Thy Whisky Vesterhav Single Malt Whisky 50% – organic Danish whiskey with peated smoke

Thy Whisky Vesterhav is a distinctive Danish single malt whisky that captures the spirit of the rugged West Jutland coast. Here, soft vanilla, fresh fruit, and spicy oak meet peat smoke and subtle maritime notes. An exciting whisky where the raw nature of the North Sea has inspired both its name and flavor profile.

The whiskey is made from 100% organic grain grown on the distillery’s own fields in Gyrup, Thy. It has been aged for between 4 and 8 years in bourbon casks and is bottled at 50% alcohol.

Vesterhav is a Limited Edition from 2026 with only 3,450 bottles. A special release for the whiskey lover who appreciates Danish craftsmanship, natural ingredients, and an elegant smoky character.

Inspired by the winds, sea, and smoke of the North Sea

Along the west coast of Jutland, open expanses, sand dunes, and the roaring North Sea meet. It is precisely this landscape that has inspired Thy Whisky to create Vesterhav.

The whisky combines classic peat smoke with a smaller proportion of wood-smoked malt. This yields an intriguing smoky character with both maritime and softer, toasty nuances.

The smoke is balanced so that it doesn’t overpower the whiskey’s fruity and sweet notes. The result is a harmonious Single Malt clearly inspired by the Danish west coast.

Aged 4–8 years in bourbon casks

Thy Whisky Vesterhav is matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks. The various casks were aged for between 4 and 8 years before the whisky was blended.

The bourbon casks contribute notes of vanilla, honey, and warm spices. They also impart a rounded sweetness that pairs beautifully with the smoke.

By combining casks from different vintages, the distillery has created a whisky that offers both freshness and maturity. The smoked malt provides character, while the bourbon casks add balance.

Organic malt with peat smoke and beechwood smoke

Vesterhav is made from several different types of malt. The blend consists of 45% peat-smoked malt, 45% regular malt, 5% beech-smoked malt, and 5% malt from the old Danish barley variety Imperial.

The peat-smoked malt adds a light, mineral, and maritime character. The beechwood smoke provides a more rounded smoky nuance, inspired by traditional Danish smokehouses.

The Imperial barley contributes body and fruity notes. Together with the regular malt, it creates a beautiful balance in the whiskey.

All grains are organic and grown on the distillery’s own farm in Thy.

Tasting Notes – light peat smoke and maritime freshness

Color: Golden with warm amber hues.

Nose: Fresh fruit, vanilla, and honey meet gentle peat smoke. Subtle hints of sea salt, citrus, and spicy oak add extra character.

Taste: Full-bodied and harmonious with sweet malt, light fruit, and creamy vanilla. The light peat smoke adds depth, while the bourbon casks contribute warm spices and oak.

Finish: Long and pleasantly warm with soft smoke, light salty notes, and spicy oak. An elegant finish with a fine balance between fruit and smoke.

A Danish whiskey with its own identity

Thy Whisky Vesterhav stands out from many traditional Danish whiskies thanks to its combination of peat smoke and bourbon cask aging.

It is a whiskey with a recognizable smoky character, yet without being overpowering. The fruity notes and the sweetness of the bourbon casks create an inviting overall profile.

It is therefore appealing to both the experienced whiskey enthusiast and those looking to explore lightly smoky whiskeys.

Only 3,450 bottles – Limited Edition 2026

Thy Whisky Vesterhav was released on March 26, 2026, in a limited edition of 3,450 bottles.

This is a special bottling in which the distillery combines organic ingredients, various types of malt, and several years of bourbon cask aging.

With an alcohol content of 50%, you get a whiskey with good intensity. At the same time, it retains the balance that makes Vesterhav an exciting Danish Single Malt.

Serving and Enjoyment

Thy Whisky Vesterhav is best enjoyed at room temperature in a good whiskey glass. Let it rest for a few minutes before tasting.

Try the whiskey first without water to experience the interplay between fruit, malt, and smoke. If desired, add a few drops of water to explore more nuances.

Its lightly smoky character also makes it an exciting whisky to serve with smoked fish or mild, firm cheeses.

The History of Thy Whisky Distillery

Thy Whisky Distillery is located on the family farm Gyrup in northwestern Jutland. Here, the family has established a Danish whiskey distillery focused on organic farming, local ingredients, and traditional craftsmanship.

The distillery operates on the “Single Estate” principle. This means that the grain is grown, malted, mashed, and distilled on the farm.

Thy Whisky has also developed its own approach to distillation and malting. They experiment with both modern and traditional Danish grain varieties, as well as various smoking techniques.

Vesterhav is a fine example of this philosophy. A whisky where local ingredients and inspiration from the nature of West Jutland come together in a distinctive bottling.

Product Information

• Producer: Thy Whisky Distillery
• Name: Vesterhav
• Product Type: Single Malt Whisky
• Country: Denmark
• Region: Thy, Northwest Jutland
• Release: Limited Edition 2026
• Released: March 26, 2026
• Raw Material: 100% organic barley
• Malt types: 45% peat-smoked malt, 45% standard malt, 5% beech-smoked malt, and 5% Imperial barley malt
• Barrel type: Bourbon barrels
• Barrel aging: 4–8 years
• Smoke profile: Mild peat smoke and beech smoke
• Number of bottles: 3,450
• Volume: 70 cl
• Alcohol: 50%