low ABV

The Lemon-Lime & Bitters Was Born to Please

The spritzy, low-ABV cocktail with roots in the Caribbean is no-nonsense and easy to love.

• story: Brigid Washington
• photo: Lizzie Munro

Future Water

A Dubonnet-based spritz from Atlanta's Ticonderoga Club.

Chip Tyndale’s Bamboo

A traditional build showcasing both bitter and dry notes and a finish that doesn't fade.

Session Margarita

Manzanilla sherry teams up with tequila in this low-proof spin.

Sharon

Manzanilla sherry stars in this low-octane Negroni.

Ma Cherie

Savory elements, from the muddled celery down to the cucumber garnish, draw the drink away from its source material, the sherry cobbler.

Kobra

The classic Bamboo acts as a launch point for this white port-based cocktail.

Suze and Tonic

An uncomplicated low-ABV alternative to the gin and tonic.

Kitty Highball

Brooklyn's Fresh Kills updates the classic equal parts recipe of red wine and ginger ale.

Soft Shock

In our house Gin & Tonic recipe we cut down the proof by splitting the base between gin and fino sherry, and kick up the aromatics by way of a…