The Danish Martini replaces gin or vodka with aquavit — the Scandinavian spirit flavored with caraway, dill, and other botanicals — creating a distinctly Northern European take on the classic. Aquavit’s savory, herbal character is a fascinating substitute for gin’s juniper-forward profile. Stirred with dry vermouth and garnished with an olive, it’s a Martini that tastes like it belongs in a Copenhagen bar rather than a New York one.
Ingredients
- 3 oz aquavit
- 1/2 oz dry vermouth
Instructions
- Shake ingredients with cracked ice in a cocktail shaker.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass, garnish with an olive, and serve.
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