The Finnish Long Drink (also called a Lonkero) was first created in 1952 at the Helsinki Summer Olympics. Served in a tall glass (a long glass) it’s name comes from the glassware it is served in.
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Ingredients
- Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best.
- Grapefruit Juice fresh squeezed grapefruit juice is great in this recipe.
- Gin Choose a gin you have on hand. For the most traditional recipe use a Finnish gin.
- Grapefruit Soda such as Fresca.
- Club Soda just a splash is needed.
How to Make
Begin by filling a tall glass with ice. Add lemon juice, grapefruit juice, gin, and grapefruit soda.
Stir to combine.
Top with a splash of club soda and a slice of grapefruit as an optional garnish.
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Finnish Long Drink History
The Finnish Long Drink (also called a Lonkero) was first created in 1952 at the Helsinki Summer Olympics. Served in a tall glass (a long glass) it’s name comes from the glassware it is served in.
Tips for Making
- Flavor variations You may swap a different flavor of juice or sofa for a slight variation.
- Garnish ideas This is a low key drink that doesn’t even need a garnish, however feel free to garnish with what you have on hand such as a slice of citrus fruit or a maraschino cherry. I love it served with fresh grapefruit as it hints at the fresh juice used in our recipe.
- Finnish Gin For the most authentic version choose a gin made in Finland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s in a Finnish Long Drink?
A Finnish Long Drink is made using lemon juice, grapefruit juice, gin, and grapefruit soda. Last, top with club soda and add a grapefruit slice as an optional garnish to the drink.
Why is it called a long drink?
The Finnish Long Drink gets its name for being served in a tall (or long) glass. It’s a highball mixed drink.
What is the national drink of Finland.
The Lonkero (Finnish Long Drink) is the national drink of Finland.
Finnish Long Drink
Equipment
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1 tall glass
Ingredients
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- 2 ounces gin
- 3 ounces grapefruit soda
- 1 splash club soda
- 1 slice grapefruit optional garnish
Instructions
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Begin by filling a tall glass with ice. Add lemon juice, grapefruit juice, gin, and grapefruit soda.
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Stir to combine.
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Top with a splash of club soda and a slice of grapefruit as an optional garnish.
Notes
- Flavor variations You may swap a different flavor of juice or sofa for a slight variation.
- Garnish ideas This is a low key drink that doesn’t even need a garnish, however feel free to garnish with what you have on hand such as a slice of citrus fruit or a maraschino cherry. I love it served with fresh grapefruit as it hints at the fresh juice used in our recipe.
- Finnish Gin For the most authentic version choose a gin made in Finland.