Stories from the world of drinks and cocktails - with a Nordic twist. Expand your knowledge and get inspired.
What does the hit Netflix show Vikings: Valhalla & Valhalla Herb Shot have in common?
If you’ve been binge-watching the spin-off to the popular show Vikings, you’re not alone. But what does Vikings: Valhalla have in common with the Valhalla Herb Shot? Read on to find out! (And do not fear, there are no spoilers ahead).
Koskenkorva Plant delivers large amounts of ethanol for hand sanitizers
Altia, the producer of Koskenkorva Vodka, Valhalla and Blossa among others, delivers large amounts of ethanol to be used as key ingredient in hand sanitisers – deliveries enough to create up to 200 000 sanitiser bottles per day.
Bag-in-box wines are an environmentally friendly choice
Bag-in-box wines contain wines of the same quality as bottles – the only difference is the user-friendly and more environmentally friendly packaging. In addition to convenient carrying, another clear advantage is the shelf life of the opened package
Blossa 20 Myntathé is inspired by Marrakech with tastes of mint and green tea
This year’s annual Blossa is inspired by, Morocco. There lies the city’s famous market square Djemaa el-Fna, where traditional sweet Moroccan mint tea is served. This year's glögg tastes of fresh mint and green tea combined with traditional glögg spices.
The home bartender’s seven tips on making punch
Home-made, low-alcohol punches and drinks are growing in popularity. They are surprisingly quick and easy to make when you follow an established recipe and remember a few important rules of thumb. Check out these tips from Altia bartender Mikael Karttunen.
What a zero waste bar – or a bar which generates almost no waste at all – looks like?
Zero waste, sustainable development, carbon footprints, and climate change have us all talking. But what does zero waste translate into in practice in the job of a bartender? Koskenkorva Vodka Global Brand Ambassador Mikael Karttunen explains.
What is the difference between a shot and schnapps?
Shot, schnapps... as we say in Finland: a beloved child has many names! But is there indeed a difference in them? And how cold they should be? How fast a shot bottle can be chilled? Altia's Brand Ambassador Mikael Karttunen answers the tricky questions.
Against the Grain - meet restaurant Hörte Brygga in Sweden
In an abandoned eel fishing harbour west of Ystad on Sweden’s south coast lies a restaurant called Hörte Brygga. Chef Martin Sjöstrand and his wife Emma have chosen a lifestyle with high risks. Now they’re being paid back with great rewards.
Tea Latvala's wooden artwork is causing controversies and breaking taboos
The Finns are used to utilizing wood in different forms. But when designer Tea Latvala first started carving beautiful, handcrafted dildos out of wood, she had no idea how many tornadoes she would have to survive along the way.
The Finnish Arctic Club - a kind of a knowledge bank on arctic explorations
In order to join the ranks of the Finnish Arctic Club, you need to present evidence of wide Arctic knowledge or proof that you’ve completed a demanding trip to the subarctic. We dive into the world of a Finnish Arctic enthusiast.
