Stauning KAOS September 2018 Dansk Single Malt Whisky 47,1%

September 2018 – and Stauning sends out another KAOS edition. This time slightly more spiced than the June edition, with a more pronounced oak note.

Expert description

Stauning KAOS September 2018 is a Danish Single Malt Whisky bottled at 47.1% in Stauning's KAOS series. A blend of malted grain types gives the characteristic complexity, and each batch reflects the specific composition from this particular bottling. Non-chill filtered with natural colour.

KAOS September 2018 differs from the June edition of the same year with a slightly higher ABV and a bit more oak and spice. Stauning uses each batch as an opportunity to experiment with grain composition and maturation time.

Tasting notes

Nose

Peach and apricot with slightly more oak than earlier editions. Honey and light blossom in the background.

Palate

Creamy malt core with fruit sweetness. Slightly more structure and spice than the June edition. Elegant.

Finish

Moderately long with sweetness and light oak. Clean and pleasant.

Specifications

Name: Stauning KAOS September 2018
Distillery: Stauning Whisky
Region/Country: Jutland, Denmark
Type: Danish Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 47.1%
Size: 50 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Bottled: September 2018

Flavour profile

Fruity · Creamy · Spiced · Rare · Vintage

Did you know?

In 2018 Stauning released KAOS three times – in June, September and December. All three batches differ slightly in profile, ABV and composition, even though they were produced in the same year.

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Frequently asked questions about Stauning KAOS September 2018

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 September 2018 rare?

Yes. KAOS is released in limited batches only a few times a year. The September 2018 edition has not been re-released and the number of bottles is limited.

What sets September 2018 apart from June 2018?

The September 2018 edition has a slightly higher ABV (47.1% vs. 46.8%) and a touch more oak and spice. It reflects the specific grain composition and maturation conditions for this particular batch.

Is Stauning KAOS September 2018 worth it?

KAOS September 2018 is a limited vintage edition from Stauning's most complex series. Not re-released and with a naturally limited number of bottles.

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.