Braunstein and Friends Festival Edition 2014 Giftbox Peated Single Danish Malt Whisky 20 cl 42%

Braunstein and Friends is more than a product name. It is a snapshot of a collaboration from 2014 — a festival expression that is peated, compact and historic in the sense that it will never be repeated. 20 cl of peated Braunstein from a gathering that is long past.

Expert description

Braunstein and Friends Festival Edition 2014 Gift Set is a peated Danish Single Malt Whisky at 42%, bottled at 20 cl. The Festival Edition series from Braunstein Destilleri in Køge is released in connection with whisky festivals and is characterised by collaborative bottlings — hence "and Friends". The peated character comes from peated malt, which gives Braunstein's distillate a round, smoke-filled profile. 42% is an approachable strength that brings the smoke to the fore without overwhelming it.

Tasting notes

Nose

Round smoke and light oak. Sweet malt under the smoke with a hint of sea air and damp stone. Braunstein's characteristic balance is present — this is not aggressive smoke, but a soft and inviting version.

Palate

Light and approachable at 42%. Peated malt and soft smoke with sweetness from the oak maturation. Light spice and a touch of citrus.

Finish

Shorter but warm. The smoke lingers and gives way to sweet malt and a lightly salted finish.

Specifications

Name: Braunstein and Friends Festival Edition 2014 Gift Set
Distillery: Braunstein Destilleri
Region/Country: Denmark, Køge
Type: Danish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 42%
Size: 20 CL
Cask type: Peated malt
Edition: Festival Edition 2014

Flavour profile

Peated · Peated Malt · Light Smoke · Festival Edition · 2014

Did you know?

Braunstein are pioneers in peated Danish whiskies — the peated style was not an afterthought but a deliberate and early priority that has helped Braunstein differentiate itself from other Danish distilleries since they began in 2005.

Frequently asked questions about Braunstein and Friends Festival Edition 2014

What is the Festival Edition?

Festival Edition is Braunstein's series of whiskies released for whisky festivals and seasonal events. They are typically collaborative bottlings — "and Friends" indicates it was made in collaboration with other whisky people. Festival Edition 2014 is a bottling from 2014 that is now discontinued.

What does "peated" mean?

Peated means the malt was dried over a peat fire, which gives off smoke. The smoke settles into the malt and is carried over into the distillate. The result is a whisky with a more or less pronounced smoky character. Braunstein's peated expressions are characterised by a softer, rounder smoke than, for example, the Islay style.

Is Festival Edition 2014 discontinued?

Yes. Festival Edition 2014 is a limited expression from Braunstein that was bottled long ago and is not reproduced. It is a historic snapshot of Braunstein's production from that year, and what is available now is what remains.

Is peated whisky suitable for beginners?

Braunstein's Festival Edition 2014 at 42% with a relatively soft peat profile is one of the more approachable peated expressions. It is not overwhelmingly smoky. Beginners curious about peated whisky will find this at the accessible end of the spectrum.

What pairs with peated whisky?

Peated whisky pairs well with salty food: smoked salmon, oysters, strong cheeses and dark chocolate. The smoke also works as a contrast to sweet desserts. Braunstein's rounder peat style is versatile and works in many settings.

Is the 20 cl format good for tasting?

Yes — 20 cl is ideal for exploring an expression you don't know, or for a comparison with other peated expressions. It is an effective way to experience Braunstein's festival bottling without committing to a full bottle.