — pure taste, perfect for family gifts → Shop Original
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Chocolate Butter Cookies — Dutch cocoa base, rich yet light → Shop Chocolate
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Coffee Butter Cookies — aromatic and elegant → Shop Coffee
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Matcha Butter Cookies — green-tea bitterness + buttery sweetness → Shop Matcha
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Raspberry Butter Cookies — freeze-dried raspberry powder, fruity and bright → Shop Raspberry
When to Gift What — Canada Holiday Calendar
| Occasion | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | Original + Coffee | Comfort flavours, office-safe |
| Christmas & New Year | Mixed Tin | Variety pleases everyone |
| Valentine’s Day | Raspberry | Colour + real fruit tang |
| Mother’s Day | Original / Matcha | Light, thoughtful, beautiful tin |
| Corporate Gifting | Coffee / Original | Polished and universally liked |
FAQs
Q1. Do you ship cookies to all Canadian provinces?
Yes — DHL Express covers every province and territory, including remote areas.
Q2. How are duties/taxes handled?
They’re billed directly by customs or carrier. The recipient pays before delivery.
Q3. Can I send these as corporate gifts?
Absolutely. We handle large orders, custom labels, and branded notes — see [Corporate Gifts].
Q4. What’s the shelf life?
Nine months sealed. Store cool and dry.
Q5. What if the tin arrives damaged badly?
We replace it — no questions asked. See Shipping for claim steps.
Final Call — Choose Your Path
👉 Shop Canadian Favourites → Butter Cookies Collection
👉 Need Bulk or Holiday Orders? → Corporate Gifts
