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In Focus

Mezcal on Ice – Smoke, Lime, and a Grill Night

Mezcal is not just tequila's smoky cousin – it is an entire world of artisanal agave culture that tastes surprisingly good on ice on a warm summer evening. Here is everything you need to master it.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min · Photo: Anna Stillebne

Guides

The Art of Finding Your Way in the World of Drinks

Good guides are the key to new taste experiences. Here is everything you need to navigate the beer shelves, wine racks, and cocktail book – without getting lost.

Lars Lansen · 7 min

New at Vinmonopolet

Five New Arrivals That Are Perfect for Spring

From buttery Chardonnay to a ready-made margarita – this week Vinmonopolet brings exciting new arrivals for every taste and budget.

Ole Sommelier · 4 min

Guides

Spirits for Grilling Season – How to Match Them Right

When the grill is lit for the first time this spring, it's not just the meat that deserves attention. The right spirits elevate marinades, balance smoky flavors, and finish the meal perfectly. Here is the guide to white spirits that suit a grilling evening.

Magnus Mixmaster · 8 min

Guides

When gin becomes aquavit and rum becomes whisky – the art of substitution in the glass

Cocktail recipes are not sacred texts. With a few simple principles you can swap spirits in the classics – and often get an even better result. Here are the rules that work.

Magnus Mixmaster · 9 min

In Focus

When Spirits Meet the Blue Mold

The first time I was served aquavit with gammelost – a small glass alongside a thick slice of cheese with onion rings – it was a revelation. The spirits lifted the cheese, the cheese gave depth to the spirits. Ever since, I've been chasing the perfect balance between salt, fat, and alcohol.

Magnus Mixmaster · 6 min

Guides

Five Winter Drinks That Call for Five Different Spirits

A cabin evening calls for something completely different from the après-ski bar. Here is the guide that matches spirits to situation – with taste profiles, price ranges, and concrete suggestions for the best moments of your winter holiday.

Magnus Mixmaster · 7 min

Season

The Jam That Became Winter's Best Ingredient

In the fridge sit the three jars left over from last autumn. Maybe the homemade raspberry jam was a little too tart for toast, or the lingonberry jelly brought too little Christmas spirit. But in the glass? That's where the magic happens.

Ingrid Importør · 7 min

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