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Summer Drinks in the Exchange

Stay cool with these refreshing sips, served up in the heart of the Exchange District.

Exchange District BIZ Posted in: Food + Drink, Shops + Services, UpdatesTagged: , ,
A couple walks hand in hand down a street in the Exchange District, while two patrons dine on a patio.

Summer in the Exchange District is here, and with it come hot days, warm walks, and sunny patio moments. Luckily, the neighbourhood is a hub for refreshing sips, and local bars, restaurants, and cafés are serving up cool drinks made for the season. Whether you’re patio-hopping with friends or taking a break from exploring, there’s something for every kind of summer thirst: iced teas with a twist, fruity espresso tonics, small-batch spritzes, and more.

Here’s what to try next time you’re thirsty in the Exchange.

Colosimo Coffee

Two refreshing iced beverages served in clear cups, featuring a vibrant iced tea and a dark coffee drink with cream, placed on a wooden tray surrounded by ice cubes.

Le Froid Canadien and Le Soleil Doux are Colosimo Coffee’s newest summer specials, and they’re as refreshingly Canadian as they sound. Le Froid Canadien is a maple vanilla cold brew that’s smooth, sweet, and made for sunny mornings. Le Soleil Doux is a maple vanilla iced tea that’s light, bright, and perfect for an afternoon patio break. Both are part of the La P’tite Visite summer promo, so grab one while you explore the neighbourhood.

📍 145 Pacific Ave
Instagram: @colosimocoffee

Harrison’s Coffee Co.

A woman with long hair and glasses is smiling while holding a clear cup with a light-colored drink, standing in a café interior.

What’s that saying about when life gives you lemons? Ask Harrison’s Coffee Co., whose seasonal lemonade has returned for the summer! A fan favourite, this lemonade is sunshine in a cup. Bright, refreshing, and perfect for summer hangs with friends, it’s the ultimate way to cool off while exploring the Exchange. Pair it with a sunny patio seat or take it to go for your next downtown stroll.

📍 270 Waterfront Drive 
Instagram: @harrisonscoffeeco_

MAS Coffee Co.

A layered beverage in a cup featuring frozen orange, espresso, house-made orange syrup, and tonic water, showcasing a bright and bubbly drink with a bold appearance.

Más Coffee Co.’s Orange Espresso Tonic is everything you want in a summer drink. Its bright, bold, and buzzy flavour is thanks to a zesty housemade orange syrup, which pairs with a double shot of espresso and fizzy tonic water, topped with a frozen orange slice. Those unfamiliar with the idea of fruit and espresso together may be skeptical, but let us assure you — its tangy, slightly bitter taste is totally refreshing, and perfect for a summer pick-me-up. Catch it while the sun’s still high!

📍70 Arthur St, Suite 100
Instagram: @mascoffeecompany

Nonsuch Brewing Co.

A hand holding a glass with the Nonsuch logo, filled with a hazy IPA beer, while pouring from a can decorated with tropical foliage. Background features green leaves.

Nonsuch’s newest release is here, and it’s one the community helped create. Their new Hazy IPA has been in the works since last year, shaped by customer feedback and refined to tropical perfection. Expect vibrant aromas of peach, passionfruit, and pineapple, a creamy mouthfeel, and bold hoppy flavour with medium bitterness and a citrusy finish. Enjoy it in their stunning taproom, under the sun on the patio, or to-go for your next picnic or campfire.

📍 125 Pacific Ave
Instagram: @nonsuchbeer

Patent 5

Two cans of Patent 5 spritz drinks, one Sour Cherry Vodka Spritz and one Lemon Gin Spritz, placed next to crystal glasses on a wooden surface.

Patent 5 is an award-winning distillery known for small batch spirits that pack big, bold flavour, crafted right here in the Exchange District! Their new summer drink features are no exception. The Lemon Gin Spritz and Sour Cherry Spritz are crisp and refreshing, pairing perfectly with their new bar snack menu and sun-soaked seating. Kept fresh in a can, you can enjoy a spritz on Patent 5’s brand new patio, or take some to go for your next summer adventure.

📍 108 Alexander Ave
Instagram: @patent5distillery

Sam’s Place

A hand holding a cup of a colorful drink featuring layers of green tea and a yellow base, against the backdrop of a brick building.

Get your summer drink served with a side of social impact at Sam’s Place. This summer, they’re serving up a fruity and refreshing Mango Matcha Lemonade. This fruity matcha concoction is a little bit caffeinated, a little bit sweet, and a whole lot of fun. The pièce de résistance is the mango popping boba, which bursts with bright mango flavour. It’s quickly become their most popular seasonal special. Try this feel-good treat, made even better knowing that your purchase supports youth empowerment in the community.

📍 100 – 140 Bannatyne Ave
Instagram: @samsplacecoffee

SHO Coffee & Bar

A person holding a refreshing drink in a tall glass, featuring layers of dark and red liquid, topped with cherries and a twist of lemon.

Sho Coffee & Bar is part café, part bar, and part community hub. It’s known for its thoughtful drinks, curated vibes, and all-day hangout energy. This summer, they’re offering a different kind of energy in the form of a Cherry Espresso Tonic. This refreshing take on a summer coffee pairs juicy cherry and bitter espresso, all tied together with a sparkling tonic fizz. It’s sweet, crisp, full of contrast, and even topped with fresh summer cherries. Enjoy it and taste summer!

📍 290 William Ave
Instagram: @shocoffeebar