St. Kilian Bud Spencer - The Legend - Rauchig - Batch 02
The German distillery St. Klilian has chosen Bud Spencer and Terrence Hill as characters for its marketing. Both peated and non-peated Whiskys as well as liqueurs appear as part of the series.The label, adorned with Bud Spencer's world-famous fist, promises a quick-witted and humorous experience. Those who have seen the movies of Bud Spencer & Terrence Hill know what we are talking about. Nevertheless, we are actually reviewing a Single Malt Whisky from Germany.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The scenery: A campfire on a fresh, lush and dewy meadow actually describes the nose quite well. A hint of citrus aromas and occasionally a bit of vanilla can still be found in the background.
Palate
The punch: Slightly peppery-spicy, but without a salty maritime quality, Bud Spencer opens with the first punch. The second fist follows sweetly with red berries, caramel sweetness, and typical red wine flavours.
Finish
The end: The knockout punch is dry, spicy and yet fruity at the same time, landing the opponents next to the campfire again.
Thoughts
Marcel 78/100
A smoky single malt that remains pleasantly rounded and easy-drinking despite its NAS status – the combination of smoke and red wine cask simply makes for a fun experience. Does the connection to Bud Spencer really stand out? More of a nice gimmick, but it doesn’t detract from the whisky itself. For fans looking for uncomplicated drinking enjoyment with a wink, this is a well-rounded choice.
Sascha 80/100
Structurally, the St. Kilian Bud Spencer Batch 02 shows a solid balance between smoky notes and the fruity complexity of the red wine cask, even though the nose overall feels somewhat one-dimensional. The finish impresses with dry spice and a fruity aftertaste, but falls a bit short in depth. Overall, a well-balanced German single malt that comes across surprisingly harmonious for a NAS.
Value for Money: Fair
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What makes the St. Kilian Bud Spencer - The Legend - Smoky - Batch 02 special in terms of taste?
The whisky combines smoky notes with a complex aroma profile of campfire, citrus fruits, and vanilla on the nose. On the palate, it delivers a peppery-spicy character followed by sweet red berries, caramel, and red wine flavors, before finishing dry, spicy, and fruity.
Why does this whisky have no age statement?
The St. Kilian Bud Spencer - The Legend - Smoky - Batch 02 is offered without an age statement, which is common for many modern single malts. Instead of focusing on a specific age, the distillery emphasizes the quality and flavor profile of the casks and components used.
How does the Bud Spencer whisky differ from other German single malts?
Besides its distinctive smoky note, this whisky stands out through its connection to the cult films of Bud Spencer & Terence Hill. In terms of flavor, it combines German craftsmanship with an unusual mix of campfire aromas, fruity and spicy nuances, making it unique in the German whisky landscape.