Fruit brandies of organic fruit

At Stokery Amsterdam, we embrace the art of distilling with a passion deeply rooted in Amsterdam's rich tradition. Our main focus is on distilling grain spirits for new make spirit and whiskies, but our expertise extends further. We have also mastered the distillation of eau de vies from organic fruit, a craft in which we capture the pure essence of nature.

At the heart of our process stands the majestic copper pot still, an instrument that not only distills but also creates smooth distillates full of aroma and flavor. This alchemical kettle plays the leading role in our quest for perfection.

Our story begins in the orchard, where we select only organic fruits. Respecting nature, we allow fermentation to occur completely naturally, using the yeast cells naturally present on the fruit. This is not a random choice; this yeast represents the natural balance of the orchard and harmonizes perfectly with the fruit.

The fermentation is a delicate process, controlled and patiently executed. We take our time, for time is our ally here. This long fermentation allows us to form maximum aromas and extract all the goodness from the fruit.

After fermentation, the true magic begins. We distill the pulp, including the seeds, in our copper pot still. Here, we carefully separate the alcohol and all volatile aromas. But our care for nature doesn't end with the distillate. The remaining backset, rich in minerals, seeds, and fruit pulp, we return to the orchard. This circular process allows us to continue harvesting sustainably, without depleting the earth.

The fine distillation, the heart of our craft, again takes place in the copper pot still. With a low fire and endless patience, we heat the low wines. This slow process ensures prolonged contact with the copper wall, resulting in maximum purification and ester formation.

With a keen eye and refined nose, we carefully separate the foreshots from the heart. The heart is then slowly and deeply distilled, a process in which we capture all layers of taste and aromas in perfect balance. As soon as the tails appear, we separate again, this time the heart from the tails, purely based on smell and taste - an organoleptic masterpiece.

At Stokery Amsterdam, we don't just create distillates; we distill the essence of nature, captured in every drop of our artisanal spirits. Our dedication to quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship makes each distillate a true masterpiece.