LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2020

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tequila sangria Tequila may sound like an offbeat addition to sangria, but its vegetal flavours pair well with a light dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc. With a splash of lime, tart apple and sweet grapes, you’ve got a sensational early summer punch. Don’t forget to serve it with tongs to get at the tasty macerated fruit. 1 bottle (750 mL) dry, crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio 1/2 cup (125 mL) 100% agave tequila blanco 1/2 cup (125 mL) agave syrup 1/4 cup (60 mL) strained fresh lime juice 2 limes, cut into thin wedges 1 Granny Smith apple, cored, thinly sliced 24 green grapes, halved

1 1/2 cups (375 mL) club soda, chilled 6 cups (1.5 L) ice cubes, about 1 1/2 lbs (680 g), plus more for serving 1 In an 8-cup (2-L) glass jar or pitcher, combine wine, tequila, agave syrup and lime juice. Stir to dissolve agave. Stir in lime wedges, apple slices and grape halves. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours. 2 Transfer sangria mixture to a 16-cup (4-L) drink dispenser or punch bowl. Slowly pour in soda and add 6 cups ice. Serve with chilled glasses, ice cubes and tongs to remove fruit from sangria to garnish.

Santa Carolina Sauvignon Blanc LCBO 269597, $8.95 – OR – Montalto Pinot Grigio Sicily IGT LCBO 73148, $9.95 Cazadores Blanco Tequila LCBO 363986, $34.95

Makes 8 drinks

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EARLY SUMMER 2020 FOOD & DRINK