Precis Aquavit is a Swedish aquavit from Precis Spirits, bottled at 40% ABV. It is made from Precis Vodka, distilled with pure water from Sweden's Lake Boren, and flavoured with natural herbs.
Caraway and dill, the classic botanicals of Scandinavian aquavit, lead the recipe.
It is a gentler cousin of gin, with fresh caraway and dill alongside notes of lemon peel and anise, clean and bright.
In Sweden, aquavit is the spirit of celebration, raised in a toast at midsummer, crayfish parties and Christmas.
Its golden bottle makes it a striking gift for anyone with a taste for Nordic food and drink, or for a host planning a Scandinavian-style holiday table.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Caraway, dill and lemon peel.
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Palate: Clean and bright, with anise.
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Finish: Fresh and herbal.
Specifications
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Producer: Precis Spirits, Sweden
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Style: Aquavit
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Base: Precis Vodka (Lake Boren water)
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Botanicals: Caraway, dill, natural herbs
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ABV: 40% (80 proof)
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Origin: Sweden
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve Precis Aquavit ice-cold in small glasses alongside Scandinavian dishes: pickled herring, gravlax, smoked fish, rye bread, boiled potatoes with dill and strong cheeses. Keep the bottle in the freezer and raise a glass with 'skål'. It also makes a lovely Nordic twist on cocktails: try it in a Bloody Mary, a gimlet with lime, a Negroni with sweet vermouth and aperitivo, or a highball with tonic and a sprig of dill. For a midsummer or holiday gathering, serve it alongside a smörgåsbord of herring, crispbread, cured salmon and meatballs, with cold beer on the side as the Swedes do. It also works beautifully in a hot toddy with honey and lemon on a winter evening. Keep the bottle in a cool place or in the freezer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is aquavit?
A Scandinavian spirit flavoured with caraway or dill, traditionally served ice-cold with food.
What botanicals are in Precis?
Caraway and dill, with notes of lemon peel and anise.
How strong is it?
It is bottled at 40% ABV, or 80 proof.
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