History

Weutz.at is an Austrian whisky producer based in Graz. The owner and person responsible for the content on the site is Michael Weutz – with the brand "Edles für die Sinne" and the address at Neuseiersberger Straße 155, 8045 Graz. Contact information: Tel. +43 664 10 34 708, Email destillerie@weutz.at. The brand positions itself as a supplier of selected products under the name "Whisky From Styria" and describes itself through its origin in Styria.

Production

Raw materials

The raw material can be barley (for single malt), but wheat, corn and spelt are also mentioned as ingredients in Styrian whisky production.

Malting

Before the malted grain is mashed, malting occurs where enzymes are activated to later express the grain's strength.

Mash

With the addition of warm water, starch is converted into sugar, producing a sweet barley mash – whisky wort – which serves as the basis for further processing.

Fermentation

A pure yeast culture and temperature-controlled fermentation ensure that the mash ferments to completion within about 14 days.

Distillation

The distillation apparatus follows modern technical standards with both a rau (smoked) and a final distillation. The middle run (Mittellauf) ends in the cellar.

Aging

The maturation takes place in the barrel cellar, where the casks vary in size and wood type (French Allier and Limousin oak). The casks receive different toast levels and are produced by an Austrian barrel maker according to their own specifications. For Sherry-Wood finishing, the Sherry is produced in-house – which influences the product's character.

Products / Whisky Series

Whisky from Styria

Since presenting itself as a project around a whisky selection from Styria with a focus on single malt as a central idea – where barley forms the starting point. The text also describes the process as part of the craft of production itself, and that the casks are influenced by Allier and Limousin oak woods as well as toast levels and the possibility of a Sherry-Wood finish (produced in-house).

Fruit Distillates

In the garden section, fruit distillates are mentioned as part of the selection, including Elstar apple and Weinhefe, which are recommended fruit distillates. These distillates are described as 100% noble distillate with no sugar or aroma additives.

Philosophy

Worldview and Enjoyment of Life

Known from the PHILOSOPHICAL LAW: "Small pleasures – The good life is reflected in the ability to feel happiness. … Mindfulness finds its nourishment in the small things of life, which our perception dulls. Perception is sensitive and extends its feelers, we show it the direction."

Notes and Quotes

Brigitte Weutz is the author of a section that speaks of small joys and a special understanding of life and attentiveness. The text points to a philosophy about the value of the moment and the guidance of perception.