Anise, caraway and fennel have accompanied Swedish tables since 1891. In this edition, the classic spices are joined by oak and sherry, laying a warm, dark layer over the familiar snaps.
The Expert's Description
O.P. Anderson Extra Oak Barrel Matured is a Swedish snaps bottled at 40% ABV.
O.P. Anderson is Sweden's oldest and best-selling aquavit brand, founded in 1891 by Carl August Anderson and named after his father, Olof Peter Anderson. The brand is now owned by the spirits group Anora and has been produced since 2018 at O.P. Anderson's own distillery in Sundsvall. The Extra edition builds on the house's classic spice profile of anise, caraway and fennel, adding an extra layer of character from malt whisky and oloroso sherry.
The snaps is matured for six months in large oak casks, which softens the strong anise, caraway and fennel notes and adds hints of sherry, dried fruit and a touch of smoke. The result is a rounder, more complex snaps with a long finish.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Caraway and fennel mingle with sherry-like notes of dried fruit and a hint of oak.
Palate
Full-bodied with spiced notes of caraway, vanilla and dark fruit, plus a touch of smoke.
Finish
Long and complex, with lingering warmth from the spices and a light smoky impression.
Specifications
Name: O.P. Anderson Extra Oak Barrel Matured Snaps
Distillery: O.P. Anderson
Country: Sweden
Type: Snaps
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled with the Swedish smorgasbord, smoked salmon, herring or aged cheeses.
Flavour Profile
Caraway · Fennel · Sherry · Oak
Did You Know?
O.P. Anderson was first presented at the industrial exhibition in Gothenburg in 1891 and has since become one of Sweden's most recognisable snaps brands.
