Black Forest distillates [Schnäpse]
Plum
[Zwegschte]
The Bühler plum, known worldwide and aromatic.
Apples & Pears
[Epfel un Biire]
Old varieties of pears and apples from meadow orchards revived in noble brandies.
Grapes
[Tribel]
Distillates from wine also have a special tradition in the Black Forest.
Cherries
[Kriëse]
The unmistakable black forest kirsch.
Distilling schnapps
On the picturesque heights of the Black Forest, where majestic fir trees touch the sky and the air smells of resin, the Nöltner family has lived in Neusatz near Bühl for 150 years. Here, nestled in the timeless beauty of nature, the family tradition of home distilling has remained alive for generations.
Skilled craftsmanship and a love of nature shaped the first drops of the fine Black Forest schnapps that still forms the heart of the distillery today. From the creaking wooden floors to the modern copper stills of today, the Nöltner family has always been committed to perfection. Every bottle that leaves the distillery is a tribute to craftsmanship and a connection to the homeland.
Each generation has added its own touch while preserving the traditional quality. The Black Forest fruits, berries and herbs, carefully collected from the surrounding hillsides, give the handmade distillate its unmistakable character.
Today, in a hectic and fast-paced world, the Black Forest distillery Nöltner & Nöltner is a place of tranquillity and tradition. The Nöltner family is proud to share its history and its love of distilling with people and invites them to take a sip of Black Forest soul - every bottle contains the story of 150 years of dedication and passion. Here's to a future in which tradition lives on and the taste of the Black Forest conquers hearts.
Photo: Great-(great-(great-)grandpa Hermann Nöltner (1869-1945)
Distilling kitchen
In the early days, the Distillery were located in the kitchens of the residential houses. In this way, the heat from the wood fire and the warm cooling water could be used. Later, the distilling equipment was located in adjacent farm buildings or in separate wash and distilling kitchens, while the term distilling kitchen [d' Brennkich] was preserved.
With the support of the regional development LEADER, our home distillery has received a new modern Brennkich in 2022. This can be visited during open distilling days. The distillery is traditionally from a Black Forest distillery builder, the company Müller from Oberkirch.
Schnapsjournal
Waldesruh' - Vermouth (Baril №1)
There are places that smell of history, of damp forest soil and hanging bunches of herbs. Places where the morning mist lies heavy between the vines and the buzzing of bees sounds like an ancient song.
Two continents, one family – The story of Anselm & Sons
Here, where vineyards merge into dark pine forests and every beam of every house tells a story, fine spirits are produced – handmade and deeply rooted.
Pomace brandy from Pinot Noir (№15)
The German equivalent of grappa, grown on the steep slopes of the Ingersbach valley in Neusatz.
Ein Zwetschgenbaum in Bühl beherbergt einen Rebstock
In the middle of the picturesque Black Forest landscape, in a meadow at our distillery Nöltner & Nöltner in Neusatz, stands a fascinating witness to times gone by: a Bühler plum tree with a vine growing up it
Insight into the art of distilling schnapps: Dates for the live experience
It's that time again! Our house distillery opens its doors again for all who want to experience a fascinating insight into the art of distilling schnapps.
Williams-Christ Pear (№12)
The history of the Williams Christ pear in the Black Forest is closely linked to the nickname "Bon-Chrétien", which means "Good Christian". This name is said to go back to St. Francis of Paola.
Cultural promoters of good taste
For nature, the climate, and good taste: Become an ambassador and promoter of a landscape-shaping culture and its high-percentage history.
By sponsoring a fruit tree of the Bühler Frühzwetschge variety, you help the silent queen of the plums to survive. At the same time, you will be helping to preserve orchard meadows which, with more than 5,000 animal and plant species, are among the most diverse habitats.
Experience how the Bühler plum tree grows up and bears its first blue fruits after a few years. You will be able to taste their aroma, because each tree sponsor will receive a bottle of Buhler plum water exclusively signed in his or her name from our in-house distillery.
You can find out more about the development from tree sponsor to cultural promoter of good taste here.
Gefördert durch den Europäischen Landwirtschaftsfonds für die Entwicklung des ländlichen Raumes (ELER) und das Ministerium für Ländlichen Raum und Verbraucherschutz Baden-Württemberg.
