It has grown late, the plates stand empty, but the table refuses to let go. Aalborg Krone belongs to that hour when midnight snacks appear, and a glass touched by citrus and spice rounds the evening off in style.
The Expert's Description
Aalborg Krone Akvavit is a golden Danish akvavit at 40% ABV, launched in 1990 and one of the younger classics in the Aalborg range.
It is made from a distillate of dill, caraway seeds and lemon peel, refined with extract of American white oak. That combination gives a nuanced taste with a wide spectrum of spice.
The result is an akvavit where citrus, licorice, wood, cardamom and allspice all play together, finished off by a discreet hint of black pepper in the aftertaste.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The aroma opens with lemon peel and a spiced warmth, with cardamom and allspice sensed in the background.
Palate
The palate is nuanced and full-bodied with notes of licorice, wood and spice, carried by the characteristic citrus tone.
Finish
The finish closes with a discreet hint of black pepper, giving a spiced, dry conclusion.
Specifications
Name: Aalborg Krone Danish Akvavit
Distillery: Aalborg Akvavit
Country: Denmark
Type: Spiced akvavit with lemon peel
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve at 7-21°C
EAN: 7048352058105
Flavour Profile
Lemon peel · Cardamom · Licorice · Black pepper
Did You Know?
Aalborg Krone Akvavit was launched as late as 1990, making it one of the younger classics in the Aalborg family compared with Taffel, which dates to 1846.
