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Fairytale Distillery: High-proof enjoyment from the Highlands of Scotland

Founded in 2018 by Thomas and his team, the distillery has quickly made a name for itself through award-winning, handcrafted gins and the passion with which they create exceptional spirits in the unspoiled Highlands. In picturesque Ardelve, where the hills of the Isle of Skye frame the crystal-clear waters of Loch Alsh, each bottle combines history, craftsmanship and dedication. The heart of the distillery is a copper still in an old witch’s cottage on a peninsula where tradition and innovation merge. Gins made from classic, regional and global botanicals are created in pristine nature. Spring water from the surrounding area, the expertise of botanists Martin and Stephan, and Thomas’ attention to detail ensure that every gin is a tribute to the region and exemplifies a passion for quality.

The success story began with exclusive gins. The specialisation in Navy Strength Gin set a new standard. Classic, Oriental, Floral and Herbal Navy Strength gins added a touch of luxury to the range. Absinthe was later presented, reinterpreted according to ancient recipes with modern craftsmanship. Now a whisky is shedding new light on the history of the distillery. Dornie Dram is an honest blend that combines the tranquillity of the Highlands with craftsmanship. In contrast to smoky, peaty whiskies, it impresses with its velvety texture and harmonious warmth. The distillery’s philosophy combines nature, tradition and innovation, making it a delight for connoisseurs and explorers alike. Each creation proves that there are no limits in the world of craftsmanship and that true passion is alive in every bottle.

Dornie Dram Silver, Dornie Dram Gold and Highland Gin all won Gold at the World Spirits Award.

Grenada Distillers: From a sugar factory to a world-class rum distillery

The Grenada sugar factory was founded in 1937 and renamed Grenada Distillers Limited in 2001. The finest spirits on the Caribbean island are manufactured here, from the fermentation of the molasses and distillation, blending and maturing to bottling and sales. The trademark product, Clarke’s Court Rum, was named after a nearby bay in the Woodlands Valley, in the southern part of the island. From 2001 to today, the company has grown considerably. There is currently a choice of 23 spirits for local, regional and international markets. During the COVID-19 pandemic, two special products were launched on the market: a disinfectant solution and a hand disinfectant.

The prime goal is the creation of world-class products through a constant extension of the product range: AMAZ-IN Brand of Creams, flavoured rums, exotic spicy rums refined with local spices and fruits, and premium aged rums. The pre-cast Pure White Rum is still the market leader and Grenada’s most popular rum ambassador.

The management of food safety has the highest priority during the growth of the company. Grenada Distillers Limited has been ISO-certified since 2017 – a necessary framework condition for ensuring a safe product in a safe environment.

This World Class Distillery 2026 received Double Gold for Clark’s Court Pure White and Clark’s Court Amaz-In Chocolate Cream Liqueur, Gold for Clark’s Court Special Dark, Clark’s Court Amaz-In Coffee Liqueur and Clark’s Court Black Gold, and Silver for Clark’s Court Campeche.

Stock Polska – Prestige products with history

Polmos Lublin (known today as Stock Polska) was founded by the industrialist Emil Plage in Lublin in 1906 and was able to survive both world wars and the communist state leadership. The company was nationalised in 1948 and re-privatised in 2001. It traded on the Warsaw Stock Exchange until 2005 and was sold in 2006. The new owners, Oaktree Capital Management, purchased the spirits division from Eckes Stock in 2007 and thereby laid the foundations for the current Stock Spirits Group. The company has its headquarters in Luxembourg, its service centre in Great Britain and its production sites in the Czech Republic, Italy and Poland.

Stock dates back to the year 1884 when Lionello Stock founded a beverages business in Trieste. He purchased a distillery in 1920 in what is currently part of the Czech Republic with the aim of tapping into new markets. This was followed by distilleries, bottling plants and warehouses in Italy, Austria, Poland, Hungary and Yugoslavia. In the 1920s, Stock was one of the biggest companies of its kind in Europe.

After an absence of 70 years, Stock returned to Poland and began to manufacture at the historic site of Lublin, 150 kilometres south-east of Warsaw. Intensive investment led to the creation of the most modern distillery in Poland and a leadership position on the vodka market. Poland’s most popular flavoured vodka is produced here: Zoladkowa Gorzka.

Lots of Stock products are produced by traditional recipes. These classical brands appeal to connoisseurs all over the world. In return, work is constantly being done on innovations that correspond to modern tastes and new drinking cultures. Quality standards are constantly upheld in both areas, of course.

The quality of the products was recognised at the World Spirits Award with a gold medal for the Orkisz Spelt Vodka.

LA SU Gin: Exotic holiday feeling in a glass

Alexander Kayser and Christopher Schuh are true gin lovers and founders of the brand LA SU Gin – a registered brand of Expo Outline Messebau und Event GmbH in Altenstadt, with Alexander Kayser as the managing partner.

After exploring many trains of thought, it was clear to both of them that it had to be exotic. LA SU Gin is a premium handcrafted gin with a hint of fruity mango. Distilled in small batches, traditionally and without additives, it is made in one of the oldest distilleries in Europe. The mango gives it a special freshness and balances the tart notes of the spices perfectly. Next to the mango, LA SU evokes a sense of travel. Enjoy a holiday feeling and discover new taste sensations. The elaborate bottle design reflects a love of detail and certainly leaves an impression.

At the World Spirits Award, bronze was achieved by LA SU *MGO* Natural Mango.