Distillery Profile
Arcus
Norway's largest spirits producer, spun off from the state monopoly Vinmonopolet in 1996. World's largest producer of aquavit. Produces a range of spirits including whisky. Owner of iconic Scandinavian brands. A major industrial-scale producer in contrast to Norway's artisan whisky distilleries. Corporate headquarters and main production facilities in Norway.
Production
How it's made
- Founded
- 1996
- Owner
- Arcus ASA
- Status
- Active
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