Kaleidoscope

Apparently the word “Kaleidoscope” is derived from the Ancient Greek καλ(ός) (beauty, beautiful), είδο(ς) (form, shape) and -σκόπιο (tool for examination)—hence “observer of beautiful forms” I’...

Ardbeg Sacrilege?

I have two weeks left until a late (drunk) night bet is being settled. It started out as a fairly innocent joke, but then again – why not? The challenge is quite simple; Make 5 cocktails using only...

Without the Dull bits

Although I’m always a little sad when I realise that yet another summer is over (this year before it even began) – I do enjoy the few weeks of autumn here in Oslo. Fall gives you a whole new color...

Far Far Away

I’m very sorry for not posting anything the last month! My computer has been to the “doctor” and is now back on track I will definitly be better in the future Cheers!

The Devil is in the Details

Just for Thrills

40 ml Lysholm Linie Aquavit 20 ml Belvoir Organic Elderflower Cordial Juice of 1/2 Lime 10 ml Simple Syrup 1 dash Bitter Truth Celery Bitter 1/2 Eggwhite Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into...

3 Generations of M

In my family we have a tradition started by my great-great grandparents, and fortunately, 50 years later it’s still going strong! Every 2 years the whole family gathers and celebrate every...

Natural Born Berries

Every now and again a little Humble Pie is good for you. In this context how ever – its actually GREAT! The name of the cocktail is inspired by the amazing rock classic Natural Born Bugie , and...

Tales of a 1001

This is obviously not going to be 1001 reasons why i LOVE Ron Zacapa – don’t think I could find that many , honestly – I need only one. Taste it and you’ll know! However , I do enjoy the geeky side...

Tea Total

This fall I’m going teetotal Tea total! I love making cocktails with tea ; infusions, extracts, syrups – you name it! Here are some of my favorite combos to use as a starting point for my drinks...

Secret Garden

So – how do you go from inspiration to a (potentially) memorable libation? For me , more often than not, music is a big part of it. For instance here’s my cocktail for the GCP earlier this year...

Dilly Dallying

Summer has finally come to Oslo – I love it! This cocktail is so perfect for hot summer days, either in the park or by the sea. The name is also a perfect expression of my favorite pastime on...

Aurora Gin

Aurora is a small batch destilled gin made for the cocktail connoisseur and gin traditionalists alike. The unique blend of botanicals includes Norwegian Juniper, Angelica and Elderflower as well as...

Masters of Malt

They say “how you get there is the worthiest part” – though the end goal in this case will be quite rewarding as well. The Mission; Find a whisky for the Bottle Shelf at The Whisky Bar First up...

The Invention of Drunken Yoga

With so many styles of yoga already out there, Im quite amazed that this hasn’t been invented already. With that said – I do think it’s going to be a “hit or miss” invention. Either it will catch...

G’Vine Gin Connoisseur 2011

Hectic, fun, nerve-racking, instructive, joyful, extraordinary and just i teeny tiny boozy The last week has been all of the above ! I was one of the lucky 15 world finalists competing in the...

Gin Fling

Lately, for unknown reasons, I’ve been having a spring Gin fling - It has always been my go-to-spirit when mixing drinks, and White Lady was my first ever cocktail love I thought I’d share some of...

Watching from the sidelinie

The wait is finally over! Earlier this year Arcus destillery, the largest destiller of Aquavit, announced their new Linie Award Bartending Competition The competitors will have to make an original...

Jammin’ it

Yesterday when I was packing up my apartment – yet again , I decided to make blackberry jam instead. Somehow – its always more fun! Of course, being the bar geek I am, I couldn’t do it without...

Have I seen this before?

Premium Greek wine in bag-in-box designed by Constantinos Spaliaras. Picture via Lovelypackage I kind of like this design, but it feels very familiar somehow. Maybe he got inspired by this man and...

Pink is the new black

I really want to try this hibiscus infused Gran Centenario Rosangel! Unfortunately, because of stupid brand politics, this brand of tequila is not available where I live. Gran Centenario has always...

It’s what’s inside that counts – or is it?

Lately I’ve been working on a very exciting new project – and as of yesterday, actually doing some progress too! It is still in the early stages, but if and when it’s completed …. Bliss! As an...

Bring home the Bacon!

The other day while I was browsing for new cocktails, I came across a very amusing Time.com list on Meat- Based Cocktails. Irish Bacon Sour The Irish Bacon Sour created by Adam Seger, Nacional 27...

F is for Flowers on a Friday

Where do you go for inspiration? For me it can be everything from a song, a photo or even a person. There are few things i love more than meeting someone who is truly passionate about something! It...

Wine Ice Cream?

For some reason, I’m not a big fan of ice cream. You can call it frozen yoghurt, gelato, sorbet …. I’m still not crazy about it. Then – enter the Wine Ice Cream from Mercer’s I haven’t actually...

Gin is for Spring

Gin has always been my “go to” spirit every time I’m in need of a fresh cocktail. My first love was the classic White Lady, a cocktail so simple , fresh and honest. Either you make a good White...

Award Season

So, this last weeks has been really exciting with both the S.Pellegrino 50 Best Restaurants Awards and the James Beard Awards. I was delighted when I heard that Noma in Copenhagen was announced as...

Foam is where the heart is

I’m in a foamy mood these days…. This cocktail uses one of my favorite Scottish single malts, the Oban 14. I love drinking this neat, but it is also very nice for making cocktails since it really...

I got punked…..and I liked it

Yesterday I went to a beer tasting with brewer James Watt from the BrewDog Brewery in Scotland. The main attraction, except from a very charming scot of course, was the world’s strongest beer ,...

Musicology & Mixology

I love The Isley Brothers, so I decided to make a cocktail with both Scottish Islay Whisky & my beloved bubbles and call it “The Islay Bubbles” (I know, I’m such a nerd……) The Islay Bubbles 1,5 cl...