History

Edelbrennerei Kostenzer i Maurach am Achensee is behind the special Whisky Alpin. The producer is Franz Kostenzer and his work has been mentioned in Jim Murray's Whisky Bible. In addition to whisky, Edelbrennerei Kostenzer also makes Gin Achensee and over 70 different Edelbrände, Schnäpse and Liqueurs. Whisky Alpin is mentioned as Austria's first whisky and is described as Alpine whisky.

Production / Manufacturing

Whisky Alpin is aged in 4- and 6-year-old casks (Alpine whisky). It is highlighted as a special creation from Kostenzer. Gin Achensee is natural with spruce- and pine-needle flavor. Their production includes a wide range of spirits (brandies, schnapps and liqueurs).

Products / Whisky Series

• Whisky Alpin – Austria's first whisky, aged 4 and 6 years.
• Gin Achensee – natural, with spruce and pine needle flavor.
• Over 70 Edelbrände, Schnäpse and Liqueurs (referenced in the material).

Visit / Experiences

According to the material, information about the place is provided, including address and contact in Maurach am Achensee: Achenseestraße 22, 6212 Maurach am Achensee, +43 (5243) 5795, info@schnaps-achensee.at. There is information about on-site infrastructure (Hotel St. Georg zum See). There are no clear details about guided tours or tastings in the specific scraped content.

Philosophy

There is no explicitly mentioned philosophy in the material. It is, however, highlighted as an artisanal production with Alpine-inspired whisky and natural ingredients for gin, as well as a broad portfolio of spirits.