Sacrificial Toast to Frey captures the spirit of Viking mischief in liquid form. This cocktail is a toast to victories, both ancient and modern. Pillage your liquor cabinet and raise a glass—this cocktail proves that even chaos can be beautifully crafted.
Recipe: Kade Russell (Sidney, BC)
Photo: Reece Sims
Cocktail Flavor Camps
The inspiration behind this cocktail, as explained by Kade Russell, professional bartender based in Sidney, BC, “Vikings have a history of taking what they want regardless of if it was theirs or not. Raiding was such a joyful experience for them I figured making something that utilizes the floral and smokey notes from the scotch representing a burning village in spring. and that being topped off with a bright sparkling grapefruit (also known as the forbidden fruit) soda signifies the end goal of plundering shiny sparkling jewels and other valuable items.“
Sacrificial Toast to Frey
Difficulty: EasyFlavor Camps: Boozy, Fruity, Citrusy, Smoky
Ingredients
1.5 oz Highland Park Magnus
0.5 oz Creme de Cassis
0.75 oz Lemon Juice
0.25 oz Simple Syrup
Fever Tree Sparkling Grapefruit
Garnish: Dried Grapefruit Slice
Directions
- Shake all ingredients except for soda.
- Pour over ice and top with Grapefruit soda.
- Stir all ingredients in highball glass.
- Garnish with dehydrated grapefruit.
Notes
- *Seasame-Washed Banana Liqueur
Add 10g Seasame Oil per 750ml of banana liqueur, stir vigorously, then put in freezer for 3-4 hrs. While still very cold, strain through a coffee filter. - **Saline solution:
10% sea salt -water ratio