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Best Swiss Spirit Types
Williamine is a fruit brandy distilled from locally grown Williams pears. It is produced in Martigny, Valais, and the name has been protected by Morand distillery since 1953. A highly-prized version comes with the whole pear inside the bottle.
Williamine is a clear and transparent spirit with intense fruity aromas and flavors reminiscent of ripe pears. It is bottled at 43% ABV. It can be enjoyed as an aperitif or a digestif, but it can also be incorporated into cocktails or long drinks.
Abricotine is a clear, colorless fruit brandy that is characterized by its dominant apricot flavor and subtle almond nuances. It is distilled from pitted and fermented Luizet apricots that are cultivated in the Valais area and are especially suitable for distillation.
The final distillate is cut with water to achieve the desired 40% ABV. Abricotine is best appreciated as a digestif, preferably served neat and well-chilled, but it also incorporates well in cocktails and desserts.
Poire Williams is a type of eau-de-vie (fruit brandy) that is distilled from fermented Williams pears. The production of this clear and colorless spirit is mostly associated with France, Switzerland, and Germany. The drink is often sold with a whole pear inside the bottle—this is achieved by attaching the bottle to a branch with a small pear.
The fruit is tucked inside and then allowed to grow inside the bottle. When it’s ripe, the fruit is cut off, and the distilled spirit is then poured inside. This brandy is usually of high quality, with clean and crisp flavor and ripe pear aromas.
VARIATIONS OF Poire Williams
This alcoholic beverage is produced with a base of a neutral spirit that is infused with a blend of botanicals, primarily the leaves of Artemisia absinthium, an ancient medicinal plant that is also known as wormwood or simply absinthe.
Other flavorings usually include different combinations of anise, fennel, melissa, coriander, or other botanicals. The result is a clear spirit often called white or blanche absinthe. Green or verte absinthe is made with maceration of plants, while some, usually low-quality versions, can be artificially dyed.
Although a doctor Pierre Ordinaire is often credited as the inventor of absinthe, the truth is that the plant has been used for centuries before the alleged Ordinaire’s creation.
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This renowned cherry brandy has been produced in the Zug region for over two hundred years. It is distilled from local cherry varieties and results in a clear, colorless spirit that is characterized by an intense, fruity flavor and subtle almond nuances.
Best served slightly chilled, Zuger kirsch is traditionally enjoyed neat, preferably as a digestif. The brandy is also known for its versatile culinary use. It is one of the essential ingredients in Zuger kirschtorte (Zug cherry cake) and spiced Basler läckerli cookies.
Damassine is a Swiss plum brandy that is traditionally produced in the Canton of Jura. It is distilled from fermented damson (damassine) plums. These small red plums are cultivated across Europe, but their origin still remains unclear.
The brandy is clear and colorless, with a strong cherry aroma and subtle herbaceous and almond notes. Damassine holds a protected AOP (PDO) status, and the entire production must take place in the designated area. When distilled, the brandy can only be mixed with regional water to reach the desired 40% ABV.
It has to be aged for a minimum of six months.
This clear, colorless fruit brandy is distilled from ripe, locally grown cherries, and it can be produced in the entire canton of Zug as well as several municipalities in the canton of Schwyz and Lucerne. Rigi kirsch has a distinctive, intense fruity flavor that is complemented by a subtle bitterness.
The drink is usually served neat, but it can also be incorporated into desserts, cheese fondue, coffee, or tea.
This clear, colorless fruit brandy is produced from fermented Williams pears that are cultivated in Valais. The final distillate is combined with water to reach the desired 40% ABV, and it is then aged for a minimum of six months. This strong spirit is characterized by its intense pear flavor and subtle herbaceous aromas.
It is usually enjoyed as a digestif that is best served neat and well-chilled, but it is also incorporated in cocktails and desserts.
VARIATIONS OF Eau-de-Vie de Poire du Valais
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Seven Seals Innovation, based in Stans, Switzerland, is a pioneering company specializing in the production of whisky and rum. Known for its innovative "Stockhausen" method, the company has revolutionized the maturation process by significantly reducing the time required for spirits to reach their optimal flavor profile.
Seven Seals combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, offering a range of premium products that cater to diverse tastes. Their portfolio includes the Classic Line, featuring finishes such as Amarone, Peated Port, Port, and Sherry Wood, as well as the Zodiac Line, a series of limited editions inspired by the zodiac signs, each with unique flavor profiles.
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The distillery takes pride in its sustainable approach, using natural ingredients and eco-friendly methods to minimize its environmental impact. Jurassic Spirits’s commitment to excellence and attention to detail have positioned it as a standout name in the Swiss craft spirits market, appealing to gin enthusiasts and connoisseurs seeking authentic and high-quality products.
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