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pre·mi·um by S. Kister

Sebastian Kister is the creative mind behind pre-mi-um by S. Kister, a company that stands for exceptional spirits. He devotes himself with great passion and dedication to producing unique brandies from hand-picked, natural ingredients. His particular focus is on spirits made from orchard fruit, which he creates with intensity and precision.

Originally from the picturesque Altmühl Valley with its rich fruit culture, Sebastian has found his second home in Vohburg an der Donau, where he produces today. His philosophy is rooted in the deep conviction that quality of life includes good food, excellent drinks and inspiring company. These values are reflected in each of his products, which are designed to impress both in terms of craftsmanship and emotion. Much more than just drinks, they are an experience. From the first aroma to the last sip, they demonstrate Sebastian’s love of detail and the authenticity of his work. Every drop tells a story of passion, craftsmanship and an unbridled joy in fine spirits. His aim is to make the world of appreciation a little richer – with spirits that not only come from the heart but also touch the heart.

The World Class Distillery 2025 & Distillery of the Year 2025 – Silver (Bitters & Liqueurs) received Double Gold for Altmühltaler Arancello (Spirit of the Year & Award 2025), Altmühltaler Speculator and Altmühltaler Limoncello, Gold for Liqueur Royal, and Silver for Vohburger Nusserl.

MV GROUP – A wide range from the Baltic states

MV Group is one of the largest business groups in the Baltic states. There are four divisions responsible for the production of alcoholic drinks: Stumbras, Alita, Anykš i vynas and Gubernija - the oldest brewery in Lithuania, with more than 350 years of experience under its belt. The factory specialises in beer, kvass and other drinks. Another member of the group is Mineraliniai Vandenys, the leading wholesaler for alcohol, tobacco, and other consumer goods in the Baltic countries, with subsidiaries in Latvia, Estonia and Poland, and the specialist chainstore Bottlery, where over 1,000 drink brands as well as snacks and table accessories are sold. Tromina, one of the most innovative, stable and fastest-growing logistics businesses in Lithuania, manages a 35,000 m2 storage area and offers a comprehensive range of services – from storage and preparation of goods to sales, transport, distribution, accounting and invoicing.

Alita is one of the oldest and well-known manufacturers of sparkling wines and spirits in Lithuania. The portfolio includes sparkling wines, brandies, bitters, cocktails, carbonated drinks, vodka and other spirits. A large percentage of the production is exported. Stumbras is one of the oldest and largest manufacturers of alcoholic drinks in the Baltic region, and specialises in vodka, bitters, liqueurs and brandy. Anykšciu vynas is one of the oldest businesses in the southern Baltic region, well-known for fruit and berry wines, cider, bitters, liqueurs as well as concentrated juices, mostly from regional raw materials.

At the World Spirits Award, there was silver for Alita Brandy XO.

Berentzen Group: 260 years of cultured distilled spirits

Berentzen Group is an innovative beverage company that boasts a wide portfolio and develops, produces and markets varied and fashionable drinks concepts. The portfolio includes spirits, alcohol-free beverages and fresh juices. With over 260 years of experience, they are one of the oldest national manufacturers of spirits and have a market presence in over 60 countries to date, with brands such as Berentzen and Puschkin as well as reasonably priced private label products.

In April 2023, Norden Sea Salt Gin was launched on the German market under the Doornkaat brand. It is a speciality on the gin shelf, as selected North Sea botanicals create an extraordinary and intense taste experience: juniper provides the spice, sea buckthorn and rosehip the fruity tartness. Norden Sea Salt Gin is rounded off with a pinch of sea salt. This spirit spreads the genuine nature and authenticity of the North Sea coast throughout Germany. It is versatile and can be enjoyed neat, on ice or mixed as a long drink or cocktail.

Tres Países Premium Rum combines distillates from Guatemala, Panama and the Dominican Republic. After being stored for up to eight years in American white oak bourbon casks, they come to Europe for refinement by the master blender. The characteristics of the countries provide the taste profile: vanilla and butterscotch, elegant fruit, banana and chocolate. It is also available in a port cask finish, which is refined in aged casks for another six months.

At the World Spirits Award 2026, there was Gold for Tres Países Premium Rum and Silver for Doornkaat Norden Sea Salt Gin.