History

Brennerei Hubertus Vallendar sits in Kail and signals a deeply rooted love of distilling through the message Leiðenschaft. Genuss. Natur PUR. They emphasize that their passion is artistic distillation, and that they use only the best fruits without additives, sustainable raw materials, and handcrafted perfection. The distillery in Kail is called destithek, and collaborations and products inspired by Italy are also mentioned, such as Berto’s Rosso, which brings a Mediterranean soul to the Mosel region.

Production and Philosophy

The distillery marks a sense of craftsmanship and aesthetics: no additives to preserve the fruits' naturalness, and a modern distilling hall in Kail, where visitors are invited to experience the art live. They speak of brewing award-winning Edelbrände, Geiste and liqueurs with a focus on purity, sustainability and perfection. It is also mentioned that they offer experiences such as live distillation, sensory parcours and tastings as part of an experiential distillery experience.

Products / Whisky Series

• Malt of Kail 3.11 (Single Malt Whisky) • Age: 10 years • Fermentation and maturation: 50% in new French casks and 50% in used Limousin oak casks; gives a characteristic malty and refined finish • Cask: French Limousin oak • Unfiltered, alcohol strength around 43% vol. • Aroma and flavor notes are described as complex with typical malt, wood and sweetness notes as well as roasted notes and vanilla.

• Rye Whisky 3.11 (Rye Whisky) • Age: 6 years • Cask: French Limousin oak (French oak used for aging) • Unfiltered, 43.4% vol. • Certified as a dense, malted style with rye- and malt-character and a harmonious finish.

• Mister M’s Whisky – Macduff (Single Malt Whisky) • Finish: San Leonardo finish (12 years) in barriques, previously aged with red wine from San Leonardo. • Alcohol: around 41.7% vol. • Described as an opulent and full-bodied experience with complex notes that combine malt, vanilla and fruity elements.

La Donna (Brandies) in the Portfolio

In addition to whisky, Vallendar also produces a range of La Donna brandies, including: - La Donna Alte Traube Weinbrand XO (2003) – limited edition, 40% vol., aged in Limousin oak cask for 22 years; 0.7 L. Described as cognac-like fruit brand with honey and vanilla character. - La Donna Zwetschgenbrand – 2006; intense stone fruit aroma and long, harmonious finish. - La Donna Alter Apfelbrand 2003 – 68% originally aged, now 48% at bottling; aged in wooden casks and recommended for cigars or enjoying neat. - La Donna Grappa di Bassano – distilled by Vittorio Capovilla; fruity notes beyond typical Grappa varieties; e.g., orange blossom Muscatel grapes. - La Donna Williams-Christ-Birne, Roter Weinbergpfirsichbrand, Pflaumenbrand Löhrpflaume and other delicacies (Grappa, Williams-Christ-Birne, Zwetschgenbrand, Pflaumenbrand, etc.)

Experiences and Events

• Distillery Days along the Moselle (25 and 26 October 2025): open distillery in Kail with live distillation, sensory parcours, tastings and conversations about the art of distillation as well as the history behind Vallendar and the Mosel region. The event highlights that distillation is part of the homeland and cultural heritage of the Moselle region.

Philosophy

• Focus on craftsmanship, purity and natural ingredients without additives.
• Perspective on nature and environmentally friendly processes, with emphasis on sustainability and local/regional ingredients where possible.
• Promises to experience distillation as an art and cultural heritage in Mosel, where tradition meets innovation through modern production and tasting experiences.

Visits and Contact

• Destithek in Kail offers an opportunity to experience fruit-to-glass artistry and tours of the production and the Vallendar product portfolio.

Product Range at a Glance

• Whisky: Malt of Kail 3.11 (Single Malt), Rye Whisky 3.11 (Rye), Mister M’s Whisky Macduff (Single Malt) – all highlighted as unique, finished, and handcrafted in line with the Vallendar tradition.
• Brandies and liqueurs under La Donna and other labels, including Alter Apfelbrand, Zwetschgenbrand, Williams-Christ-Birne, Roter Weinbergpfirsichbrand and Grappa di Bassano.

Summary

Brennerei Hubertus Vallendar focuses on the art of distillation with a strong emphasis on purity and craftsmanship, and combines classic brandies with modern whisky concepts (Malt of Kail 3.11, Rye 3.11, Mister M’s Macduff). Their philosophy emphasizes using only the best fruits, no additives, and sustainable practices, complemented by experiential offerings such as distillery visits and Mosel events.