Weekend Drink: The Shipwreck Cocktail for Eurovision Final

Dagens Nyheter lifestyle columnist Elin Peters presents a themed cocktail recipe titled 'Shipwreck' to coincide with the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest final in Vienna. The article contextualizes the drink choice within the current political tensions surrounding the 70th anniversary of the competition. Originally established as a post-WWII peace project, this year's event has faced significant discord, with several countries withdrawing in protest against Israel's participation. Peters metaphorically describes the fractured state of the contest as an old schooner taking on water, prompting the nautical-themed beverage suggestion. The recipe features a mix of bourbon, dark rum, fresh lime juice, sugar syrup, mint leaves, and bitters, served over crushed ice. While the weekend is primarily focused on music and the cultural spectacle of Eurovision, the article blends culinary advice with commentary on the geopolitical strains affecting the European Broadcasting Union's flagship event. The piece serves as both a lifestyle guide for readers hosting viewing parties and a brief reflection on the challenges facing the long-standing tradition.