Best Southern German Spirit Producers
St. Kilian Distillers is a German single malt whisky distillery founded in 2012 in Rüdenau, Bavaria. Located in a former textile factory, the distillery is named after St. Kilian, an Irish-Scottish missionary who worked in Würzburg. St. Kilian Distillers is renowned for its innovation and diverse product range, including special editions created in collaboration with famous personalities and musical bands.
Their "White Dog" won the award for the best in the world in 2018.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024, 2023, 2022

European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023

European Spirits Challenge - Silver
2023
BEST St. Kilian Distillers Spirits
Agnes Bernrieder GmbH Getränkevertrieb is a family-owned company established in 1983, specializing in the distribution of beverages. The company is headquartered at Münchener Straße 30, 85667 Oberpframmern, Germany. Operating under the BERNRIEDER GETRÄNKE brand, it offers a wide range of high-quality products, including non-alcoholic beverages, wines, champagnes, and spirits.
In addition to retail sales, BERNRIEDER GETRÄNKE provides supplementary services such as beverage delivery, event and celebration services, and trade fair support, making it a standout in the beverage distribution sector. The company is also the proud producer of KAIZA 5 Gin, a premium gin inspired by the free-spirited essence of South Africa.
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2024, 2022

European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2024
BEST Kaiza 5 Spirits
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2022
BEST Stadtrand & C0. Spirits
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SWSC - Singapore World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
BEST Crafter’s Spirits
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World's Best Pear Brandy - Winner
2021
BEST Freiherr von Poschinger Edelbrandmanufaktur Spirits
The distillery emphasizes the use of local, hand-picked fruits and premium ingredients, ensuring each bottle reflects the unique character of the Black Forest. Bimmerle KG is committed to sustainability, being the first German distillery to meet its heat and energy needs from regional resources.
Their production process includes maceration, fermentation, distillation, maturation, and bottling, all conducted with a focus on quality and efficiency.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024, 2021, 2020

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Silver
2024
BEST Bimmerle Private Distillery Spirits
Best Southern German Spirits
Kaiza 5 Gin is a premium gin inspired by the free-spirited essence of South Africa, designed to blend exotic aromas with the traditional character of gin. This carefully distilled gin is crafted in small batches to ensure superior quality and consistent flavor.
Its profile features a perfect harmony of classic botanicals like juniper and coriander, combined with vibrant citrus notes and exotic plants inspired by African flora. With an alcohol content of 43%, it comes in an elegant 500 ml bottle that reflects the sophistication of the brand.
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2024, 2022

European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2024
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World's Best Apple Brandy - Winner
2022, 2021
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024
Brennerei Ziegler's Waldhimbeer Geist is a premium spirit crafted from wild raspberries harvested near Lake Balaton in Hungary. This 43% ABV spirit offers a rich, fruity aroma and a smooth, long-lasting finish, capturing the essence of ripe raspberries.
It's best enjoyed neat at a serving temperature of 16-18°C to fully appreciate its aromatic profile.
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IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding
2024
St. Kilian PEATED – Rich & Smoky is a single malt whisky crafted by St. Kilian Distillers, blending traditional Scottish distillation methods with German craftsmanship. Made from barley with a high peat content (54 ppm) sourced from the Scottish Highlands, it boasts a pronounced smoky character.
The whisky matures in a mix of 70% ex-bourbon barrels and 30% sherry casks, including Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso, which enhance its complexity and depth. This whisky presents a golden hue and a rich aroma featuring roasted apricots, juicy pears, and ripe bananas, complemented by sweet vanilla, lime, and subtle mint, all enveloped in gentle peat smoke with ashy tones.
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European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
St. Kilian Distillers, in collaboration with the German heavy metal band Grave Digger, presents the "Fields of Blood" Single Malt Whisky. This heavily peated whisky (54 ppm) is matured in a combination of ex-red wine, ex-bourbon, and ex-ruby port casks, resulting in a creamy, sweet, and fruity profile with notes of red berry compote and grapes.
Wonderfully creamy-sweet and fruity with vanilla, red berry compote, and juicy grapes, accompanied by warm oak spice with fine tannins, all enveloped in gentle peat smoke. Mild peat smoke with fruity hints of red berries, ripe peaches, and sweet grapes.
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European Spirits Challenge - Gold
2023
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The Gin Masters - Master
2022
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2022
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World Gin Awards - Country Winner
2022
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