Stauning El Clásico

A Nordic whisky demon with Iberian blood flowing through its veins. El Clásico is the first rye whisky in the world that has aged in vermouth casks.

Rye whisky and sweet vermouth have always made a strong line-up in the iconic cocktail Manhattan. So how come no-one ever matured whisky on vermouth casks? Well, now Stauning has, and the result of the experiment is more than successful: A warm-blooded whisky with a deep, amber colour and a sweet aftertaste with a touch of bitter botanicals. Perfect for an exclusive cocktail or enjoyed as it is in the company of a premium cigar.

The result is a warm and intense taste of newly-harvested grains with a spicy and bittersweet aftertaste. A classic is born.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: The nose is filled with the scent of apples, oranges, ripe plum, warm spices, cinnamon and roasted caramel.

Palate: The lips are meet with a sweet and piercing kiss of dried fruits, citrus and crushed pepper.

Finish: The warm aftertaste has bittersweet notes of vermouth that stays inside the body for a long time.

Stauning Distillery

Stauning Distillery is located in the picturesque village of Stauning on the west coast of Denmark. Founded in 2005 by nine friends with a shared passion for whisky, Stauning has grown into a leading distillery in Scandinavia. Its idyllic location, surrounded by vast meadows and near the coast, adds to the unique charm and character of their whisky.

A distinctive feature of Stauning is its use of local raw materials and traditional production methods. The distillery malts its own barley and rye on traditional malting floors, which is rare in modern whisky production. They also use small, open mash tuns and heat their copper pot stills directly with an open fire, which contributes to the complex and rich flavour of their whiskies.

Stauning produces both single malt and rye whiskies, which are known for their distinct and innovative flavour profiles. The whiskies often have notes of spices, citrus fruit, a subtle sweetness and sometimes some smokiness. The combination of traditional techniques, local ingredients and a strong focus on quality makes Stauning Distillery a unique and respected name in the world of whisky.