AWARDS
93 Points | Falstaff
93 Points | Beverage Testing Institute
ABOUT
Styrian craft dry gin. Distilled from only a handful of hand selected essentials. No bullsh*t added. Show your respect with the highest of fives.
TASTING NOTES
The nose is vibrant, with fresh notes of lemon zest, juniper, and a delicate blend of herbs. On the palate, it’
AWARDS
93 Points | Falstaff
93 Points | Beverage Testing Institute
ABOUT
Styrian craft dry gin. Distilled from only a handful of hand selected essentials. No bullsh*t added. Show your respect with the highest of fives.
TASTING NOTES
The nose is vibrant, with fresh notes of lemon zest, juniper, and a delicate blend of herbs. On the palate, it’s smooth and refreshing, with a crisp, clean taste that balances the citrus with subtle herbal and floral undertones. The finish is clean and slightly dry, with a lingering hint of spice and botanicals, making it a well-rounded, versatile gin perfect for a variety of cocktails or sipping neat.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Oysters, smoked salmon, soft cheeses, prosciutto, spring rolls and roasted nuts.
INGREDIENTS
JUNIPER | The juniper, the indispensable basis of every gin. Finely ground juniper berries give the Hands On Gin the pleasantly tart, spicy note that makes the hearts of fans of classic gins beat faster.
BLACK CURRANT | The black currant, our master distiller's favorite fruit. It represents a delightful counterpoint to the tart, down-to-earth juniper tone. Subtle on the nose, it comes into its own on the palate with a sweetish full-bodiedness.
CORIANDER | The coriander green, the subtle intensity. Chopped shortly before processing, the coriander green contributes significantly to the juicy and spicy taste profile, even in minimal quantities. Popular not only in Asian cuisine, the circle of lovers will also grow considerably with the distilled form.
LEMONGRASS | The lemongrass, the green refreshment. Fresh lemongrass, squeezed and cut into small pieces to ideally incorporate the invigorating citrus aromas into our Hands On Gin. Invigorating notes of green pear and young rhubarb on the palate.
ORANGE PEEL | The orange peel, the bittersweet finishing touch. Smallest amounts of orange zest combine the lively freshness of lemongrass and coriander with the earthy richness of juniper and currant. The connoisseur will not miss the fact that the unique aroma of the orange is not neglected.
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast
ABOUT
Fine and fresh, white rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for pure enjoyment or as a high-quality ingredient for many drinks and cocktails.
TASTING NOTES
Tropical fruit notes on the nose. Exotic fruit on the palate, light acidity and intensive rum aromas. Balanced sweetness i
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
90 Points | Wine Enthusiast
ABOUT
Fine and fresh, white rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for pure enjoyment or as a high-quality ingredient for many drinks and cocktails.
TASTING NOTES
Tropical fruit notes on the nose. Exotic fruit on the palate, light acidity and intensive rum aromas. Balanced sweetness in the finish.
FEATURES
+ Distilled in Spring 2018
+ Stored in Neutral Stainless Steel Tanks, Therefore No Color and No Wood Aroma
+ Fresh Taste
+ Soft and Creamy
+ Surprisingly intense fruit flavor
+ Molasses from South, Central America and the Caribbean
ALCOHOL | 40%
STORAGE | Steel tank
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Precious organic bourbon vanilla from Madagascar is marinated in rum and thus reduced to its pure taste. This intensely aromatic reduction is added to our creamy, soft dark rum made from Caribbean sugar cane molasses. Unlike most other vanilla rums, we don't work with vanillin or artificial flavors, but on
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Precious organic bourbon vanilla from Madagascar is marinated in rum and thus reduced to its pure taste. This intensely aromatic reduction is added to our creamy, soft dark rum made from Caribbean sugar cane molasses. Unlike most other vanilla rums, we don't work with vanillin or artificial flavors, but only with real organic vanilla. The result is an authentic Spiced Rum with an impressive taste: Ron Johan Vanilla.
FEATURES
+ Spiced Rum
+ Organic Bourbon Vanilla from Madagascar
+ Deliberately Low in Alcohol
+ Soft and Creamy
ALCOHOL | 38%
STORAGE | New and used American white oak barrels
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
91 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Dark, fruity-aromatic and above all a soft rum made from sugar cane molasses, finished in used "Gölles Alte Zwetschke" barrels.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity mild taste. Noticeable plum aroma. Prunes, candied fruits. On the palate spicy, lush, mild and soft.
FEATURES
+ Distilled from Fine M
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
91 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Dark, fruity-aromatic and above all a soft rum made from sugar cane molasses, finished in used "Gölles Alte Zwetschke" barrels.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity mild taste. Noticeable plum aroma. Prunes, candied fruits. On the palate spicy, lush, mild and soft.
FEATURES
+ Distilled from Fine Molasses
+ Finished in The Old Plum Barrel
+ Intense Influence of The Barrel on The Product
ALCOHOL | 41%
STORAGE | New and used American white oak casks and ex-bourbon casks. Then 1 year finishing in the "Gölles Alte Zwetschke" barrel.
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Maximum unadulterated! A pure, expressive rum that impresses with its uncompromising taste.
A creamy, smooth rum distilled from certified organic sugar cane molasses from Paraguay. Aged for 3 years in American white oak barrels.
FEATURES
+ Sugar Free
+ No added Sugar
+ Organic Molass
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Maximum unadulterated! A pure, expressive rum that impresses with its uncompromising taste.
A creamy, smooth rum distilled from certified organic sugar cane molasses from Paraguay. Aged for 3 years in American white oak barrels.
FEATURES
+ Sugar Free
+ No added Sugar
+ Organic Molasses from Paraguay
+ Without Artificial Additives
+ Lots of Expressive Flavor
+ Creamy and Soft
ALCOHOL | 42%
STORAGE | New and used American white oak barrels
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
ABOUT
Dark, aromatic and soft rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for pure enjoyment on any occasion and at any time.
TASTING NOTES
Soft, caramel taste. Creamy on the palate, sweet in the finish. Elegant, subtle nose.
FEATURES
+ Distilled in Several Different Vintages Since 2012
+ Different Vintages and
AWARDS
92 Points | Wine Enthusiast
ABOUT
Dark, aromatic and soft rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for pure enjoyment on any occasion and at any time.
TASTING NOTES
Soft, caramel taste. Creamy on the palate, sweet in the finish. Elegant, subtle nose.
FEATURES
+ Distilled in Several Different Vintages Since 2012
+ Different Vintages and Different Origins of the Molasses
+ Molasses from Brazil, Paraguay, and Dominican Republic, among others
+ Fermented and Distilled in Styria.
+ Very clean and straightforward in the style of Cuban rums
+ Free of any kind of coloring or flavorings
ALCOHOL | 42%
STORAGE | New and used American white oak casks and ex-bourbon casks.
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Dark, strong, aromatic rum made from sugar cane molasses. Strong and bottled at cask strength.
TASTING NOTES
Intense powerful taste. Clear ester notes, reminiscent of Jamaica rum. Strong and heavy spice notes in the nose and on the palate. Very complex caramel and chocolate aromas. Very long finish.
FEATURES
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Dark, strong, aromatic rum made from sugar cane molasses. Strong and bottled at cask strength.
TASTING NOTES
Intense powerful taste. Clear ester notes, reminiscent of Jamaica rum. Strong and heavy spice notes in the nose and on the palate. Very complex caramel and chocolate aromas. Very long finish.
FEATURES
+ Deliberately Fermented and Distilled with a Slightly More Angular Edge
+ More Ester Notes
+ Molasses from Different Countries
ALCOHOL | 55%
STORAGE | New and used American white oak casks and ex-bourbon casks.
ABOUT
Strong, intense, white rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for tiki drinks or as a long drink.
TASTING NOTES
Tropical fruit notes paired with spicy rum aromas on the nose. Exotic fruit on the palate, noticeable ester aromas, complex rum aromas (slightly reminiscent of Jamaica rum). Slightly sweet on the finish and clearly "overp
ABOUT
Strong, intense, white rum made from sugar cane molasses. Ideal for tiki drinks or as a long drink.
TASTING NOTES
Tropical fruit notes paired with spicy rum aromas on the nose. Exotic fruit on the palate, noticeable ester aromas, complex rum aromas (slightly reminiscent of Jamaica rum). Slightly sweet on the finish and clearly "overproof".
FEATURES
+ Distilled in Spring 2018
+ Stored in Neutral Stainless Steel Tanks, Therefore No Color and No Wood Aroma
+ Very Intense and Strong Rum Taste
+ Unbelievably Strong, for 64% Alcohol Still Very Drinkable
+ Molasses from South, Central America and the Caribbean
ALCOHOL | 64%
STORAGE PERIOD | Approximately 1 year
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff
90 Points | Whiskey Advocate
ABOUT
Alois Gölles has been distilling his famous old plum in Riegersburg for over 30 years and storing it in oak barrels. Our Alois is an expressive rye whiskey that is finished for a good 12 months in old plum casks.
TASTING NOTES
The harmony of impetuous rye aromas and soft fruit n
AWARDS
94 Points | Falstaff
90 Points | Whiskey Advocate
ABOUT
Alois Gölles has been distilling his famous old plum in Riegersburg for over 30 years and storing it in oak barrels. Our Alois is an expressive rye whiskey that is finished for a good 12 months in old plum casks.
TASTING NOTES
The harmony of impetuous rye aromas and soft fruit notes results in an incredibly complex and extraordinary whiskey.
ABOUT
Our Classic "Bourbon Blend".
TASTING NOTES
Soft corn notes (popcorn, caramel and dark chocolate). Strong, spicy rye aromas (coffee, roasted aromas, lively and impetuous on the finish). Grainy spelt and wheat notes (reminiscent of freshly baked bread). Spicy barley aromas (classic, known to the whiskey connoisseur).
ALCOHOL | 43.3%
CER
ABOUT
Our Classic "Bourbon Blend".
TASTING NOTES
Soft corn notes (popcorn, caramel and dark chocolate). Strong, spicy rye aromas (coffee, roasted aromas, lively and impetuous on the finish). Grainy spelt and wheat notes (reminiscent of freshly baked bread). Spicy barley aromas (classic, known to the whiskey connoisseur).
ALCOHOL | 43.3%
CEREALS | Corn (approximately 60%), rye (approximately 20%), barley, spelt and wheat
DURATION OF STORAGE | 4-15 years
STORAGE | Ruediger consists of about 10 individual parts and 5 different grains that have been stored for different lengths of time. The following barrels were used:
Virgin American White Oak, American white oak, first filling, 190 l
American White Oak, American white oak, second filling, 190 l
French barriques, 225 l
Sherry casks, 250 l
Sherry cask, 600 l
AWARDS
92 Points | Falstaff
ABOUT
Wilhelm unites Scotland and Austria. The finest Scottish barley, heavily smoked over a peat fire, processed, distilled and matured here in Riegersburg.
TASTING NOTES
A strong single malt whiskey with intense smoky aromas. Matured harmoniously in American white oak barrels. Expressive and complex, with corners and edges.
ABOUT
There is always a particularly unusual cask in our cellar: Oloroso Sherry Cask. The slightly different single malt. This whiskey matured in a 45-year-old Oloroso sherry cask.
TASTING NOTES
The spicy barley aroma is elegantly enveloped by intense yeast and grape notes. Complex in taste, elegant on the palate.
TASTING NOTES
Tinctive sherry tone. Green, unripe walnuts or hazelnuts on the nose and palate. Clear and above all strong yeasty notes. Soft and mild finish. Complex and exotic taste spectrum
FEATURES
No sherry finishing, but storage in sherry casks. Large sherry cask and therefore also available in larger quantities. The naturally soft wh
TASTING NOTES
Tinctive sherry tone. Green, unripe walnuts or hazelnuts on the nose and palate. Clear and above all strong yeasty notes. Soft and mild finish. Complex and exotic taste spectrum
FEATURES
No sherry finishing, but storage in sherry casks. Large sherry cask and therefore also available in larger quantities. The naturally soft wheat is made even milder by the sherry cask. Wheat itself is one of the most reserved grains in my experience, so this grain takes on a lot of the typicity of the barrel.
ALCOHOL | 40.3%
STORAGE | Sherry cask approximately 50 years old, Oloroso sherry, 600l
TYPE OF GRAIN | 100% pure wheat whiskey
STORAGE PERIOD | 6 years
NUMBER AVAILABLE | 1103 bottles
For years now, the eclectic House of Whiskey, Gin & Rum by David Gölles has been the go-to place for lovers of a good drink. And still, together with moodley, the small yet outstanding company from Riegersburg is turning over a new leaf in all matters of spirited pleasures.
The world abounds with viticultural regions that produce weightier – above all more alcohol-laden – wines than Steiermark. But nowhere, are there any fresher, more brilliant – and thus in a very elegant manner regionally typical – bottlings to be found on the planet than in the south of Steiermark.
