Wenneker liqueurs: history and types of alcohol

Wenneker - is a natural Dutch liqueur with a long history, an incredible number of original flavors and high production standards.

The history of the eponymous company began on February 16, 1693. This is evidenced by records in ancient documents. Then the Dutchman Hendrik Stiemann received a license to build two brandy cubes.

In 1812, Johann Wenneker took over the company. This was a successful beginning of the formation of the empire of the alcohol giant - Wenneker.

In 1903, the last of Johann's heirs, John Wenneker, sold the distillery to the Van der Tyne family. Today, the fourth generation is already running the company. They successfully develop their business, keep pace with the times, but the original basic recipes of the XVII century and the high quality of the drinks produced, which is always a top priority for Wenneker Distilleries, remain unchanged.

Types of Wennecker liqueur

The line of liqueurs includes more than 40 original flavors, which the manufacturer has divided into 10 categories.

Each of the drinks is a real work of art, as evidenced by the skillful hand of the master who created the secret recipes, and his students continue to surprise with new masterpieces.

All beverages are made exclusively from natural products, which once again demonstrates the company's high production standards.

Berry liqueurs

1. Wenneker Blackberry (blackberry), 20%

2. Wenneker Blueberry (blueberry), 15%

3. Wenneker Cranberry, 15% (cranberry)

4. Wenneker Crème de cassis, 15% - a dark purple drink produced on the basis of concentrated blackcurrant juice.

5. Wenneker Raspberry, 15%

6. Wenneker Sloe Gin, 20% - the dark red liqueur has a bright taste of thorn (wild plum) and a long soft aftertaste. Quality gin is used as an alcoholic base.

7. Wenneker strawberry, 15%

Citrus liqueurs

1. Wenneker Blue Curacao, 24%

2. Wenneker Curacao Orange, 29% - the drink is produced on the basis of sweet orange peel and essential oils.

3. Wenneker Limoncello, 20% - an interpretation of the famous Italian liqueur. The drink has a fresh taste with hints of ripe lemon and a mild sour aftertaste.

4. Wenneker Mandrin, 20% {banner_vtexte1}

5. Wenneker Orange, 20%

6. Wenneker Triple Sec, 40%

Liqueurs with a confectionery flavor

1. Wenneker Butterscotch, 15% - the liqueur has a mild taste of butter and caramelized brown sugar, set off by notes of vanilla, caramel and nuts.

2. Wenneker Chocolate (chocolate), 20%

3. Wenneker Chocolate Mint, 27% - the liqueur combines sweet notes of dark chocolate and light freshness of peppermint.

4. Wenneker Creme de Cacao (Brown), 27% - a dark brown cream liqueur made from first-class cocoa bean extract.

5. Wenneker Creme de Cacao (White), 24% - a transparent drink with a rich taste of chocolate, caramel and vanilla.

Fruit liqueurs

1. Wenneker Apricot Brandy, 27% - a classic liqueur with the taste of ripe apricots set off by notes of good French brandy and cognac.

2. Wenneker Cherry Brandy, 25% - a dark red liqueur with a bright taste of juicy cherries and interesting shades of brandy.

3. Wenneker Creme de Bananes, 20% - the cream liqueur has a bright yellow color, and the taste reveals delicate shades of banana and vanilla.

4. Wenneker Kiwi (kiwi), 20%

5. Wenneker Lychee, 20% - an exquisite liqueur with an intriguing taste of exotic lychee fruit and a long aftertaste.

6. Wenneker Mango (mango), 20%

7. Wenneker Marasquin, 29% - an original liqueur produced from Maraschino cherries, which grow in northern Greece and Italy.

8. Wenneker Melon (melon), 20%

9. Wenneker Parfait Amour, 27% - the liqueur of love has a dark purple color. It is made from rose petal extract, cherry and orange distillate. And its aroma is reminiscent of expensive French perfumes.

10. Wenneker Passionfruit (passion fruit), 20%

11. Wenneker Peach (peach), 20%

12. Wenneker Pisang Bagoes, 20% - the drink has a bright light green color and an interesting exotic taste, dominated by banana notes.

13. Wenneker Sour Apple, 15% - green apple-colored liqueur is made from the famous Australian apple variety Granny Smith.

14. Wenneker Watermelon (watermelon), 20%

Nut liqueurs

1. Wenneker Amaretto, 28% - amber-colored liqueur with a rich taste and aroma of almonds.

2. Wenneker Caribbean Coconut, 24% - a drink with a characteristic coconut flavor.

3. Wenneker Hazelnut, 20% - liqueur with hazelnut flavor.

Liqueurs with spice flavor

1. Wenneker Cinnamon Red, 20% - a liqueur based on red cinnamon.

2. Wenneker Ginger, 30% - ginger liqueur.

3. Wenneker Gold Liqueur, 20% - a transparent liqueur with golden flakes. It has a rich flavor with cinnamon and citrus notes.

4. Wenneker Vanilla, 15% - vanilla liqueur.

Herbal liqueurs

1. Wenneker Creme de Menthe, 29% - green mint cream liqueur.

2. Wenneker Creme de Menthe White, 24% - white mint cream liqueur.

Coffee liqueur

1. Wenneker Cafe, 27% - a dark brown cream liqueur with a light coffee aroma and a pleasant aftertaste.

Flower liqueur

1. Wenneker Elderflower, 20% - a new product in the Wenneker liqueur collection. The drink has a characteristic floral flavor and aroma.

Vegetable liqueurs

1. Wenneker Red Rhubarb is a rather unusual liqueur with a spicy rhubarb sourness and an interesting aftertaste.

2. Wenneker 24 Carrot Liqueur - orange-colored liqueur made from carrots. Instead of a standard bottle, the producers use an original jar-shaped container.

How to drink Wenneker liqueurs

Pour a little liqueur into a glass, throw in a few ice cubes and feel how the taste of each drink is gracefully revealed, how its aroma is shaded.

To bring out the flavor of the liqueur in a new way, try pairing it with a good sparkling wine or champagne. Do you know how it goes with Prosecco?? It's a real play of flavors, it's instead of a thousand words, you just have to try it. Of course, no one has canceled cocktails either. Experiment, mix and surprise.

Update: 03.03.2018

Category: Liqueurs and Tinctures