Stories from the world of drinks and cocktails - with a Nordic twist. Expand your knowledge and get inspired.
How to repurpose bottles?
Glass is a durable material that can (and should) be recycled but also reused. Give your glass bottle a second life with our easy repurposing ideas.
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).
Choosing the right glass for enjoying whisky or cognac
The right glass plays a big role in what kind of aromas and taste experiences the drink gives out. Find out what an aroma glass is and why it’s the best option for whisky or cognac. Discover also at what temperature whiskies and cognacs should be enjoyed.
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 Anora bartender Mikael Karttunen.
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.
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.
Altia & Koskenkorva Vodka aim for carbon-neutral production by 2025
Altia, the producer of Koskenkorva Vodka, aims to make its production carbon-neutral by 2025.
Koskenkorva distillery is powered by a self sufficient bioenergy plant
The ethanol distillation process requires a significant amount of steam, and more than 95 percent of the climate impacts of alcohol production are generated during the distillation of ethanol.
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.
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.
