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Returning to Old St. Croix's West Indian roots
Old St. Croix Spirits has entered into a partnership with the travel and tourism agency Atlantic Link.
History in a bottle
A partnership for new horizons
Old St. Croix Spirits has once again partnered with the travel and tourism agency Atlantic Link, which is dedicated to spreading awareness of the Danish West Indies. We hope that, once again, we can inspire people to visit the islands whose nature and beauty led Albert Heinrich Riise to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
This year, together with Atlantic Link, we are participating in fairs and events where we create the perfect West Indian atmosphere with travel tips, great stories, and golden drops. From February 21–23, 2025, you can meet us, among other places, at “The Danish Travel Show” in Herning – Scandinavia’s largest travel fair with 65,000 visitors. In the lounge area at stand G5702 in Hall G, you can learn more about Albert Heinrich Riise’s many years on the islands, his contributions to mapping flora and fauna, and not least, the story of Danish West Indian rum, all while enjoying a glass of Old St. Croix!
History in a bottle
The scent and taste of a glass of Old St. Croix are like a journey back in time to the Danish West Indies. It is here, on these sun-drenched islands, that the pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise put Danish West Indian rum on the world map.
The year is 1838, and the young and adventurous pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise from Ærø in Denmark has just been appointed as the royal privileged pharmacist for the island of St. Thomas. A position that also gave him monopoly status to produce alcohol, which at the time was a pharmacy commodity.
Albert Heinrich Riise built his three-story “Apothecary Hall” on Dronningensgade 6, which is the main street in Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas. From this place, Riise sold not only ordinary pharmacy goods but also his famous “Bay Rum” hair elixir and rum.
Initially, Albert produced rum and bitters as medicine for stomach ailments. But his rum quickly gained popularity beyond its medicinal function, and the Danish navy became one of his first major customers. In 1893, The A.H. Riise Company received its first international medal at the World’s Fair in Chicago.
One of A.H. Riise’s first trademarks
"Old St. Croix" returns
One of A.H. Riise’s first trademarks was “Old St. Croix”. The name refers to the lush island of St. Croix, which from the early 1700s and two centuries forward was the center for the cultivation of sugar cane and the production of sugar. It was from here Albert Heinrich Riise purchased the by-product molasses, which was the basis for the distillation of his popular rum.
The historical rum brand was first introduced in the early 1870s when Riise began marketing his rum in the United States and Central America and needed a good name for the golden drops. Today, A.H. Riise Spirits has reintroduced the original trademark on its Non Plus Ultra blends, as a tribute to A.H. Riise’s craftsmanship and traditions.
Dreaming of visiting the West Indies?
The Danish West Indies are for better or worse closely tied to Denmark’s history as a maritime nation and colonial power. Even today, more than 100 years after the islands became American, you can walk around streets with Danish names and find traces of A.H. Riise’s life and work on the islands. Click here for more information on travel to the West Indies.
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175 Years Anniversary
In 2013, we marked 175 years since Danish pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise first opened his Apothecary Hall on Saint Thomas in the Danish West Indies.
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Thin Blue Line
When you enjoy this blend, you're also supporting Thin Blue Line Denmark — a nonprofit organization that helps current and former police officers who have been physically or mentally injured in the line of duty.
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Christmas Edition
In the former Danish West Indies, Christmas was celebrated just like in the North – with hymns, holiday stories, and dancing around the tree, even if it had to be shipped across the Atlantic.
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Port Cask
If you enjoy deep, complex flavors with a hint of fruity elegance, Old St. Croix XO Reserve - Port Cask is an excellent choice.
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Ambre d`Or
“Ambre d’Or” means “golden amber” – a nod to both the radiant hue and the luxurious quality of this exclusive blend.
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Superior Cask
When it comes to remarkable blends, the choice of casks makes all the difference. Each oak barrel brings its own personality while carrying subtle notes from the wines it once held—often port or sherry.
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1888 Copenhagen Medal
Old St. Croix XO Reserve - 1888 Copenhagen Medal is a modern tribute to the blend awarded a medal at the Great Nordic Exhibition in Copenhagen in 1888 – a proud moment for the family of pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise.
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Haakon Royal Reserve
In the late 1800s, a special friendship bloomed in the Danish West Indies—between two young men: the future King Haakon VII of Norway and Valdemar Riise, son of pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise.
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Founders Reserve 44,5%
A collectors item. The first of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 44,3%
A collectors item. The second of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 44,8%
A collectors item. The third of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 45,1%
A collectors item. The fourth of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Founders Reserve 44,4%
A collectors item. The fifth of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Founders Reserve 45,5%
A collectors item. The last of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Explorer Edition
Fans and collectors are treated with a limited edition blend in tribute to researchers and explorers.
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XO Legacy Reserve
150 years ago, Danish pharmacist and adventurer Albert Heinrich Riise introduced spirits from the West Indies to the world under the name Old St. Croix – a tribute to the lush Caribbean island of St. Croix, renowned for its sugarcane cultivation.
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Black Barrel Navy Spiced
Old St. Croix Black Barrel Navy Spiced was developed in close collaboration between our Master Distiller and experienced bartenders — with one goal in mind: to elevate your cocktails.
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Naval Cadet
Old St. Croix Royal Danish Navy - Naval Cadet was created in collaboration with the Cadet Association of the Royal Danish Naval Academy – the world’s oldest naval officer school, founded in 1701.
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Navy Frogman
Old St. Croix Royal Danish Navy - Frogman was created as a tribute to the Danish Frogman Corps – an elite unit whose courage and strength help secure the safety we often take for granted.
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Navy Strength
Throughout history, spirits and seafaring have gone hand in hand—along with a fair share of trickery and dilution. To ensure quality, sailors came up with a simple test: they poured the spirit onto gunpowder and lit it.
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Navy Bitter
A tasteful Bitter with the taste of gentian root, quinine, bitter orange, coffee beans and a touch of vanilla.
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The Original Navy
When Albert Heinrich Riise began his production in the Danish West Indies in 1838, the Danish navy was among his first loyal customers.
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The Frigate Jylland
Enjoying this blend means supporting the preservation of an iconic piece of Danish maritime heritage – the Frigate Jylland.
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Family Reserve
Old St. Croix Family Reserve was first created in 2015 for a major Riise family reunion – a private gathering that takes place every five years.
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Non Plus Ultra Very Rare
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Very Rare is only produced when our Master Distiller identifies casks of truly exceptional quality from the finest distilleries in the Caribbean.
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Non Plus Ultra Black Edition
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Black Edition is the most intense expression in the series. Crafted from selected casks sourced from renowned distilleries in the Caribbean.
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Non Plus Ultra Ambre d’Or Excellence
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Ambre d’Or Excellence is the most elegant expression in the series – named for its amber-golden glow and sweet dessert wines.
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Platinum Reserve
A.H. Riise Platinum is created from small batch of unique rum. The heart of the blend is two Solera aged rums from aged casks.
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Centennial Celebration
A tribute blend not only to A.H. Riise, but also to the indigenous population of the islands as well as the Danish colonists.
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Signature
Signature is created as a tribute to the man behind our brand—the visionary pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise (1810–1882), who journeyed to the Caribbean driven by a spirit of discovery.
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Non Plus Ultra La Galante
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - La Galante is named after Columbus’ ship Santa Maria La Galante, which carried him to St. Croix and the West Indies.
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Black Coral
The 1st blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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Black Larimar
The 2nd blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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Black Spinel
The 3rd blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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XO Rum Cream Original
A smooth rum cream with a powerful, flavorsome, and sweet, exquisite taste of XO rum
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XO Rum Cream Caramel
A luxurious rum cream with a smooth and sweet taste of XO rum, caramel, and sea salt.
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