Stauning Miniature RYE Danish Rye Whisky 5 cl 48%

Out on the west coast, where the rye stands thick and the wind doesn't care who's in the way, grain goes straight to whisky with no detours. Here it comes in a small 5 cl bottle, ready to open, pour and let the smell of fresh rye bread fill the room.

Expert's Description

Stauning R.Y.E. Miniature is a Danish Rye Whisky matured in new American oak casks and bottled at 48% in a 5 cl bottle.

This is Stauning's R.Y.E. in miniature form, the rye whisky the West Jutland distillery has built its name on. Rye has been grown in Denmark for more than 2,000 years, and here it gets to be the star: Danish rye and barley, both floor-malted at the distillery itself. The spirit runs twice through Stauning's 24 small pot stills, which are heated by open fire. It's an old-fashioned and awkward way of doing things, but it gives the whisky a toasted, lightly caramelised side. It then spends three to four years in new American oak casks, and the oak adds vanilla and a peppery edge on top of the rye's spicy character. The whisky is non-chill filtered and natural in colour, so a little sediment can show up in the bottle.

Stauning was started in 2005 by nine founders, and the first bottles reached the market in 2011. R.Y.E. has won gold at IWSC 2024, among other medals. 5 cl is enough for one proper dram, or two small tastings if you're sharing.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh rye bread straight away, then wine gums and a touch of pepper.

Palate

Dried fruit and ripe cherries, held up by peppery oak. Vanilla and citrus peel soften things along the way.

Finish

Peppery at first, then long, fruity and gently sweet.

Specifications

Name: Stauning R.Y.E. Miniature Danish Rye Whisky 5 cl
Distillery: Stauning
Region/Country: Denmark, Western Jutland
Type: Danish Rye Whisky
ABV: 48%
Size: 5 CL
Cask Type: New American Oak Casks
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Distillation Method: Double distilled in Pot Stills heated by direct fire
EAN: 5744002861355

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Fruity · Vanilla · Peppery

Did You Know?

The fire under Stauning's stills can reach around 650 degrees. That fierce heat is what gives the rye whisky its toasted, almost caramelised notes, and it's a technique most distilleries dropped long ago.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stauning R.Y.E. 5 cl

What does Stauning R.Y.E. taste like?

Fresh rye bread, wine gums and pepper on the nose, then dried fruit, ripe cherries and peppery oak on the palate. Vanilla and citrus peel soften it, and the finish is long, fruity and slightly sweet.

How old is Stauning R.Y.E.?

There's no age statement on the bottle, but Stauning says the whisky has spent three to four years in new American oak casks. New casks mature spirit quickly, which gives a fresh, spicy whisky where the rye still takes centre stage.

How much is in a Stauning R.Y.E. miniature?

There's 5 cl, which is one generous dram or two small tastings. That's enough to try it both neat and with a few drops of water, without committing to a full bottle.

How should you drink Stauning R.Y.E.?

Try it neat first, then add a few drops of water if you want the rye bread and fruit to come forward. It also works in classic rye cocktails such as a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned, where the rye's spicy edge carries the drink.

Which glass suits Stauning R.Y.E. best?

A narrow whisky glass such as a Glencairn glass gathers the rye bread and cherry aromas best. See our range of whisky glasses.

What's the difference between Danish rye whisky and American rye?

Stauning uses both malted rye and malted barley, floor-malted at the distillery, while American rye is usually made from unmalted rye. That makes Stauning R.Y.E. softer and fruitier, with a clear rye bread character.

Is Stauning R.Y.E. 5 cl a good gift?

Yes, if the person wants to try Danish whisky without committing to a full bottle. The miniature also sits nicely next to another miniature such as Stauning HØST for a small tasting at home.