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Destillerie
Company:
Arnold Dettling/Hecht Distillerie AG
Address:
Beromünsterstrasse 12
Place:
6204 Sempach
Country:
Switzerland
Homepage:
Products:
- Obst-Brände
- Obst-Geiste & Spirituosen
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
- Restaurant - Klassisch (exklusiv)
Arnold Dettling: The world of the cherry at its very best
In 1867, Franz-Xaver Dettling established a distillery in Brunnen on the shores of Lake Lucerne, devoted to the mountain cherries from Schwyz, and so, in 2017, the Dettling company celebrated its 150th anniversary. 25-year-old Arnold Dettling took over the business in 1909, which from then on carried his name. In 1991, they established ties with global players Underberg, also a family-owned company. In 2000, the distillery was brought up-to-date technically. The Dettling company is committed to the motto ‘only kirsch will do’. The greatest skill of distilling, as well as first-class, select raw materials, the expertly assisted fermentation pro-cess, and lots of love for detail are the foundations for the high-class distillates from Dettling.
Dettling is one of the leading kirsch producers in the world; they value their personal relationship with their cherry growers. The select fruits often come from only a few farms or even individual trees. Of the more than 800 cherry varieties, only about 40 are suitable for distilling. For one litre of kirsch, eight kilograms of cherries are needed. The mash is left to ferment in a rock cave. Afterwards, the brandies are stored in demi-johns or wooden casks. It is not just the classic cherry brandies which are in demand at Dettling – innovation is too.
The World Class Distillery 2019 OBB (Distillery of the Year 2019 – Gold) received double gold for Dettling Lau-erzer (Spirit of the Year 2019), Dettling Langstieler (Spirit of the Year & World Spirits Award 2019), gold for Dettling Wildkirsche (wild cherry), Dettling Holzfassgereift (matured in wooden casks), Dettling Vielle Kirsch, Dettling Kirschenlikör (cherry liqueur), Dettling Brandy and Réserve AOP Rigi Kirsch.
In 1867, Franz-Xaver Dettling established a distillery in Brunnen on the shores of Lake Lucerne, devoted to the mountain cherries from Schwyz, and so, in 2017, the Dettling company celebrated its 150th anniversary. 25-year-old Arnold Dettling took over the business in 1909, which from then on carried his name. In 1991, they established ties with global players Underberg, also a family-owned company. In 2000, the distillery was brought up-to-date technically. The Dettling company is committed to the motto ‘only kirsch will do’. The greatest skill of distilling, as well as first-class, select raw materials, the expertly assisted fermentation pro-cess, and lots of love for detail are the foundations for the high-class distillates from Dettling.
Dettling is one of the leading kirsch producers in the world; they value their personal relationship with their cherry growers. The select fruits often come from only a few farms or even individual trees. Of the more than 800 cherry varieties, only about 40 are suitable for distilling. For one litre of kirsch, eight kilograms of cherries are needed. The mash is left to ferment in a rock cave. Afterwards, the brandies are stored in demi-johns or wooden casks. It is not just the classic cherry brandies which are in demand at Dettling – innovation is too.
The World Class Distillery 2019 OBB (Distillery of the Year 2019 – Gold) received double gold for Dettling Lau-erzer (Spirit of the Year 2019), Dettling Langstieler (Spirit of the Year & World Spirits Award 2019), gold for Dettling Wildkirsche (wild cherry), Dettling Holzfassgereift (matured in wooden casks), Dettling Vielle Kirsch, Dettling Kirschenlikör (cherry liqueur), Dettling Brandy and Réserve AOP Rigi Kirsch.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double-Gold | 96.3 | Dettling Langstieler | 2019 | Details |
| Double-Gold | 95.8 | Dettling Lauerzer | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 95 | Dettling Wildkirsche | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 94 | Dettling Brandy | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 94 | Dettling Kirschenlikör | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 93.7 | Dettling Holzfassgereift | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 93.3 | Dettling Vielle Kirsch | 2019 | Details |
| Gold | 92 | Réserve AOP Rigi Kirsch | 2019 | Details |
Destillerie
Company:
Gerührt und Geschüttelt Köln GmbH
Address:
Neusser Land Straße 87
Place:
50769 Köln
Country:
Germany
Homepage:
Products:
- Rum
Gerührt und geschüttelt: Tradition trifft auf Innovation
Devrim 1923 Raki – Efsun steht für einen zeitgemäßen Zugang zur türkischen Raki-Kultur. Das Geschwister-Start-up aus Köln, gegründet von Bedrana Mani und Selman Mani, verbindet kulturelles Erbe mit modernem Verständnis von Genuss. Nach ersten Sondereditionen ist der Efsun seit April 2025 am Markt, als dauerhaft verfügbare Interpretation der Marke Devrim 1923.Der Name Efsun bedeutet Faszination und Verzauberung und beschreibt die besondere Wirkung, die über den Geschmack hinausgeht und sich aus Rezeptur, Atmosphäre und Moment zusammensetzt. Historisch betrachtet war Raki nie auf eine Aromatik reduziert. Ursprünglich wurde er mit vielen Botanicals hergestellt, regional, kulturell und handwerklich geprägt. Erst spätere Vereinheitlichung und Monopolisierung bewirkte die Reduktion auf Anis und Traube. Devrim 1923 greift den ursprünglichen Gedanken wieder auf. Der Name bedeutet Revolution und ist programmatisch zu verstehen.
Vollzogen wird eine Rückkehr zu den Wurzeln des Raki, interpretiert mit zeitgemäßem Anspruch. Neben Anis und Traube prägen Früchte und Blüten das Profil. Aromen von Granatapfel, Feige, Edelkirsch, Blaubeere, Pistazie, Aprikose, Mandarine und Rose verleihen die vielschichtige, elegante Charakteristik. Die Erweiterung der Botanicals verleiht besondere Leichtigkeit und Vielseitigkeit. Er überzeugt im klassischen Genuss ebenso wie pur, auf Eis oder in Cocktails und Highballs und öffnet Raki für neue Genussmomente, ohne seine kulturelle Herkunft zu verlieren. Mit dem Efsun verfolgen Bedrana und Selman Mani das Ziel, Raki als hochwertige, international anschluss-
fähige Spirituose neu zu denken – als Rückkehr zu seinen Ursprüngen und zugleich als bewusste Revolution im modernen Genussverständnis.
Beim World-Spirits Award gab es Gold für den Devrim 1923 Efsun Raki.
Devrim 1923 Raki – Efsun steht für einen zeitgemäßen Zugang zur türkischen Raki-Kultur. Das Geschwister-Start-up aus Köln, gegründet von Bedrana Mani und Selman Mani, verbindet kulturelles Erbe mit modernem Verständnis von Genuss. Nach ersten Sondereditionen ist der Efsun seit April 2025 am Markt, als dauerhaft verfügbare Interpretation der Marke Devrim 1923.Der Name Efsun bedeutet Faszination und Verzauberung und beschreibt die besondere Wirkung, die über den Geschmack hinausgeht und sich aus Rezeptur, Atmosphäre und Moment zusammensetzt. Historisch betrachtet war Raki nie auf eine Aromatik reduziert. Ursprünglich wurde er mit vielen Botanicals hergestellt, regional, kulturell und handwerklich geprägt. Erst spätere Vereinheitlichung und Monopolisierung bewirkte die Reduktion auf Anis und Traube. Devrim 1923 greift den ursprünglichen Gedanken wieder auf. Der Name bedeutet Revolution und ist programmatisch zu verstehen.
Vollzogen wird eine Rückkehr zu den Wurzeln des Raki, interpretiert mit zeitgemäßem Anspruch. Neben Anis und Traube prägen Früchte und Blüten das Profil. Aromen von Granatapfel, Feige, Edelkirsch, Blaubeere, Pistazie, Aprikose, Mandarine und Rose verleihen die vielschichtige, elegante Charakteristik. Die Erweiterung der Botanicals verleiht besondere Leichtigkeit und Vielseitigkeit. Er überzeugt im klassischen Genuss ebenso wie pur, auf Eis oder in Cocktails und Highballs und öffnet Raki für neue Genussmomente, ohne seine kulturelle Herkunft zu verlieren. Mit dem Efsun verfolgen Bedrana und Selman Mani das Ziel, Raki als hochwertige, international anschluss-
fähige Spirituose neu zu denken – als Rückkehr zu seinen Ursprüngen und zugleich als bewusste Revolution im modernen Genussverständnis.
Beim World-Spirits Award gab es Gold für den Devrim 1923 Efsun Raki.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 94 | Devrim 1923 Efsun | 2026 | 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:
Georg Hemmeter GmbH
Address:
Hubert-Underberg-Allee 1
Place:
47493 Rheinberg
Country:
Germany
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
- Destillerie
Georg Hemmeter – XUXU, Escorial, SILLA EL FUERTE
Georg Hemmeter – strawberry drinks with exceptional flavour guaranteed
The name Georg Hemmeter – a company of the Underberg Group – stands for innovative spirits, in particular the XUXU range. The fresh and fruity strawberry drink contains 66 percent fruit plus crystal-clear vodka, rounded off with a dash of lime. The harmony between the sweetness of the fruit and just 15% alcohol by volume is created using a special production method. XUXU Ten, the little luxury in a 250 ml aluminium bottle with only 10% alcohol by volume, is dressed to party – it is still relatively new to the market, yet is already at home in all the world’s top party venues.
XUXU can be served in so many different ways: chilled, neat, on crushed ice, as a dessert topping, with sparkling wine or with other mixers – XUXU tastes heavenly and offers fresh and fruity pleasure. Welcome to Berrydise!
Initially the absolute top star in Greece, XUXU is now also number 1 in Russia, and extremely popular in Turkey and Italy too.
XUXU Strawberry & Vodka Drink and XUXU Ten won Gold at the World Spirits Award 2014.
Georg Hemmeter – strawberry drinks with exceptional flavour guaranteed
The name Georg Hemmeter – a company of the Underberg Group – stands for innovative spirits, in particular the XUXU range. The fresh and fruity strawberry drink contains 66 percent fruit plus crystal-clear vodka, rounded off with a dash of lime. The harmony between the sweetness of the fruit and just 15% alcohol by volume is created using a special production method. XUXU Ten, the little luxury in a 250 ml aluminium bottle with only 10% alcohol by volume, is dressed to party – it is still relatively new to the market, yet is already at home in all the world’s top party venues.
XUXU can be served in so many different ways: chilled, neat, on crushed ice, as a dessert topping, with sparkling wine or with other mixers – XUXU tastes heavenly and offers fresh and fruity pleasure. Welcome to Berrydise!
Initially the absolute top star in Greece, XUXU is now also number 1 in Russia, and extremely popular in Turkey and Italy too.
XUXU Strawberry & Vodka Drink and XUXU Ten won Gold at the World Spirits Award 2014.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 93 | Xuxu Strawberry & Vodka drink | 2014 | Details |
| Gold | 91 | Xuxu ten | 2014 | Details |