Cocktail Detour

Cocktail Detour

Stockholm
Rum in Cocktails
Barceló Imperial

Rum in Cocktails

Rum is a versatile spirit. It can be enjoyed both neat and in cocktails. It is a vital ingredient in several classic drinks, as well as in newer cocktail creations. Here are suggestions for three fantastic cocktails, made with Barceló Imperial. It is a rum made in the Dominican Republic, aged for up to ten years on oak casks. The rum tastes of caramel, vanilla, toasted nuts and wood - hence making it an excellent rum for mixing cocktails with. In Sweden Barceló Imperial can be ordered here. DO
rum Cocktail
Cocktail Detour

Cocktail Detour
Plum & Done
A gin cocktail, with plum syrup and lemon

Plum & Done

On a recent visit to Skåne, in the south of Sweden, we stumbled upon a plum tree with thousand of ripe plums on it. We turned them into syrup, and we put some others in rum, to be used as garnish. The result is a gin sour with taste and color from those plums, we call it Plum & Done! 50 ml gin (we used Skånska Spritfabriken's) 30 ml fresh lemon juice 20 ml plum syrup Shake with fresh ice, strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with a brandied plum pierced by a tiny fork.
gin Cocktail
Cocktail Detour

Cocktail Detour
Green Ghost

Green Ghost

Step into the enchanting world of the Green Ghost cocktail, a drink that embodies the rich tapestry of cocktail history and flavor. Its striking green hue beckons you to experience a concoction that’s both refreshing and complex, making it a must-try for cocktail enthusiasts and novices alike. A Sip of History The Green Ghost is a relative of the Last Word cocktail, tracing its origins back to the iconic 1937 Cafe Royal Cocktail Book Coronation Edition. This Prohibition-era cocktail has emerg
Cocktail green chartreuse
Cocktail Detour

Cocktail Detour
The Importance of Ice
Why clear ice makes cocktails more beautiful.

The Importance of Ice

When it comes to crafting exceptional cocktails, every detail matters—and ice is no exception. Clear ice has become a hallmark of professional mixology, elevating drinks in both aesthetics and functionality. Unlike cloudy ice, clear ice is free of impurities and air bubbles, offering a pristine, glass-like appearance that enhances the visual appeal of any cocktail. But it's not just about looks. Clear ice is denser and melts more slowly, keeping your drink colder for longer without diluting its
Cocktail Detour

Cocktail Detour