Nordisk Brænderi Fish & Shellfish Snaps 35 cl 41,5%

On the coast of Jammerbugten, where sky and sea meet, a schnapps is distilled for the fish table — spiced with star anise, orange and a hint of fir.

The Expert's Description

Nordisk Brænderi Fisk & Skaldyr Snaps is a Danish schnapps at 41.5% ABV from Nordisk Brænderi.

The microdistillery is sheltered by Jammerbugten in North Jutland, where hand-picked herbs and selected ingredients are turned into quality spirits. This schnapps is spiced with star anise, orange peel and fir needles, a combination created to accompany fish and seafood. The schnapps was named Christmas Schnapps of the Year in 2011, a recognition that still shapes its reputation as a fixture on the Danish Christmas table.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Star anise and orange peel lead, with a fresh touch of fir needles in the background.

Palate

Lightly sweet and aromatic with clear anise, supported by citrus and a light resinous undertone.

Finish

Fresh and medium-length, with lingering notes of anise and fir.

Specifications

Name: Nordisk Brænderi Fisk & Skaldyr Snaps
Distillery: Nordisk Brænderi
Country: Denmark
Type: Schnapps
ABV: 41.5%
Size: 35 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled with fish and seafood

Flavour Profile

Star Anise · Orange · Fir · Freshness

Did You Know?

The schnapps was named Christmas Schnapps of the Year as early as 2011 and has since been a staple choice for the Danish fish table.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nordisk Brænderi Fisk & Skaldyr Snaps

What is Nordisk Brænderi Fisk & Skaldyr Snaps?

It's a Danish schnapps at 41.5% ABV, spiced with star anise, orange peel and fir needles, made for the fish table.

Where is the schnapps produced?

It's distilled by Nordisk Brænderi, a microdistillery sheltered by Jammerbugten in North Jutland.

What does the schnapps taste like?

It's lightly sweet with clear anise, citrus freshness from orange peel and a light resinous note from the fir needles.

What food pairs with the schnapps?

It's made for fish and seafood, but also works well with the wider Christmas table.

Has the schnapps won any awards?

Yes, it was named Christmas Schnapps of the Year in 2011.

How should the schnapps be served?

It's best enjoyed ice-cold in a small schnapps glass.

Is this a Christmas schnapps?

Yes, it's especially popular around Christmas, but suits fish dishes year-round.

Is Nordisk Brænderi a small distillery?

Yes, it's a microdistillery working with hand-picked herbs and selected ingredients in small batches.