Denmark House Drink Menu

Signature cocktails

A selection of cocktails made with Danish spirits, tested and approved by the Danish community in Melbourne.

Koldskål $23
Zesty, creamy blend of citrus, vanilla and elderflower – inspired by the traditional Danish summer dessert of the same name. Light, fresh and nostalgic.
København $23
A tribute to Copenhagen’s charm. This award-winning cocktail balances cherry brandy and lime for a taste that’s sweet, tart and unmistakably Nordic.
Lakrids Kaffe Martini $23
Our Danish twist on the classic espresso martini – with deep coffee, Kahlua and a bold note of liquorice. Perfect for liquorice lovers.
Dansk Spritz $19
A Scandi riff on the spring classic, this mix of Gammel Dansk, prosecco and soda delivers a herbal, bittersweet edge with crisp bubbles.
Hyldeblomst Spritz $21
A sparkling elderflower cocktail, as beloved in Denmark as the summer sun. St-Germain elderflower liqueur, prosecco and soda – light, fragrant and refreshing.

Akvavit cocktails

Akvavit cocktrails are bright, aromatic, and refreshing. Where caraway, dill and citrus meet crisp, clean spirits for a uniquely Nordic twist on classic mixed drinks.

The King of Denmark $28
A bright, herbaceous blend of citrus and botanicals, lifted by akvavit’s gentle caraway warmth. Subtle aromatics and clean acidity keeps the profile crisp and focused
Dannebrog $20
A lively combination of berries and citrus layered over delicate herbal undertones. Akvavit brings structure and warmth without heaviness.
Akva Sour $22
A silky balance of citrus and sweetness, rounded by akvavit’s soft spice and herbal notes. The texture is smooth and velvety with a lively freshness throughout.
Nordic Passion $24
A fragant fusion of tropical fruit and subtle botanicals, softened by akvavit’s rounded warmth. The falvours are expressive yet refined, with a light aromatic lift.
Akvavit of the month $14
Not a cocktail, but a pure expression of akvavit. Our own creation, shaped by the seasons and made in-house. Built on aromatic caraway, delicate herbs and evolving botanicals that change with every batch.

Tap Beer


Carlsberg Tap 330/570ml   $11 / $16
Crisp, clean and unmistakably Danish. This legendary lager is brewed with over 175 years of tradition. Probably the best beer in the world (4.6%)

Beer


Carlsberg Elephant $14
Brewed from a 140-year-old yeast strain found in the original Carlsberg brewery. A dark, rounded pilsner with heritage in every sip. (7.2%)
Tuborg Julebryg $15
A seasonal Danish favourite, rich and malty with hints of caramel and spice. (5.7%)
James Boag’s Premium $12
Smooth, well-balanced lager with gentle malt notes. (4.6%)
Caveman Plonk Mead $15
A Viking’s drink of choice, fermented honey and water, the drink that startet it all. (5% 355)
Stone and Wood Pacific Ale $14
Fresh and fruity with notes of passionfruit and citrus. A true taste of the Australian coast. (4.4%)
Balter Cerveza $12
Crisp, clean and easy to drink. A smooth Mexican-style lager made for sunny days. (4.0%)
Kronenbourg $12
A french lager. (5.0%)
Melbourne bitter $18
Classic long neck melbourne bitter. 750ml (4.6%)
Coopers light $11
(2.9%)
Hop Nation ”Mind your head” XPA $11
(non-alcoholic, 0%)

Cider


Somersby Pear Cider $12

(4.5% 330ml)
Somersby Apple Cider $12
(4.5% 330ml)

Akvavit

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A Scandinavian spirit traditionally distilled from grain or potatoes and flavoured with herbs like caraway, dill and anise. Best served chilled and shared in good company.

Rød Aalborg 1863 $11 
Denmark’s national snaps. A crisp and spicy spirit with bold caraway and a touch of orange zest. A true Danish classic. 45%
Aalborg Jubilæum 1946 $11
Smooth and aromatic with notes of dill, coriander, and oak. Crafted to celebrate 100 years of Aalborg Akvavit. 40%
Aalborg Dild $11
An intensely dill-forward akvavit with a clean, fresh finish. Ideal with seafood or gravlax. 38%
Aalborg Grill Akvavit $13
Bold and warming, crafted for flame-kissed dishes. Subtle citrus peel and a gentle spice that lingers. 37.5%
Bornholmer Traditions Akvavit $13
Golden, warming, and slightly sweet. Soft hints of dill and honey with a rich, smooth body. 42%
Bornholm Frost $14
Clean and cooling – with cumin, dill and a citrus edge. Crisp like a Baltic winter morning. 40%
Bornholm Blond $12
Light spice, a gentle palate and smooth texture. A modern take on Nordic tradition. 40%
Linie Akvavit $12
Norwegian and world-famous. Matured at sea in sherry casks that cross the equator twice – giving it smoothness, spice, and a sense of adventure. 41.5%
Tasmaniac Antarctic Akvavit $14
A bold Australian twist on tradition, infused with native herbs and a hint of sea salt for a crisp southern edge. 41%
Tasmaniac Aged Akvavit $16
A smooth, barrel-aged akvavit with soft caraway warmth, gentle oak, and a rounded, lingering finish. 45%

Snaps


Bornholm Pear Snaps $14
Juicy, elegant pear with a soft sweetness and gentle finish. Crisp and refreshing. 40%
Bornholm Lakrids $14
Smooth and intense liquorice flavour with notes of anise. Not for the faint-hearted – a Danish favourite. 40%
Bornholm Sea Buckthorn, Dill and Cucumber $14
Nordic garden in a glass with fresh dill, tangy sea buckthorn and cool cucumber. Herbal, tart, and delightfully savoury. 40%
Bornholm Blueberry and Lemon Snaps $14
Vibrant and fruity. Sweet blueberry meets lemon zest for a bright, tangy finish. 40%
Bornholm Fig Snaps $14
Rich, round and mellow. Earthy fig comes forward with a soft, slightly sweet profile. 40%
Bornholm Chilli and Honey $14
Sweet and spicy – gentle honey warmth followed by a subtle chilli kick. Great with sharp cheeses or smoked meats. 40%
Bornholm Special Edition Rhubarb & Star Anise $14
A striking pink snaps with tart rhubarb and aromatic star anise. Sweet, pretty, and a little wild. 25%
Bornholm Distillery Honningsyp $14
Smooth and aromatic infused with natural honey. Floral notes meet soft herbs and subtle spice. Gently warming. 28%
Hr. Skov Valnød $14
A small-batch snaps infused with walnut and aged for two years. Nutty, soft, and warming. 38%
Helsinki Tyrnipontikka $14
Finnish-style snaps made from wild sea buckthorn berries. Tart, complex, and unmistakably Nordic. 41.7%
Helsinki Mutemint $14
Refreshing and bold peppermint snaps – clean, icy and invigorating. 40%

Spirits


Spirit Brothers VODKA $11
Double distilled vodka with an exceptionally smooth taste. 37.5%
Begin DRY GIN $13
Modern dry gin with bright juniper, lifted by native botanicals crisps citrus. Clean and aromatic with sublte herbal notes and a dry refreshinng finish. 37%

Cazadores Blanco TEQUILA $16
Established in 1922 from Mexico 40%
Jose Cuervo Especial TEQUILA $16
From the coast of Jalisco, Mexico, made with blue agave. 38%
Brix Australian Spiced RUM $17
Matured in Australia. 40.8%
Sailor Jerry RUM $15
Caribbean rum blennded with antural spices. 40%
Havana Club 3 Años RUM $15
Made and aged in Cuba. 37.5%
Hennessy COGNAC $18
Product of France. 40%
Ricetta Originale APEROL $14
Produced in Italy. 11%
Dewar’s Bourbon WHISKEY $15
From Perthshire, Scotland. 40%
Bulleit Bourbon WHISKEY $16
From Kentucky, USA. 45%
Canadian Club Whisky $14
Smooth and refreshing from Canada. 37%

Sparkling wine


Sevita Prosecco, King Valley, Victoria $13 / $60
Bright, crips and dry – a crowd-pleasing Prosecco with fine bubbles and citrus blossom.
Georg Jensen Hallmark Cuvèe, Tasmania $95
A stylish sparking wine in a designer bottle. Elegant, refined and made in a partnership with Denmark’s iconic Georg Jensen.
Don’s Cuvèe Brut, Skærsøgaard, Denmark $95
A rare Danish sparkling wine with a dry finish and delicate notes of green apple and toast. A unique taste of Danish terroir.

Rosè wine


2024 Fenêtre Lavande Rosè, Limestone Coast, S.A. $13 / $60
A delicate and aromatic rosè with floral lift and notes of strawberries and herbs.
2024 Poppelvej Rå Grenache, McLaren Vale, S.A. $85
Made in Danish collaboration – this dry rosè has Nordic finesse and Aussie sun. Juicy, bright and versatile.

White wine

2015 Crittenden Estate Moscato, Mornington, Victoria $60
Low-alcohol, lightly spritzed and gently sweet. Think summer fruit and floral perfume.
2024 Claymore Riesling, Clare Valley, S.A. $13 / $60
Vibrant, citrus-driven and dry – a refreshing drop, perfect with seafood or smørrebrød.
2025 Stonehaven Sauvignon Blanc, S.A. $13 / $60
Zesty and vibrant with lifted aromas of lime, green apple and passionfruit. Crisp and refreshing
2024 Yarran Chardonnay, Riverina, NSW $13 / $60
A fresh and fruit-drivenn Chardonnnay with notes of ripe peach, melon and a touch of oak. Clean and easy-drinking with a soft, creamy finish.
2024 Heidenreich Estate Chardonnay, Barossa, S.A. $14 / $65
Full-bodied and textured with stone fruit and subtle oak. Classic Aussie chardonnay done right.
2023 Gudilly Pinot Gris, Adelaide, S.A. $13 / $60
Elegant and rounded, with soft notes of pear, white blossom and spice.
2024 Poppelvej Æventyr Gequrztraminer, Adelaide, S.A. $80
Aromatic and exotic – lychee, rose petal, spice. Made inn Danish partnership with an adventurous edge.

Red wine


2024 Hare Raising Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, Victoria $14 / $65
Vibrant red berries and silky tannins. Light and juicy fit for a Danish meal.
2018 Sevita Shiraz, Heathcote, Victoria $13 / $60
Spicy, bold and earthy – a classic Heathcote Shiraz with power and polish.
2021 Margarey Lane Shiraz, Limestone Coast, S.A $13 / $60
A smooth, medium-bodied Shiraz with juicy plum, soft spice and a gentle oak character. Approachable and balanced, this is a crowd-pleaser for cooler nights and red meat dishes.
2020 Halley & Lex Cab Sauvignon, Margaret River, W.A. $75
Blackcurrant, cedar and fine tannin structure. Western Australia in a glass.
2020 Tenute Carlin de Paolo Barbera D’Asti, Piemonte, Italy $85
Old-world elegance with dark fruit and savoury herbs. Made for rich meals and cool weather.
2020 Poppelvej Shiraz, McLaren Vale, S.A. $85
Made for Denmark House, this small-batch Shiraz is bold, lush and perfectly balanced.
2014 Don’s Rondo, Skærsøgaard, Denmark $95
A rare Danish red wine with deep berry tones and subtle spice. Complex and truly on-of-a-kind
2014 Don’s Gold Top, Skærsøgaard, Denmark $95
Elegant and full-bodies. Rich red fruit layered with soft tannins and a smooth finish.
2011 Rosedale Heatcote II ‘Myola’ Bordeaux Blend, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria $110
Cellared and ready – this Bordeauz-style blend is complex, earthy & deep.
2020 Chateau Billerron Bouquey Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France $135
A classic Grand Cru from Bordeaux – plush, refined and built to impress

Dessert wine


Valdespino Pedro Ximenez, Jerez, Spain $10
Sticky, rich and luxurious. Notes of raisins, fig and toffee.
2016 Fighting Gully Rd Petit Manseng (375ml) $45
A unique dessert wine with honeyed notes, citrus and structure. Sweet but never cloying.

Nordic Bitters and Liqueurs


Heering Cherry Liqueur 1818 $10
A rich, full-bodied Danish cherry liqueur made with dark cherries and warm spices. 24%
Gammel Dansk Bitter 1964 $11
A Danish household staple. Crafted from 29 herbs and spices, it’s intensely aromatic with a warming bitterness – perfect on its own or in a morning “morgenbitter”. 38%
1 Enkelt Bitter 2001 $11
Balanced and easy-going. Flavours of anise and liquorice blend with a citrusy bitterness. A gentle way to enjoy a classic bitter. 35%
Bornholm Sevablødda 1909 $13
A vibrant cherry and spice liqueur named with Bornholm humour. Notes of cinnamon, clove, and tart cherry. A festive all-rounder. 40%
Bornholm Rubin Bitter $14
A slightly sweet, lightly bitter aperitif with soft herbal notes and red fruit character. Approachable and smooth. 32%
Bornholmer Bitter $13
Bold and warming, with cinnamon, rowan berry and deep herbal complexity. A traditional-style Danish bitter with soul. 38%
Helsinki Muteman Mutemaisteri $14
A Finnish herb liqueur made with 25 different botanicals. Complex, forest-like, and slightly sweet – a walk through Nordic wilderness in a glass. 35%

Nordic Spirits


Stauning Danish Høst WHISKY $16
Høst is a marriage between single malt and rye. Crafted from local grains, matured in American oak with touch of port wood. 40.5%
Stauning Danish Smoke WHISKY $16
Subtle notes of bonfire smoke, lemongrass, citrus, honey, roseship, tobacco, toasted nuts, vanilla and fresh herbs. 47%
Copenhagen Distillery DRY GIN $15
A bold Danish gin with juniper, dill, caraway, pink pepper, turmeric and angelica root. Herbaceous and spicy – distinctly Scandinavian. 45%
Copenhagen Distillery BAY LEAF GIN $16
Bay leaf leads the way, backed by angelica, allspice, cranberries and juniper. Softly savoury and warm, with hints of woodland and spice. 45%
Copenhagen Distillery ORANGE GIN $18
Aromatic and citrusy. Bitter orange peel, prune, cardamom and juniper create a deep and slightly sweet gin with wintery warmth. 45%
Bornholm Distillery GIN $16
A Danish London dry gin packed with Nordic botanicals: sea buckthorn, fig, gooseberries, lemon zest, lavender, mulberry leaf, and liquorice. Complex, coastal, and distinctly Bornholm. 40%
Helsinki barrel aged GIN $16
A premium Finnish gin matured in oak casks for several months. Deep and smooth, with gentle spice and vanilla from the wood. Best sipped neat. 50%

Non Alcoholic

Capi


Sparkling mineral water $4 pp
Ginger Beer (250ml) $7
Blood Orange (250ml) $7
Tonic (250ml) $7
Cola (250ml) $7

Soft Drinks


Lemon, Lime & Bitters $6
Soda, Lime & Bitters $6
Coca-Cola $7
Coke-Zero $7
Lemonade $7 
Orange juice $6
Apple juice $6 

Copenhagen Tea Company, Sparkling Tea

An elegant non alcoholic alternative to champagne
Blå – Jasmine, white tea, Darjeeling (750ml) $45
Lysegrøn – Sencha, green tea, citrus (750ml) $45

Mocktail


Lychee and Elderflower Spritz $12

Hot drinks

Coffee


Espresso based coffee – Single shot $6
Espresso based coffee – Double shot $8
Iced coffee $10
Danish plunger coffee $6

Matcha $7
Iced Matcha $9

Oat Milk +$1

Tea


English breakfast $6
Earl Grey $6
Peppermint $6
Lemongrass & ginger $6
Liqourice $6
Jasmine $6

Hot Chocolate


Classic hot chocolate $6