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Best Colombian Spirit Producers
Industria Licorera de Caldas (ILC) is a Colombian company based in Manizales, founded in 1905. It specializes in the production of alcoholic beverages, including rum, aguardiente, and liqueurs. ILC is well known for its brands, such as Ron Viejo de Caldas and Aguardiente Cristal.
The company is committed to maintaining high-quality standards and innovation in the production of its beverages. ILC is also recognized for its contribution to the local economy and social development through employment generation and community support.
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Crystal Taste Award - 3 stars
2024
BEST Industria Licorera de Caldas Spirits and Liqueurs
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024
BEST Unión Vichera Spirits
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The Rum & Cachaça Masters - Gold
2022
BEST La Hechicera Company Spirits
Selva Gin is a Colombian distillery located in the historic city of Cartagena de Indias. Founded with the goal of creating authentic and high-quality spirits, the distillery combines tradition, local Colombian ingredients, and innovative techniques.
Selva Gin is the result of a collaboration between two passionate bartenders, one from England and one from Colombia, and a renowned Colombian chef. The distillery uses carefully selected local ingredients, including native plants and fruits such as corozo, fermented cacao, and limón mandarino, to craft products that reflect the unique nature and culture of Colombia.
Their meticulous production process is designed to highlight the rich aromas and flavors of each botanical.
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Best Colombian Spirits
Gin Bosque de Indias is a Colombian gin that transports you to a lush botanical garden. Its unique formula combines classic juniper notes with a selection of exotic botanicals, resulting in an exotic and refreshing flavor that evokes nature in its purest form.
The recipe features a careful selection of botanicals, including tropical fruits, exotic spices, and aromatic herbs, giving it a vibrant and complex aromatic profile. Notable notes include juniper, citrus, pink pepper, cardamom, and a hint of floral essence.
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Crystal Taste Award - 3 stars
2024
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024
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The Rum & Cachaça Masters - Gold
2022
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The Rum & Cachaça Masters - Gold
2022
Selva Gin is the first Colombian London Dry gin, distilled in the historic city of Cartagena. This gin is the result of a collaboration between two bartenders—one from England and one from Colombia—and a Colombian chef, in partnership with the Turicum distillery in Zurich, Switzerland.
Selva Gin combines 14 carefully selected botanicals, including corozo (a palm fruit endemic to Colombia's Caribbean coast), fermented cacao from the Pacific region, and limón mandarino (a native citrus hybrid). These ingredients, along with high-quality juniper berries, create a unique flavor profile with pronounced herbal and citrus notes.
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European Spirits Challenge - Silver
2023
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