THE CURIOUS
WINTER SIPPER
The perfect celebratory spirit for those long winter months, Krogstad Gamle Aquavit is our aged expression of a traditional Scandinavian spirit, steeped with the flavors of star anise and caraway.
Aged to perfection in premium used French oak wine barrels that impart a toasted nut flavor to the well-balanced, spiced spirit.
THE DETAILS
Distilled and bottled in Portland, Oregon
Aged for 10-12 months in used pinot noir barrels
92 Rating (Exceptional), Beverage Tasting Institute
The up front nose is anise and then gives way to rye bread and caraway
The light toast of the barrels mellow out the spiciness of the aquavit and impart earthy toasted nut flavors that act as a backdrop to the spirit.
The natural oil character of the Gamle lends a subtle sweetness to the finish
ABOUT AQUAVIT
Aquavit is a centuries-old Nordic spirit, distilled from grain or potato and flavored with caraway and possibly other natural botanicals. Big and bold, with plenty of anise, licorice and caraway on the nose and palate, plus hints of fennel, black pepper and cinnamon zing on the spicy, mouthwatering finish.