Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak Danish Whisky 70 cl 46%

In the old malt lofts in Skjern, the maltsters still turn the grain by hand. That same rye, grown in West Jutland's fields, ends up here – matured in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks into a whisky that is a little sweeter than most. But never soft.

Expert description

Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak is a Danish Rye Whisky matured in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and bottled at 46%. Stauning Whisky was founded in 2005 by nine friends in Skjern, West Jutland, and is today one of Denmark's most acclaimed distilleries. Rye PX combines the character of floor-malted, locally grown rye with the intense sweetness of PX sherry casks. Pedro Ximénez is the sweetest sherry style, made from sun-dried grapes, leaving a rich, dark, fruit-forward impression in the whisky.

Tasting notes

Nose

Sweet, caramelised raisins open the nose, followed by dark figs and soft honey spice. Underneath, rye spice adds pepper and a hint of baked grain.

Palate

Round and sweet with spiced rye pushing through. Dried cherries, dark syrup and a touch of dark chocolate. The sherry is clear but lets the rye speak.

Finish

Long and warm. Slightly bitter cocoa and persistent rye spice carry through to the end.

Specifications

Name: Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak Danish Whisky
Distillery: Stauning Whisky
Region/Country: West Jutland, Denmark
Type: Danish Rye Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Pedro Ximénez Sherry Casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled, pot stills
EAN no.: 5744002861683

Flavour profile

Spiced · Sherry-matured · Fruity · Sweet · Smooth

Did you know?

Stauning is one of the few distilleries in the world that floor malts all its grain in-house. The maltsters spend hours each day raking and turning the sprouting rye and barley by hand – a practice that has largely disappeared from commercial distilleries.

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Frequently asked questions about Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak

What does Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak taste like?

It balances spiced rye grain with the intense sweetness of Pedro Ximénez sherry. Expect raisins, dark figs, a hint of chocolate and a persistent rye spice on the finish.

What is Pedro Ximénez sherry and what does it do to the whisky?

PX is the sweetest sherry style, made from sun-dried grapes in southern Spain's Jerez region. The casks leave a rich, dark fruit sweetness – raisins, dates and caramel – without masking the grain.

What is the difference between Stauning Rye and Stauning Rye PX?

The classic Stauning Rye Floor Malted is matured primarily in ex-bourbon casks, giving a drier, more direct rye profile. Rye PX is matured in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, adding sweetness and dark fruit.

Is Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak a good gift?

Yes, a strong choice. Stauning is widely regarded as one of Denmark's finest distilleries, and the PX expression is more accessible than the expensive limited editions. Works well for fans of Scottish sherry whisky looking to explore the Danish take.

How should I serve Stauning Rye PX Sherry Oak?

Best at room temperature as a sipper. A few drops of water open it up nicely. Pairs well with dark chocolate, aged cheese or as an after-dinner dram.

What makes Stauning's whisky-making distinctive?

Stauning floor malts all its grain on-site – a practice that has largely disappeared from large-scale distilleries. Everything is distilled in traditional pot stills at their new distillery, opened in 2019 in Skjern, West Jutland.