Brøndum Danish Aquavit 70 cl 40%

Caraway and liquorice on the nose, a mild bitterness on the finish - this is how Brøndum's classic snaps has tasted since Denmark first found its own voice in the akvavit glass.

The Expert's Description

Brøndum Dansk Snaps is a Danish akvavit at 40% ABV, crystal clear in the glass and built around classic caraway spice.

The snaps carries the name of Brøndum, the brand historically regarded as Denmark's oldest, founded by Anthon Brøndum in Copenhagen in 1840. This bottling is the house's classic original recipe - pure and crystal clear, both in colour and in taste, letting caraway stand out clearly without added sweetness or cask influence.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Light and dry, spicy aroma of caraway with a touch of liquorice.

Palate

Mild and balanced flavour of caraway and clove, clean and without added sweetness.

Finish

Short and slightly bitter, leaving the palate dry and clean.

Specifications

Name: Brøndum Dansk Snaps
Distillery: Brøndum
Country: Denmark
Type: Akvavit
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Enjoy ice cold with pickled herring and the Danish lunch table

Flavour Profile

Caraway · Liquorice · Clove · Clean

Did You Know?

When the Arcus group acquired Aalborg Akvavit in 2012, competition authorities required Brøndum to be sold off to prevent one company from dominating the Danish akvavit market - the brand now belongs to Galatea.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brøndum's Dansk Snaps

What defines Brøndum Dansk Snaps?

It's a crystal clear caraway akvavit with a clean, mild flavour and a slightly bitter finish.

How strong is this akvavit?

It has an ABV of 40%, the classic strength for Danish snaps.

Is Brøndum Dansk Snaps sweet?

No, it's clean and unsweetened, unlike several spiced snaps variants.

How is it best served?

Serve it as cold as possible in a small snaps glass, ideally with herring or other classic lunch dishes.

What's the difference between this and Brøndum Klar?

This bottling has a more pronounced caraway flavour, while Klar is milder and designed as a base for homemade spiced snaps.

How old is Brøndum as a brand?

Brøndum was founded in 1840 and is regarded as Denmark's oldest surviving snaps brand.

Does this akvavit suit a Christmas lunch?

Yes, the classic caraway flavour is a natural choice for both Christmas and Easter lunch.

Can this akvavit be used in cooking?

It can add character to herring marinades or sauces where a touch of caraway fits well.