Aalborg Jubilaeums Akvavit

Product of: Denmark

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Jubilaeums (or Jubilee) is a golden akvavit with dill, coriander, star anise and citrus. Launched in 1946 to commemorate the centenary of the Aalborg, the most popular akvavits in Denmark - named after Aalborg, the town where akvavit is said to have been first made in 1846 by Isidor Henius.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 01/05/2011

Appearance:

Clear, bright light golden

Aroma:

A very citrusy nose, orange zest predominates with a touch of lime oil. Licoricey dill aromas with faint star anise.

Taste:

Slightly sweet caraway/dill and citrusy (orangy) palate with warming star anise.

Aftertaste:

Gentle fresh coriander emerges to join dill in the lightly spiced finish.