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Reisetbauer Spirits – Finest Distillates from Upper Austria

The Reisetbauer quality distillery is one of the most modern and renowned distilleries in Austria. Located in Axberg, a picturesque village in Upper Austria, the name Reisetbauer stands for the highest quality, sustainability, and innovation in the world of premium spirits. Since 1994, Hans Reisetbauer has been delighting connoisseurs around the world with his unique distillates.

The History of the Reisetbauer Distillery

The cornerstone of the success story of the Reisetbauer distillery was laid in 1994 when Hans Reisetbauer began to focus intensively on the distillation of high-quality fruit brandies. What started as a traditional agricultural business evolved over the years into one of the most innovative and successful distilleries in Europe. Today, the family business is run by Hans and his son Hansi Reisetbauer, who continue the tradition and enrich it with new ideas.

Philosophy: Quality Creates Friendship

The credo of Hans Reisetbauer is: "Quality creates friendship." This principle runs through the entire production process – from the selection of fruits to the distillation. Sustainability and respect for nature play a central role. A large portion of the fruits used comes from the family’s own orchards, ensuring the best quality and short transport distances.

The Location: Axberg in Upper Austria

The Reisetbauer distillery is located in Axberg, a small village in the municipality of Kirchberg-Thening in Upper Austria. The region is characterized by fertile soils and a moderate climate, offering ideal conditions for fruit and grain cultivation. The soils are rich in nutrients, which is directly reflected in the quality of the raw materials.

The Family’s Orchards: Perfect Conditions for the Best Fruits

On an area of several hectares, the Reisetbauer family cultivates over 13,000 Williams pears and around 7,000 apple trees. These trees provide the fruits for the fine spirits. All fruits are harvested by hand to ensure that only the best specimens are processed.

Varieties of Apple Trees:

• Arlet
• Elstar
• Gala
• Boskoop
• Idared
• Topaz
• Rubinette
• Pinova

Varieties of Pear Trees:

• Williams Pear
• Red Williams
• Good Louise
• Dr. Guyot

The Production: Craftsmanship Meets State-of-the-Art Technology

The production of Reisetbauer spirits follows a sophisticated process that perfectly combines tradition and high-tech.

The Distillation Process:

1. The fruit is washed and crushed at the perfect ripeness.
2. The mash is fermented in stainless steel tanks.
3. Precise temperature control optimally manages the fermentation.
4. The distillation is carried out using both raw and fine distillation methods in copper kettles.
5. The distillate is reduced to drinking strength with pure spring water.

Reisetbauer Premium Spirits: Variety in Perfection

The Reisetbauer range includes over 20 different premium spirits. In addition to classics like Williams, apricot, and plum, there are also exotic varieties such as carrot, ginger, and quince.

Special Spirits from Reisetbauer

• Reisetbauer & Son Single Malt Whisky: An Austrian whisky matured in special wine casks.
• Blue Gin: A premium gin distilled with 27 botanicals from 14 countries.
• Axberg Vodka: A high-quality vodka made from the wheat variety "Mulan".

Sustainability and Innovation

Reisetbauer focuses on sustainable production with heat recovery and a large photovoltaic system. Additionally, the entire distillery was renewed and modernized in 2019.

Awards and Recognition

Hans Reisetbauer and his distillery have received numerous awards:

• Multiple times named "Distiller of the Year" by Falstaff
• "Best Distillery in Austria"
• UK Packaging Award for the design of Axberg Vodka

Conclusion: Reisetbauer – Quality You Can Taste

The Reisetbauer distillery stands for the highest quality, sustainable production, and innovative spirits. Whether fine brandies, whisky, gin, or vodka – here, products that are appreciated worldwide and enjoyed in the best restaurants and bars are created.