Spirit of Hven Knuts Danish Aquavit 50 cl 43,6%

Dill leading ahead of caraway and citrus, in a style borrowed from the other side of the Öresund. Knut's Akvavit honours a sainted duke whose memory is still celebrated in guilds today.

The Expert's Description

Spirit of Hven Knut's Danish Akvavit is a Danish-style akvavit from Spirit of Hven, 43.6% alcohol.

This akvavit is a tribute to Knut Lavard, whose memory still lives on in the region's old Knutsgilder guilds, which historically functioned as both a financial network and a social safety net, and which are still celebrated with feasting and joy today. With its Danish-inspired style and a somewhat higher strength, Knut's stands apart from the other editions in the Hven Akvavit Collection.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Spicy aroma with hints of dill, citrus, caraway and fennel.

Palate

Spicy taste of caraway, citrus and fennel, with dill stepping forward as the clear, dominant note.

Finish

Full-bodied and spiced, with the extra strength adding weight.

Specifications

Name: Knut's Danish Akvavit
Distillery: Spirit of Hven
Country: Sweden
Type: Danish-style Akvavit
ABV: 43.6%
Size: 50 CL
Serving suggestion: Serve ice-cold with a Danish lunch, a natural partner for herring and cold cuts.

Flavour Profile

Dill · Caraway · Fennel · Citrus

Did You Know?

The Knutsgilder guilds, named after Knut Lavard, historically served both as a form of social insurance for members' widows and children and as local defence societies that trained regularly in shooting, and they are still celebrated today.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Spirit of Hven Knut's Akvavit

How is Knut's Akvavit best served?

Ice-cold in a small schnapps glass, ideally with herring, cold cuts and other classic lunch dishes.

Who was Knut Lavard?

A Danish duke who was canonised as a saint after his death, and whose memory lives on in the region's old Knutsgilder guilds, still celebrated today.

Where is Knut's Akvavit distilled?

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

Why is it called Danish-style if the distillery is in Sweden?

Hven lies close to the Danish coast and was historically under Danish rule, which is reflected in the akvavit's dill-led, Danish-inspired style.

How strong is this aquavit?

At 43.6% alcohol, it is the strongest in the Hven Akvavit Collection.

How does Knut's differ from Erik's Akvavit?

Knut's is dill-led, while Erik's has a more prominent caraway character.

Can this aquavit be used in cocktails?

Yes, it works well shaken with citrus or as the base for a classic aquavit sour.

How should the bottle be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, which keeps the spices' freshness intact for longer.