Organic Aquavit Recipes
Age Before Beauty
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 oz Cathedral Ledge Aquavit
3/4 oz Citrus Cordial*
3 oz Seltzer
Orange slice for garnish
In a tall glass filled with ice, add Cathedral Ledge Aquavit, citrus cordial, and seltzer. Garnish with star anise.
*How to make Citrus Cordial
In a bowl, mix together 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, and 1/2 cup fine sugar until the sugar dissolves. Add peels and cover container. Steep for 1-2 days.
Strain before use. Keep refrigerated up to a week.
For a quicker version, add 1/4 oz lemon juice, 1/4 oz orange juice, and 1/4 oz of superfine sugar to a glass. Stir together until sugar is fully dissolved. Add ice, Cathedral Ledge Aquavit, and seltzer. Garnish with orange slice or star anise.
Starfire Spritz
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Cathedral Ledge Aquavit
1 oz Aperol
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Top with Club Soda
In a shaker add ice, Cathedral Ledge Aquavit, Aperol, and lime juice. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe or wine glass and top with club soda. Garnish with an orange peel.
Thin Air
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Cathedral Ledge Aquavit
2 oz Cranberry Juice
1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Tonic Water
Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour Cathedral Ledge Aquavit, cranberry juice, and lime juice over ice. Top with tonic water and stir gently. Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.