History

Since 1909, Kammer-Kirsch has stood for genuine Black Forest distillation. The company describes itself as a family-owned business that for more than a century has fused artisanal craft with modern ideas and has always pursued quality over quantity. The core of the company's philosophy is to use only the finest, fully ripe fruits and to create distillates with origin, character and depth. According to the website, the motto is: “Rethinking tradition with responsibility and passion.”

Production / Manufacturing

• Traditional double distillation: many of Kammer-Kirsch's products express classic distillation methods, including double distillation and distillates from copper stills to preserve aromas.
• Maturation and aging: fruit brandies mature in ceramic or stoneware jugs in cellars (stoneware jugs in vaulted cellar) and the whisky varieties are described as being aged in various casks, including ex-bourbon and ex-sherry, with mentions of different finishes (e.g., Amarone, Chardonnay, Madeira, PX, etc.).
• Energy and source: Rothaus distillate and libation water from Rothaus are mentioned as a source of flavor nuances and strength in some of the products.
• Direct sales and experiences: the company offers direct on-site sales in Karlsruhe with personalized guidance, exclusive tastings and selected specialties for tasting and gifts.

Products / Whisky Series

• Own product range (Kammer-Kirsch):
• Fruit brandies and gin from the Black Forest, including Black Forest APP, Black Forest ROTHAUS Whisky and the Craftwork series.
• Own products also include Squamata Apple Vodka and Craftwork brandies and rums as well as various liqueurs.
• Whisky series and releases (examples):
• Black Forest Rothaus Whisky (Single Malt) – classic Black Forest style, double-distilled, matured in ex-bourbon casks and included in finishes such as Chardonnay, Amarone, Peated, as well as a Cask Strength edition and a 10-year edition.
• Black Forest Malt Whisky and Black Forest Malt Whisky – malt-based releases with Black Forest-signed casks and character.
• Bauernkirsch Black Forest Malt Whisky – German malt-based whisky under the Bauernkirsch brand.
• Arran releases (Whisky from Arran distilleries): Arran Barrel Reserve, Arran 10 Years, Arran Quarter Cask The Bothy, Arran Sherry Cask The Bodega, Arran 21 Years, Arran 25 Years, etc. – many finish variants such as Port, Sauternes, Amarone and Madeira.
• Tomatin series (Tomatin 12 Year, 12 Years Sherry Cask, 14 Years Port, 18 Years Oloroso, 30 Years, 36 Years, etc.) and various collections such as Pedro Ximénez, Barolo, Amarone, Madeira and Madeira/Port combinations.
• Cù Bòcan (Scottish Highland) – Signature, 12 Years Batch #1, 15 Years, Creation #6 (Rum & Raisin theme).
• Kurayoshi (Japan) – Pure Malt, 8 Years, 12 Years (curated as Japanese Whisky; pure malt capacities).
• Pōkeno (New Zealand) – Origin, Discovery, Revelation, Imperial Stout Cask, Monk Like Mary (all distilled and aged in their own facilities in New Zealand).
• Lagg (Arran connection) – Kilmore Edition, Corriecravie Edition (full or partial cask finish, peating and character).
• Fercullen (Irish Whisky) – Falls, Single Malt, Madeira Finish, 21 Years, The Gate Estate Series 3 – Irish whisky from Powerscourt Distillery with different finishes.
• M&H Distillery (Israel) – Classic, Elements series (Sherry Cask, Red Wine Cask, Peated, Pomegranate), Apex series (Dead Sea Cask, Jerusalem Mountains, Negev Desert, Sea of Galilee) and Art & Craft combinations with chocolate porter and Ex-Islay IPA-fades.
• Spey series (Speyside) – Tenné, Fumare, Trutina, Chairman’s Choice (and variants such as Cask Strength), Beinn Dubh the Black etc. – several blends and single malts shaped by Speyside tradition and secondary casks.
• Arran-Champagne: expanded range of finish bottles (Port, Sherry, Sauternes, Amarone, Madeira, Barolo, etc.).
• Tasting notes (examples mentioned in the editions):
• General notes: vanilla, fruit, caramel, dried fruits and berries, spicy oak and dark chocolate in various casks.
• Specific comments follow each bottle (for example, Chardonnay finishes bring aromas of vanilla and fresh fruit; Amarone finishes yield red fruits and spices; PX-sherry yields raisins and chocolate).

Visits and Experiences

• Direct sales on site (Hardtstraße 35-37, 76185 Karlsruhe) with personal guidance, exclusive tastings and selected items for purchase as gifts.
• The shop also offers on-site the option to refill containers and purchase limited edition bottles where relevant (highlighted in the description of direct sales and opening hours).

Philosophy

• Kammer-Kirsch describes itself as “Rethinking tradition with responsibility and passion” and focuses on tradition, regional craftsmanship and authentic Black Forest distilling.
• Family values: tradition meets modern ideas, and quality is given high priority in all brandies and whiskies.
• The methods are based on ecological initiatives (where mentioned) and respect for centuries-old tradition, while seeking innovation and originality in their products.

Recommended Contextual Information

Kammer-Kirsch presents itself as a platform for both its own products and international brands, highlighting both their own production history and their role as importer of selected whiskies and spirits from around the world. Their range spans from Black Forest-based brandies and malt whiskies to Japanese, Irish, American and New Zealand releases. They emphasize quality, craftsmanship and giving customers the opportunity to taste and buy directly in Karlsruhe.