For the fifth time, the Aarhus-based distillery Njord has developed the official Festuge gin. This year, Aarhus native Sara Slott has taken Njord on a flavour journey and spiritual foraging trip in the quest for an iconic Aarhus gin. Together with the distillers from Njord, Sara will share how they collaboratively developed the gin.

Program

• Welcome cocktail and guided tour of the distillery
• Tasting of the Festuge gin, both with and without tonic
• During the tasting of the Festuge gin, Sara will talk about her role in the gin development, her long-standing connection with Aarhus, and her perspective on the role of passion in the performance of a top athlete
• Tasting of 3 other Njord gins, both with and without tonic
• A final cocktail featuring this year’s Festuge gin to round off the evening

Sara is best known for her medals in hurdles at the Olympics and European Championships, as well as her place in the Danish Sports Hall of Fame and the board of Team Denmark. She grew up near Aarhus Stadium and, even as a young athlete, had the talent and willpower to complete tough training sessions in all seasons. Runs in autumn rain through the Moesgaard forests and along the beach left her with salty sweat and sand in her shoes—but also with a strong running community and a deep connection to nature. The fact that Sara ended her tough workouts with blackcurrant cordial rather than fancy energy drinks says a lot about a top athlete with rock-solid, no-nonsense values.

Get a glimpse into the creative process!

Sara Slott, along with Troels and Lars Toke from Njord, will share the ideas behind the carefully chosen flavour notes. The two distillers will also take you on an exclusive tour of the flavour lab and the fascinating distillery.