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Flyversjus

Flyversjussen is one of the classic Danish drinks, which can at least be dated back to 1937 – and probably earlier. The simple mix of aquavit and lemon soda is light and refreshing and doesn't deserve its somewhat quirky reputation.
Author: Gyldendal
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: Danish
Keyword: Alcohol, Aquavit, Cocktails, Denmark, Party
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 1 minute

Equipment

  • Tall drinking glass

Ingredients

  • 4 cl aquavit Strand Dry Aquavit
  • 12 cl Tonic Fever Tree Lemon Tonic or a good homemade lemonade
  • Lime Garnish with a slice of lime

Instructions

Flyversjus

  • Take a highball glass filled with ice, and pour aquavit into it.
  • Top with Lemon Tonic, and garnish as you like.
  • For example, you can use a slice of lemon.

Homemade lemonade

  • Squeeze a deciliter of lemon juice, and dissolve 100 grams of sugar in it.
  • Mix it with sparkling water until it tastes good.