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Christmas Drink
Glögg Spritz Nord – Christmas Cocktail with Bubbles
Christmas cocktail with mulled wine and bubbles – Glögg Spritz Nord is a fresh, festive, and easy holiday drink perfect for Christmas gatherings and cozy winter nights.
Christmas Drink
Turmeric – Health Benefits and How to Use It in Food and Drinks
Discover turmeric’s origins, health benefits, and how to use it in food and drinks. Learn to make golden milk, flavorful curries, and healthy wellness shots with this powerful root.
Christmas Drink
Star Anise in Drinks - How to Use This Spice in Mulled Wine, Cocktails, and Tea
Discover how to use star anise in drinks – from mulled wine and spiced apple cider to gin cocktails and tea. The aromatic spice that adds both warmth and beauty to your winter drinks.
Drink
Honey and Wine - An Ancient and Evolving Pairing
Explore the ancient and evolving relationship between honey and wine, from historical libations to modern pairings, and discover the sensory synergy that makes them a perfect match.
Christmas Drink
Eggnog & Äggtoddy – Two Classics with the Same Soul but Different Character
Winter’s most nostalgic drinks bring warmth, sweetness, and tradition. Eggnog and äggtoddy share the same origin but have evolved into two distinct experiences – one a warm Nordic classic, the othe...
Cheese
Goat Cheese – craftsmanship, history, and flavor in harmony
Goat cheese has a long history stretching from the Mediterranean to modern Nordic farms. With its fresh acidity and creamy texture, it’s a favorite among cheese lovers. Here’s the story behind its ...
Drink
Trend Watch - White Wine and Jalapeños – A Surprising Match Gaining Heat
White wine and jalapeños? Discover the spicy trend that’s heating up wine bars and tastings everywhere – and how to pair it perfectly at home.
Christmas Drink
Winter is Coming – Gotlands Ginfabrik Launches a New Seasonal Flavor
Gotlands Ginfabrik launches Winter Spritz – a seasonal cocktail with notes of apple, ginger, and cardamom. Perfect for winter gatherings and festive toasts. Launching October 24.
Cocktail Recipe
Saffron Sour – a golden cocktail with spicy elegance
Saffron Sour is a refined twist on the classic Whiskey Sour with bourbon, saffron, and lemon. A golden cocktail perfect for festive occasions and dinner parties.
Cocktail Recipe
Weekend Drink Tip: Golden Cloud
This weekend’s drink tip from Mixed by Bella: Golden Cloud. A sophisticated cocktail with cognac, cloudberry, lemon, and orange bitters, topped with tonic and served in Riedel Highball Specific wit...
Cloudberry
Weekend Drink Tip: Cloudberry and Crabapple
Discover this weekend’s drink tip from Mixed by Bella: Cloudberry and Crabapple. A creative cocktail with calvados, crabapple, and cloudberry, topped with meringue and floral garnish.
Bartender
Wild Drinks with Bella Porcile
Meet mixedbybella — the bartender who transforms wild ingredients into elegant cocktails. Dive into her journey and mix tonight’s cocktail.
Drink
The World’s 5 Most Popular Shots
Discover the world’s 5 most popular shots – from classic tequila and vodka shots to modern favorites like the Jägerbomb and Green Tea Shot. Fun facts and history behind each shot.
Basil
Blueberry & Basil Sparkler – Elegant, Fresh, Unexpected
Looking for a refreshing summer cocktail with blueberries? This Blueberry & Basil Sparkler combines fresh berries, basil, lemon, and bubbles – with or without alcohol. An easy, elegant drink re...
Cocktail
Rhubarb & Strawberry Spritz – A Summer Garden in a Glass
This Rhubarb & Strawberry Spritz is the ultimate summer cocktail. Made with homemade syrup, sparkling wine, and fresh berries, it’s light, fruity, and refreshing. Perfect for garden parties, we...
Blueberry
Blueberries — Nordic gold in the kitchen and in your glass
Blueberries — a Nordic favorite. Discover a blueberry drink recipe and a classic blueberry crumble pie, and get inspired to use these blue treasures in your kitchen and glass.
Cocktail
Ouzo Lemonade – A Classic Greek Cocktail with a Refreshing Twist
Looking for an easy Ouzo cocktail? Try Ouzo Lemonade – a refreshing mix of anise-flavored Greek Ouzo and fresh lemonade. A perfect summer drink for any occasion.
Cocktails
5 Strawberry Cocktails for Sunny Moments
Discover five fresh and popular strawberry cocktails – from Strawberry Daiquiri to Frosé. Easy recipes perfect for warm, festive summer moments.
Apple
Christian Drouin – The King of Calvados
Christian Drouin is the world’s most awarded Calvados producer, crafting exceptional apple brandy in Normandy using traditional methods and innovative cask finishes. Discover their VSOP, XO, and li...
Cocktails and drinks
Mint – A Fresh Summer Touch for Cocktails, Cooking and Desserts
Discover different types of mint – from spearmint to chocolate mint – and how to use them in cocktails, food and desserts. Try our easy recipe for a chocolate mint gin & tonic.
Apple
Calvados – The Golden Second Life of the Apple
What is Calvados? Calvados is a French apple brandy from Normandy, known for its rich apple flavor, smooth oak-aged character, and artisanal production. Made from fermented cider and distilled in c...
Cocktails and drinks
Sgroppino – A Bubbly Summer Cocktail with Prosecco and Lemon Sorbet
Sgroppino is a refreshing Italian cocktail made with lemon sorbet, prosecco and vodka – perfect for summer gatherings or as a palate cleanser between courses. Discover the recipe and story behind t...
Bloody Mary
Bloody Mary – The Hangover Cure That Became a Brunch Icon
Bloody Mary is a classic cocktail made with tomato juice, vodka, and spices – loved for its bold flavor, storied past, and reputation as the ultimate hangover cure. Here's why it’s become the undis...
Drink
Long Bar at Raffles Hotel – The Home of the Singapore Sling
Long Bar at Raffles Hotel Singapore is an iconic bar where the classic Singapore Sling was created in 1915. With its colonial charm, swaying ceiling fans, and a unique tradition of tossing peanut s...
Cocktail
Espresso Martini Cocktail – The Story Behind and the Perfect Recipe
The Espresso Martini Cocktail is best served fresh and well-chilled, so make sure to enjoy it immediately for maximum flavor and texture. Whether as an after-dinner treat or a sophisticated party d...
Cocktail
Frozen Margarita – Refreshing, Smooth, and Irresistible
Originally crafted as a classic Margarita on the rocks, this frozen version takes the experience to another level. Here's the perfect recipe to enjoy a refreshing Frozen Margarita anytime.
Cocktail
Margarita Recipe – The Timeless Classic with a Mexican Soul
Whether you enjoy a classic Margarita or a creative variation, this cocktail is a timeless tribute to Mexico’s national spirit – tequila!Want to mix the perfect Margarita? Here’s the recipe you need!
Cocktail
Tinto de Verano – Spain’s Ultimate Summer Drink
Tinto de Verano literally means "red wine of summer", and that’s exactly what it is – a refreshing combination of red wine and gaseosa (a mild lemon soda, similar to Sprite or Fanta Limón). The res...
Cocktail
Fruity Passion Mojito
Looking for the perfect drink to kick off your Friday evening? Look no further! The Fruity Passion Mojito is a tropical twist on the classic mojito, combining the zesty tang of lime with the exotic...
Drink
Capture Spring in a Bottle – Homemade Spruce Tip Liqueur
Discover how you can easily create a unique and flavorful spruce tip liqueur, where the tender spring tips of spruce trees transform into a fresh and sweet drink that captures the magic of the forest.
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