The Travelling Cocktail Drinker: The Best Bars in Lapland

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A week and a half before Christmas and The Travelling Cocktail Drinker could really only visit
one destination. The most festive place in the entire world, Lapland is where
dreams can come true for children with Christmas spirit.

For adults who would prefer an alcoholic spirit, we’ve found the very best bars in the area.

21 Café & Bar, Rovakatu 21, Rovaniemi

This extensive cocktail bar features classics such as the Vesper and Pina Colada, alongside imaginative offerings such as Apple Pie with Ice Cream (cinnamon vodka, vanilla, apple, vanilla ice cream and burned cinnamon). Sweeter food offerings are definitely the bar’s forte, with the waffles in high demand with customers – who doesn’t love a doughy treat with their cocktail?!

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Piña colada

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4.74 / 5

Hurricane glass

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(1954)

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245 calories

Garnish

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Pineapple, cocktail cherry

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15.38% | 2 units of alcohol ^*

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<p>The Piña Colada is a popular tropical cocktail that originated in Puerto Rico. It is a refreshing and creamy drink that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.</p><p>The name Piña Colada means "strained pineapple" in Spanish and the cocktail is made with a combination of pineapple juice, white rum, and coconut cream. The flavors of this drink meld perfectly together to create a balance of sweet and tangy notes.</p><p>The pineapple juice adds a tropical fruity taste, while the white rum adds a hint of spice. The creaminess of the coconut cream adds a smooth and velvety texture to the drink.</p><p>With its iconic blend of flavors and island vibes, the Piña Colada has become a beloved classic in the cocktail world.</p>

Ingredients

Pineapple Juice

White rum

Coconut Cream

Method

How to make a Piña colada

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes

Add all ingredients to a blender with ice and blend until smooth

Pour into a hurricane glass

Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cocktail cherry before serving

~ Historically a few drops of fresh lime juice was added to taste. // Four slices of fresh pineapple can be used instead of juice ~

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Vesper

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Cocktail glass

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(1953)

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Vodka

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116 calories

Garnish

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Lemon

Alcohol content

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37.29% | 2.54 units of alcohol ^*

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Classic

Shaken

<p>The drink was invented and named by fictional secret agent James Bond in the 1953 novel Casino Royale. "A dry martini," [Bond] said.</p><p>"One. In a deep champagne goblet.""Oui, monsieur.""Just a moment.</p><p>Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon peel.</p><p>Got it?"</p>

Ingredients

Vodka

Gin

Lillet Blanc

Method

How to make a Vesper

Serves 1 · Takes 3 minutes

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice

Shake well for 10-15 seconds or until the outside of the shaker becomes frosted

Strain into a chilled cocktail glass, garnish with a lemon peel and serve

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Café Bar Kota, Torikuja 3 A, Kittila

The perfect place to enjoy an apres-ski drink, the Café Bar Kota is located at the bottom of a ski slope, so it is also accessible to those who prefer to travel across the snow without any boards attached to their feet! There is no cocktail list, so you need to know what you want before you go in and the experienced bar staff will blend up any of the classics for you.

Sky Kitchen & View, Juhannuskalliontie, Rovaniemi

This bar is only open for the snow season, opening in December each year to welcome the festive tourists. The warm, friendly restaurant and bar prides itself on excellent service and amazing cocktails – try the Lingonberry as you sample the local cuisine – reindeer!

Northern Cowboy, Torikuja, Levi

While in Lapland, you can still satisfy your taste for all things Mexican at the Northern Cowboy. If you are looking for cocktails as a supplement to the wide range of burritos,
enchiladas and churros that they serve, we recommend an Elderflower Margarita
or a Peachy Sheriff. Like many other bars in the region, it is only open for
the tourist season, so make sure to visit before May.

Yuca, Rovakatu 21,
Rovaniemi

Yuca is owned by the same team that run 21 Café and Bar, so you already know that the cocktail offerings are going to be good. There are just three cocktails on offer, but all are blended to perfection. Why not try a Mezcalito Al Pastor, a surprising mix of Agave Cenizo, pineapple, coriander and lemon that is mouth-wateringly tasty.

A visit to Lapland at Christmas is never dull, with so many activities aimed at families wishing to
boost their Christmas spirit. If you do get a few moments spare, make sure to
visit one of the above bars and round off your trip in the best way.