Vodka Nikolashka - alcohol in the sauna
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In principle, it is better to stay away from alcohol during a sauna. However, there are old customs that should not be missed during the Russian banya (sauna) ceremony. A so-called "Vodka Nikolashka" (vodka with lemon) should be served before or at the beginning of the ceremony. As a non-alcoholic alternative, the sauna guest is given a glass of warm water with lemon.
Ingredients:
- 4cl vodka
- 1 approx. 5mm thick slice of lemon
- 1/2 tsp coffee powder
- 1/2 tsp sugar
Preparation:
- Pour the vodka into a shooter glass.
- Place the lemon slice on the glass
- Put the coffee and sugar on half of the lemon slice each
This is how it is drunk
- Place the lemon slice on your tongue with the coffee and sugar facing down.
- Put the vodka in your mouth
- Leave to take effect for 30 seconds
- Then swallow without the lemon
More modern saunas also serve vodka with a fruit in a glass at the start of the infusion, which is of course quicker and less awkward to drink.
