Bivrost Cask Aquavit

Appearance

(supplied tasting sample rather than production bottle) Clear, pale golden amber.

Aroma

Hairspray, toasty oak, caraway, star anise and liquorice.

Taste

Elegant buttery oak with well-integrated complex warm spice and light but enlivening black pepper.

Aftertaste

Long finish with more toasty oak.

Overall

The nature of the oak in this aquavit suggest that the aging period is fairly short but the wood’s toasty vanilla and buttery notes sits well with and mellow the spicy botanicals.