Akvavit
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thumb|A bottle of "O.P. Anderson", a Swedish akvavit.
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thumb|A bottle of "O.P. Anderson", a Swedish akvavit.
Akvavit or aquavit () is a distilled spirit that is principally produced in Scandinavia, where it has been produced since the 15th century. Akvavit is distilled from grain or potatoes and is flavoured with a variety of spices and herbs. It is also popular in Northern Germany.