Jul 14 2026
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Norseman Olympia Recipe

Inspired by Hell's Kitchen Inc.
Time5h
Serves10

Named for the lush green moss of Olympic National Park, this Minneapolis-made liqueur was made in the image of a green chartreuse: completely herbaceous with a nose of peppermint, parsley, and fresh sage.

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Ingredients

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Herbaceous Base

Liquid Ingredients

Additional Flavorings

Method

Preparation of Herbaceous Base

  1. 1

    Prepare Fresh Herbs

    Wash the fresh peppermint, parsley, and sage leaves under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Combine Herbs

    In a large glass jar, combine the fresh peppermint, parsley, sage, dried thyme, and dried basil.

Infusing the Vodka

  1. 3

    Add Vodka

    Pour the high-proof vodka over the combined herbs in the jar, ensuring all herbs are fully submerged.

  2. 4

    Infusion Process

    Seal the jar tightly and place it in a cool, dark place. Allow the mixture to infuse for at least 2 weeks, shaking gently once a day.

Making the Syrup

  1. 5

    Prepare Simple Syrup

    In a saucepan, combine water and pure cane sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves, then bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Cool Syrup

    Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.

Final Assembly

  1. 7

    Strain the Liquid

    Once the infusion period is complete, strain the herb-infused vodka through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bottle.

  2. 8

    Combine with Syrup

    Mix the strained vodka with the cooled simple syrup and lemon juice in a large jar. If desired, add a drop of green food coloring to achieve a vibrant color.

  3. 9

    Add Additional Flavorings

    Add star anise, cinnamon stick, and sliced vanilla bean to the mixture for added flavor. Seal the jar and let it sit for an additional week.

Serving

  1. 10

    Serve Chilled

    After the final infusion, chill the Norseman Olympia in the refrigerator. Serve in small liqueur glasses, optionally garnished with a sprig of fresh herbs.

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