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Everything you need to know about Braunstein Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
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Braunstein Danish Single Malt Library Collection 13.2 50cl£109.99 Inc VAT -
Braunstein Danica Danish Single Malt Whisky£59.96 Inc VAT
A brief History
Braunstein, Denmark. Founded in 2005.
Braunstein is one of the pioneers of modern Danish whisky. Long before Danish whisky became a recognised category, brothers Claus and Michael Braunstein were already experimenting with the idea of producing high-quality whisky in Denmark.
Located in the historic harbour town of Køge, just south of Copenhagen, Braunstein began life as a brewery in 2005 before expanding into whisky production in 2007. Unlike many large-scale distilleries, Braunstein remains proudly independent, producing whisky in relatively small batches with a strong focus on craftsmanship and quality.
What makes Braunstein particularly interesting is its willingness to experiment. The distillery produces both peated and unpeated whiskies, uses a variety of cask types, and regularly releases limited editions alongside its core range. The result is a portfolio that feels distinctly Scandinavian while still respecting traditional whisky-making techniques.
I often think of Braunstein as one of the distilleries that helped put Danish whisky on the map. It may not have centuries of history behind it, but it has built a reputation through quality rather than age.
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Flavour Profile:
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Spicy | Sweet |
Braunstein is renowned for producing rich, flavourful whiskies that balance sweetness with spice. Many expressions offer notes of vanilla, caramel, honey, orchard fruits and warming oak. Depending on the release, you may also find gentle smoke, dried fruit or citrus notes.
The overall style tends to be approachable but full of character, offering something a little different from both Scotch and Irish whiskey.
If I had to sum it up in a few words: craft-driven, flavourful, and distinctly Danish.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Vanilla |
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Caramel / Toffee |
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Honey |
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Oak / Wood Spice |
Popular Braunstein Bottles
Braunstein Danica
One of the distillery's flagship releases, offering notes of vanilla, honey, fruit and gentle oak spice.
Braunstein Library Collection
Limited releases showcasing unique casks and experimental maturation styles.
Braunstein Kronborg
A special whisky matured beneath Kronborg Castle, adding a unique maritime influence.
Braunstein Single Cask Releases
Often bottled at cask strength and highly sought after by enthusiasts.
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The Distillery
The Distiller: Braunstein Distillery
Address: Carlsensvej 5, 4600 Køge, Denmark
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 +45 56 65 05 00 |
Visitor Centre
Visitor Centre: Yes
Tours Available: Yes
Typical Opening Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
- Selected Saturdays and special event days
The distillery regularly hosts whisky tastings, brewery tours and guided distillery experiences. Advance booking is recommended.
Ownership & History
Current Owners
- Claus Braunstein
- Michael Braunstein
Historical Timeline
- 1998 – The idea for a Danish whisky distillery is developed.
- 2005 – Braunstein Brewery is established in Køge.
- 2007 – Whisky production begins.
- 2010s – Braunstein gains international recognition for its single cask and small-batch releases.
- Present Day – Continues as one of Denmark's leading independent whisky producers.
Previous Owners
Braunstein has remained under Braunstein family ownership since its founding and has not changed hands.
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
Braunstein Distillery is located in Køge, Denmark, and was founded by brothers Claus and Michael Braunstein.
The business began as a craft brewery before expanding into whisky production in 2007, becoming one of the pioneers of the modern Danish whisky industry. Braunstein released its first whisky in 2010 and helped establish Denmark as an emerging whisky-producing nation.
Today, Braunstein operates as both a brewery and distillery, producing whisky alongside other spirits and craft beer.
Production
- Spirit Type: Danish single malt whisky
- Location: Køge, Denmark
- Scale: Independent craft distillery
- Styles: Peated and unpeated single malt
- Cask Policy: Bourbon, sherry, Sauternes, cognac, virgin oak, and specialty casks
Braunstein focuses on small-batch production and has historically emphasised local ingredients and organic production methods.
Whisky Style
Braunstein whiskies typically show:
- Rich malt character
- Vanilla and caramel sweetness
- Orchard fruit notes
- Gentle spice
- Strong cask influence
Peated releases add earthy smoke while retaining a distinctly fruity Danish character.
Key Expressions
- Danica Unpeated
- Danica Peated
- Library Collection
- Cask Edition Series
- Warehouse Edition
The Library Collection and Cask Edition bottlings are particularly sought after due to their limited production and experimental maturation styles.
Significance
Braunstein is regarded as one of the pioneers of the modern Danish whisky movement, helping establish Denmark as a recognised whisky-producing nation alongside other Scandinavian producers.
Its combination of craft-scale production, experimentation, and Danish provenance has made it one of the country's best-known whisky distilleries.
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