Gutsgasthof Andres - Gutshof Andres
Bernd Andres continues the tradition of distilling on the estate with great enthusiasm. His father Georg Andres had distilled excellent fine spirits and created fruity liqueurs for many years. He made delicious juices and sparkling seccos from apples and quinces. During his lifetime, the father taught his son the craft of distilling and left him his brilliant experiences.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
