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Einar's Single Malt (Raven)
Single Malt — Denmark
Reviewed
June 21, 2024 (edited July 8, 2024)
The first-ever peated single malt from the Faroe Islands features the raven, a bird deeply embedded in Norse mythology. Notes of butterscotch, lemon peel and digestives reach my nose, complemented by nettles, sea salt and puffs of mineral peat smoke. Citrus fruits, peppermint and eucalyptus hit the palate before zesty, resinous and mildly peaty flavors start to intensify. It is very charismatic despite its youth. Grapefruit, tannins and a touch of brine push into the lasting finish. This Einar's captures the landscape and distinct climate of this remote location.
RATING: 3.7/5.0 stars ≙ 85 pts → ABOVE AVERAGE [+]
130.0
EUR
per
Bottle
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Some photos of Einar's Distillery and Faer Isles Distillery can be found here: https://1drv.ms/a/s!BDtazsK7kLzfhCGslmURpb26Npbw
There are two malt distilleries on the Faroe Islands, Einar's Distillery and Faer Isles Distillery. The latter started production in 2023 and will release its inaugural release in 2026. The new make is very promising, lightly peated and with a maritime touch. If there is one problem with Faroese whisky, it is price. 130 € for a 0.5 l bottle is very expensive even for someone like me who is used to Norwegian prices.
Additional information: Raven is the 16th release from Einar's Distillery, matured in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, bottled at 59.5% ABV (1161 bottles).