LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2022

Lowball Highballs Europe’s answer to

THE CASCADIAN P. 171 A little lower-alcohol than most Highballs, this drink gets a citrus lift from hop water, a versatile ingredient that’s going to have a big impact on the cocktail world. The secret to a great Highball is all in the chill. Keep the mix in the fridge and chill both the glass and spirit in the freezer for an hour before mixing up a frosty cold drink.

the Highball sees spirits swapped out for lower alcohol aperitifs for even more refreshment per ounce. Whether it’s Spain’s Rebujito (dry sherry and fizzy lemonade) or the Porto Tonica (port and tonic) found on patios all over Portugal, the Highball tends to show off its lighter side in much of Europe. The secret to the success of these lower-alcohol drinks is that fortified wines and aperitifs are ridiculously easy to find pairings for—so don’t be afraid to mix and match. lemonade to 2 oz Fonseca White Port (LCBO 276816, $19.25) for a light and tangy summer sparkler. › Give Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermouth (LCBO 215418, 500 mL, $9.45) new life by mixing it with Clementina (or any Italian orange soda)— one part vermouth to two parts soda. BONUS DRINKS › Instead of tonic, add 4 oz of any sparkling

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