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Or sign-in if you have an account.We independently select everything we recommend. Buying through us may earn us a commission, which supports our work.Sweltering days, balmy nights, extended sunshine hours — July is finally here, so let’s hit the deck for a toast. Whether you’re opting for a sparkling water, a spiked libation, or something in between, there’s bound to be a summery Canadian-made concoction that suits your sweaty palms. Here are four hot picks to cool down with.Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. 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Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorClearly Canadian Sparkling WaterAround $3 per bottleAs the trending quest for a ‘90s summer continues, there’s no denying the bottled-up nostalgia of an ice-cold Clearly Canadian. First created in B.C. in 1987, the OG flavours — Country Raspberry, Orchard Peach, Summer Strawberry, Mountain Blackberry and Wild Cherry — still exist in the same form today. Even the bottle hasn’t changed much. The crispy sparkling water is bottled in Richmond Hill, Ont., using pure Canadian spring water. Canadian summer classic? We think so.Product reviews, deals, roundups and interviews to help you make better buying decisions.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againAvailable at: A grocery store near youLa Presserie’s Cold Pressed Paloma MixerAround $7.50 per bottleAny way you pour it — with club soda or tequila — La Presserie’s cold pressed mix is the key ingredient for the perfect cocktail (or mocktail). Made with just pink grapefruit juice, lime juice, cane sugar and ascorbic acid, the Paloma Mixer is crafted in small batches with fresh fruits. One bottle of the Toronto-made mix can make up to 10 cocktails or mocktails.Available at: Select grocery stores (see lapresserie.com)Atypique MocktailsPrices varyFounded by former Canadian professional football player Étienne Boulay, Quebec-based mocktail brand Atypique has all the cocktail classics covered, including Piña Colada, Mojito, Red Sangria and Amaretto Sour. Zero proof and ready to drink in chic skinny cans, the 60 to 80-calorie bevvies capture all the summer feels minus a buzz.Available at: A grocery store near yoububly POPPrices varyWhy did musician Michael Bublé’s social media go dark in April? The answer is bubly POP. The Canadian spokesman for the popular brand helped build hype for the spring launch of this soda spinoff of bubly’s beloved sparkling waters. Made in Canada from domestic and imported ingredients, bublyPOP boasts real fruit juice, zero artificial colours and three grams of sugar or less per can. Flavours include berry, black cherry and lemon lime — and Canada is currently the only country in the world where you can buy them. Yes, the bubly (and Bublé), hype is strong.Available at: A grocery store near you Join the Conversation This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.