Cocktails on Gin & Aquavit

The Martini is, along with the Manhattan, probably the epitome of late 1800s classic cocktail-making. Wild myths of origins, simple preparation that highlights the bartender's craft, wonderful flavor and a healthy kick. Maybe it has its origin in a Martinez, maybe it has roots in a marketing campaign by vermouth company Martini. But it is certain it starts out being made with Italian (sweet) vermouth, and gin. In the early 1900s, it changes to French (dry) vermouth, which gets known as a dry martini. Then comes Churchill, Bond, and suddenly the 80's. The recipe stands for itself, but let us stress here that Espresso Martinis, Pornstar Martinis, and Breakfast Martinis are not martinis at all.

There once was a company in Milano called Campari, and they made (and still make) Campari. In Torino, a stone's throw south-westward, they have the first Italian laws around vermouth. So the classic mix of Campari and Vermouth is called a Milano-Torino. Add sparkling water and now it's an Americano. Replace soda with gin, and it's a negroni. Add sparkling wine in lieu af soda/gin, and it's a Negroni Sbagliato. Why Negroni? Nobody really knows. Maybe it's a rodeo clown claiming to be an Italian count, maybe it's a French brigadier general, maybe it's officers in North Africa shouting at local staff. As with so much cocktail history, it happened in bars, so they forgot to write it down.

The Bay Leaf Gin & Tonic is garnished with apple, as it brings forth the earthy notes of Angelica and Bay Leaf that balance the juniper-forward gin. To make the cocktail, Bay Leaf gin is poured over ice, followed by tonic water. The gin and tonic is a popular cocktail that has been enjoyed since the 1800s, and its popularity has endured over the years due to its simple yet refreshing taste. It's a perfect choice for those who enjoy the bitter and herbal flavors of gin and the sweet, bubbly taste of tonic water.

The Lawn Flamingo is a delicious highball that perfectly showcases the sweet and herbaceous flavors of the Dill Anise Aquavit. Distilled with dill seeds, our aquavit has a unique round and sweet expression that makes it a perfect partner for all sorts of fruits. In this thirst-quenching cocktail, the sweet notes of the aquavit are perfectly complemented by the bittersweet fruity flavors of grapefruit soda. Hence the name Lawn Flamingo, it is a perfect cocktail for a day in the sun, and can be made in the same ratio as your favorite gin and tonic. So, whether you're a fan of gin or just looking for something new, give our Dill Anise Aquavit a try and experience its unique qualities in this delicious and refreshing highball.

The sweet and herbaceous flavor of dill seeds and fronds perfectly complements the fruity notes of the tonic, creating a refreshing and unique flavor profile. You can make it in the same ratio as a classic gin and tonic, making it a great alternative for those who prefer a drink with a milder and less tangy taste, without the sharp juniper flavor of gin. We often serve our Dill Anise with tonic water, as it is a great cocktail to convince people of the potentail of aquavit in cocktails. Gin and Tonic is a the staple highball cocktail of our time, and as most people have a vivid sense of the taste of a classic gin & tonic, it makes for a great foundation for comparison.

Imagine a sauna. Good. Now order one. This sour-style cocktail is conceived deep in the forests of Finland, with smoky notes of pine sap and a solid base of our own version of the traditional Finnish spirit Jaloviina. To complete the immersion, we garnish with a piece of sugary ‘ice’ covered in salmiak powder.