LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2021

FLEXING FLAVOURS These spirits take the traditional juniper, citrus and botanical flavours for unexpected twists and turns. Bouquet of botanicals Made in the English countryside, Silent Pool Gin ( LCBO 18859, $57.95) is infused with rose, linden, bergamot and elder­ flower, among dozens of other aromatics. Citrus twist From the U.K. company that revved up the flavoured-gin revolution, Whitley Neill Pink Grapefruit Gin ( LCBO 16099, $44.95) gets juiced with Iberian pink grapefruit from Spain, plus a hint of chamomile. Veggie vibes Hendrick’s Lunar Gin ( LCBO 16094, $59.95) is rich with night-blooming flower essences and warm cookie spices; it gives a G&T garnished with cucumber and ground pepper a huge citrus boost. Mouth-watering Dubbing itself the “anti-pink gin,” Romeo’s Gin X Pink (18265, $39.95) from Quebec adds rosy watermelon to its normal mix of cucumber, dill, lavender and almond.

Super sonic: Pair gin with soda and just a dash of tonic so the flavours shine through.

Drink P&Ps this summer: Mix 1 oz pink gin and 3 oz Prosecco in a flute or poured tall over ice.