History

Augustus Rex focuses on noble fine brandies produced from hand-selected fruits. Their approach is based on preserving old and rare fruit varieties from the region and ensuring that these varieties are not lost in the future. The mission is described as providing access to pesticide-free fruit from old Streuobstwiesen, enabling the production of fruit-forward, single-varietal brandies in a wide variation and high quality.

Production / Manufacturing

The production is based on the most modern four-stage distillation technology. Augustus Rex emphasizes using hand-selected fruits and access to pesticide-free fruit from old Streuobstwiesen to achieve highly aromatic, single-varietal brandies. Their portfolio includes distilleries for culinary and tasting experiences, and they produce distilled products without chemicals in their specialty range, which highlights high quality and intense aroma. They also describe that their products have international recognition and accolades.

Products / Brandies

The range mainly comprises fruit brandies (Brände) and specialties: - Gewürztraminer Tresterbrand (arguably the best) aged 10 years – 95 Falstaff points - Dresdner Pear Brandy Cuvée, aged 9 years - Dresdner Plum Brandy, aged 12 years - Kaiseredition: Kaiser Wilhelm, Apple Noble Brandy, aged 8 years (this vintage is sold out) - Dresdner Apple Brandy, oak-barrel aged, aged 13 years and supplementary products in the same line such as Dresdner Pear Brandy Cuvée and other vintage variants. All products are also available as 1.5-liter Magnum bottles upon request, and for Magnum purchases there is an option for individual labeling with logo and text, plus a 5% discount when buying 3 Magnum bottles. Their categories include Brandies, Specialties and Accessories (gift packaging for 350 ml bottles).

Visits and Experiences

Augustus Rex highlights tasting experiences through Verkostung and Schulung – experiences focused on enjoyment and education around their products. Their approach suggests opportunities for tastings and education around their fruit brandies. Their products have international awards, which support the experiential aspect of the brand.

Philosophy

Their philosophy centers on preserving old fruit varieties, access to pesticide-free fruit from Streuobstwiesen and high quality without chemical additives in the individual specialty product ranges. The aim is to preserve and safeguard old varieties for the present and the future, as well as to offer sensorially rich, varietal-distilled products.