A small piece of Copenhagen

A modern-day interpretation of the 1888 medal rum.

A.H. Riise XO RESERVE

1888 Copenhagen Medal

40% vol.

A. H. Riise participated in the great Nordic Exhibition in Copenhagen in 1888. His products were showcased in the West Indian pavilion and he was awarded a medal for winning the category. Our cellar master has created a unique blend, made from several precious casks from only the best rum distilleries in the West Indies and Central America.

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TASTING NOTES

Nose

Soft oak, old leather and dried abricots

Taste

Warm spices, Christmas cake and orange peel, ending with a hint of English wine gums.

Finish

Dried fruit, old oak and a note of sherry

Color

Polished Amber

Alc.

40% vol.

TASTING NOTES	Nose	Taste	Finish	Color	Alc.
1888 Copenhagen Medal	Soft oak, old leather and dried abricots	Warm spices, Christmas cake and orange peel, ending with a hint of English wine gums.	Dried fruit, old oak and a note of sherryo	Polished Amber	40% vol.

Golden craftmanship

It is a genuine show of true craftsmanship that has resulted in perfectly balanced drops of liquid gold with a soft, nuanced taste that lasts. A.H. Riise 1888 Copenhagen Medal is a celebration of the international success of Albert Heinrich Riise, and his many historic achievements throughout his life and career. We are proud to honor this, and with this being one f the bestselling and popular of our bottles, we dare to say that we have succeeded in keeping the A. H. Riise spirit alive in present times.

Exhibition stand 1888

Photograph of one of 1888 A.H. Riise’s exhibition stand at the Nordic Exhibition of Industry, Agriculture and Art, which was held in Copenhagen in 1888, and which was attended by over 1.3 million people.

Sour, Sweet, Lemon
7 min
Medium

The Legacy of gold

60 ml Gold Medal XO
10 ml Red Vermouth
10 ml Aperol
7.5 ml Coffee liqueur
Dash Chocolate bitters

- Pour all ingredients to a mixing glass together with ice
- Stir until perfect dilution is obtained
- Strain into a chilled glass with a rock of ice
- Garnish with orange peel, orange chocolate and flamed orange zest

Enjoy

Drinks with:

1888 Copenhagen Medal

Sour, Sweet, Lemon
7 min
Medium

Golden Fashioned

6 cl Gold Medal XO
1.0 cl Raspberry & Rose Syrup
0.5 cl Rhubarb Liqueur
2 Dashes Vanilla Bitters

- Stir with lots of Love and Patience with plenty of ice
- Strain over a large cube
- Squeeze a lemon zest over the drink and discard garnish

Enjoy

Drinks with:

1888 Copenhagen Medal

XO Reserve Collection

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175 Years Anniversary

This exceptional spirit drink, with its broad spectrum of aromas and subtleties of taste, offers a unique experience. It is truly a blend aimed at experienced aficionados.

Thin Blue Line

With this blend we provide support together with the association Thin Blue Line to police officers who have been injured while carrying out their jobs.

Christmas Edition

With this blend every season will feel like Christmastime. Enjoy these precious drops when you are together with the ones you love.

Port Cask

It is within the port casks we find the reason for the immaculate and distinct port notes of this blend.

Ambre d`Or

Ambre d’Or is matured in oak barrels that were originally the home of sweet wines, which contributes to the subtle, full and delicate tasting notes.

Superior Cask

Our master blender has created a blend with the perfect edge and with a full-bodied taste experience. A true signature made from several carefully selected casks.