Spirits
Aquavit
- Spirit
- 40% ABV
- 3 drinks
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At a Glance
Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.
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What is Aquavit?
Aquavit is a Nordic caraway or dill-led spirit with herbal, savory and spice notes that works well in aperitif-style drinks.
What does Aquavit taste like?
caraway, dill, herbal, savory spice, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context
Aquavit profile
Best used for: aromatic cocktails, sours, highballs, stirred cocktails
- High-strength spirit (40% ABV)
caraway, dill, herbal, savory spice, balanced structure, aromatic finish, cocktail ingredient context
Ways to use aquavit
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Popular drinks with Aquavit
Nutrition per measure
Approx. values for per 30ml / 1 oz.
- Calories
- 69
- Sugar
- 0g
- Carbs
- 0g
Per 100ml — 230 kcal · 0g sugar · 0g carbs
Ingredient nutrition is approximate and varies by brand, recipe and preparation.
Drink counts and recipe data are based on published WhatDrink recipes. Figures may vary as new recipes are added.
Aquavit — common questions
- How many cocktails are made with Aquavit?
- There are 3 cocktail recipes featuring Aquavit in the WhatDrink database.
- What are the most popular cocktails made with Aquavit?
- Top-ranked cocktails made with Aquavit include Pickled Pink. Rankings are based on recipe quality and data completeness.
- What is the ABV of Aquavit?
- Aquavit has an ABV of approximately 40%. The exact strength varies by brand and expression.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Intensity (light to bold), Sweetness (dry to sweet), Mixability (how versatile it is in cocktails) and Beginner-Friendly (acquired taste to easy intro). Each scale helps you compare Aquavit with similar ingredients at a glance.
- How do I use the Aquavit sensory profile to find drinks I like?
- If you enjoy the intensity and flavour profile of Aquavit, look for other ingredients or cocktails with a similar profile. Compare Intensity, Sweetness and Mixability to find substitutes or discover new cocktails in the same flavour family.