Last year we released a limited run of Skiklubben Aquavit,  a traditional Scandinavian spirit flavored with spices and herbs. Whether sipped as a pre-ski bracer or an après ski celebration, Skiklubben Aquavit is the perfect spirit for the season, especially when you’re in the White Mountains. We received such a great response from locals, that we decided to bring it back for a second winter, only this time it’s also available at select locations throughout in New Hampshire.

Traditionally, aquavit’s main spice is caraway. Tamworth’s version adds carrot and parsnip, members of the same botanical family, as well as clove, anise, and cardamom. The flavorful shot is a perfect winter sipper, and can also be used as a seasonal twist on classic cocktails like a Manhattan or a Swedish Mule.

Pick up a bottle at Tamworth Distilling, or stop in any of these locations to see what sort of concoctions they’re mixing up with this unique Scandinavian spirit.

 

Nibblesworth – Portsmouth

409 The Hill, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Moxy – Portsmouth

106 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Sonny’s Tavern – Dover

328 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820

Thompson House Eatery – Jackson

193 Main St, Jackson, NH 03846

Black Mountain –  Jackson

373 Black Mountain Rd, Jackson, NH 03846

The Beal House – Littleton

 2 W Main St, Littleton, NH 03561

Local Eatery – Laconia

21 Veterans Square, Laconia, NH 03246

Revival Kitchen and Bar – Concord

11 Depot St, Concord, NH 03301

Castle in the Clouds – Moultonboro

455 Old Mountain Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03254

The Corner House Inn – Sandwich

 22 Main St, Center Sandwich, NH 03227

 

Shaken or stirred, gin or vodka?

The classic argument on a classic cocktail: The Martini. Regardless of how you prefer yours, we’ve got a White Mountain spirit to help perfect your recipe.

We suggest our White Mountain Vodka in a “dirty” martini because olive juice lends a balance to the vodka’s sweet flavor profile which comes from corn, rye, and malt. As for Tamworth Garden White Mountain Gin, we prefer to garnish with a lemon. This gin is made with Amarillo hops which offers notes of citrus and pine, making a martini that is crisp and bright.

 Mountain Martini
2 oz White Mountain Vodka
1/2 oz dry vermouth
1/4 oz olive juice
green olives

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake with ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an olive or two.

Garden Martini
2 oz Tamworth Garden White Mountain Gin
1 oz Dry Vermouth
lemon twist

Add gin and vermouth to a shaker filled with ice. Stir for 10 seconds and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.