Best Western Dutch Liqueur Producers
De Kuyper Royal Distillers is a renowned Dutch family-owned company specializing in the production of premium liqueurs and spirits. Founded in 1695 by Petrus De Kuyper, the company began as a manufacturer of barrels and casks for transporting spirits and beer.
By 1752, the family owned a distillery in Schiedam, the epicenter of Dutch gin production. Over the centuries, De Kuyper expanded its operations and product range, establishing partnerships and exporting to markets across Europe, Great Britain, and Canada.
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2022, 2019
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024, 2023, 2021, 2020
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024
BEST De Kuyper Liqueurs
Camastra is a Dutch producer of liqueurs, renowned for its high-quality limoncello. They use only the finest ingredients, including certified organic IGP lemons from Sorrento, which are hand-picked and peeled to capture their rich flavor and aroma.
Apart from these exceptional lemons, all other ingredients are locally sourced from the Netherlands. The alcohol is distilled in small batches, and the water is sourced from the dunes near Haarlem. Camastra prides itself on avoiding artificial additives, relying solely on 100% natural ingredients.
The result is a limoncello with a light yellow color, rich in essential oils, and offering a refreshing and authentic lemon flavor.
Bandoeng'22 is a Dutch liqueur producer that combines the Dutch-Indonesian heritage of its founders with a modern artisanal approach. It was founded by Mariska van Beek, Fajar Ramadhany, and Marc Pieplenbosch, each with over 25 years of experience in marketing and sales.
Their mission is to create exceptional liqueurs that blend the charm of the past with the delights of the present, celebrating the richness of pandan flavor and bringing moments of joy to enthusiasts worldwide. Bandoeng'22 was successfully launched in the Netherlands in 2019 with the support of a crowdfunding campaign and now aims to expand beyond Dutch borders.
Tobago Gold is a premium brand specializing in chocolate rum cream liqueurs, blending the finest Caribbean cocoa, spices, and rum to capture the essence of the Caribbean. The company was founded in 2004 when its creator acquired La Caurita, a 400-acre traditional cocoa estate in Trinidad and Tobago, laying the foundation for crafting a unique liqueur rooted in the region's rich agricultural heritage.
Drawing on ancient cocoa cultivation traditions of the Maya and Inca civilizations, Tobago Gold produces its liqueurs using authentic Caribbean methods. The name "cocoa," meaning "Food for the Gods," highlights its significance and the health benefits associated with its antioxidant-rich content.
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SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
The DB & SB Autumn Blind Tasting - Gold
2023
European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
BEST Tobago Gold Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024
BEST Limonceline Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2022
BEST Bols Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2023
BEST Di Cello Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2022, 2020
BEST Wenneker Distilleries Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2022
BEST Lucas Bols Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2023
BEST Thoob Liqueurs
Best Western Dutch Liqueurs
Dutch Cacao Liqueur is a premium chocolate liqueur produced by De Kuyper Royal Distillers, a renowned Dutch company with a rich heritage in crafting high-quality spirits. This liqueur is meticulously created using the finest cocoa beans, resulting in a rich and authentic chocolate flavor.
It boasts a smooth and velvety texture, making it a versatile ingredient for a variety of cocktails and desserts. With an alcohol content of 24% ABV, Dutch Cacao Liqueur balances sweetness and strength, offering a delightful experience for chocolate enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados alike.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024
London Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024
De Kuyper Crème de Cacao White is a clear, colorless liqueur with a rich and creamy flavor profile, highlighting notes of white chocolate and subtle hints of vanilla. Produced by the renowned Dutch distillery De Kuyper, this liqueur is crafted to enhance a wide range of cocktails or be enjoyed neat.
With an alcohol content of 24%, it offers a smooth yet flavorful addition to drinks, making it a popular choice for mixologists and home bartenders alike. Its clear composition ensures it doesn’t alter the color of cocktails, making it ideal for recipes that require a chocolate essence without changing the appearance of the drink.
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London Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
Camastra Limoncello is a premium liqueur crafted from certified organic IGP lemons sourced from Sorrento, Italy. These lemons are hand-picked and peeled to ensure a rich flavor and aroma. The alcohol is locally distilled in the Netherlands, using local ingredients and dune water, resulting in a limoncello with a fresh and full taste, characterized by a less bitter finish due to the thin peeling of the lemons.
Its slightly syrupy consistency allows the fresh and mildly bitter lemon peel flavors to linger on the palate.
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European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2019
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The Liqueur Masters - Master
2023
Tobago Gold is a premium chocolate rum cream liqueur that masterfully blends the finest Caribbean cocoa, spices, and rum to deliver a smooth and flavorful taste of the Caribbean. The liqueur is crafted using traditional Caribbean cocoa and spice cultivation methods, drawing on knowledge and experience dating back to the Maya and Inca civilizations.
The name "cocoa" translates to "Food for the Gods" and is known for its health benefits due to its rich antioxidant content. Tobago Gold Chocolate Rum Cream is versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways: neat, in cocktails, as a dessert ingredient, or to add to cooking and baking.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
The DB & SB Autumn Blind Tasting - Gold
2023
European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
De Kuyper Grapefruit is a vibrant fruit liqueur crafted by De Kuyper Royal Distillers in the Netherlands. This liqueur features a rich, blood orange color and offers a full-bodied flavor profile dominated by blood grapefruit notes, complemented by hints of orange peel.
It presents a sharp, tart taste with a smooth, sweet finish, making it a versatile ingredient for cocktails or enjoyable on its own. With an alcohol content of 15% and a sugar content of 226 g/l, it balances sweetness and tartness effectively. The liqueur is packaged in a 0.5-liter bottle with a metal screw cap.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2023
London Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
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ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2019
The Liqueur Masters - Gold
2023
AWARDS
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2022
The Liqueur Masters - Gold
2023
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Gold trophy
2023, 2021
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