What is Piquette?

“Piquette” is made from the leftover grape pulp, skins, seeds and stems

(known as grape pomace) that are usually discarded by winemakers after they get the juice they need to make wine. Compared to grape juice, these leftovers are low in sugar, which is needed to make alcohol in the fermentation process. Lower sugar means less alcohol in the finished product.

Get to know this drink with salty, citrus-forward Benjamin Bridge Piquette (7.2% ABV; LCBO 24928, 250 mL, $5.95) or its fruity and floral sparkling rosé cousin, Benjamin Bridge Pink (6% ABV; LCBO 24978, 250 mL, $5.95). Both belong on a short-list for the official drink of summer.