Aalborg Dild Danish Aquavit 70 cl 38%

A dew-soaked dill patch on an early summer morning, a slice of rye bread with shrimp and a spoonful of mayonnaise. Aalborg Dild bottles that whole picture into a single glass - green, fresh and ready to pour beside the seafood platter.

The Expert's Description

Aalborg Dild Akvavit is a Danish akvavit at 38% ABV, made from a distillate of fresh green dill herb along with dill and lemon peel.

The spirit was originally launched in a 50cl bottle, created because Danish akvavit lacked a variant built specifically for fish and shellfish. Its success led to a 2010 relaunch in the classic 70cl Aalborg bottle.

Where many other akvavits lean on caraway, Aalborg Dild is built around the fresh, herbal taste of dill, rounded off with a touch of citrus that gives it extra lightness.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The aroma immediately conjures dew-fresh green dill, rounded off with a touch of citrus.

Palate

The palate is mild and spiced with clear dill upfront, carried by a light tartness from the lemon peel.

Finish

The finish carries discreet hints of anise, giving a light, herbal close.

Specifications

Name: Aalborg Dild Danish Akvavit
Distillery: Aalborg Akvavit
Country: Denmark
Type: Dill-spiced akvavit
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled in a snaps glass, 7-21°C
EAN: 5700359304846

Flavour Profile

Dill · Lemon peel · Anise · Herbal

Did You Know?

Aalborg Dild Akvavit was originally launched in a 50cl bottle before it took on its current format in the classic 70cl Aalborg bottle in 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aalborg Dild Danish Akvavit

What food pairs best with Aalborg Dild?

It is built for fish and shellfish of all kinds, hot or cold - a classic pairing is an open sandwich with egg and shrimp.

Does Aalborg Dild taste of caraway?

No, unlike many other akvavits in the range it is built around dill and citrus rather than caraway.

Can Aalborg Dild be used in cocktails?

Yes, outside Denmark it is popular in fresh cocktails, where its herbal, citrus-led character really shines.

How is Aalborg Dild traditionally served?

In Denmark it is typically served chilled in a snaps glass alongside a herring spread or seafood platter.

Why was Aalborg Dild created?

Until the turn of the millennium, Danish akvavit lacked a variant made specifically for fish and shellfish, and Aalborg Dild filled that gap.

What does the aroma of Aalborg Dild offer?

The nose is dominantly green and fresh, with a clear note of just-picked dill and a hint of citrus.

Is Aalborg Dild a mild akvavit?

Yes, it is classed as mildly spiced and is generally seen as one of the more approachable akvavits in the range.

Does Aalborg Dild suit a summer lunch?

Yes, its fresh, herbal character makes it a natural choice for light summer dishes built around fish and shellfish.