Spirit of Hven Landskrona Swedish Aquavit 50 cl 41,8%

Elderflower and citrus on the nose, wormwood and fennel in the finish, and a town across the water lending its name. Landskrona is the akvavit that ties Hven to the mainland.

The Expert's Description

Spirit of Hven Landskrona Swedish Akvavit is a Swedish akvavit from Spirit of Hven, 41.8% alcohol.

This akvavit pays tribute both to the old Scandinavian schnapps tradition and to the town of Landskrona, which Hven has administratively belonged to since 1959. It is distilled from locally grown plants wherever possible, and finished with maturation in oak casks, giving the spirit a smoothness it would not otherwise have.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh scent of elderflower and citrus, with a mature aroma of caraway and forest floor. Beneath that, anise and fennel appear, balanced by the spiced sharpness of wormwood, while the oak maturation ties the light and heavy notes together.

Palate

Round yet distinct in character. Even without added sugar, the akvavit feels smooth and gentle thanks to the oak maturation. The acidity is clear but not dominant, while the bitterness brings a light warmth and dryness towards the end.

Finish

Long, full and smooth.

Specifications

Name: Landskrona Swedish Akvavit
Distillery: Spirit of Hven
Country: Sweden
Type: Swedish Akvavit, oak-matured
ABV: 41.8%
Size: 50 CL
EAN: 7350044859304
Serving suggestion: Enjoy ice-cold on its own, or shaken with elderflower cordial and lemon for a refreshing cocktail.

Flavour Profile

Elderflower · Caraway · Fennel · Wormwood

Did You Know?

The island of Hven has administratively belonged to the Swedish municipality of Landskrona since 1959, even though the island sits closer to the Danish coast and was historically under Danish rule, making the name a tribute to that very connection.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Spirit of Hven Landskrona Akvavit

How is Landskrona Akvavit best served?

Ice-cold on its own, or shaken with elderflower cordial, lemon and soda for a refreshing long drink.

Why is it called Landskrona?

The island of Hven has administratively belonged to the Swedish town of Landskrona since 1959, and the name is a tribute to that connection.

Where is Landskrona Akvavit distilled?

On the island of Hven in the Öresund, where Spirit of Hven has run its family-owned distillery since 2008.

What food pairs well with this aquavit?

It works well both as an aperitif on its own and shaken into cocktails with elderflower and citrus.

Is this aquavit cask-matured?

Yes, it finishes maturing in oak casks, which gives it a smoothness without any added sugar.

How does Landskrona differ from Erik's and Knut's?

Landskrona has a fresher, more botanical profile with elderflower and wormwood, while Erik's and Knut's are more classically caraway and dill-led.

Which botanicals are used in the recipe?

Among others elderflower, caraway, anise, fennel and wormwood, grown locally wherever possible.

How should the bottle be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, which keeps the botanical aromas intact for longer.