The colour most commonly found in sunsets over the lake and garden blooms takes centre stage in seasonal food and drink favourites this summer. Bring on the rosés, big-batch cocktails, juicy strawberries and succulent lobster. Pink is trending.
Start or end a feast with this dreamy, whipped cocktail/dessert. Try it with your favourite rum, whether that’s a rich dark rum like Goslings Bermuda Black Seal Rum, an aged option such as Appleton Estate 8 Year Old Reserve or even a splash of white from your home bar, maybe you’ve got some Bacardi Superior White Rum on hand?! It’s also grand on its own served as an alcohol-free treat!
When you’ve gone to the effort of homemaking lobster rolls, you may want to splash out with a perfectly paired, celebratory punch to match. This unusual, big-batch recipe boasts smoky flavour thanks to the addition of Mezcal or Scotch, (Sombra Joven Mezcal or The Famous Grouse Scotch Whisky are good options) and it’s lengthened into bubbly bliss with a sparkling rosé, preferably brut like this modestly priced Segura Viudas Brut Rosé D.O. Cava.
Luscious egg and decadent smoked salmon both call for a pairing that’s light and crisp, yet flavourful enough to stand up to their delicious flavours. A classic French rosé will work beautifully. Try Château la Tour de l’Évêque Rosé or Listel Gris Rosé.
Each element in this brightly coloured and refreshing salad—melon, cucumber and creamy Italian cow’s milk cheese—longs for a sparkling rosé. Opting for rosé bubbles makes whatever you grab a good match for the spicy, zesty dressing, too. De Chanceny Crémant de Loire Rosé Brut and Henry of Pelham Cuvée Catharine Rosé Brut VQA are worthy companions.
Consider something a little bit different when choosing what to serve with this brunch-worthy dish. Afternoon entertaining should be laid-back and easy, so we suggest laying out a selection of ready-to-grab matches—all pink, of course—on a pile of ice! Try a selection of cans like Brickworks Ciderhouse Rosé Cider and Joiy Rosé Sparkling.