Brad A. Johnson
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Orange County Register
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June 11, 2020
, Orange County Register/SCNG) Vaca tonic from Vaca One of the greatest cocktails ever conceived: Brooklyn Gin and Fever Tree Tonic, frozen, garnished with basil blossoms. $10 each. 695 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-463-6060, vacarestaurant.com. Frozen
Vaca tonic from the temporary takeout menu at Vaca in Costa Mesa (Photo by Brad A. Johnson, Orange County Register/SCNG) Margaritas from Water Grill Textbook classic (and very strong) silver margaritas, sold by the quart. Unfortunately these are no