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Thornæs Distillery Gin

A Danish distillery from Kagerup in North Zealand, whose Mad Owl gin range pays tribute to the owl that once lived in the distillery's attic. Thornæs was founded in 2018, focusing on Danish ingredients combined with international distilling know-how. Botanicals are added directly into the copper still's swan neck, the old-fashioned way.

  • Bottle of Mad Owl Blackberries Gin Liqueur from Denmark
    Item no.: 22227865479-1106-197278541

    Mad Owl Gin is a tribute to the owl that used to live in the attic of the distillery building, but moved out because things got too noisy.

    Expert's description

    Mad Owl Blackberries Handcrafted Small Batch Danish Gin Liqueur is a Danish Gin Liqueur, bottled at 32%.

    The liqueur is made from ripe berries from gardens, hedgerows and forest edges in North Zealand.

    It can be enjoyed as an aperitif, with dessert or in a Gin & Tonic.

    The gin liqueur offers a light sweetness that makes it versatile and easy to combine.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is fruity, with ripe blackberries.

    Palate

    The palate is softly sweet, with distinct blackberry.

    Finish

    The finish is fruity and lightly sweet.

    Specifications

    Name: Mad Owl Blackberries Handcrafted Small Batch Danish Gin Liqueur
    Distillery: Thornæs
    Country: Denmark
    Type: Gin Liqueur
    ABV: 32%
    Size: 50 CL
    Serving suggestion: As an aperitif, with dessert or in a Gin & Tonic

    Flavour profile

    Blackberry · Fruity · Sweet

    Did you know?

    Mad Owl Gin is named after an owl that originally lived in the attic of the distillery building, but moved out due to the noise from production.

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    • 1pcs.
      53,50EUR
  • Bottle of Mad Owl Citrus Gin from Denmark
    Item no.: 22227865479-1106-19572

    Mad Owl Gin is a tribute to the owl that used to live in the attic of the distillery building, but moved out because things got too noisy.

    Expert's description

    Mad Owl Citrus Handcrafted Small Batch Danish Gin is a Danish Small Batch Gin, bottled at 46.5%.

    The gin is a refreshing blend of juniper, coriander and citrus fruit, handcrafted in small batches.

    The Thornæs distillery set out to create a mild, sweetly rounded gin with more light than dark notes.

    The name Mad Owl refers to the owl that originally lived in the attic of the distillery building.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is fresh, with citrus and a touch of coriander.

    Palate

    The palate is mild and sweetly rounded, with juniper and citrus up front.

    Finish

    The finish is light and fresh.

    Specifications

    Name: Mad Owl Citrus Handcrafted Small Batch Danish Gin
    Distillery: Thornæs
    Country: Denmark
    Type: Small Batch Gin
    ABV: 46.5%
    Size: 50 CL
    Serving suggestion: Gin & Tonic with a slice of citrus

    Flavour profile

    Citrus · Mild · Sweetly rounded

    Did you know?

    Mad Owl Gin is named after an owl that originally lived in the attic of the distillery building, but moved out due to the noise from production.

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    • 1pcs.
      46,75EUR
  • Miniature bottle of Mad Owl Citrus Gin from Thornæs Distillery
    Item no.: 059763-615-770

    In Kagerup in North Zealand sits Thornæs Distillery, named in honour of the owl that lived in the attic before the distillery moved in. The Mad Owl range is their take on handcrafted Danish gin in several flavours.

    Expert's description

    Mad Owl Citrus is a Danish gin based on organic grain spirit and spiced with citrus botanicals, bottled at 46%.

    The gin comes from Thornæs Distillery in Kagerup, which makes all its spirits in a traditional style, with botanicals processed directly in the still. The Citrus edition builds on a classic juniper base with a pronounced citrus layer, giving the gin a fresh, lightly bitter character.

    The name Mad Owl pays tribute to the owl that lived in the distillery's attic before the company moved in - and which the distillery still hopes will return via an owl box near the entrance.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Fresh citrus peel meets piney juniper and a lightly bitter note.

    Palate

    The palate is clean and citrus-driven with juniper as the foundation, while coriander seed adds a spiced counterpoint.

    Finish

    The finish is dry and refreshing, with a last trace of citrus peel.

    Specifications

    Name: Mad Owl Citrus
    Country: Denmark
    Type: Danish Gin
    Size: 5 CL
    ABV: 46%
    Serving suggestion: Serve with a light tonic and a slice of lemon or grapefruit
    Distillery: Thornæs Distillery

    Flavour profile

    Citrus · Piney · Spiced · Fresh

    Did you know?

    The name Mad Owl comes from an owl that lived in the attic of the building where the distillery now operates - the distillery has since put up an owl box, hoping it will return.

    See our full range of Thornæs Destilleri

    • 1pcs.
      6,50EUR
  • Miniature bottle of Mad Owl London Dry Gin from Thornæs Distillery
    Item no.: 059763-615-772

    In Kagerup in North Zealand sits Thornæs Distillery, named in honour of the owl that lived in the attic before the distillery moved in. The London Dry edition of Mad Owl is their clean, classic gin.

    Expert's description

    Mad Owl London Dry is a Danish gin distilled in the classic London Dry style on organic grain spirit and bottled at 46%.

    The gin comes from Thornæs Distillery in Kagerup, which makes all its spirits in a traditional style, with botanicals processed directly in the still. The London Dry edition sticks to juniper, coriander and angelica root with no added sweetness, letting the classic gin character speak for itself.

    The name Mad Owl pays tribute to the owl that lived in the distillery's attic before the company moved in.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    Piney juniper and a dry note of coriander, with a touch of angelica root.

    Palate

    The palate is dry and juniper-driven with a spiced, lightly peppery layer from coriander and angelica root.

    Finish

    The finish is long and dry, with a last trace of pine.

    Specifications

    Name: Mad Owl London Dry
    Country: Denmark
    Type: London Dry Gin
    Size: 5 CL
    ABV: 46%
    Serving suggestion: Serve with a simple tonic and a slice of lemon to bring out the juniper
    Distillery: Thornæs Distillery

    Flavour profile

    Dry · Piney · Spiced · Classic

    Did you know?

    The name Mad Owl comes from an owl that lived in the attic of the building where the distillery now operates - the distillery has since put up an owl box, hoping it will return.

    See our full range of Thornæs Destilleri

    • 1pcs.
      6,50EUR
   

About Thornæs Destilleri Gin

Thornæs Destilleri is a Danish distillery producing gin with a focus on local ingredients and a distinct regional identity. For newcomers, it's a fresh, herbal gin with a hint of Danish nature; for connoisseurs, one of the distilleries that named its gin range - Mad Owl - after an actual owl that once lived in the attic.

History & Background

Thornæs Destilleri ApS was founded in 2018 in Kagerup in North Zealand, focusing on both gin and whisky, combining Danish ingredients with international distilling know-how. The distillery's gin range, Mad Owl, pays tribute to the owl that once lived in the distillery's attic - a name that has become a lasting part of the brand's identity. The gin is distilled traditionally, with botanicals added directly into the copper still and the herb basket mounted on the swan neck.

Production & Style

The gin is distilled with a classic botanical base complemented by local herbs and plants from the area around the distillery.

Signature Style

Fresh, Herbal, Regional
The flavor offers a fresh juniper character with local, herbal nuances.

Facts

DistilleryThornæs Destilleri
Founded2018
PronouncedTOR-nace dis-til-uh-REE
RegionKagerup, North Zealand
CountryDenmark
OwnerIndependent distillery
Official websitethornaes.com

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