Stauning KAOS 2016 Dansk Single Malt Whisky 46,5%

Stauning KAOS is the opposite of the system – a multi-malt whisky that blends grain types instead of keeping to one. The 2016 edition is one of the earliest releases and sets the standard for the series.

Expert description

Stauning KAOS 2016 is a Danish Single Malt Whisky bottled at 46.5% and made from a blend of malted grain types. Distilled 2011-2013 and released in February 2016. KAOS is Stauning's most complex expression – a counterpoint to the peated single malts, characterised by fruity, creamy notes and elegant complexity. The bottling is non-chill filtered.

Stauning Whisky opened in 2005 in Skjern and has since earned international recognition for its floor malting and copper pot distillation of Danish grain. KAOS represents the experimental side of the distillery – each batch is a new composition.

Tasting notes

Nose

Fruity and creamy with apricot jam, vanilla and a hint of citrus. A light oak note in the background.

Palate

Full and smooth. Peach, honey and caramel with a spiced oak finish. Well balanced.

Finish

Medium long and pleasant with sweetness and light wood. Clean ending.

Specifications

Name: Stauning KAOS 2016
Distillery: Stauning Whisky
Region/Country: Jutland, Denmark
Type: Danish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 46.5%
Size: 50 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Distilled: 2011-2013
Bottled: February 2016

Flavour profile

Fruity · Creamy · Vanilla · Complex · Rare

Did you know?

The KAOS name is not accidental: it refers to the chaotic blend of grain types used in distillation. Stauning deliberately experiments with the composition from batch to batch, so no two editions are identical.

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Frequently asked questions about Stauning KAOS 2016

What is Stauning KAOS?

Stauning KAOS is the distillery's most complex expression – a multi-malt whisky made from a blend of malted grain types. This produces a fruity, creamy and nuanced profile that sets it apart from the peated expressions.

Is Stauning KAOS 2016 rare?

Yes. KAOS is released in limited batches only a few times a year. The 2016 edition has not been re-released and the number of bottles is limited.

What is the distillation period for KAOS 2016?

KAOS 2016 was distilled over the period 2011-2013 and bottled in February 2016. The varying distillation period adds a complexity that is reflected in the broad aromatic palette.

Is Stauning KAOS 2016 worth it?

KAOS 2016 is an early edition of one of Stauning's most loved series – not re-released and with a limited number of bottles. For collectors focused on vintage Stauning it has clear appeal.

Can Stauning KAOS be used in cocktails?

Yes. The creamy and fruity profile works well in a whisky sour, Old Fashioned or Highland Highball. Avoid heavy modifications – let the whisky's complexity come through.

What is Stauning's core distillation process?

Stauning floor-malts all grain in-house, distils in copper pot stills and works exclusively with Danish grain. This gives a character clearly different from Scottish or Irish whiskies of comparable style.