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A COCKTAIL GUIDE

Photos by JOHN VALLS MODIFIED THEORY is a sparkling malt bevy, which means the alcohol comes from malt fermentation, with fruit, spices and other natural flavors added during the fermentation process. It’s low in sugar and alcohol (5.5% ABV) and uses only natural ingredients and no preservatives. You can sip it solo or mix it with your favorite spirit to make a refreshing cocktail.

THREE FLAVORS

TAHITIAN TAROCCO NORTHWEST LIME AGAVE ORANGE BERRY Vibrant VANILLA LAVENDER Tahitian limes Sweet Tarocco A blend of combine with blood oranges juicy berries Aji Amarillo mingle with from the peppers, an array of Pacific agave and warming Northwest Himalayan spices. and aromatic sea salt. lavender. We partnered with bartender David Shenaut of Raven & Rose in Portland, Oregon, to find the best ways to mix with all three flavors using simple ingredients that you’re likely to have on hand or can easily find. Here are a few simple tips to get you started:

DON’T GET TOO FUSSY. Let each of the Bevy flavors 1 shine by keeping your cocktail recipes simple. Some of the recipes in this guide are simple twists on classics, and all of them feature only a few ingredients. “With drinks, simple is often best, especially when you’re working with a new ingredient. These recipes are all easy to assemble and really allow the Modified Theory to stand out,” says Shenaut.

FIND A GOOD BALANCE OF SWEET AND DRY. 2 The flavor profile of Modified Theory is dry and sparkling, so in a cocktail you’ll want to complement that with a bit of sweetness. “These recipes use simple sweeteners, like fruit liqueurs, juices and flavored syrups, honey and fruit preserves to perfectly contrast the dryness of the three bevy flavors,” says Shenaut.

EMBRACE THE BUBBLES. “I’m really blown away by 3 the variety of options for using the Modified Theory as a topper,” says Shenaut. “You can use it in place of soda, sparkling wine and tonic to add depth and nuance to cocktails.” HEY, HONEY

TOOLS The botanicals of gin and shaker Chartreuse contrast the Berry strainer Lavender Bevy, while honey barspoon and lemon provide a balance of acidity and sweetness. GLASS double rocks 1 oz. London dry gin ½ oz. honey syrup (2:1) GARNISH ¼ oz. fresh lemon juice fresh berries 4 oz. Berry Lavender Bevy ¼ oz. yellow Chartreuse to float

Combine the first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice, then shake to chill. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass, top with Bevy, then stir. Add a float of yellow Chartreuse, then garnish. MIDNIGHT MARGARITA

TOOLS This simple twist on the Margarita shaker gives the classic formula a little strainer extra sparkle. barspoon 1 oz. blanco tequila GLASS ½ oz. agave syrup rocks ¼ oz. fresh lime juice 1 tsp. orange liqueur GARNISH 4 oz. Tahitian Lime Agave Bevy salt rim lime wheel Rim a rocks glass with sea salt, fill with ice, then set aside. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake to chill. Strain into the ice-filled rocks glass, top with the Bevy, stir briefly, then garnish. GINGER SNAP

TOOLS This update on a classic mule doubles shaker down on vanilla and adds a nice orange strainer note without making the drink too sweet. GLASS rocks 1 oz. bourbon ¼ oz. fresh lemon juice GARNISH ½ oz. ginger syrup candied ginger Tarocco Orange Vanilla Bevy to top

Combine the first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake to chill. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass, top with Bevy, stir briefly, then garnish.

Ginger Syrup: Peel and chop 2 cups of fresh ginger. Blend the ginger in a food processor or blender. Place the ginger in a pot, then add 2 cups of white sugar and 6 cups of water, and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 1 hour, stirring ocassionally. Strain the syrup to remove all of the ginger pieces. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. SLOW JAM

TOOLS Mixed berry preserves offer shaker the perfect sweetness to strainer complement bourbon, lemon barspoon and Berry Lavender Bevy in this whiskey smash. GLASS double rocks 1 oz. bourbon 1 Tbsp. mixed berry preserves GARNISH ½ oz. fresh lemon juice mint Berry Lavender Bevy to top fresh berry Combine the first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice, then shake to chill. Strain into an ice-filled glass, top with the Bevy, then stir briefly and garnish. ISLAND HOPPER

TOOLS This play on the classic Mojito muddler introduces Tahitian Lime Agave shaker Bevy for a new layer of flavor. strainer barspoon 1 oz. light rum ¾ oz. rich simple syrup (2:1) GLASS ½ oz. fresh lime juice collins 8 mint leaves Tahitian Lime Agave Bevy to top GARNISH mint Muddle the mint and syrup in a shaker. Add the rum and lime juice, as well as ice, then shake to chill. Strain into an ice-filled glass, top with the Bevy, stir briefly, then garnish. SPICE TRAIL

TOOLS With layers of fruit, spice and sparkle, shaker this is the perfect brunch cocktail. strainer 1 oz. aged rum GLASS 1 oz. Earl Grey tea syrup flute ¼ oz. fresh lemon juice ½ oz. fresh orange juice GARNISH 1 tsp. allspice dram clove-studded 4 oz. Tarocco Orange Vanilla Bevy orange peel Combine the first 5 ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake to chill. Strain into a chilled flute, top with the Bevy, then garnish.

Earl Grey Tea Syrup: Steep 1 Tbsp. of Earl Grey tea in 1 cup of nearly boiling water for 5 minutes. Strain out the tea. Bring the tea to rolling boil, then stir in 1 cup of white sugar, until the sugar dissolves. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature, then pour into a clean jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. MODIFIED SPRITZ

TOOLS If you love an Aperol Spritz, barspoon swap out prosecco for a bit of Berry Lavender Bevy and you’ve GLASS got a delicious new variation. wine glass 1 oz. vodka GARNISH 1 oz. Aperol orange slice Berry Lavender Bevy to top

Pour the vodka and Aperol in an ice-filled glass and stir to combine. Top with the Bevy, then garnish. SMOOTH SAILING

TOOLS A float of pear brandy provides shaker amazing aromatics in this strainer simple Vodka Collins. barspoon 1 oz. vodka GLASS ½ oz. fresh lime juice collins ½ oz. simple syrup (1:1) 4 oz. Tahitian Lime Agave Bevy GARNISH ¼ oz. Pear brandy float pear fan Combine the first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake to chill. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass, top with the Bevy and a float of pear brandy, stir briefly, then garnish. IRISH GOODBYE

TOOLS This gorgeous cocktail merges floral shaker and fruity flavors with the richness strainer of Irish whiskey and the sweet/dry barspoon sparkle of Tarocco Orange Vanilla Bevy. GLASS pilsner 1½ oz. Irish whiskey ¾ oz. tart cherry juice GARNISH ½ oz. St-Germain elderflower liqueur lemon wheel ¼ oz. fresh lemon juice cherry ¼ oz. simple syrup (1:1) Tarocco Orange Vanilla Bevy to top

Combine the first 5 ingredients in a shaker with ice, then shake to chill. Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice, top with the Bevy, stir briefly, then garnish. © 2020 MODIFIED THEORY modifiedtheory.com IMBIBE imbibemagazine.com