Best Lima Region Alcoholic Beverage Producers
Don Michael SAC is a Peruvian distillery established in 2017, renowned for producing premium spirits that blend traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques. Their flagship product, Black Whiskey, is crafted from Andean black corn and has garnered international acclaim, including being named the Best Whiskey in the World at the 2022 New York World Spirits Competition.
The distillery's portfolio also features Andean Gin, Andean Vodka, and Andean Cream, each reflecting the rich flavors of Peru's native ingredients.
AWARDS
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
Bartender Spirits Awards - Double Gold
2021
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
BEST Don Michael Spirits
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
BEST PISCO HUAMANÍ Spirits
De Cajón Vodka is a Peruvian vodka brand that emphasizes tradition and local heritage by using native potatoes as the main ingredient. Each bottle captures the spirit of Peru, drawing on the diversity of the country’s 2,800 potato varieties to create a distinctive and smooth vodka.
The brand is deeply committed to sustainable practices, working closely with local farmers and preserving ancient agricultural techniques. In addition to its high-quality distillation process, De Cajón Vodka has gained international recognition with awards from prestigious competitions, reinforcing its reputation as an authentic and premium Peruvian spirit.
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2020
BEST London to Lima Spirits
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2019
BEST Monte Grande E.I.R.L. Spirits
Viña Vieja is a renowned Peruvian winery based in the Ica region, with a tradition spanning over 200 years. Founded in Chincha, the winery is celebrated for producing high-quality wines and pisco, Peru's national drink. Throughout its long history, Viña Vieja has successfully combined traditional production methods with modern technologies, enabling it to offer products that compete in international markets.
Committed to preserving tradition while embracing modern technology, Viña Vieja delivers premium-quality products, contributing to the promotion of Peruvian wine and pisco culture on a global scale.
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Silver
2024
BEST Vińa Vieja Spirits
Best Lima Region Alcoholic Beverages
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
De Cajón Vodka is a premium vodka made exclusively from native Peruvian potatoes, which lend a uniquely smooth and earthy flavor to the spirit. Distilled to highlight the purity of its ingredients, this vodka offers subtle notes of minerality with a clean finish, making it ideal for sipping or cocktails.
With its commitment to showcasing Peru’s rich agricultural diversity, De Cajón Vodka brings an authentic taste of Peru to every glass, distinguishing itself as both a high-quality and culturally significant spirit.
AWARDS
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
Andean Gin is a premium spirit crafted by Don Michael Distillery, blending traditional distillation methods with unique Peruvian botanicals. This gin features high-quality ingredients such as juniper, citrus, apples, and hand-selected Andean herbs, resulting in a smooth and aromatic profile.
The recipe, developed by their world-class chef, offers a subtle interplay of spices and citrus, making it ideal for classic cocktails. Andean Gin reflects the rich biodiversity of Peru, delivering a distinctive and authentic flavor experience.
AWARDS
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
AWARDS
Bartender Spirits Awards - Double Gold
2021
Don Michael Single Barrel Selection Black Corn Whiskey Cask No. 393 is a Peruvian corn whiskey with an alcohol content of 63.6%. It presents a medium amber color and offers aromas and flavors of spiced orange, chocolate caramel drizzle on sweet corn, clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon on corn pudding, complemented by brown sugar and blackberry syrup.
The whiskey has a glycerous, lively, dry medium-to-full body with a hot, complex, long finish, featuring notes of corn pudding drizzled in a cinnamon-forward chocolate mole sauce, vanilla and mocha, allspice, caramel malt syrup, chicory, and elote.
This expression is noted for its whirlwind of spices and corn on the nose and palate, creating a fascinating profile that, while hot and daunting, is sweet and delicious.
AWARDS
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
London Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2020
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2019
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Silver
2024
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