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Vodka e Gin de destilaria catarinense recebem o prêmio máximo no maior concurso de destilados do mundo que acontece nos Estados Unidos

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A Kalvelage, fundada pelos irmãos Maurício e Marcos Kalvelage em 2012, foi premiada com a Vodka Kalvelage Vibe e o London Dry Gin no San Francisco World Spirits Competition com o prêmio máximo do concurso, que é o double gold, ou ouro duplo

Recentemente foi divulgado o resultado da 25ª edição do San Francisco World Spirits Competition, o mais antigo e maior concurso de destilados do mundo, realizado nos Estados Unidos. Marcas de todos os países participam da premiação e são avaliadas por um júri formado por profissionais renomados do setor de bebidas de diferentes regiões. Eles participam de testes às cegas e saboreiam e avaliam criteriosamente uma por uma.

Depois, as bebidas que foram melhor avaliadas são contempladas com medalhas de ouro, prata e bronze. Quando uma bebida recebe medalha de ouro de todos os jurados da competição, ela recebe o prêmio máximo do concurso, que é o double gold, ou ouro duplo. Esse ano, uma produtora de destilados localizada em Santa Catarina, foi contemplada duas vezes com ouro duplo com dois produtos diferentes.

A Kalvelage, fundada pelos irmãos Maurício e Marcos Kalvelage em 2012, foi premiada com sua Vodka Kalvelage Vibe e o seu London Dry Gin. A Vodka Kalvelage Vibe se destaca como uma vodka de cereais premium produzida no Brasil. Sua suavidade e seu equilíbrio se destacam, sendo uma bebida versátil. Ela já conquistou mais de 14 prêmios internacionais desde que foi lançada.

Já o London Dry Gin combina oito ervas aromáticas, com a riqueza de sabores brasileiros. A receita é composta por zimbro, coentro, cardamomo, casca de laranja, rosas, melissa, cidrão e angélica. Ele foi um dos primeiros a surgir no Brasil na categoria de gins premium, se diferenciando por sua qualidade e experiência sensorial. Atualmente, possui 8 medalhas em competições internacionais, incluindo 4 medalhas de ouro no San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Com esses dois prêmios conquistados na 25ª edição do SFWSC, a Kalvelage conseguiu um feito inédito para uma marca brasileira: toda linha da destilaria catarinense foi certificada com o prêmio Double Gold no San Francisco World Spirits Competition e acumula mais de 40 medalhas internacionais.

“Essa conquista não é só nossa, ela é do Brasil, país que se empenha cada vez mais em produzir bebidas com qualidade, sofisticação e inovação. Receber duas vezes o prêmio máximo em uma competição importante como o San Francisco World Spirits Competition nos enche de orgulho e nos motiva a investir em produtos premium que unem o melhor do nosso terroir com a sofisticação que encanta os paladares no mundo todo”, afirma Maurício Kalvelage.

 

Sobre a Kalvelage Distillery

É uma renomada produtora de destilados, reconhecida por sua busca pela excelência e paixão pela destilação. Com uma linha diversificada de produtos, a destilaria conquistou reconhecimento nacional e internacional por sua qualidade inigualável.

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Ingredientes gin

How ingredients make gin special

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The quality of the gin you drink is directly related to the quality of the ingredients used as raw materials in the recipe.

Of Dutch origin, gin is characterized by the predominance of the peculiar flavor of juniper. But it is its combination with other botanicals, ingredients such as herbs and spices that will distinguish each recipe, according to the quality and concentration of each of them.

It is these botanicals that make gin a very special and appreciated drink. Much more aromatic thanother distillates, gin has won the hearts of fans of drinks and distillates in Brazil and around the world. It is versatile, light and aromatic, allowing combinations with many ingredients, creating interesting and tasty drinks.

London Dry Gin

London Dry is the most consumed and well-known type of gin in the world. Despite carrying the name London, it can be made anywhere in the world, respecting the characteristics of containing grain alcohol, junipers and aromatic herbs, in a distilled drink.

Perfect for making drinks, London Dry Gin produced by Kalvelage has 43% alcohol content. Its ingredients are 100% Brazilian cereals, in addition to eight aromatic herbs: juniper, coriander, cardamom, orange peel, roses, melissa, citron and angelica.

As with other spirits, the water used in the production of gin also influences the flavor of the finished drink. Kalvelage London Dry Gin is produced with the purest and most crystalline water from the European Valley, in Santa Catarina, resulting in a light and tasty distillate.

London Dry Gin Kalvelage Ingredients

What makes London Dry Gin Kalvelage an award-winning drink is its cereal distillate and botanicals, such as spices and aromatic herbs. The quantity of each ingredient is our Master Distiller’s best kept secret.

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London Dry Gin Kalvelage Spices

London Dry Gin Kalvelage Spices

Carefully selected, London Dry Gin Kalvelage uses a combination of exotic spices. Get to know a little more about each of them!

Juniper

Juniper is the heart of gin. It is a medicinal plant, also known as cedar or juniper, therefore an ingredient in the original Dutch recipe, developed as a medicine for the kidneys.

It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, sedative, hypoglycemic, lipid-lowering, analgesic, diuretic and digestive properties. But more than that, juniper is the ingredient that gives gin its characteristic flavor.

Cardamom

Another member of Kalvelage gin is cardamom, a pod of Indian origin with a flavor and aroma similar to ginger. Its seeds are sweet and highly appreciated in gastronomy to flavor various recipes. It pairs very well with citrus fruits, such as orange peels, which are also an ingredient in our London Dry Gin.

Coriander

Coriander is a very common ingredient in Brazilian cuisine, although it is not unanimous among the population. Coriander gives London Dry Gin Kalvelage a fragrant and slightly spicy flavor.

London Dry Gin Kalvelage Herbals

Refreshing and fragrant, herbs enrich the recipe for Kalvelage’s London Dry Gin. Maybe you know some herbs from your own backyard.

Melissa

Melissa, better known as lemon balm, is a plant from the same family as mint, that is, very aromatic and refreshing.

Angélica

Another medicinal plant, angelica has anti-inflammatory properties and is normally used for digestive treatments. Typically consumed in the form of tea or essential oil.

Cidrão

With a citrus aroma, the aroma of citron is reminiscent of lemon, but it is an herb. It is widely cultivated in gardens, and its leaves are used to make tea. Like juniper, it also has medicinal characteristics.

Orange peels

Orange peels give the characteristic citrus touch of London Dry Gin Kalvelage. A perfect pair with cardamom, it is a highly appreciated combination in gastronomy.

Roses

One of the most popular flowers in the world, roses are also appreciated in gastronomy. It is an ingredient with a complex and striking flavor, which enriches the London Dry Gin Kalvelage recipe.

Diferenças gin e vodka

Know the differences between gin and vodka

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Two of the world’s main drinks, gin and vodka, are a constant presence on bar and restaurant tables. Much appreciated by cocktail lovers, these spirits often confuse those who are not used to drinking or preparing drinks.

The fact that both are distilled beverages is the main reason for the confusion. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg. In reality, vodka and gin are very different drinks, starting with their names.

The word “vodka” derives from the word voda, which means water in Slavic languages. In practice, it is like a diminutive (aguinha). The word “gin” originates from the name of one of the distillate’s ingredients, juniper. As we already mentioned in this post, the name “gin” originated from the combination of variants of the name of juniper, which in Dutch isgenever, genievre in French and ginepro in Italian.

Another point of divergence between drinks is their origin. Gin was created as a medicine for kidney problems in the mid-17th century by a doctor and professor named Francisco de la Boie. Vodka, in turn, emerged in Russia in the 14th century, being perfected and reaching the alcohol content we know today only at the end of the 19th century.

Biggest differences between vodka and gin

Although name and origin are relevant facts to differentiate these distillates, there are other points of greater emphasis, starting with the taste of the two drinks. If you’ve already drunk both, you may have noticed that vodka is a purer distillate, with a neutral flavor, while gin contains many aromatic herbs. Therefore, its flavor varies according to the ingredients used, and may be more citrusy, more aromatic or more herbal.

This difference between gin and vodka is what defines how the drinks will be used in cocktails. As vodka is a neutral distillate, it is used to highlight the flavor of other ingredients in a drink, and not to be the main point. This makes it very versatile, being able to be used in the most diverse drinks.

Gin and vodka
Despite being distilled, gin and vodka are very different from each other.

Gin, in turn, is a more prominent drink. Therefore, it must be combined with ingredients that do not alter its flavor. The choice of the type of gin to be used in a drink depends on the combination of ingredients in the drink, and not the other way around.

It sounds complicated, but it’s quite simple to remember. Gin needs to be striking, both in its flavor and aroma, while vodka must be like water, with a pure flavor and smooth aroma.

To finalize the differences, we have the way of drinking. Vodka is a much appreciated drink in pure shot form, although it is also consumed in drinks. Gin is mostly part of drinks.

Now that you know the differences between gin and vodka, how about trying Kalvelage spirits? We have three different types of vodkas: Kalvelage Vodka, a super premium spirit perfect for drinking neat; Kalvelage Vibe Vodka, perfect for cocktails; and Kalvelage Oak Vodka, the only one made with oak extract in Brazil. In addition, we also have Kalvelage London Dry Gin, an authentic London Dry produced with 100% national ingredients.

Nothing better than tasting to differentiate, agree? Therefore, we have separated two recipes, one with vodka and one with gin for you to enjoy!

Gin Tonic

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml London Dry Gin Kalvelage
  • 15 ml lemon broth
  • 1 slice Sicilian lemon
  • 5 units Juniper
  • 1 fresh sprig of rosemary
  • 120 ml of tonic water
  • Glass of gin filled with ice

Method of preparation:

In a gin glass, place 1 thin slice of lemon, add the juniper, ice, lemon broth and Kalvelage gin, mix lightly and the ice will dilute, add more ice and top up with tonic water. Finish with the rosemary sprout in front of the Sicilian lemon.

Strawberry Caipiroska

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Vodka Kalvelage
  • 6 Strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • Ice

Method of preparation:

Put 6 strawberries in a glass, add two spoons of sugar. Muddle everything and then add 50 ml of Kalvelage Vibe Vodka. Fill the glass with ice and serve immediately!

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Coffee drinks recipes

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Coffee is one of the most traditional drinks in Brazil. Present in practically all Brazilian homes, coffee is consumed at the most diverse times and in the most varied ways.

To pay homage to this beloved drink, we brought you some drink recipes that can be made with coffee in the best combination with Kalvelage products.

Coffee caipirinha

And nothing better and more traditional than a caipirinha to start our list, right?

Ingredients:

  • 50ml of Vodka Kalvelage Vibe
  • 50 ml of coffee at room temperature
  • 1 lemon
  • 15 ml lemon syrup (optional)
  • Sugar to taste
  • Ice to taste
  • Coffee beans to decorate

Method of preparation:

In a glass, mash the lemon together with the sugar. Then add the shot of vodka, coffee and ice. If desired, top with lemon syrup. Decorate with coffee beans and enjoy!

Oak Martini

A martini with striking flavors, combining the personality of coffee with the complexity of American oak from Kalvelage Oak in a harmonious mix.

Ingredients:

  • 30 ml coffee liqueur
  • 60 ml Kalvelage Oak Vodka
  • 50 ml of your favorite coffee

Method of preparation:

In a cocktail shaker, shake all the ingredients with ice, double strain into a martini glass and finish with Bahia orange zest and coffee beans. This recipe is also available in our Winter Drinks eBook.

Creamy Russian Coffee

Made with ingredients that make the drink creamier, Russian coffee is a pleasant surprise for those who don’t know iced coffee.

Ingredients:

  • Two shots of coffee
  • A shot of Kalvelage Vibe Vodka
  • A shot of milk
  • ½ dose of cream
  • Two tablespoons of sugar
  • Ice to taste
  • Whipped cream to taste (optional)

Method of preparation:

Place the vodka, ice, sugar, milk, coffee and cream in a shaker and shake well. Pour the drink into a glass and finish with a layer of whipped cream.

Coffee shake with vodka

Do you like sweet drinks and want to impress your guests? This cocktail is a super tasty alternative to brighten up your visits.

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Kalvelage Vibe Vodka
  • 100 ml of strong brewed coffee or 2 shots of intense espresso
  • 2 ice cubes
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Chantilly
  • Cocoa powder
  • Cherry to decorate

Method of preparation:

In a cocktail shaker, combine cold coffee, ice and vodka. Then, decorate the cup with the syrup, pour in the drink, cover with whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder. Finish with the cherry.

Coffee with vodka and chocolate ice cream

Perfect for hot days, this drink with ice cream will please the sweetest of palates. Ideal for getting together with friends.

Ingredients:

  • Three tablespoons of instant coffee
  • Ten ice cubes
  • Eight scoops of chocolate ice cream
  • A cup of Kalvelage Vibe Vodka
  • Half a cup of hot water

Method of preparation:

Prepare the instant coffee in hot water and wait for it to cool. As coffee oxidizes very quickly, the best option is to prepare it at the time of the recipe and wait for it to cool. Once done, take the coffee, vodka, ice cream and ice cubes to the blender. Beat well and serve immediately.

Gin-coffee

Of course, our Kalvelage London Dry Gin could not be left out of the recipes. This is a refined and refreshing mix of acidic coffee with a drink full of herbs. However, the result is a drink with acidic and fruity notes, not the best option for sweeter palates.

Ingredients:

  • 200ml of London Dry Gin Kalvelage
  • 80 ml of tonic water
  • 40 ml of iced coffee
  • Ice to taste

Method of preparation:

Prepare iced coffee using the French Press or Clever. If you don’t prepare it with ice, leave the fresh coffee in the refrigerator for a few hours. Fill a glass with ice cubes, add gin and tonic, then slowly pour the coffee into the glass. Here’s a tip: if you pour the coffee over the back of a spoon into the cup, then you will have the result of separating the liquids.

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Everything you need to know about gin

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Gin is a much appreciated drink around the world, both for its perfumed aroma and its lightness. Its flavor makes it possible to combine it in different drinks, which has made gin the drink of the moment. To understand its success, we must first look at its history.

The drink was created in Holland, in the mid-17th century, by the doctor and professor Francisco de la Boie. That’s right, a doctor! Gin was created as a medicine to alleviate kidney problems. During his research, de la Boie mixed juniper with cereal distillate, and this diuretic medicine later became known by the name gin. However, what he didn’t expect was that it would be used by those who were not sick.

Tasty, light and cheap, the medicine soon became popular with English soldiers who fought during the 30 Years’ War (1618 – 1648), giving them courage and keeping away the cold in the midst of the harsh European winter

After the war, the English took the aromatic distillate to their country, where it became popular. Due to the creation of Coffey’s continuous still, gin began to be produced on a large scale in the country, and soon this distillate became cheaper than beer.

Also known as juniper distillate, gin has unique characteristics in its composition, and also varied styles, such as London Dry, Plymouth, Old Tom and Navy Strength.

The name Gin originated from the combination of variants of the name of juniper, which in Dutch is genever, genievre in French and ginepro in Italian. Today, the Tuscany region of Italy is the main producer of juniper.

The aroma of the gin is another important point, which differentiates this drink from other spirits. Gin has a lot to do with perfumes. Both use many aromatic herbs, such as angelica, lily roots and licorice, among their ingredients.

Gin sophistication

Recently, gin has returned with full force, and much of this is due to the diversity of combinations and its various harmonizations.

Gin was very successful during the 80s, but between the 90s and 2000s, consumers embraced ready-made drinks, causing it to be forgotten again.

However, in 2007, some renowned European chefs reported that after long days of work in the hot kitchens of their restaurants, they cooled down with glasses of gin and tonic over ice. Many of them created new quick drink recipes and developed the perfect way to enjoy the drink, bringing gin back from its sabbatical. Preparing a good drink with gin has become a personalized experience.

It is essential to prepare your drink in a gin glass, because the material of the glass influences the temperature of the drink. The glass keeps the drink fresh and does not transfer heat from your hands to the drink, keeping it refreshing until the end. Likewise, finding the ideal pairing, whether with tonic or other spices, is important to have the best experience possible.

If you’ve never tried a drink with genuinely Brazilian gin, get to know Kalvelage London Dry Gin, a sugar-free and gluten-free drink, made with 100% national cereals and awarded worldwide. Kalvelage London Dry Gin is produced in the European Valley, in Santa Catarina, and has eight aromatic herbs in its composition: juniper, cardamom, coriander, roses, angelica, citron, orange peel and melissa. Kalvelage gin is perfect for making drinks and has 43% alcohol content. Its bottle is inspired by the medicine bottle, where the original gin was sold. Order now at your favorite bar or restaurant!

 

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How international drinking contests work

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For beverage producers, international competitions are a way to demonstrate to everyone the quality of their products. With strict rules, only the best win. And if a drink has won an award, consumers can be sure that they are purchasing a really good product.

There are several international competitions that reward the best drinks, such as the Singapore World Spirits Competition, San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Competition, among others. In all of them, drinks are separated into different distillates, such as vodka, whiskey, rum, gin, among others, in addition to the wine category. Each category has specific rules and documentation. It is worth mentioning that there are no competitions of this type in Brazil.

During the competitions, the judges evaluate samples of each drink in a blind test, thus ensuring the equality of the process. While tasting the samples, the judges give each one a rating individually, without comparing it to the other drinks in the competition. At this stage, each judge evaluates specific aspects of the drinks, such as aroma, flavor, appearance and aftertaste. Notes are compared, and the best-rated drinks go to a final trial, where the best of the best is chosen, according to the rules of each competition.

To break the prejudice that only imported spirits are of quality, Kalvelage has been sending its products to different competitions since 2014, and has received 21 medals in total. Most of the awards took place at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition, in different years, proving that the quality of Kalvelage products was not a mere coincidence.

Kalvelage Vodka

In 2014, Kalvelage Vodka received a silver medal at the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition. The following year, in this same tournament, he received bronze, and in 2016 he won silver again.

At the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the first award was silver in 2014. The following year, it won its highest award: a gold medal. In 2016, it was awarded silver. Also in 2016, he won the silver medal at the New York World Wine & Spirits Competition.

Vodka Kalvelage OAK

Kalvelage Oak Vodka received bronze at the New York World Wine & Spirits Competition in 2019, and has won silver for three consecutive years at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition: 2019, 2020 and 2021.

Vodka Kalvelage Vibe

With great international prominence, Kalvelage Vibe Vodka won a medal for the first time in 2016, with silver at the Cathay Pacific Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Competition. The following year, in San Francisco, he won a bronze medal. Back in Hong Kong in 2018, Kalvelage Vibe Vodka won the gold medal. Finally, in 2019, came the bronze medal. Again at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, there were three more medals: bronze in 2019, silver in 2020, and another gold in 2021.

Kalvelage London Dry Gin

Like vodkas, Kalvelage gin also won awards in international competitions. As it is a more recently developed product, it participated in fewer competitions, but did not fall short in any of them: it received a bronze in 2020 and a gold in 2021, both at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

In all the competitions it participated in, Kalvelage proved its quality, and brought more than 20 medals to Brazil. Winning medals in consecutive years proves that the level of products does not decline even with an increase in production. The pioneering spirit of Kalvelage Distillery, combined with the use of national ingredients, shows that the country can also be an excellent producer of vodkas and gins, contrary to what many imagined.

 

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Made by those who drink, for those who drink

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In 2012, the dream of brothers Marcos and Maurício Kalvelage of opening their own distillery began to take shape. Seeking to produce high quality spirits, the Kalvelage brothers gathered all the necessary knowledge to produce the first bottles of artisanal vodka, whose quality was immediately recognized by friends and family. With their support, the brothers officially opened their distillery, located in the European Valley, in Santa Catarina.

Pioneers in the production of premium spirits in Brazil, Kalvelage dared to subject its products to the highest international standards; In 2014, the distillery received the silver medal at the San Francisco World & Spirit Competition for its Kalvelage Vodka, a vodka created to serve the super premium category and the first product created by Marcos and Maurício.

From then on, the company began to follow the path of success, and currently Kalvelage Vodka has won seven international awards, including a gold medal at the 2015 San Francisco World & Spirit Competition, as well as Kalvelage Vibe Vodka, winner in 2021 and also holder of eight medals.

In total, there are more than 20 medals in international awards for Kalvelage Vodka, Kalvelage Vibe Vodka, London Dry Gin and Kalvelage Oak Vodka.

Innovative by nature, Kalvelage Distillery is a pioneer in Brazil with Bag-in Box packaging, making it possible to store the same premium Kalvelage vodkas as in bottles, in practical 5-liter packaging, bringing a new concept and agility to preparing drinks – perfect for meet the demands of establishments such as bars and restaurants.

Discover Kalvelage distillates:

  • Kalvelage Vodka is a super premium distillate, made with 100% national cereals combined with the purity of the crystal clear waters of the Santa Catarina European Valley. Authentic vodka made by those who drink, for those who drink. Authentic vodka made by those who drink, for those who drink.
  • With the same passion that gave rise to the Kalvelage line, Kalvelage Oak Vodka, was created, a premium vodka that integrates the brand’s production quality with the flavors extracted from American oak, creating a unique identity. This is the first vodka in Brazil to be produced with American oak extract, marking yet another pioneering effort by Kalvelage.
  • Kalvelage Vibe Vodka stands out for its smoothness and balance, as well as being the ideal premium product for drink lovers. It is a very versatile drink, and can be used from high-end cocktails to the best experience for your bartending moment.
  • Kalvelage London Dry Gin is a special distillate, one of the pioneers in the premium gin sector in Brazil. In addition to 100% national cereals, the gin combines eight aromatic herbs, with the richness of Brazilian flavors. The recipe is made up of orange peel, coriander, juniper, roses, melissa, cardamom, citron and angelica, and has 43% alcohol content. This authentic London Dry Gin highlights the flavor of juniper, along with herbaceous and citrus notes, especially cardamom.

The distillates produced by Kalvelage are 100% gluten-free, without added sugar or artificial colors or flavorings, following demanding quality standards. All ingredients used in Kalvelage are carefully selected, which gives our distillates unique aromas and flavors. All drinks go through a filtration and microfiltration process for better polishing and standardization. The distillery also has custom distillers to achieve the highest quality standards.

The Kalvelage family’s passion for the world of spirits is synonymous with commitment and the certainty of product quality, transforming a surname into a brand with ethical values, honoring the slogan “made by those who drink for those who drink”.

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