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Distillery profile

Destileria Siderit

Explore the distillery's history, craft, production, and the distinctive character of its whiskies.

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Summary: Siderit Distillery

  • Company history

  • Micro-distilleries located in Cantabria, Spain, founded in 2014.

  • The company has combined craft with modern technology and exports to more than 35 countries.

  • The focus on passion, innovation, and quality has led to recognition across categories such as gin, vermouth, vodka, and whiskey.

  • First whisky launched in 2021: Siderit Green Malt Rye 2021, which quickly sold out (9 minutes).

  • Key vintages and news are presented regularly, including various limited editions and award-winning products.

  • Production details

  • Automated and traditional methods are combined in production: craft in small batches with precise technology.

  • Gin: distillation process in a glass-fractionating column apparatus with double maceration and triple distillation; 12 botanicals; distillation corresponds to five traditional distillations per stage.

  • Whisky: centered around rye malt (green malt rye) and long aging in small 100-liter oak casks, often previously aged sherry or PX wine.

  • Unique and unfiltered whisky: several editions are unfiltered to preserve aroma and body.

  • The production also includes vermouth and vodka, where Lactée vodka uses milk-based alcohol and stringent filtration for high purity.

  • Whisky products

  • Siderit Green Malt Rye (2021): the first whisky, released in 2021; later 2024 version in 70 cl.

  • Siderit PX Cask Rye (2024): limited edition, high age and PX-finish; strong recognition at the World Whisky Awards (WWA).

  • Siderit Sherry Cask Rye (2024): Rye whisky finished in sherry casks.

  • In general: Whisky from Siderit is produced in small batches, often unfiltered and with a focus on natural vintages and character from the casks.

  • The production highlights the distinctive features of northern Spain (Cantabria) and combines traditional distillation with environmental sustainability and local raw material quality.

  • Whisky products (selected range)

  • Siderit Green Malt Rye (2021, 2024 70 cl)

  • Siderit PX Cask Rye (2024)

  • Siderit Sherry Cask Rye (2024)

  • TRILOGÍA whiskies_2024 (complete range)

  • Special limited editions and World Whisky Awards winners (see below)

  • Tasting notes

  • In general: the Spanish whisky category offers warm aromas of vanilla and caramel with wood notes and mild spices; finish long and rounded.

  • Green Malt Rye 2024 (nose/palate): “Fresh, herbal aromas,” with reminiscences of fresh rye bread; mouthfeel deep and authentic; long and inviting finish.

  • Siderit Classic Gin: juniper dominates with citrus notes, coriander, cardamom, and almond; dry London Dry style; clean and balanced.

  • Siderit Hibiscus Gin: floral and aromatic, featuring hibiscus; lightly tangy freshness.

  • Siderit Vermouth: unsweetened; notes of wildflowers, herbs, and spices; balanced sweetness and bitterness; deep and long finish.

  • Lactée Vodka: ultra-premium vodka with very high purity and smoothness achieved through a double- to five-distillation process and advanced filtration.

  • Events and news

  • World Whisky Awards: Siderit PX Cask Rye (2024) awarded Gold, best rye whisky under 12 years; PX Cask Rye also highlighted as Category Winner.

  • World Whiskies Awards 2023–2024: several distinctions for the Rye category and sherry/PX variants.

  • Awards for gin and vermouth: Siderit Classic Gin won the Diamond Award / Superior Taste Award (2023); Siderit Vermouth received the Premio Alimentos de España for innovation (2017).

  • The range is continually expanding with Black Friday offers and VIP access (Black Friday 2025) as well as guided tours of the distillery.

  • Visiting experience: opportunity to visit the distillery “behind the scenes” and participate in guided tastings.

  • Philosophy and values

  • Core motto: “Disfrutando de las cosas bien hechas” (enjoying what is well made) – a focus on quality and craftsmanship.

  • A combination of tradition and innovation; use of local raw materials and water from Cantabrian sources.

  • Committed to sustainable and careful production in small batches to ensure the highest quality and authenticity.

  • Values transparency and education through experiential activities (tours, tasting experiences, and packaged offers) to share the distillery's culture and methods.

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