Ayrer's Red Organic Single Malt 2019/2024
The AYRER's RED Organic Single Malt 2019/2024 is a German whisky from the Hausbrauerei Altstadthof in Nuremberg. This organic whisky is made from specialty malt from Franconia, which also gives traditional Nuremberg Red Beer its reddish color and velvety smooth taste. The mash is fermented in wooden vats and then gently distilled in a small copper still. After maturing for at least three years in new American oak casks, the whisky is bottled unfiltered by hand, with each bottle individually numbered.
Tasting Notes
Nose
On the nose, the malt unfolds a bouquet of toffee and roasted chestnuts. Fruity notes of mirabelle plums, with hints of orange, and ripe pear complement the aroma. A distinct malty presence rounds off the scent experience.
Palate
On the palate, this single malt surprises with a smooth and well-balanced texture. The fruity pear notes continue, accompanied by a slight berry-like acidity. While the whisky is not overly complex, it impresses with a pleasant and enjoyable flavor profile.
Finish
The finish is very short but offers subtle spicy notes and a tingling sensation that rounds off the tasting experience.
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Marcel 80/100
Fruity, malty, and surprisingly rounded – this young Ayrer's Red Organic Single Malt brings fun to the glass and proves that skilled craftsmanship can produce top-notch whisky even in Germany. A delicious companion for relaxed evenings that leaves you wanting more, although a bit more depth wouldn’t have hurt.
Sascha 79/100
The Ayrer's Red Organic Single Malt presents itself as structured and well-balanced, with fruity and malty notes blending harmoniously. Despite its youth, it still lacks some complexity and length in the finish, but remains a solid representative of German craft whiskies with clean execution.
Value for Money: Fair
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79/100Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Ayrer’s Red Organic Single Malt 2019/2024 special compared to other German whiskies?
The Ayrer’s Red Organic Single Malt 2019/2024 uses Franconian specialty malt, which is also used in Nuremberg red beer, giving it its characteristic reddish color and a velvety smooth taste. Additionally, it is fermented in wooden vats and gently distilled in a small copper still, which imparts a distinctive artisanal quality.
How does maturation in new American white oak barrels influence the flavor of this whisky?
The minimum three-year maturation in new American white oak barrels imparts a mild vanilla and wood note that supports the fruity and malty aromas without overpowering them. This results in a balanced texture and a pleasant, lightly spicy finish.
Why is the finish of the Ayrer’s Red Organic Single Malt relatively short, and how does that affect the drinking experience?
The short finish, with subtle spicy notes and a tingling sensation, is characteristic of this whisky and reflects its fresh, not overly complex nature. This makes it an accessible single malt that stands out primarily for its pleasant fruitiness and gentle spice.