Bremen, 04.07.2024. Kyrö Distillery has achieved significant success at the prestigious Meininger’s International Spirits Awards (ISW) 2024. All four whiskies in the range were awarded at least gold – a success that shows that Finnish whisky plays an important role on the international market.

The gold awards underline the quality and innovative strength of the Kyrö distillery. Particularly noteworthy is the title of “Whiskey (international) of the Year 2024” for Kyrö Malt Oloroso, which impressed the expert jury with its characteristic taste, mouthfeel and balance of aroma, alcohol and wood. The finish in Oloroso casks supports the sweetness of the rye without overpowering it – perfectly balanced and juicy.

Since 2004, the ISW has provided an objective and expert platform for evaluating spirits. Distillers and producers receive detailed feedback here, while consumers find a reliable guide for their purchasing decisions. A jury of five to six experts tastes the submitted spirits blind in thematically related flights. Each sample is assessed in terms of appearance, smell, taste and overall impression. The best spirits are awarded Grand Gold, Gold or Silver medals. Special awards are also presented for outstanding products.

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The Finnish distillery was founded in 2012 in a sauna by five friends who dreamed of producing rye-based spirits in the quiet town of Isokyrö. It celebrated its tenth anniversary last year and is based in Isokyrö, Helsinki, Berlin and London. The founders are traveling around the globe to develop Kyrö into a global brand.

Rye is an integral part of Finnish culture and gets its strong and unique flavor from the harsh weather conditions in the north. Kyrö Distillery Company is an ode to Finnish rye. Working with this grain requires effort, but pays off with a rich character that is both accessible and versatile.

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