Brøndums Snaps Solbær & Urter Danish Aquavit 50 cl 30%

Dark blackcurrants, a touch of green herbs and a purple label that looks nothing like the old snaps bottles. Brøndum's is opening the door to a new generation of snaps drinkers without letting go of the Danish tradition.

Expert description

Brøndums Snaps Solbær & Urter is a Danish spiced snaps made with blackcurrant and herbs, bottled at 30% ABV and made only from natural ingredients.

It is the newest member of the Brøndum's snaps family, which already counts the original caraway snaps, Klar, Apple & Thyme and Rhubarb & Ginger.

The recipe follows Danish snaps tradition but takes its twist from the berries. The flavour is built around blackcurrant rather than caraway, which makes it softer and rounder than a classic aquavit. The herbs stay in the background and give the fruit some depth, so the sweetness never turns flat.

At 30% it is lighter than the classic 40% snaps. Serve it lightly chilled with Danish open sandwiches or as an aperitif, use it as a base for drinks, or just pour it over ice.

Tasting notes

Nose

Blackcurrant and dark berries up front, green herbs behind and a light spicy edge. A soft sweetness sits underneath.

Palate

Round and fruity with blackcurrant at the centre. The herbs keep the berries in check and add some structure, so it never gets syrupy.

Finish

Smooth and fairly fresh. Blackcurrant, herbs and a faint spiciness linger for a while.

Specifications

Name: Brøndums Snaps Solbær & Urter
Distillery: Brøndum's
Region/Country: Denmark
Type: Danish Spiced Snaps
ABV: 30%
Size: 50 CL
EAN no.: 7330755127077
Serving suggestion: Enjoy lightly chilled with Danish open sandwiches or as an aperitif. Also works as a base for drinks or simply over ice.

Flavour profile

Fruity · Blackcurrant · Herbal · Mild · Round

Did you know?

The brand goes back to 1840, when Anthon Brøndum started his distillery in Snaregade in Copenhagen. The caraway snaps from that day is still the oldest snaps in Denmark that is made today.

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Frequently asked questions about Brøndums Snaps Solbær & Urter

What does Brøndums Snaps Solbær & Urter taste like?

It tastes mostly of blackcurrant, mild and round. The herbs sit in the background and add depth, and the sweetness from the berries is gentle rather than heavy. There is no strong caraway like in a classic aquavit.

How do you serve Brøndums Solbær & Urter?

Lightly chilled, as the label recommends. It should not be ice cold, because that mutes the berries a little. Pour it in a small snaps glass, or in a larger glass over ice if you prefer to sip it.

What food goes with blackcurrant snaps?

Classic Danish open sandwiches are the obvious choice. The berry sweetness works well against salt and fat, for example with herring or liver pâté. It also stands on its own as an aperitif before the meal.

Can you use Brøndums Solbær & Urter in cocktails?

Yes, the producer itself points to drinks as a good use. Try it with ice and a splash of tonic water for a light, fruity long drink where the blackcurrant still comes through.

How is Solbær & Urter different from the original Brøndum's snaps?

The original is a strong caraway snaps at 40%, spiced with among other things clove, sherry and raw malt. Solbær & Urter is built around berries and herbs at 30%, so it is softer and more fruity.

Why can the colour of the snaps vary?

Because it is made only from natural ingredients. The label itself says the raw materials can cause variation in colour, so two bottles may look slightly different.