Distillery Profile

Det Norske Brenneri

Aust-Agder · Norway · Founded 2005 · Jon Bertelsen

The first private distillery to obtain a spirits production license in Norway after the state monopoly was abolished in 2005. Located in Grimstad in southern Norway. Launched the first-ever Norwegian single malt whisky (Audny) in 2012. Produces whisky under the Eiktyrne brand. Sources wash from Nogne O brewery. Managed by Jon Bertelsen. Small-scale artisan production at 2,500 LPA. Also produces Harahorn Gin.

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Founded: 2005
Owner: Jon Bertelsen
Status: Active
Production Capacity: 2,500 LPA

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