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Destillerie
Company:
Kavalan Distillery
Address:
326, Sec 2, Yuan-Shan Rd, Yuan-Shan
Place:
264444 Yilan
Country:
Taiwan, Province of China
Homepage:
Products:
- Whisky Allgemein
Kavalan – Taiwan’s first single malt whisky
Taiwan’s natural resources gave rise to the founding of the country’s first whisky distillery. Behind the whisky is the King Car Group which operates companies in various sectors, including drinks, food, bio-technology, aquaculture among others. For years, they were looking for the perfect place for whisky production on the subtropical island, where hot, humid summers accelerate the maturation process. Yilan in the north-east of Taiwan was chosen due to the pure spring water of the Central Mountain Range and Snowy Mountain Range. The location also has the cleanest air in the country and is close to the Pacific, where the cool winds from Siberia can be felt in winter. An ideal setting for letting the whisky breathe in its casks.
The distillery was built in record time in just nine months with the first drops produced on 11 March 2006 and the first bottles of Kavalan issued in December 2008. Today, Kavalan is the most-sold product in this field. The company’s technical equipment includes copper distillation stills from overseas, various cask types (bourbon, sherry, American oak, etc.) and professional advisors – some with more than 30 years of experience in drinks manufacture.
The company’s results at the World Spirits Award are just as impressive as the dimensions of its distillery: as well as double gold for the Kavalan Solist Fino Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky, there were another 16 golds and one silver.
Taiwan’s natural resources gave rise to the founding of the country’s first whisky distillery. Behind the whisky is the King Car Group which operates companies in various sectors, including drinks, food, bio-technology, aquaculture among others. For years, they were looking for the perfect place for whisky production on the subtropical island, where hot, humid summers accelerate the maturation process. Yilan in the north-east of Taiwan was chosen due to the pure spring water of the Central Mountain Range and Snowy Mountain Range. The location also has the cleanest air in the country and is close to the Pacific, where the cool winds from Siberia can be felt in winter. An ideal setting for letting the whisky breathe in its casks.
The distillery was built in record time in just nine months with the first drops produced on 11 March 2006 and the first bottles of Kavalan issued in December 2008. Today, Kavalan is the most-sold product in this field. The company’s technical equipment includes copper distillation stills from overseas, various cask types (bourbon, sherry, American oak, etc.) and professional advisors – some with more than 30 years of experience in drinks manufacture.
The company’s results at the World Spirits Award are just as impressive as the dimensions of its distillery: as well as double gold for the Kavalan Solist Fino Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky, there were another 16 golds and one silver.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Gold | 96.3 | Kavalan Solist Fino Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 94.7 | Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 94.7 | Kavalan Solist Amontillado Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 94.3 | Kavalan Solist Manzanilla Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 94 | Kavalan ex-Bourbon Oak Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 94 | Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 93.3 | Kavalan Solist Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 93.3 | Kavalan Distillery Reserve Rum Cask Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 93.3 | Kavalan Solist Brandy Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 93.3 | Kavalan Solist Moscatel Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 93 | Kavalan Solist Port Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 92.7 | Kavalan Sherry Oak Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 92.7 | Kavalan Distillery Reserve Peaty Cask Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 92.7 | Kavalan Solist PX Sherry Single Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 92 | Kavalan Classic Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 91 | Kavalan Podium Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Gold | 90 | King Car Conductor Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
| Silver | 89 | Kavalan Concertmaster Single Malt Whisky | 2018 | Details |
Destillerie
Company:
Badische Staatsbrauerei Rothaus AG
Address:
Rothaus 1
Place:
79865 Grafenhausen
Country:
Germany
Homepage:
Products:
- Andere
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 94.3 | Black Forest Rothaus Single Malt Whisky Aged 10 Years | 2023 | Details |
| Gold | 91.3 | Black Forest Rothaus Single Malt Whisky | 2023 | Details |
| Silver | 84 | Black Forest Rothaus Single Malt Whisky Pinot Noir Cask | 2023 | Details |
Handel
Company:
Roust Hungary Kft.
Address:
Alkotás utca 50
Place:
1123 Budapest
Country:
Hungary
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
Roust Hungary: Affordable luxury on the spirits market
Roust was founded in 1992 by the Russian businessman Roustam Tariko and quickly developed into a leading business group in the sale of premium spirits brands. One of the world’s leading vodka producers, the company is present in more than 80 countries. Roust owns production plants and distribution centres in Hungary, Russia and Italy. The comprehensive portfolio includes the flagship vodka brands of Russian Standard, Green Mark, Parliament and Zhuravli.
Thanks to its extensive knowledge in sales and marketing and its commitment to responsible alcohol consumption, Roust Hungary has become the leading supplier on the domestic spirits market. The largest premium spirits company in Hungary also sells the Royal, Zubrówka, Russian Standard, Gancia, Grants, Jägermeister and Metaxa brands.
For years, Royal Vodka has maintained its position as the most popular and well-known vodka brand in Hungary, and also remains market leader in terms of volume and turnover. Royal Vodka is produced using natural ingredients, from the grain to the well water, which contributes to its mild taste.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Royal Original Vodka, and bronze for Royal Raspberry Liqueur.
Roust was founded in 1992 by the Russian businessman Roustam Tariko and quickly developed into a leading business group in the sale of premium spirits brands. One of the world’s leading vodka producers, the company is present in more than 80 countries. Roust owns production plants and distribution centres in Hungary, Russia and Italy. The comprehensive portfolio includes the flagship vodka brands of Russian Standard, Green Mark, Parliament and Zhuravli.
Thanks to its extensive knowledge in sales and marketing and its commitment to responsible alcohol consumption, Roust Hungary has become the leading supplier on the domestic spirits market. The largest premium spirits company in Hungary also sells the Royal, Zubrówka, Russian Standard, Gancia, Grants, Jägermeister and Metaxa brands.
For years, Royal Vodka has maintained its position as the most popular and well-known vodka brand in Hungary, and also remains market leader in terms of volume and turnover. Royal Vodka is produced using natural ingredients, from the grain to the well water, which contributes to its mild taste.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Royal Original Vodka, and bronze for Royal Raspberry Liqueur.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 90.3 | Royal Original Vodka | 2022 | Details |
| Bronze | 78 | Royal Raspberry Liqueur | 2022 | Details |
Handel
Company:
Wind GmbH
Address:
Schwechatzeile 23
Place:
2514 Traiskirchen
Country:
Austria
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
Rhumerie de Chamarel - Rhumerie de Chamarel – A newcomer with vision
This high-quality rum from the island of Mauritius is produced in line with ecological guidelines. The products are distributed in Austria by the company Wind GmbH, based in Traiskirchen (www.wind-plast.at).
The road leads through extensive pineapple plantations and fields of sugar cane up to the distillery at an altitude of 300 m in the South-West of the island. Designed by a renowned architect, the building is elegant and authentic and a fine example of modern construction with its natural materials such as wood, stone and water. The comprehensive concept also incorporates the L’Alchimiste restaurant where up to 80 guests can savour the sophisticated regional cuisine. At the “Sugar Cane Spirit” boutique, various types of rum are on offer (White Rum, Le Coeur de Chauffe (fine brandy), Rum Paille (stored in wooden casks), Rum Arrange (flavoured with fruits and spices) as well as an exclusive clothing range, hand-made products and a small jewellery collection.
The location and climate of the fertile valley promote the growth and quality of the sugarcane. The sugarcane is harvested by hand in the early hours of the morning and processed at the mill within four hours. The fields are not normally burnt, as is usually the case, to make harvesting easier. Even when distilling at the highest modern levels of technology, nothing is wasted: the bagasse – the fibrous remnants of the sugar production process – is burnt to obtain energy. The chimney contains the very latest smoke filters and the ash is used to fertilise the fields.
The company yet again impressed at the World-Spirits Award, with one gold and four silvers.
This high-quality rum from the island of Mauritius is produced in line with ecological guidelines. The products are distributed in Austria by the company Wind GmbH, based in Traiskirchen (www.wind-plast.at).
The road leads through extensive pineapple plantations and fields of sugar cane up to the distillery at an altitude of 300 m in the South-West of the island. Designed by a renowned architect, the building is elegant and authentic and a fine example of modern construction with its natural materials such as wood, stone and water. The comprehensive concept also incorporates the L’Alchimiste restaurant where up to 80 guests can savour the sophisticated regional cuisine. At the “Sugar Cane Spirit” boutique, various types of rum are on offer (White Rum, Le Coeur de Chauffe (fine brandy), Rum Paille (stored in wooden casks), Rum Arrange (flavoured with fruits and spices) as well as an exclusive clothing range, hand-made products and a small jewellery collection.
The location and climate of the fertile valley promote the growth and quality of the sugarcane. The sugarcane is harvested by hand in the early hours of the morning and processed at the mill within four hours. The fields are not normally burnt, as is usually the case, to make harvesting easier. Even when distilling at the highest modern levels of technology, nothing is wasted: the bagasse – the fibrous remnants of the sugar production process – is burnt to obtain energy. The chimney contains the very latest smoke filters and the ash is used to fertilise the fields.
The company yet again impressed at the World-Spirits Award, with one gold and four silvers.