LCBO Food & Drink Spring 2021

Low in calories and gluten-­ free, White Claw Hard Seltzer first achieved rock star levels of fame in the U.S. But you might be surprised to learn White Claw is the brainchild of Vancouverite Anthony von Mandl, a B.C. wine magnate and the billionaire behind Mike’s Hard Lemonade. ALL ABOUT WHITE CLAW

White Claw Hard Seltzer Mango LCBO 14487, 473 mL, $2.95 This tropical tipple drinks like a beach vacation. Add 2 oz Malibu Coconut Rum Liqueur ( LCBO 477836, $24.50); top with a pineapple spear.

White Claw Hard Seltzer Watermelon LCBO 19121, 473 mL,

White Claw Hard Seltzer Raspberry LCBO 19118, 473 mL, $2.95 (available in April) The tangy raspberry flavour shines with the addition of 1 oz Rossi d’Asiago Limoncello ( LCBO 469643, $23.10) and a generous squeeze of lemon. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

White Claw Hard Seltzer Black Cherry LCBO 14486, 473 mL, $2.95 A splash of peach juice and a trio of

$2.95 (available in April) Add a splash of lime juice and 1 1/2 oz vod- ka to this new Claw flavour, and top with fresh cilantro sprigs and a spear of halved strawberries.

maraschino cherries threaded on a straw lend a touch of sweet- ness to the cherry seltzer.

This trend exploded on TikTok, with people crafting their own versions of the icy treat. Blend a can of White Claw, frozen fruit, 1 oz spirit and ice.  The White Claw Hard Seltzer Variety Pack ( LCBO 15373, 12 pk, $28.95) features four flavours of slim 355-mL cans, including the exclusive Ruby Grapefruit. Try whipping up these delicious combos. • Ruby Grapefruit White Claw + frozen pineapple + gin + ice • Black Cherry White Claw + frozen banana + rum + ice • Natural Lime White Claw + frozen mango + tequila + ice • Mango White Claw + frozen raspberries + vodka + ice WHITE CLAW SLUSHY

For a sweeter drink, add a bit of simple syrup or a sugar rimmer.

A colourful metal straw doubles as a stir stick.

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FOOD & DRINK SPRING 2021