LCBO Food & Drink Spring 2023

DRINKS TAKE FLIGHT

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THE COCKTAIL FLIGHT Paper Plane Tuna Crudo

1. PAPER PLANE (P. 115) This drink was created in the late aughts by Chicago bartender Sam Ross and the late Sasha Petraske, and named for a popular song of the time. It’s made of equal parts Nonino Quintessentia Amaro (LCBO 933796, 700 mL, $46.95), Aperol (LCBO 176834, $28.95), bourbon (such as Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon , LCBO 605063, $42.45) and fresh lemon juice, shaken over ice and served in a chilled coupe. PAIR WITH Yellowfin Tuna Crudo with Radish, Cucumber & Capers (page 115): Delicate fish crudo can be deceptively simple but full of complexity. Sushi-grade tuna and a few uncomplicated garnishes come together to make a bright and fresh complement to the bittersweet cocktail, with bourbon’s steadying bass note countering zingy freshness from the lemon juice.

2. STRAWBERRY PAPER PLANE Muddle a few fresh (or thawed frozen) strawberries in the bottom of your cocktail shaker with 1 tsp (5 mL) honey, then make the cocktail according to the basic recipe. PAIR WITH Tuna Crudo with Mint & Jalapeño: Switch out cucumber and capers for chopped fresh mint

3. SMOKING ENGINE Swap out the bourbon in the cocktail for a smoky Scotch, like Johnnie Walker Black Label Scotch Whisky (LCBO 7880, $62.45). PAIR WITH Salmon Crudo : Swap tuna for salmon to pair with the peated-Scotch cocktail variation. Salmon is obviously a natural with the smoky flavour of the drink, and its rich texture is tempered by the lemon.

and thinly sliced jalapeño peppers: the paired drink’s strawberry sweetness helps tame the chili heat.

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