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Join me along, with the LCBO and their partners,
as I Mix It Up with this season's cocktail trends.
I'm going to show you how to impress your guests
by using bold, full flavors and seasonal trends
in interesting whiskey serves.
So let's get started!
First up, the blooming tea toddy,
which is floral, aromatic, and warming.
The hot toddy is such an iconic fall cocktail,
so we're using a Canadian whiskey, Crown Royal,
which has notes of vanilla, orange, and all-spice,
with a silky smooth finish.
First, put your kettle on.
You're gonna need three quarters of a cup
of boiling water.
Then you're gonna take your blooming flower tea
and put it in a heat-proof cup.
And you can get that in any specialty tea shop.
Then you're gonna pour this three quarters of a cup
of boiling water over it.
After about five minutes, when the tea steeps,
we can add our Crown Royal.
You need about an ounce of Crown Royal...
Followed by half an ounce of spiced honey syrup.
Add a tiny squeeze of lemon.
Then we're gonna peel a lemon zest over the drink,
because it's gonna offer a fantastic note to the cocktail
and tie in those citrus elements.
I like using this tool because you can control how thick
or thin the zest is.
We're just gonna peel that and mist it right over
the top of the cocktail.
We're gonna place it inside the Blooming Tea Toddy,
and there you go. Enjoy!
Next up, we have the Northern Whiskey Cider
that is simple and delicious,
made with two of my fall favorites,
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey and apple cider.
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey is a whiskey-based liquor
that is made with real honey, which is delicately sweet,
and it pairs fantastically with apples.
So first we're gonna add one ounce of Jack Daniel's
Tennessee Honey in an already iced Collins glass.
Then we're going to add three ounces of apple cider.
Then we're gonna top it off with just a splash,
so one ounce, of sparkling water...
And give it a quick stir.
Lastly, we're gonna garnish it with some apple slices.
And there you have it, the Northern Whiskey Cider.
Enjoy!
Up next, It's the New Orleans Royale.
This recipe mashes up two classic cocktails
from two of my favorite cities, Sazerac from New Orleans
and French 75 from Paris.
If you can't be in either of those places,
this recipe is perfect to give it a try at home.
This recipe calls for a rye whiskey,
so we're gonna use a Canadian favorite, J.P. Wiser's Deluxe,
which is subtle and won't overpower the other ingredients.
Let's give it a try.
So first off, we're gonna start by swirling
a couple of drops of absinthe in a coupe glass.
And this step is optional,
it just adds a really nice allspice flavor to it.
Then, in a mixing glass filled with ice,
we're going to add one ounce of J.P. Wiser's Deluxe...
Half an ounce of simple syrup...
Two dashes of Peychaud's bitters...
One dash of Angostura bitters, which is optional,
and then we're gonna stir it up.
Then we're gonna strain it into your prepared coupe glass...
And top it up with just a touch of sparkling wine.
Lastly, we're gonna add a garnish.
And that's the New Orleans Royale.
And one last fall cocktail, the smoky sangria.
This is a smokey take on a summer favorite
using the very versatile Alberta Premium whiskey.
This cocktail features classic seasonal flavors,
like ripe fall fruits, and the whiskey provides notes
of fruitcake and spice, and it adds a mellow
and smoky element to the smoky sangria.
Plus, it's a really fun cocktail to serve your guests.
To make the smoky sangria,
we start by adding half an apple, some pear,
and some chopped plums into a medium-sized pitcher.
Then we're gonna add 375 milliliters of red wine
and let it chill overnight in the refrigerator.
After the flavors have infused overnight,
we're going to add two ounces of Alberta Premium whiskey...
Two tablespoons of orange juice...
One ounce of simple syrup...
Then we're gonna top it off with sparkling water.
We're gonna give it a quick stir...
And pour it into your serving vessel.
And for the piece de resistance,
we're gonna char a little sprig of rosemary
to create some bold smoky flavors for the cocktail.
This charred rosemary adds a nice smoky aromatic
to your cocktail.
Hope you enjoy!
And there you have it, four whiskeys and four different ways
to mix it up this fall.
Visit lcbo.com to learn more about this season's
latest drink trends.
Also, I just want to mention LCBO's
spirit of inclusion initiative.
This new scholarship program encourages and supports
women from diverse backgrounds to join
the beverage alcohol industry.
You can learn more about this very important initiative
at lcbo.com/spiritofsustainability.
And please remember to always drink responsibly.
Enjoy!