Skärgårdssnapsar Miniature Gift Set Organic Swedish Snaps 10x5 cl 36.2%

Ten bottles, ten coastal moods — this gift set gathers the Swedish archipelago's snaps traditions in miniature, from caraway to elderflower.

The Expert's Description

Skärgårdssnapsar Miniature is an organic Swedish snaps gift set bottled at 36.2% ABV.

The set is made by Saturnus, a family-owned distillery in Malmö founded in 1893, today Sweden's largest producer of spiced spirits. All the snaps are organic and made using locally grown ingredients wherever possible.

The ten miniature bottles are each named after a spot in the Swedish archipelago and spiced according to tradition: elderflower, St. John's wort, caraway, bog myrtle, blackcurrant, fennel, bitter orange, sorrel, anise and dill all appear across the set.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Varied, from floral elderflower to spiced caraway.

Palate

Ranges from citrus-fresh to herbally bitter, depending on the bottle.

Finish

Short to medium, always spiced.

Specifications

Name: Skärgårdssnapsar Miniature Gift Set
Distillery: Saturnus
Country: Sweden
Type: Snaps
ABV: 36.2%
Size: 10x5 CL
Number of bottles: 10
EAN: 7311180340910
Serving suggestion: Serve chilled with herring, crayfish or a Swedish Christmas smorgasbord

Flavour Profile

Elderflower · Caraway · Fennel · Herbs

Did You Know?

Saturnus has made snaps and mulled wine from the same address on Stortorget in Malmö since 1893, and is today run by the fifth generation of the same family.

Frequently Asked Questions about Skärgårdssnapsar Miniature Gift Set

How many different snaps are in the set?

The set contains ten miniature bottles, each with its own spice profile inspired by a spot in the Swedish archipelago.

Is the snaps organic?

Yes, all the snaps in the set are organic, and Saturnus uses locally grown ingredients wherever possible.

What spices are used?

The herbs include elderflower, St. John's wort, caraway, bog myrtle, fennel, bitter orange and dill, varying from bottle to bottle.

How should the snaps be served?

They're traditionally served chilled in small glasses, alongside herring, crayfish or a Swedish Christmas table.

Who makes Skärgårdssnapsar?

The set is produced by Saturnus, a family-owned distillery in Malmö that has made spiced spirits since 1893.

Does the set suit a particular occasion?

It works well for Midsummer, crayfish parties and the Christmas table, where different snaps are traditionally served.

Do all ten bottles taste the same?

No, each bottle has its own character, ranging from citrus-fresh to more herbally bitter styles.

Does the set make a good gift?

Yes, the format of ten miniature bottles makes it a natural gift for someone who wants to taste their way through several styles.