History

The Begemann Distillery is located in North Rhine-Westphalia and was established in 2016. The owner is Roeland Haverkamp Begemann. For centuries the Begemann family has cultivated the fields and meadows in the region, and the lineage can be traced back to 1284 in the Bega Valley. According to legend, Hanns Begemann built in 1535 the thatched timber barn, which today houses the distillery and the catering division. Begatal Distillery was founded in 2016. For exceptional spirits such as the aromatic raspberry spirit and gin 'Be Gin Man', only the finest regional ingredients from Lipperland are selected. Brand Name: Eichenschild Single Malt Whisky.

Notes

  • 28 herbs from the Bega Valley are used in the distillate and in other products such as the raspberry spirit and gin Be Gin Man.

Products/ Whisky Series

  • Eichenschild Single Malt Whisky is the primary whisky product mentioned in the material. Also mentioned are the aromatic raspberry spirit and gin 'Be Gin Man' as other distillates from the Begemann family.

Visit/ Experiences

The distillery is located in a historic barn and is part of Begemann's regional engagement and production – with a focus on purity and quality.

Philosophy

The philosophy is described as a blend of pioneering spirit and Lippe steadfastness, always with a focus on purity and quality and a strong regional attachment to Lipperland and its raw materials.

Last updated: 08-12-25 10:06