Stauning Private Cask Whisky.dk 5 years old 2011/2017 Danish Malted Rye Whisky 57,5%

A Private Cask is one cask, one decision and one chance. Whisky.dk chose malted rye whisky from Stauning – and five years later this came out of the barrel at cask strength 57.5%.

Expert description

Stauning Private Cask Whisky.dk 5 Year 2011/2017 is a Danish Malted Rye Whisky bottled at cask strength 57.5%. This Private Cask was commissioned and owned by Whisky.dk – a single cask from Stauning's distillery, selected, matured and bottled exclusively for our shelves. Malted rye differs from Stauning's standard rye by using 100% malted rye grain, resulting in a softer, sweeter and more complex profile with rye's characteristic spiced fruitiness. Distilled in 2011 and bottled five years later in 2017, this is a unique bottle that cannot be replicated.

Tasting notes

Nose

Spiced rye, green fruit and vanilla. A hint of cardamom and honey beneath the characteristic rye edge.

Palate

Full-bodied and spiced with rye bread, gentle sweetness and dark fruit. Pepper notes arrive mid-palate and persist.

Finish

Medium to long with dry rye spices and a warm finish. Clear, clean rye character throughout.

Specifications

Name: Stauning Private Cask Whisky.dk 5 Year 2011/2017
Distillery: Stauning
Region/Country: Jutland, Denmark
Type: Danish Malted Rye Whisky
Age: 5 years
ABV: 57.5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask strength: Yes
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2011
Bottled: 2017
Edition: Whisky.dk Private Cask

Flavour profile

Rye-spiced · Fruity · Complex · Warming · Cask strength

Investment potential

Medium. A Single Cask owned and selected by Whisky.dk – never re-released and existing only in one cask's worth of bottles.

Did you know?

Stauning's standard Rye uses a combination of malted and unmalted rye grain. This Private Cask uses exclusively malted rye, producing a softer, fruitier profile than the classic KAOS expression.

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Frequently asked questions about Stauning Private Cask Whisky.dk 5 Year 2011/2017

What is a Stauning Private Cask?

A Private Cask is a single barrel bought and owned by a specific buyer – in this case Whisky.dk. The cask is matured, bottled and sold exclusively on the buyer's behalf. No two Private Casks are identical.

What is malted rye whisky?

Malted rye uses exclusively malted rye grain rather than a blend of malted and unmalted rye. This gives a softer, sweeter and more complex profile, with rye's characteristic spiced fruitiness at the centre.

Is it worth the investment?

As a unique single cask owned by Whisky.dk – distilled 2011, bottled 2017 – this whisky exists in no other form. Rarity, age and its exclusive provenance make it a clear collector's bottle.

What does cask strength mean for a rye whisky?

Cask strength means bottling directly from the barrel without dilution. For a rye whisky, this means sharper spices and more body. You can always add a few drops of water to find your preferred strength.

Can this be used in cocktails?

Yes, malted rye works beautifully in classic rye cocktails like the Manhattan or Old Fashioned. The softer, fruitier profile adds an interesting twist to the classics.

How does malted rye differ from Stauning's KAOS?

KAOS is a blend of barley and rye, both malted and unmalted, giving a more layered and complex base. This Private Cask is pure malted rye – more focused, with rye spice driving the profile from start to finish.