Distillate
Bei der Vergärung der Maische beginnt des Brenners Können und führt zu einem delikaten Edelbrand. Während dieses Prozesses können Probleme auftauchen wie etwa Gärstockungen. Unsere Forschung arbeitet daher an praxistauglichen Lösungen im Bereich Qualitätssicherung bezüglich Rohmaterial, Einmaischen, Gär- und Brenntechnik und der Fertigstellung von Edelbränden. Unsere Fachleute wenden ihr Knowhow auch an bei der sensorischen Beurteilungen anlässlich von Edelbrand-Prämierungen oder bieten Kurse für Brenner und Brennauftraggeber an.
Agroscope's Distillate Extension service aims at providing customer-oriented solutions to issues of distilleries.
We are involved in:
- quality assurance of raw materials, crushing, fermenting and distilling procedures
- sensory assessments of award-winning fine spirits
We also offer specialized module courses for distillers and contractors which cover the following topics:
- Fruit crushing and fermenting
- Distillation methods with various distilling devices
- Processing, tasting and analyzing spirits
- Producing liqueurs
Our service offers advice with regard to general manufacturing practice, PR activities and marketing of distillates in an attempt to provide practical contributions to promote quality awareness of fine spirits.
New Agroscope Guidelines for Distilleries
Agroscope provides distilleries with practical guidelines and worksheets on good practice, self-monitoring and occupational safety. The documents were developed together with industry representatives and offer concrete assistance for day-to-day operations.

