Midnight Sun (Aquavit)
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Aquavit shaken with grapefruit and lemon juice makes a tart, citrus-led drink, softened by grenadine and a little sugar. Served in a coupe with an orange slice.
Similar names: Aquavit Frappé, Big Red Sun, Embrace the Sun, Falling Sun Manhattan, For whom the sun rises, Forbidden Sun, Ginger Sun, In the Light of the Sun
Midnight Sun is an aquavit-based cocktail whose origins are unclear, even though it is often said to date from the 1800s. No definitive source has been identified, and the recipe here comes from a reliable reference.
Method
Shaken
Glass
coupe
Difficulty
Hard
Flavor Profile
Ingredients
Servings:
1
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AdInstructions
- Combine ingredients and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish before serving.