LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2023

Everything seems to taste better when it’s cooked outside while you and your loved ones enjoy the blissful summer weather. These versatile tipples will carry you through the entire grilling session, from sipping while you wait for the BBQ to heat up to pairing beautifully with your completed summery spread. 6

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› Rey Azul Tequila & Soda Lime & A Hint of Sea Salt LCBO 31289, 355 mL, $2.85 Rey Azul’s small-batch tequila is produced using traditional methods, which include roasting agave in a stone oven anZd distilling its fermented juices in a copper pot still. A whisper of sea salt adds savoury depth to the high-quality tequila base. Serve it on the rocks with a wedge of lime to bring out its citrus elements. You also can’t go wrong enjoying it straight from a well‑chilled can. Leave it to a well-known Canadian-­ owned restaurant brand to create an RTD take on Canada’s home grown cocktail. The body is a little lighter than a classic Caesar cocktail, making it all the more refreshing to drink on a scorching › The Keg Keg Size Caesar LCBO 31481, 458 mL, $3.65

day. Try pouring it into a glass garnished with your favourite Caesar toppers.

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