Collection: Berliner Brandstifter

The origins of the brand – family tradition meets Berlin craftsmanship

Berliner Brandstifter was founded in 2009 by Vincent Honrodt – inspired by a family tradition of producing high-quality spirits dating back over 100 years. His great-grandfather was already producing fine spirits and liqueurs in Berlin in the early 20th century. This passion for craftsmanship and the desire to reinterpret the Berlin distilling tradition led to the creation of a brand that today stands for regional ingredients, meticulous production and urban standards of quality.

With Berliner Brandstifter, Honrodt focuses on a modern reinterpretation of classic spirits, produced in small batches with great attention to detail – a tribute to the historical heritage and, at the same time, an expression of contemporary Berlin’s culture of indulgence.

The philosophy behind Berliner Brandstifter – quality born of conviction

Berliner Brandstifter follows a clear philosophy based on purity, authenticity and regionality. Each spirit is produced in limited, small batches, with the entire production process focused on the utmost care and artisanal perfection. Slow distillation ensures that the complex aromas unfold delicately – a central component of the brand’s identity.

Berliner Brandstifter places particular emphasis on regional ingredients, many of which come directly from the Berlin area, such as elderflower, cucumber or mallow. In this way, the brand embodies not only craftsmanship but also a conscious return to its roots – for honest, characterful products that capture the spirit of Berlin in every bottle.

Regional ingredients from Berlin

Berliner Brandstifter places great importance on local ingredients. Botanicals such as elderflower and woodruff are sourced directly from the Berlin area and are carefully selected.

Artisanal perfection

Each batch is produced in small quantities and undergoes a particularly slow distillation process to preserve the delicate aromas as effectively as possible. Multiple filtrations result in exceptional purity and smoothness.

Sustainability and quality

Sustainability plays a central role at Berliner Brandstifter. The brand uses only natural ingredients and avoids artificial additives. Furthermore, attention is paid to environmentally friendly production processes.

Hand-bottling and labelling – craftsmanship with heritage and heart

At Berliner Brandstifter, every bottle is a piece of Berlin craftsmanship: each batch is bottled and labelled by hand to emphasise the uniqueness and regional origin of the spirits. This labour-intensive process not only underlines the brand’s artisanal character but also creates a personal connection between the product and the consumer.

Berliner Brandstifter

Berliner Brandstifter Dry Gin is a multi-award-winning premium gin characterised by its fresh, floral notes and regional authenticity. Enriched with hand-picked Berlin botanicals such as elderflower, mallow, woodruff, cucumber and cornflower, it brings the capital’s diverse flavours to every bottle. This careful selection gives the gin a light, balanced and distinctive flavour profile that sets it apart from conventional London Dry Gins.

A key quality feature is the 7-stage filtration process, which ensures exceptional clarity and smoothness. This process clearly sets Berlin Dry Gin apart from many competing products and underlines the brand’s high standards of purity and artisanal precision. Whether neat, in a gin and tonic or as a base for creative cocktails – Berliner Brandstifter Dry Gin stands for urban indulgence of the highest order.

Berliner Brandstifter Vodka

A smooth, mild vodka with a pleasantly creamy texture. Made from regional winter wheat and distilled five times, Berliner Brandstifter Vodka impresses with its exceptional purity and subtle grain notes.

Berliner Brandstifter Kornbrand

This seven-times filtered grain spirit combines traditional craftsmanship with modern purism. With its smooth texture and delicate cereal aromas, this grain spirit is far more than a classic clear spirit – it sets new standards for high-quality German grain spirit.

With its Art Edition, Berliner Brandstifter is making a clear statement about the fusion of high-quality spirits and contemporary photography. In collaboration with the renowned Berlin photographer Sven Marquardt – known for his expressive portraits and his role in Berlin’s club scene – a limited edition has been created that uniquely combines visual art and the culture of indulgence.

The special edition features an artistically designed label and bespoke packaging that underscore the brand’s artistic aspirations. In doing so, Berliner Brandstifter appeals not only to connoisseurs but also to customers with an affinity for art and design who are seeking a product with character and cultural sophistication. This combination of aesthetics and quality makes the art edition a collector’s item – and a clear statement of Berlin’s creative identity.

Berliner Brandstifter Dry Gin delights with a harmonious juniper aroma, delicately balanced by floral and herbal notes. The light scent of elderflower and mallow meets the fresh spiciness of woodruff and a gentle citrus note – a complex profile that makes it ideal for a wide range of combinations.

Berliner Brandstifter Gin & Tonic

• 50 ml Berliner Brandstifter Dry Gin
• 150 ml premium tonic water
• Ice cubes
• Garnish: slice of cucumber or lemon zest

Berliner Brandstifter Vodka Mule

• 50 ml Berliner Brandstifter Vodka
• 150 ml ginger beer
• A dash of lime juice
• Ice cubes
• Garnish: slice of lime