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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Guides

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

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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

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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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The Glass That Changes Everything You Taste

The shape of your glass actually changes the taste of your drink. We guide you through which glasses suit what – and reveal the surprising science behind it.

Lars Lansen · 7 min