Blood Orange Aquavit Fizz
Vivid blood orange juice meets floral elderflower liqueur and herbal aquavit in this vibrant, fizzy Nordic cocktail.
- 1½ ozaquavit
- 2 ozblood orange juice
- ¾ ozelderflower liqueur
- 1 ozsoda water
- Blood orange wheelgarnish
- 1Fill a highball glass with ice.
- 2Add aquavit, blood orange juice, and elderflower liqueur.
- 3Top with soda water and stir once to combine.
- 4Garnish with a blood orange wheel.
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Blood orange season in winter and early spring gave Nordic bartenders a vivid, tart citrus ingredient that pairs beautifully with aquavit. Vikre Distillery in Duluth, Minnesota, popularized the combination with their blood orange and elderflower aquavit recipe, showcasing how the spirit's herbal notes complement both fruity and floral ingredients. The fizz format keeps the drink light and approachable.
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