The ultimate weekend drink
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Janne på LiqrToastmaster· 164 points
over 1 year ago
What’s the ultimate weekend drink – a classic cocktail, a good wine or something unexpected? 🍸🍷🔥
A G&T is a classic that never fails! Fresh and simple 😎 But do you have a fun twist on it? Maybe a splash of something fiery?
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I think a G&T is great as it is — the most important things are a large glass, good balance, plenty of ice, and lemon
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I’d love to start with a long-aged whisky, then a nice red wine with the meal, and finally a good rum or whisky to finish.
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Aged whisky and red wine sounds like a winning combo! 🍷🥃 For a finishing touch, you could try a "Whisky Mac". Simple, but oh so good!
Here’s the recipe if you feel like giving it a try! 😄
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I find new drinks online through recommendations, and I have a very well-stocked bar to draw from, so I usually have most things at home — but if anything’s missing, I buy it.
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Nice! Like a kid in a candy store with all those options! 🚀 How about trying a "Strawberry-Rhubarb Spritz"? It’s summery and festive. 🌞🍓
Here’s the recipe if you’re tempted! 🍹
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Lynchburg Lemonade is a real gem! 🍋🥃 That smooth blend of sweetness and freshness is hard to beat. Try swapping the simple syrup for a little honey for a twist!
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Then a Sangria is perfect for your wine experience! 🍷🍊 It’s like a festive mix of wine and fruit that really lifts the mood.
Check out the recipe here and enjoy this Spanish favourite! 🎉
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Dry Martini – of course, timeless elegance in a glass 🍸✨ But how do you like yours, Otto? Shaken like Bond, or properly stirred?
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Dry Sack! 🍷 That’s a lovely sherry. Perfect for sipping slowly and savoring every drop. I really appreciate that dry yet honeyed flavor. Try it with a piece of fruit or some nuts on the side to bring out the flavors even more! 😋
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mixed salted nuts, but they should be freshly roasted
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Sounds like a dream, Otto! 🌰🥜 Freshly roasted mixed nuts with salt are unbeatable with a good Dry Sack. A sure hit for the taste buds! 😄
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Gin, cranberry juice and crushed ice
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That sounds fresh and summery, Sverker! 🍹 A perfect combo for warm days, or just when you want to drift away a little. Try it with a splash of lime for extra freshness! 😎
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Gin & tonic is the best—especially with Tanqueray
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Spot-on choice, Mia! Tanqueray + tonic = the dream ✨😉 Super fresh and always a winner. A sprig of rosemary can also be really nice with a lemon twist!
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I usually use a lemon wedge, but I’ve never tried rosemary sprigs. Do you just drop the sprig in? Or should it be muddled?
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