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SWE-Dishes (and Drinks): The Electric Jellyfish

Cool down this summer with a refreshing (and beautiful) aquavit cocktail.

The Electric Jellyfish, crafted by Katy Best (the beverage director at The Roosevelt, a restaurant in Richmond, Va.) has bright and floral notes, hints of caraway and an herbal aroma. Its beautiful gradient aesthetic is a sure way to impress guests at your next get-together.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Øster Vit (or any aquavit of your choice)
• 1.5 oz Dolin Blanc
• .25 oz Green Chartreuse
• .75 oz of fresh lime juice
• .5 oz simple syrup
• Several drops of spirulina tincture
• Fresh mint

Directions

• Pour ingredients into shaker.
• Add ice and shake until chilled.
• Double strain over fresh ice into a Collins glass.
• Waft mint and add as garnish.
• Float several drops of spirulina tincture.
• Sip and enjoy!

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Katy Best is the Beverage Director at The Roosevelt in Richmond, Va. She has a passion for the Scandinavian spirit aquavit and she crafted this cocktail for The Roosevelt’s sister-restaurant, Alewife.