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Affogato in a Glass – Ice, Espresso, and Amaro

What happens when you take the Italian affogato principle – hot over cold, bitter against sweet – and transfer it to a glass? Magic. Here are the combinations that make the last summer days unforgettable.

Magnus Mixmaster · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

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Campari granita and Aperol ice lollies for summer

What happens when you freeze Campari and Aperol? You get summer's coolest aperitif – shaved ice you eat with a spoon, ice lollies you lick in the sun, and an aha moment at the very first bite. Here are the recipes and tricks that make it easy.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

Vinmonopolet

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Watermelon Slushy with Tequila and Tajín

Sweet, fresh, and with a kick of spice – this slushy is the most enjoyable cocktail of the summer. All you need is a blender, a little freezer time, and a good blanco tequila.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

Vinmonopolet

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Frozen Paloma – three ice-cold variations for summer

Grapefruit, tequila, and crushed ice are all you need to make the coolest cocktail of the summer. Here are three variations of the Frozen Paloma – classic and clean, smoky with mezcal and chili, and a brilliantly fresh non-alcoholic version with kombucha and cucumber.

Magnus Mixmaster · 8 min

Vinmonopolet

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Coconut Water Granita with Rum and Lime

The freezer does the heavy lifting – you only spend 20 minutes actively. The result is a silky-smooth, tropical granita that melts on your tongue and tastes of pure summer.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

Vinmonopolet

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Your summer bar is just five bottles away

You don't need a full bartender course or a cupboard crammed with bottles to make great summer drinks. Here is the honest guide to what you actually need – and what you can safely skip.

Lars Lansen · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

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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

Vinmonopolet

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Negroni Sbagliato – Summer's Easiest Cocktail Project

The classic Negroni once got the wrong ingredient – and the result was genius. Here is everything you need to know about the Negroni Sbagliato, from the right prosecco to the best vermouth twists for summer.

Magnus Mixmaster · 8 min

Vinmonopolet

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Frosé – the rosé wine that melts in the glass

Half-frozen rosé with berries and citrus is summer's simplest luxury. Here is everything you need to make the perfect frosé at home – with tips on which rosé actually holds up in the freezer.

Magnus Mixmaster · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

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— PIETRO ARETINO

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Three highballs for a better weekend

Simple, elegant and incredibly good – these three highballs are all you need for the weekend. Minimal effort, maximum atmosphere and freshness that fits perfectly on a warm spring evening.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

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Three spritz variations that taste of spring

Aperol is safe, but spring is about exploring. Here are three spritz recipes with Norwegian apple wine, white vermouth, and elderflower liqueur – perfect for a relaxed Saturday with friends and fresh flavors.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

Vinmonopolet

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Rhubarb in the Glass – Three Easter Drinks You Have to Try

Fresh rhubarb is spring's most underrated drink ingredient. Here you get three simple recipes – one non-alcoholic, one with aquavit, and one sparkling aperitif – perfect for the Easter cabin or the garden.

Magnus Mixmaster · 7 min

Vinmonopolet

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Munich's Oktoberfest originally celebrated a royal wedding in 1810, not beer.