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Welcome to Vintersol Distillery

The home of aquavit in the UK

Tucked away in a railway arch in southwest London, we create small-batch spirits inspired by Nordic flavours, and guided by Scandinavian design principles.

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24th March , 2023 24 / 03 / 2023 Friday, 24th March
Very pleased to share with you a cocktail we have created for the new play by @lisalangseth, The Woman Who Turned Into a Tree, at @omnibustheatre 4-22 April. Link in bio for tickets. Daphne's Solace 1. Measure 50ml Vintersol No.2 Aquavit, 15-20ml bay leaf sugar syrup, and 15-20ml lemon juice into a highball glass. 2. Stir to mix. 3. Fill the glass with ice. 4. Top up with soda water. 5. Stir again gently to mix. 6. Garnish with thin lemon slices. Skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
17th March , 2023 17 / 03 / 2023 Friday, 17th March
A relaxed one this #fredagsbar. Having a cold snaps with some friends. #aquavit #akvavit #vintersol #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #Londonarches #istillfamily
10th March , 2023 10 / 03 / 2023 Friday, 10th March
Experimenting with some artsy shots this #fredagsbar and we can't keep our hands off the No.2 Original Aquavit. Pick up a few bottles for yourselves at a 10% discount using the code AQUAVIT10 in our store. Skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
6th March , 2023 06 / 03 / 2023 Monday, 6th March
Vintersol No.2 Original Aquavit is finally here! After months of diligent experimentation, testing and tasting, we’re proud to announce the release of our second aquavit. Distilled with dill, coriander, lemon peel and aniseed, it’s a modern take on a classic aquavit. Featuring bright citrus and elegant herbaceous notes, this versatile spirit can be sipped neat, showcased in a cocktail, or simply paired with a mixer (it’s absolutely fantastic with tonic!).   To celebrate this release, we’re offering 10% off all products in our webshop over the next week, including the No.2 Original Aquavit. Just use the code AQUAVIT10 at checkout for your discount. Skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
24th February , 2023 24 / 02 / 2023 Friday, 24th February
At the end of another long week, it's a real pleasure to kick back this #fredagsbar with some refreshing chilled aquavit and snacks. Skål and happy weekend, everyone. #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
21st February , 2023 21 / 02 / 2023 Tuesday, 21st February
Had a great time talking to Rob and Scott from the @firstwealthltd Podcast about the challenges of setting up a micro distillery in London and our mission to bring Aquavit to the UK. If you're interested in hearing our story and a little of what happens behind the scenes, you can listen to the full episode by clicking the link in our bio. #podcast #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
10th February , 2023 10 / 02 / 2023 Friday, 10th February
Rounding off this week with our traditional #fredagsbar, and our most popular cocktail: the Ginger Skipper. To join us, measure 50ml No.1 Aquavit and 30ml tangerine juice into a highball glass, add ice, top up with ginger ale, and stir gently to mix. If you're feeling fancy, garnish with a butterflied tangerine segment. Skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
3rd February , 2023 03 / 02 / 2023 Friday, 3rd February
This week for #fredagsbar we're continuing to experiment with the prototype for our No.2 Original Aquavit. Our Head Distiller has mixed up this delicious dæquiri, and is kicking back with Gytha, our main still. Looking forward to sharing the recipe when the No.2 is ready! For now, skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
27th January , 2023 27 / 01 / 2023 Friday, 27th January
The first batch of our No.2 Original Aquavit is still resting, but in the meantime we're experimenting this #fredagsbar with some we made earlier. Mixed with some elderflower tonic and garnished with dill and lemon, this is the refreshing beverage we needed this gloomy late January evening! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
20th January , 2023 20 / 01 / 2023 Friday, 20th January
And with that, the first batch of our No.2 Original Aquavit has been distilled and stored in these lovely new barrels from @_polsinelli_ ! Developing the No.2 has been a real pleasure. We set out to create a bright, zesty, and herbaceous spirit, something that would offer a contrast to the earthy, autumnal notes of the No.1, and really demonstrate how versatile aquavit can be. At the same time, we wanted to maintain that characteristic aquavit spice and warmth. We think we’ve succeeded, and can’t wait to share it with you and see what you think. Keep a lookout for our launch announcement around the end of February! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily
13th January , 2023 13 / 01 / 2023 Friday, 13th January
Announcing a new addition to our Double Measure premixed cocktail range: the Aquavit Martini! Made with our own No.1 Original Aquavit and Noilly Prat Dry Vermouth, the Aquavit Martini is everything a dry martini should be; subtle, smooth, and sophisticated. Perfect for the Nordic spy at the end of a long week. Store the bottle in the freezer, and simply pour into a martini glass with an orange peel ribbon to serve. To celebrate the launch, we’re offering 15% off everything in our online store until 21 January 2023 – just use the discount code AQUATINI15 at checkout. #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily #martini #doublemeasure #martinitime
6th January , 2023 06 / 01 / 2023 Friday, 6th January
Happy New Year! The first week of 2023 has been a busy one: ✅ Bottling run ✅ Packaging run ✅ Three R&D distillations ✅ Finalised labels for No.2 Original Aquavit ✅ Unreal quantities of admin, procurement, and planning for the year I think that deserves a drink. Shout out to @holmegaard_design for the beautiful glass. Can’t wait to see what the year has in store, and to share it with all of you! Skål! #vintersol #aquavit #akvavit #distillery #distilling #handmade #scandi #scandinavia #nordic #putney #london #londonarches #istillfamily #fredagsbar