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Bockmeyer: Customised product formulations and distillates

Bockmeyer Kellereitechnik GmbH has been an established supplier to distilleries in Germany, Europe and the USA for over 40 years. In addition, customers are advised on initial equipment and extensions to their technical systems. The company relies on many established manufacturers to configure suitable systems to meet customer requirements. True to the slogan ‘everything from a single source’, the range includes not only machines but also flavours, botanicals, consumables and bottles of all kinds, many of which are available on demand. Moreover, individual, tailormade product recipes and distillates for direct sale are developed in an in-house distillery run by an employee. In addition, a large selection of ready-to-sell spirits, liqueurs and vinegars in large containers has been available for many years.

In 2026, the gin series of Bockmeyer Lyndl Gin and Bockmeyer Citra Gin was expanded to include Bockmeyer P3PP3R & RSE. This impresses consumers with a fine floral note and complements the existing gins with a focus on lavender or citrus flavours. In 2026, Bockmeyer’s own premium vodka will also be available for the first time, with a subtle hint of pepper.

At the World Spirits Award, Gold went to Bockmeyer Gin P3PP3R & RSE and Bockmeyer Premium Vodka, and Silver to Bockmeyer Citra Gin and Bockmeyer Lyndl Gin.

Gautier-Mückstein: Tradition meets innovation

For generations, the traditional family business Gautier-Mückstein has been pampering people’s palates. The company produces over one million bottles a year and has an impressive portfolio of innovative products such as the ChocoLat range and vegan cream liqueurs, which were converted to plant-based in 2022. Classics such as hazelnut liqueur, the Kaiser-Franz-Josef range or seasonal creations such as punch cake liqueur or summery limoncello complete the range.

The history of Gautier-Mückstein began in 1880 in a small production facility in Vienna’s Schottenfeldgasse. The company has developed steadily since the takeover by Wilhelm Mückstein in 1948 and the integration of the Perchtoldsdorf company Gautier & Co in 1955. Today, the portfolio extends far beyond spirits and, since the integration of Ellinger & Co in 2007, also includes aromas, essences and raw materials for the food industry.

With many years of experience and a wide range of products, Gautier-Mückstein combines traditional values with modern developments and thus contributes to the diversity and quality of the Austrian spirits landscape.

The World Class Distillery 2025 & Distillery of the Year 2025 – Bronze (Bitters & Liqueurs) received Double Gold for ChocoLat Chocolate Chilli Liqueur 15% vol, and Gold for Unsere Haselnuss Spirituose 33% vol (hazelnut), Herbal Liqueur 27% vol, ChocoLat Chocolate Orange Liqueur 15% vol, ChocoLat Chocolate Nougat Liqueur 15% vol and Marzipan Cream Liqueur 15% vol. Silver was awarded to Punschkrapfenlikör 15% vol (punch cake liqueur) and Cherry Brandy Liqueur 20% vol, and Bronze to Hazelnut Cream Liqueur 15% vol.

Clint Wilfred & Sons – Good taste for rapidly expanding markets

Clint Wilfred & Sons Ltd brings a carefully selected portfolio of drinks to the Gulf region and Southeast Asia. The young company targets fast-moving products in the HORECA – Hotel/Restaurant/Café and Hotel/Restaurant/Catering market segment. It is run by Clint Wilfred, whose family has been in the spirit production and distribution business for over four decades.

One main focus of business activities lies in the United Arab Emirates. To offer new products on this rapidly growing market is a great challenge, as the demand for premium and niche products is constantly increasing and customers’ wishes are very diverse. The range, therefore, also includes non-alcoholic and carbonated soft drinks, still and sparkling water, ready-to-drink teas, energy sport drinks and other New Age drinks. There is also a strong focus on a wide selection of packaging sizes and formats.

One special product in the spirits product category is Count Cristo Blended Scotch Whisky, a premium blend with a high malt content from the Scottish Speyside region and with some lowland malt for added depth and character.

At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Count Cristo Blended Scotch Whisky.