Pok Pok’s drinking vinegars, know as Som, are both tart and sweet. They make refreshing soft drinks, mixed in a ratio  of one part Som to four parts soda water. Used full strength in cocktails, they’re a wonderfully subtle source of flavor. And of course, Pok Pok Soms are made right here in Portland.

Tamarind Whiskey Soda

A brown drink well-suited to warmer weather, this fresh take on a classic comes from Mitchell McCartney and Ian Williamson of Bi-Rite Market in San Francisco.

• 2 ozs. Bourbon
• 3/4-oz. Brown Sugar Syrup*
• 1 oz. Lemon Juice
• 2 ozs. Pok Pok Tamarind Som
• Cherry for garnish

Place all ingredients, along with ice, in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously, then double-strain into a double rocks glass over a King Cube with a good cocktail cherry for garnish.

* To make Brown Sugar Syrup, combine one part brown sugar and one part water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Hunny

• 1 1/2 ozs. Tequila
• 1 oz. Grapefruit Juice
• 1 oz. Lime Juice
• 1 oz. Pok Pok Honey Som

Place all ingredients, along with ice, in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously, then double-strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a grapefruit wedge.

Apple Gin Rickey

• 1 1/2 ozs. Gin
• 1 oz. Pok Pok Apple Som
• Soda Water
• Lemon
• Cherry for garnish

Fill a tall glass with ice, then add the Gin and Pok Pok Som. Top up with soda water, squeeze a lemon on top, and garnish with a cherry.