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The August Wine – Light Enough for Summer, Warm Enough for Autumn

As the back-to-school season approaches and evenings take on that golden August tone, it's time to swap the spritz for something rounder. Here is the guide to rosés and light reds that hit the mood perfectly – neither too light nor too heavy.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min · Photo: Anna Stillebne

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Ice-Cold Kvass – Eastern Europe's Forgotten Summer Beer

The fermented bread drink from Eastern Europe has survived emperors and communism. Now it's appearing in Norwegian craft breweries – and it suits the Norwegian summer better than you might think.

Kristine Craft · 7 min

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The Evening Drink You Forget to Plan

The food is eaten, the grill is out – but the night isn't over. Here are the drinks that keep the conversation going well into the night, without you needing to overthink it.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

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Vinho Verde – Summer's Lightest Glass

Low alcohol, natural fizz, and a salty citrus freshness that tastes of Atlantic breeze. Vinho Verde from Portugal is not just a white wine – it is a philosophy for warm days and long afternoons on the terrace.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

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Beer on a picnic – five styles that hold up in the heat

Not all beer tastes equally good from a cooler bag on a warm summer day. Here are the styles that actually thrive in the heat – and some concrete bottles to pack into the blanket basket.

Kristine Craft · 6 min

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Cava for the Grill – Spain's Best Summer Bubbles

Prosecco has long stolen the spotlight, but this summer it's cava's turn. The Spanish sparkling wine classic from Catalonia pairs surprisingly well with barbecue, tapas, and warm summer evenings – and the price is usually a pleasant surprise.

Ingrid Importør · 6 min

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Aquavit on Ice – the Norwegian Summer Cocktail

Did you know that aquavit is one of the best longdrink bases of summer? Ice-cold, with citrus and fizz – this is the Norwegian summer cocktail you've been missing out on for far too long.

Magnus Mixmaster · 7 min · Photo: Marius Nattlys

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Tinto de Verano – Spain's Best Summer Drink

It's not a cocktail, it's not just wine – it's something much better. Tinto de verano is the Spanish summer drink that Norwegians barely know, yet it makes Iberian beaches unbeatable. We take you to the root of the recipe and show you how to make it at home.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

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Ice-Cold Lager in the Summer Sun – A Style Guide

Pilsner, helles, or session lager? Kristine helps you navigate the lightest, freshest lagers – perfect for a Norwegian summer on the terrace or by the sea.

Kristine Craft · 7 min

A meal without wine is like a day without sunshine.

— JEAN-ANTHELME BRILLAT-SAVARIN

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White Rioja – Summer's Best-Kept Secret

The Viura grape produces fresh, herb-driven white wines in Rioja that most Norwegians have never tasted. It's time to do something about that – especially now that the terrace is calling.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

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Pét-nat: everything you need to know about spring's wildest bubble

Unfiltered, lightly hazy and full of life – pétillant naturel is the sparkling wine world's answer to freedom. Here is everything you need to know about the style that has taken Norwegian wine cellars by storm.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

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Green Asparagus and Light Red Wine – Spring's Surprising Pairing

White wine with asparagus is conventional wisdom – but is that the whole truth? We explore which light, chilled red wines actually make green asparagus an even better experience at the table this spring.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

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Oak barrels don't just store whisky — they actually contribute up to 70% of the spirit's final flavour through reactions between the wood and the distillate over time.

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Elderflower in Bloom – Turn It into Summer in a Bottle

May and June bring one of nature's most sought-after ingredients: elderflower clusters. Here is everything you need to know about picking them, making cordial, and using it in drinks that taste of pure Norwegian summer.

Ingrid Importør · 6 min

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Norwegian Summer in a Bottle – Five Local Releases

From floral summer aquavit to Trøndelag farmhouse beer – here are five Norwegian producers delivering the best of the Norwegian spring in your glass, long before summer has truly begun.

Kristine Craft · 6 min

Aquavit is Nordic sunshine in a bottle — distilled from grain and dreams.

— TAGE ERLANDER

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Rosé for the Weekend Grill – Choose the Right Style

Not all rosé is created equal. Here is the guide that helps you choose between Provence elegance, fresh Basque sparkle, and Norwegian alternatives – based on what actually ends up on the grill.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

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White Asparagus and White Wine – Spring's Most Beautiful Pairing

White asparagus is in season for only a few weeks – and few ingredients place such high demands on the wine in your glass. Here is the guide that ensures you always get it right.

Ole Sommelier · 6 min

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Sparkling Tea – Spring's Most Surprising Aperitif

Kombucha and sparkling tea are claiming their place at the festive table – and they genuinely compete with sparkling wine on taste and elegance. Here is everything you need to know to serve them properly at Easter and the first outdoor barbecue of spring.

Ole Sommelier · 7 min

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Six White Wines That Elevate the Easter Brunch

From soft-boiled eggs and smoked salmon to aged sheep's cheese – here are six crisp, acidic white wines that turn the Easter brunch into something more than just a meal. We look at the overlooked regions and grape varieties that are truly made for early-in-the-day enjoyment.

Lars Lansen · 8 min

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The Citrus Wave That Saves the Easter Table

Yellow citrus notes in light white wine, natural cider and non-alcoholic alternatives do more than freshen up the glass – they tie the entire Easter meal together, from starter to dessert at the cabin.

Kristine Craft · 6 min

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Easter Lamb and Beer – the Forgotten Pairing

While wine gets all the credit with Easter lamb, the perfect beer glass is sitting there waiting. Here is a thorough rundown of which beer styles actually elevate the classic lamb – with concrete tips for the Vinmonopolet shelf.

Kristine Craft · 7 min