Celebrating World Bartender Day with Two of Stockholm’s Best Bars

Celebrating World Bartender Day with Two of Stockholm’s Best Bars

Before sipping that delicious-looking cocktail, let’s take a moment to raise our glasses to those bartenders everywhere. A special shout out to all you home bartenders out there! It’s time to celebrate World Bartender Day!

Celebrated on 24 February around the globe, World Bartender Day is the day where we celebrate the creativity, passion, and skill of bartenders who live and breathe cocktail culture. Cheers to that!

Celebrating World Bartender Day with Sweden’s Finest

To celebrate World Bartender Day, we’re heading to Stockholm, Sweden, to showcase some of the best in the business: Andreas Bergman, Hedda Bruce, Isac Johannson, and the crew at Tjoget, as well as Jack Parker and Josephine Sondlo, founders and bartenders at Bar Afterglow.

It’s only fitting that we celebrate this day by shining a spotlight on some of Sweden’s finest talents. After all, we – at Absolut – take pride in its Swedish roots. In fact, most of our production journey takes place in and around the small village of Åhus and all the ingredients for Absolut Vodka come from one source in southern Sweden.

So, let’s jump right in and meet the amazing folks who work their magic behind the bar!

Exploring Tjoget: Classic Cocktails with a Mediterranean Twist

First up, we visit Tjoget, located in the trendy neighborhood of Hornstull on the island of Södermalm in Stockholm.

“I’ve been a bartender my whole life,” says Andreas Bergman, Co-Founder of Tjoget. “I did that a lot together with Joel, who I opened Tjoget with about 13 years ago. I’ve worked extensively behind the bar and on the floor.” You might say that his time working behind the bar has paid off – Tjoget has been named as one of the Top 50 Bars in the World not once, but twice!

So, what’s Tjoget’s secret when it comes to bartending? “Don’t make it too fancy or too hard for ourselves or for our guests to be able to enjoy the drink,” says Hedda Bruce, General Manager at Tjoget.

“The concept of the drinks will always be like something that is close to classics but with a Mediterranean Tjoget twist,” she continues.

Mixing Up Creativity at Tjoget

“Tjoget is inspired by a lot of New York style cocktail bars,” says Isac Johannson, Head Bartender. “We always sit down – the whole team – and talk about the flavor and style of drinks. Then we try it again, and again and again for, maybe like, a month or two. So, everyone gets their say in the cocktail menu process, which is super nice,” he explains.

Bartending goes beyond simply pouring a drink – it’s a creative craft. A prime example of this is the Polo Lounge Martini, found only at Tjoget. “We make the drink like a pasta dish,” explains Andreas, who created the drink.

“When we make this cocktail, we take a pan, brown the butter, add some fresh sage to the brown butter. Then we add the liquid gold – Absolut Vodka. We then let it sit for a couple of hours, then we sous vide the whole drink and put it into the freezer overnight,” adds Hedda.

Trust us, the Polo Lounge Martini is an elegant and delicious martini.

Meet the People Behind Bar Afterglow

We now continue to the other side of Södermalm where we toast to Jack Parker and Josephine Sondlo. Jack and Josephine are the founders and bartenders at Bar Afterglow, a cozy cocktail bar tucked away on a quaint street in the area known as Sofia on Södermalm’s east side.

“Bars are supposed to be fun and relaxed, and I think that’s exactly what Afterglow is,” says Jack. “It’s comfortable, it’s fun – it’s not serious,” he adds. But making seriously great drinks is a whole another thing.

“If you look at the menu, everything is based on a classic…but how can we tweak the recipe to make it more modern?” says Josephine when asked where they draw inspiration for their drinks.

Bar Afterglow is all about mixing creativity with bartending, where flavors and colors often come together in unexpected ways. “My process for making drinks doesn’t make sense to anyone but me,” says Josephine laughing. “I just stick with it – I’m super stubborn – and eventually, I end up with something that’s crazy good!”

But as Jack explains, great drinks don’t have to be complicated: “I don’t want our drinks to be crazy complex – I’m not a complicated person. They (our customers) just want sweet and bubbly and pink drinks.”

Creative Bartending: Creativity Meets Sustainability

When it comes to creativity, Jack and Josephine are big fans of sustainable cocktail making, using limitations to ignite inspiration. “I think it’s of my best traits, working with those limitations – it’s like you can’t use stuff from all over the world or you have to re-use or re-make ingredients like five times,” says Josephine.

As she explains, bartending is often about being resourceful – using what you have and being smart with your ingredients. “Here we use a lot of oxidized wines with those flavors that are not meant to be in a wine…but if you think about it as a cocktail ingredient, you can actually use those flavors and pair it with spirits,” she says.

From a Sex on the Beach to a ‘Pink and Orange’

A shining example of the creativity at Bar Afterglow’ is the ‘Pink and Orange’ cocktail, inspired by the classic Sex on the Beach.

Jack and Josephine took this 80s classic and gave it their own modern twist, blending berries and lime juice in a juicer and clarifying the drink so that it’s clear.

Explaining the creative process, Jack says: “We juice the juices, we make a grenadine, and then we blend the lingonberries and turn them into a juice as well. We then put it all together in a centrifuge, then strain everything out, add Absolut Peach, then carbonate the drink. Finally, we pour it.”

“I think it was a cheeky way of making that drink. We were like ‘Hell yeah, we’re going to use flavored vodka because no one else is doing it,” says Josephine. And, well, doing what no one else is doing is what Bar Afterglow does so well.

Happy World Bartender Day!

In the latest episode of Bars Worth Visiting we continue our quest to uncover must-visit bars around the globe, diving into the creativity, passion, and craft of master bartenders who live and breathe cocktail culture.

In the previous episode, we hit up acclaimed bar and restaurant Tjoget in Stockholm, Sweden. We’re staying in Stockholm to check out Bar Afterglow – the creation of bartenders Jack Parker and Josephine Sondlo and a hidden treasure tucked away on Erstagatan, a quaint street in Sofia on Södermalm’s east side.

Built from Scratch: A Bar as Unique as Its Cocktails

Step into Bar Afterglow and get ready to be wowed by its bold 80s-inspired décor. With room for 150 guests, Jack Parker and Josephine Sondlo not only started this place – they crafted every detail themselves, from the décor and tiles to the colors and even the bar height.

Bar Afterglow is all about creativity, chasing dreams, and creating a space that reflects the passion behind their drinks. “How badly do you want to do the things you want to do? And if the answer is that you really, really want to do it because it’s just fun, then you don’t really care about the money,” Jack explains.

Their dedication to innovation shines through every corner, including their drink menu.

Creative Cocktail Making – Classic Drinks with a Twist

“If you look at the menu, everything is based on a classic but how can we tweak the recipe to make it more modern?” says Josephine. Their unique approach to cocktail creation involves instinctively pairing flavors and colors until they work.

“My process for making drinks doesn’t make sense to anyone but me,” Josephine admits. “I just stick with it – I’m super stubborn –and eventually I have something that’s crazy good.”

Jack chimes in, “Most of my drinks are based on dessert.”

“We don’t want our drinks to be crazy complex – I’m not a complicated person,” laughs Jack.

More than “just another bar,” as you’ll see in the video, Jack and Josephine also focus on sustainable cocktail making, using limitations as a catalyst for creativity. By reusing and remaking products and avoiding ingredients from faraway lands, they embrace sustainability in every cocktail.

‘Pink and Orange’ – A Twist on Sex on the Beach

In this episode, you’ll also meet the ‘Pink and Orange’ – a signature cocktail inspired by the classic Sex on the Beach.

Jack and Josephine took the classic and added their own twist, blending berries and lime juice, straining it, adding Absolut Peach – our delicious peach-flavored vodka – and carbonating the mix.

“I think it was a cheeky way of making that drink. We were like ‘We’re going to use flavored vodka’ because no one else is doing it,” Josephine shares.

Bar Afterglow – A Home Away from Home

Visiting Bar Afterglow really feels like hanging out at Jack and Josephine’s home. “We don’t do service, service – it’s more like hosting; when someone comes home to your apartment or your house,” Jack explains.

With its familiar and laid-back vibe, Bar Afterglow is a place where you can rock up in your pajamas if you feel so inclined. “It’s comfortable, it’s fun – it’s not serious,” Jack says. “Bars are supposed to be fun and relaxed, and I think that’s exactly what Afterglow is.”

“The bar looks like a kitchen island – it feels familiar to people, like when you’re hosting your family or friends at home,” Josephine adds. “It doesn’t need to be complicated – it’s about people and giving them a good time.”

And trust us, a good time is guaranteed! So, whether you’re a local or just passing through, an evening at Bar Afterglow is a must-visit.

In celebration of the 2025 Absolut Haring artist edition release – a collaboration between Absolut Vodka and artist Keith Haring – the Absolut Drinks Team crafted three Haring-inspired cocktails to mark the occasion.

In this post we chat to Ricardo ‘Rico’ Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Vodka Global Brand Ambassador to learn more about the Absolut Haring Fizz and take a look at the Absolut Haring Collins.

So then…

What is the Absolut Haring Fizz?

Much like Haring’s art, the Absolut Haring Fizz stands as a masterpiece in its own right. This drink is a bold East-meets-West fusion: crisp apple, zesty orange and toasted sesame with a kick of ginger, while its golden yellow hue mirrors Haring’s original Absolut artwork.

What is the Absolut Haring Collins?

The Absolut Haring Collins is a shake-and-serve cocktail that mixes Absolut Vodka, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, spicy ginger syrup, and crisp, effervescent soda water. Best of all, the Absolut Haring Collins is an easy-to-make drink. Simply shake the ingredients with ice in a shaker, then double strain the cocktail into a Collins glass before topping up with soda water and garnishing with orange zest. The result is a drink that’s citrusy, clean, bubbly and spicy. These characteristics perfectly represent Haring’s lively works and boundary-pushing style.

Inspiration behind the Absolut Haring Fizz

Where the Absolut Haring Collins can be made in just minutes, the Absolut Haring Fizz requires a bit of prep, including allowing some of the ingredients to refrigerate overnight. Like great art, some creations are simply worth the wait – just like Warhol’s Milk Punch, which Rico created for the 2024 Absolut Warhol limited edition release. Despite their obvious differences, we asked Rico about how the creation of the Absolut Haring Fizz differed from the process for Warhol’s Milk Punch.

“With Warhol’s signature cocktail, we created to celebrate the rediscovery of his blue painting, we devised a drink that we thought he would like. We were fortunate, as there were plenty of stories about his sweet tooth and his love for cornflakes, which were the inspiration behind Warhol’s Milk Punch,” explains Rico.

“With Keith Haring, such information wasn’t as readily available and so we started to delve into his art,” continues Rico. “His drawings are brilliantly simple and so we looked at simple ingredients – oranges, apples and lemons, but explored how we could create something a little more complex with them. We also wanted to include ingredients that would be a nod to his love of Asian food.”

Making the Absolut Haring Fizz

The Absolut Haring Fizz is a truly unique cocktail made with sesame-washed Absolut Vodka, orange and lemon sherbet, apple and ginger foam, soda water, and is garnished with black sesame seeds.

“Creating new cocktails is always a case of trial and error, but we ended up with a drink using a lemon and orange sherbet that unintentionally came out almost the exact color of Haring’s original Absolut painting,” says Rico.

This drink from scratch requires two days, where the ingredients need to sit in the refrigerator overnight. But like great art, patience is part of the process.

“The orange and lemon sherbet is basically an oleo saccharum, which is Latin for an oily sugar. It’s made using equal parts orange and lemon zest and sugar, which you cover and leave overnight so the sugar draws in the oil,” explains Rico. “By the morning, the sugar has melted and once strained, you are left with a very intense, phenomenal tasting citrus-flavored oil that is made from everyday ingredients.”

Start by mixing apple juice, ginger syrup, lemon juice, and egg whites, then transfer the blend into a Nitro Siphon Canister. Charge it up with two N₂O cartridges and let it chill in the refrigerator for a few hours.

Once day two arrives, it’s time to bring the Absolut Haring Fizz to life. But before we dive in, there’s one more crucial component of the drink that deserves our attention.

Absolut Haring Fizz: An Asian Inspired Cocktail

“Given Haring’s connection to Asia, we were very keen to add some sesame flavor,” shares Rico. “We initially looked at using a sesame paste and sesame oil, but we decided to revert to a ‘fat washing’ technique because we wanted the flavor, but without the oiliness or thick paste.”

“Fat washing is a process where you typically add fat to alcohol, let the fat solidify and take it away. In this case, we used sesame oil instead of fat,” explains Rico.

“When you take the mixture of sesame oil and alcohol out of the freezer, you’re left with a spirit that has a luxurious taste of sesame. It was then simply a case of combining all the elements, shaking the sesame vodka with the sherbet, applying foam on top and garnishing with a thick black sesame line.”

You can find the full cocktail recipe for the Absolut Haring Fizz on AbsolutDrinks.com.

“What are some of the best bars in the world?” If you’re like us and you’re passionate about cocktails, you’ve definitely pondered this question.

And the conclusion we’ve come to is that there are MANY great bars around the world, and we want you to join us as we visit them. 

What can we say? At Absolut, we love cocktails, and people, and life. And we love bringing these things together!

Great Bars in the World: Tjoget, Stockholm, Sweden

We start our journey in Stockholm, Sweden where we visit the buzzing bar and restaurant, Tjoget. Nestled in the vibrant Hornstull neighborhood on the inner-city island of Södermalm, Tjoget has firmly established itself as a beloved Stockholm institution.

Since its opening in 2012, it has captured the hearts of both locals and travelers from afar. “The ambition was to open the best bar,” shares Andreas Bergman, Founder Partner, Tjoget. Despite remaining very much a neighborhood bar at heart, Tjoget has achieved the remarkable distinction of being named one of the Top 50 bars in the world, not once, but twice. 

Introducing the Crew at Tjoget and the Polo Lounge Martini

“Tjoget is like a family,” says Pepe, Head Waiter at Tjoget. In this video, we meet the founder and crew at Tjoget, learn about the bar’s history, its clientele and what they believe is the secret to their success. We’ll also learn how to make one of Tjoget’s signature drinks, the Polo Lounge Martini.

“We’re gonna make a drink like a pasta dish,” explains Andreas Bergman, Founder Partner, Tjoget, about the inspiration for the drink. The Polo Lounge Martini is a variation of a classic stirred Martini, made with fat-washed Absolut vodka using brown butter and sage, showcasing their adjoining restaurant’s love for incredible Mediterranean cuisine.

Trust us, it’s a drink that’s in a league of its own, much like the bar and the people behind it.

If you’re ever in Stockholm, a visit to Tjoget is a must. But until then, pull up a seat and say “Hej!” to the crew at Tjoget.

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In this video, Rico teams up with the crème de la crème of New Orleans, Louisiana to tackle the mission of rating and finding the world’s worst cocktail!

Who would want to do that?! Well, you’d be surprised! Joining Rico are Mason Hereford and Lauren Agudo from Turkey and the Wolf, Phil Cenac from Hungry Eyes, Nathan Barfield from Hot Stuff, and Colleen Quarls from Molly’s Rise and Shine.

The crew bravely tastes four “delicious” shots—the Tapeworm, Shells & Snaps, the Prairie Oyster, and the Bloody Brain. They’re also given a little – ahem – “palate cleanser” in the form of some Swedish Salty Licorice

Now let’s look at what’s in store for our brave panelists!

Tapeworm
Most people wouldn’t be able to get beyond the look of this shot, which quite literally looks like, errrrrr, a tapeworm. The Tapeworm shot has gained a reputation for being one of the most outrageous, both in appearance and flavor.

It mixes Absolut Peppar, a dash of hot sauce, ground black pepper, and a squirt of mayonnaise, it challenges even the most adventurous drinkers. 

As the panelists eye the shot, the question is: will they muster up the courage to give it a try?

Shells & Snaps
Next, the guests are invited to experience both Swedish midsummer and a Swedish crayfish party (kräftskiva) – both at once. A chilled shot of Absolut Vodka paired with a crayfish – skål! And yes, wearing a midsummer wreath (“midsommarkrans”) on your head and having a tiny maypole (“midsommar stång”) next to your glass is absolutely mandatory.

Will the visiting panelists fully embrace their visit to Sweden, or will they “offend” the nation by passing up this tradition?  

The Prairie Oyster
The Prairie Oyster is one of the oldest and most notorious shots of them all. Made with egg yolk, Cognac, Worcestershire sauce, tomato juice, hot pepper sauce, malt vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Yes, it’s a challenge!

As the panelists prepare to try this “unique shot”, they’ll be putting their taste buds and courage to the test, curious to see if its status meets their dread! 

The Bloody Brain
There’s no other way to say it nor play it down – the Bloody Brain shot is horrifyingly gory to look at, resembling, well, a bleeding brain. 

Despite its gory appearance, the Bloody Brain shot is actually sweet, creamy, zesty—and dare we say—delicious! But we didn’t tell the panelists. 

Made with Absolut Wild Berri, fresh lime juice, Irish Cream Liqueur, and a splash of grenadine, it’s a nice surprise shock for those brave enough to try it!

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Celebrating International Vodka Day

International Vodka Day is all about celebrating the spirit that’s shaken up cultures and cocktail menus across the globe.

Whether you’re into classic vodka cocktails or prefer to drink your vodka neat, today’s your chance to appreciate its versatility and craftsmanship – and maybe even discover a new favorite drink!

If you’re new to mixing cocktails, knowing where to start can seem a bit tricky. But fear not – we got you! In the video at the top of this page, Rico dives into vodka’s history, shares some home mixing techniques, and most importantly, shows how to make three of our most popular vodka cocktails to make at home.

Is October 4 National Vodka Day?


If you’re in the U.S., then yes – October 4 marks National Vodka Day but it’s also International Vodka Day (aka World Vodka Day) for the rest of the world.

So, no matter where you are, October 4 is the perfect day to grab your cocktail shaker, a bottle of your favorite Absolut Vodka, and raise a glass to this beloved spirit.

Looking for some drink-spiration? Watch Rico and award-winning bartender Hedda Bruce from Tjoget in Stockholm, Sweden, as they demonstrate how to make the ULTIMATE Espresso Martini!

How To Celebrate International Vodka Day

International Vodka Day is your chance to celebrate this versatile spirit in a style that’s uniquely yours. After all, everyone’s got their own taste, and that’s what makes it interesting.

Whether you’re a fan of classic vodka cocktails like a Mule or a Cosmopolitan made with our beloved Absolut Citron or want to get creative and experiment with other flavored vodkas, this is THE day to celebrate vodka in all its glory.

Need some drink-spiration? Check out the video below where Rico shakes up two versions of a Vesper Martini—a luxury spin and a classic version. Try it at your next home party and let your friends decide which one reigns supreme!

What Drink Should I Make for International Vodka Day?

That’s completely up to you! Whether you’re eager to try a new recipe that you’ve found online, make one of your favorites, or simply sip on a classic vodka tonic, the choice is yours.

Oh! And contrary to what many people think, it doesn’t require years of bartending experience or even a well-stocked fridge to make a great drink. In fact, many of the most beloved vodka cocktails in the world contain just three ingredients.

So, whatever cocktail you mix and however you decide to celebrate, we say cheers to International Vodka Day!

Absolut Boston was a Local Limited-Edition Vodka Bottle release and one of our many collaborations over the years.

Released in 2009, Absolut Boston was the third installment in our Cities series, a series celebrating incredible cities (and later countries) around the globe.

Batter up! Join us as take a stroll down memory lane to revisit Absolut Boston.

The “Green Monster” – the inspiration for Absolut Boston

What better way to capture the essence of Boston than by celebrating the iconic “Green Monster” at Fenway Park?

On each bottle, an inscription read: “In a city rich with monuments commemorating a nation, the one that stands above all is a dented green wall 37 feet tall, 240 feet long, and some 310 feet from home plate down the left-field lane.”

With its green backdrop the Absolut Boston limited edition bottle was a tribute to the infamous “Green Monster”, the nickname of the left field wall at Fenway Park, home of Boston Red Sox baseball team.

Another Kind of Boston Tea Party

When we set out to create Absolut Boston, we wanted to capture the city’s rich history—but with a twist! After all, doing things differently is part of Absolut’s DNA.

So, what better way to honor Boston than by tipping our hat to the most famous tea party in history? No, not the kind with crumpets and cucumber sandwiches, but the legendary Boston Tea Party of 1773.

In a playful nod to this revolutionary act, we infused Absolut Boston with the bold flavors of black tea and the delicate notes of elderflower. This unexpected combination struck a chord with bartenders and the good folks of Beantown alike, proving that sometimes the best way to celebrate history is to mix it up a bit—literally! Tea, anyone?

Beyond the Bottle—Preserving Water Quality and Green Spaces

To celebrate the launch of Absolut Boston, we constructed our own “Wall of pride” on Boston’s Boylston Plaza.

Made up of 28 green tiles, created and signed by various celebrities with ties to Boston, which were then auctioned off to raise money for charity.

We donated $50,000 to the Charles River Conservancy, a charity that strives to keep Boston’s drinking water clean and preserve the many green areas around the city. At Absolut, we understand the importance of pristine water.

We source our water locally from wells in southern Sweden that extend over 140 meters deep. This water has been naturally filtered through the Swedish bedrock for thousands of years, offering a unique mouthfeel that can’t be replicated in a lab. Given that 60% of vodka is pure water, this element is crucial in creating our vodka.

Join us in raising a glass to honor the legacy of Absolut Boston, a bottle that distilled the true essence of the city.

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Want to learn more about the Absolut Boston Local Limited-Edition Vodka Bottle? Explore Absolut Boston

While it might not be the ultimate cocktail conundrum, but if you’re like us and you love cocktails, you may have wondered if anybody can make a Raspberry Collins.

Well, to answer this pressing question, we decided to set up a studio challenge where we asked seven people to make the drink!  

Challenge accepted, we gave each of our guests all the ingredients they needed together with the essential bartending tools. So, how tricky could it be? 

What is in a Raspberry Collins? 

A classic Raspberry Collins cocktail is made gin, lemon juice, fresh muddled raspberries, simple syrup, Crème de Framboise (raspberry-flavored liqueur), soda water and garnished with a couple of raspberries. It’s a popular variation of a classic Tom Collins drink.

However, we put our guests to the test by asking them to make a vodka version of a Raspberry Collins using Absolut Raspberri – our deliciously fruity raspberry-flavored vodka – instead of gin and without the Crème de Framboise. Here at Absolut, we often refer to it as a Raspberri Collins.

How do you make a Raspberry Collins?

Honestly, the Raspberry Collins is an easy cocktail to make. Sure, you need to muddle some fresh raspberries and give everything a good shake, but there’s nothing too technical or fancy.

But from guessing which ingredient is which (!) to learning the art of using a cocktail shaking, straining, and garnishing, suffice to say each of our guests has their own “unique approach” to making the drink. 

So, two questions remain – were any of the drinks drinkable and what did the guests think of their own drink? 

You’re going to have to watch to find out!

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Absolut Los Angeles was a Local Limited-Edition Vodka Bottle release and part of our long-standing series celebrating cities and countries around the globe.

Absolut Los Angeles was, in fact, the second ever limited-edition bottle release in our Cities collaboration series.

Join us today as we walk the red carpet once again to revisit Absolut Los Angeles.

Los Angeles: A Boulevard of Dreams…and Vodka

Back in 2008, we launched Absolut Los Angeles, a Local Limited-Edition Vodka Bottle that paid homage to the boulevard of dreams.

For this city-inspired release, we aimed to capture the spirit of opportunity that LA represents—a place where people reach for the stars and pursue their dreams.

Los Angeles holds a special meaning for countless individuals, reflected in its vibrant culture and diverse community. By 2020, the Greater Los Angeles area boasted a population of 18.6 million, underscoring the city’s role as a beacon for dreamers worldwide.

At Absolut, we wanted to toast to all the dreamers.

Lights, Camera, Vodka!

There’s simply no city on the planet that’s quite like L.A. – a city that really needs to be visited to be believed.

With this in mind, we realized that for the limited-edition vodka release, we needed something special.  For Absolut Los Angeles, our innovators at home in Åhus, Sweden, spent over six months to find the perfect blend of flavors.

We even took a field trip to La-La Land to hold focus groups with local bartenders and vodka aficionados, to tune the palate. The end result was a flavor sooooooo L.A. it deserved a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!

The flavor? An acai, acerola, pomegranate, and blueberry flavored vodka, of course!

Improving Nature in La-La Land

For the release of Absolut Los Angeles, we partnered with a charitable environmental organization called Green Way LA to help supports its “Green Streets” initiative.

Green Way LA is dedicated to restoring nature and natural functions in the city, encouraging urban residents to “live lightly” to improve the environment, health and welfare of their communities.

This resonated with us deeply since sustainability, including sustainable production, sustainable farming and community, sustainable packaging, and sustainable ingredients is something that’s very close to our hearts.

So, raise a glass and toast to the legacy of Absolut Los Angeles, a bottle that deserved its every moment in the spotlight!

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Here it is people! This year’s most anticipated vodka launch has arrived. We hope you’re sitting down as we present to you, Absolut Haring!

Absolut Haring is our proud collaboration with one of the world’s most influential pop artists of all time, Keith Haring (1958-1990). Rooted in the shared belief that art is for everybody, Absolut Haring Artist-Edition celebrates the legacy and movement of Keith Haring.

You see, Haring was all about shaking things up, taking art off museum walls and into the real world, and this bottle is ready to kick-start that movement for a new generation.

Championing creativity as a unifying force, just like Haring did on the gritty streets and pulsing subways of 1980s New York, this launch is your call to action. So, get up, get down, and grab yours before it’s gone!

Absolut x Haring: A collaboration of nearly 40 years

Almost forty years ago, at the suggestion of his friend—the one and only Andy Warhol—Keith Haring became the second artist to reimagine the iconic Absolut bottle.

He created four striking pieces, each showcasing the iconic silhouette front and center. The selected Absolut Haring artwork became a classic in our 1986 Absolut campaign. With Haring’s unmistakable red lines and a joyous crowd of dancing figures set against a bold yellow canvas, the artwork bursts with energy.

More than a bottle: Reawakening Haring’s Iconic Art

To celebrate this release of this artist-edition, we’ve created a Haring-inspired bottle like never before. This bottle isn’t just packaging—it’s a celebration in motion.

The debossed glass design features figures from the original 1986 painting, Haring’s own handwriting, signature and take on the Absolut medallion. The result is, well, a work of art in itself.

It blends the unmistakable soul of Haring’s art — those bold lines, electric colors, and dancing figures that lit up everything from subway tunnels to gallery walls —with Absolut’s belief in creativity as a catalyst for positive change. Join the movement!

Absolut Haring Fizz Signature Drink

With a bottle design this stunning, it demands a signature cocktail that’s just as bold and striking.

To capture Haring’s essence in a glass, the drinks team here at Absolut created the Absolut Haring Fizz—a cocktail that pays homage to the artist’s love for Asian cuisine.

A true fusion of art and flavor, the Absolut Haring Fizz combines Sesame-Washed Vodka, Citrus Sherbet, and Apple-Ginger Foam, resulting in a drink so unique, unlike anything else. Although it involves quite a bit of prep, like great art, some creations are simply worth the wait!

The Bottle is now available in Global Travel Retail and continuously rolled out in markets from October.

Want to learn more? Visit Absolut Haring