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Destillerie
Company:
Ko-Milla SpA
Address:
Ruta T424 No 2185/Casilla 114
Place:
5090000 Valdivia
Country:
Chile
Homepage:
Products:
- Obst-Brände
- Whisky Allgemein
Ko-Milla SpA: Patagonian brandy distiller
Born in Bavaria, Alex Wopper once sailed around the world in his yacht for four years. In Chile he decided to settle down and founded a shipyard for luxury yachts (export). About 16 years ago he discovered his passion for distillation. Three years ago, after many attempts, journeys of discovery, courses and seminars on distillation, he found- ed the official distillery Ko-Milla SpA, with an emphasis on single malt whiskies.
At the northern end of Patagonia, barley is grown, which is then processed in his small malting plant: currently 200 kilograms per week. The malt mash is processed in a 200-litre pot and, after a slow, open fermentation, is distilled in a 200-litre still (built by Tiroler Kupferschmiede). The first result is collected in a stainless steel kettle and distilled into a fine distillate in a 100-litre still from the same manufacturer. It is then matured in 125-litre barrels that previously contained sherry and 55-litre barrels that previously contained bourbon, made of American white oak. The brandies are stored for at least three years, with a view to much longer maturation periods.
In late summer in southern Chile, fruit brandies are distilled from his own farm produce. Quinces, various apple and pear varieties, damsons and hazelnuts are used. There are also a variety of berries and spices here that he is experimenting with. From 2020, Wopper wants to concentrate on the fascinating world of distillery, to expand and professionalise the malting plant, and to build up his own professional, independent distribution business.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Cuvée Pera Cigar Brandy, and silver for Single Malt Whisky.
Born in Bavaria, Alex Wopper once sailed around the world in his yacht for four years. In Chile he decided to settle down and founded a shipyard for luxury yachts (export). About 16 years ago he discovered his passion for distillation. Three years ago, after many attempts, journeys of discovery, courses and seminars on distillation, he found- ed the official distillery Ko-Milla SpA, with an emphasis on single malt whiskies.
At the northern end of Patagonia, barley is grown, which is then processed in his small malting plant: currently 200 kilograms per week. The malt mash is processed in a 200-litre pot and, after a slow, open fermentation, is distilled in a 200-litre still (built by Tiroler Kupferschmiede). The first result is collected in a stainless steel kettle and distilled into a fine distillate in a 100-litre still from the same manufacturer. It is then matured in 125-litre barrels that previously contained sherry and 55-litre barrels that previously contained bourbon, made of American white oak. The brandies are stored for at least three years, with a view to much longer maturation periods.
In late summer in southern Chile, fruit brandies are distilled from his own farm produce. Quinces, various apple and pear varieties, damsons and hazelnuts are used. There are also a variety of berries and spices here that he is experimenting with. From 2020, Wopper wants to concentrate on the fascinating world of distillery, to expand and professionalise the malting plant, and to build up his own professional, independent distribution business.
At the World Spirits Award, there was gold for Cuvée Pera Cigar Brandy, and silver for Single Malt Whisky.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 92 | Zigarrenbrand Cuvée Pera | 2020 | Details |
| Silver | 81 | Single Malt Whisky | 2020 | Details |
Destillerie
Company:
Fünfundsechzig07 Spirits GbR
Address:
Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 36
Place:
55218 Ingelheim am Rhein
Country:
Germany
Homepage:
Products:
- Gin
Fünfundsechzig07: Five men – one mission
In summer 2018, a decision was made by Christian Dautermann, Heinz Dengel, Thorsten Winternheimer and Jörg and Joachim Schweizer: Ingelheim needed a gin, and one with depth. Edgy, strong and distinctive. No sooner said than done: the result is a local version of the cult spirit, with the noteworthy name Fünfundsechzig07. Every true Ingelheim local knows that is the old postcode of the Rhine-Hessian town – and at the same time a liquid declaration of love to their hometown.
19 botanicals in the Ingelheim Dry Gin provide a true taste explosion. Lemongrass, cardamom, orange blossom and bitter orange make it a distinctive counterpart to the predominantly sweetish range of gins. “Fünfundsechzig07 is simply different: edgy, deep and full of character – just as a product from our hometown should taste,” Thorsten Winternheimer states. The expertise was provided by Heinz Dengel, in whose distillery, in existence since 1882, the gin was produced. A labour of love, as he explains: “It was our first gin, but thanks to plenty of experience no problem. On the contrary, we are happy to be able to try out something new.” Christian Dautermann, who presented the gin at his wine tasting days, is also impressed. The gin is also well-received among wine drinkers. “We met with great interest and the feedback was very positive. This motivates us, of course,” the vintner is delighted to report.
At the World Spirits Award, gold was awarded to Fünfundsechzig07 Ingelheim Dry Gin.
In summer 2018, a decision was made by Christian Dautermann, Heinz Dengel, Thorsten Winternheimer and Jörg and Joachim Schweizer: Ingelheim needed a gin, and one with depth. Edgy, strong and distinctive. No sooner said than done: the result is a local version of the cult spirit, with the noteworthy name Fünfundsechzig07. Every true Ingelheim local knows that is the old postcode of the Rhine-Hessian town – and at the same time a liquid declaration of love to their hometown.
19 botanicals in the Ingelheim Dry Gin provide a true taste explosion. Lemongrass, cardamom, orange blossom and bitter orange make it a distinctive counterpart to the predominantly sweetish range of gins. “Fünfundsechzig07 is simply different: edgy, deep and full of character – just as a product from our hometown should taste,” Thorsten Winternheimer states. The expertise was provided by Heinz Dengel, in whose distillery, in existence since 1882, the gin was produced. A labour of love, as he explains: “It was our first gin, but thanks to plenty of experience no problem. On the contrary, we are happy to be able to try out something new.” Christian Dautermann, who presented the gin at his wine tasting days, is also impressed. The gin is also well-received among wine drinkers. “We met with great interest and the feedback was very positive. This motivates us, of course,” the vintner is delighted to report.
At the World Spirits Award, gold was awarded to Fünfundsechzig07 Ingelheim Dry Gin.
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 94 | Fünfundsechzig07 Ingelheim Dry Gin | 2021 | Details |
Handel
Company:
The Patron Spirits Company
Address:
6670 South Valley View
Place:
Las Vegas 89118
Country:
United States
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
- Destillerie
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 94.7 | Patron XO Cafe | 2014 | Details |
| Silver | 81 | Pyrot Rum XO Reserve | 2014 | Details |
Handel
Company:
J.A.Gilka KG
Address:
Hubert-Underberg-Allee 1
Place:
47493 Rheinberg
Country:
Germany
Homepage:
Products:
- Spirituosen Wiederverkauf
- Destillerie
| Awards | Points | Spirit | Event | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | 88 | Gilka Bio | 2012 | Details |