Fary Lochan Danish Porsesnaps 50 cl 36%

Along Denmark's windswept west coast, bog myrtle grows wild among the dunes and heather, its scent resinous and sharply green. Fary Lochan bottled that raw Danish plant exactly as it is, with nothing added to soften it.

The Expert's Description

Fary Lochan Danish Porsesnaps is a Danish snaps from the distillery in Farre near Give, bottled at 36% ABV.

Bog myrtle, known in Danish as pors, is a wild shrub that grows on heathland and among the dunes along Jutland's west coast. Fary Lochan uses only fresh bog myrtle in this snaps – no extracts, no extra spices – letting the raw ingredient speak for itself.

The result stands apart from several of the distillery's other snaps in its simplicity. Fary Lochan itself recommends using this Porsesnaps in a cocktail, where raspberry and liquorice pair well with bog myrtle's spiced character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Green and resinous, with a hint of pine and wild heather carried by bog myrtle's faintly camphor-like aroma.

Palate

Clean and direct, with bog myrtle's bitter, spiced character in front and a soft undercurrent of sweetness from the grain spirit.

Finish

Dry and herbal, with a lingering spice reminiscent of juniper and windswept heath.

Specifications

Name: Fary Lochan Danish Porsesnaps
Distillery: Fary Lochan
Country: Denmark
Type: Snaps
ABV: 36%
Size: 50 CL
EAN: 5714713000367
Serving suggestion: Best enjoyed at room temperature, on a lunch table or in a cocktail with raspberry and liquorice.

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Resinous · Bitter-herbal · Clean

Did You Know?

Bog myrtle, also called sweet gale, is one of the few Danish wild plants still used commercially to flavour alcohol – it was traditionally used to season beer long before hops became common in Denmark.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fary Lochan Danish Porsesnaps

What is bog myrtle?

Bog myrtle, known in Danish as pors, is a wild shrub growing on heathland and dunes along Jutland's west coast. It has a spiced, resinous aroma and was traditionally used to flavour beer and snaps.

How does Porsesnaps differ from Fary Lochan's other snaps?

While many of the distillery's snaps combine several ingredients, this one is made from fresh bog myrtle alone, giving it a cleaner, more direct flavour.

Can Porsesnaps be used in cocktails?

Yes, Fary Lochan recommends pairing it with raspberry and liquorice, which complement bog myrtle's spiced character well.

What food pairs well with Porsesnaps?

It suits any lunch table, especially rich or salty dishes like pickled herring or cured sausage.

Where is the snaps distilled?

At Fary Lochan's distillery in the village of Farre near Give in central Jutland.

Does it contain added colouring or sugar?

No, Fary Lochan uses only fresh bog myrtle with no artificial additives.

Who founded Fary Lochan?

The distillery was founded in December 2009 by Jens-Erik Jørgensen, who dreamed of creating a Danish whisky distillery with its own character.

How should the bottle be stored?

Standing upright in a dark place, so the aromas from the fresh bog myrtle keep best.