Åhus Akvavit
Aquavit
Sweden
Åhus Akvavit is made in an historic Swedish distillery that’s been in operation since 1906.
Its recipe uses botanicals that are sourced locally and from far-flung places, including caraway, fennel, lemon, Seville orange peels and rosemary.
Åhus Akvavit is made in an historic Swedish distillery that’s been in operation since 1906. Its recipe uses botanicals that are sourced locally and from far-flung places, including caraway, fennel, lemon, Seville orange peels and rosemary. Each botanical is individually macerated and then distilled, before being blended into the final product and bottled at 38% ABV.
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AquavitAquavit (aka akvavit) is a predominantly caraway and/or dill flavored spirit made using a neutral spirit base distilled from potatoes or grain. Other botanicals can be used and it can be aged, but neither are required. Traditionally made in Scandinavia, but can be produced anywhere.
Tasting Notes
"This Swedish aquavit is a touch sweet on the nose, with an aroma highly reminiscent of candy coated coriander seeds. On the palate, however, in place of sweetness is a bold punch of spice. Prominent notes include caraway, lemon rind and a touch of bitter herb oil."