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Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915) is located in Limbadi Calabria Italy.

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Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915)

Q: What does Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915) produce?

Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915) produces or represents products such as Italian amari, herb and citrus liqueurs, grappa from vinacce (grape pomace), Mediterranean gin, limoncello and citrus liqueurs, aged brandies, family-owned spirits producer.

Q: What raw materials does Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915) use?

grape pomace (vinacce) (for grappa), Calabrian lemons / local citrus (for limoncello and citrus liqueurs), cedro (citron) from the Riviera dei Cedri (cedro infusions), Calabrian licorice (liquorice), chili pepper (for chili-flavored grappa), Phoenician juniper berries (used for Emporia Gin)

Explore the spirits, production style and story of Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915).

Family-run Italian spirits company based in Calabria (Limbadi). As the lead company of Gruppo Caffo 1915, it produces a wide range of amari (Italian bitter liqueurs), liqueurs, grappa, gin and brandy, managing the production chain internally and distributing its brands internationally.

Italian amari herb and citrus liqueurs grappa from vinacce (grape pomace) Mediterranean gin limoncello and citrus liqueurs aged brandies family-owned spirits producer

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What to know about Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915)

Type Distillery

Region Limbadi , Calabria , Italy

Founded 1915

Products from 15

Lead company of Gruppo Caffo 1915, a family-run operation active since 1915. Producer of the well-known Vecchio Amaro del Capo, a flagship product with wide international distribution. Relaunched historic brands such as Elisir San Marzano Borsci (management started in 2013) and acquired brands like Petrus (2020). Emporia Gin developed with a study on Phoenician juniper and collaboration with local research institutes. International recognition: 'Best Italian Distillery' at the Berlin International Spirits Competition 2019. Production and valorisation of local specialties such as Calabrian DOP licorice and cedro-based liqueurs from the Riviera dei Cedri.

Producer range

Producer range Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915)

Spirit categories

Italian amari herb and citrus liqueurs grappa from vinacce (grape pomace) Mediterranean gin limoncello and citrus liqueurs aged brandies family-owned spirits producer

Representative products

Vecchio Amaro del Capo Elisir Borsci San Marzano (Elisir San Marzano Borsci) Petrus Boonekamp Emporia Gin Limoncello dai Limoni del Capo Grappa Caffo al Peperoncino (Grappepe) Cedro della Riviera Gin Dry Emporia Grappa Caffo Grappizia Liquirizia Amaro Sprint

Raw materials

grape pomace (vinacce) (for grappa) Calabrian lemons / local citrus (for limoncello and citrus liqueurs) cedro (citron) from the Riviera dei Cedri (cedro infusions) Calabrian licorice (liquorice) chili pepper (for chili-flavored grappa) Phoenician juniper berries (used for Emporia Gin)

Casks and ageing vessels

Slavonian oak casks (mentioned for the Brandy Heritage 1970)

Distillation and production

Production method

Production in company-owned facilities with internal supply-chain control: distillation of vinacce (grape pomace) for grappa, distillation and infusion of botanicals and citrus for gin and liqueurs, and cold or hot infusions for traditional liqueurs. The company states it manages internally processes from the cultivation of some raw materials to the preparation of infusions and distillation.

Distillation

Distillation in company-owned plants: distillation of vinacce (grape pomace) for grappa and distillation of alcohol bases and botanical infusions for gin and liqueurs (processes managed internally by the company).

Ageing

Documented ageing practices for some flagship products (e.g. Brandy Heritage 1970 aged long-term in casks), with internal management of maturation processes.

Producer history Distilleria F.lli Caffo (Gruppo Caffo 1915)

Officially founded in 1915 by Giuseppe Caffo (originally from Santa Venerina, Sicily), the company developed over time and established its main headquarters and historic production site in Limbadi (Calabria). Over the years the group expanded its portfolio through acquisitions and relaunches of historic brands (including Elisir San Marzano Borsci, acquired and relaunched starting in 2013) and incorporated international brands such as Petrus (acquired in 2020). In recent years the group has continued its international expansion and strengthened its position in the amari and liqueurs segment.

Production philosophy

Valuing family tradition and historic recipes combined with investments in research and supply-chain control: from sourcing local raw materials to infusions and distillation in company-owned facilities. Strong focus on Mediterranean botanical heritage and product innovation, with research activities and external collaborations.

Territory

Southern Italy, with roots in Sicily (historical origin) and a historic production site in Calabria (Limbadi). Broad commercial and distribution presence on international markets.

Awards and recognitions

Best Italian Distillery - Berlin International Spirits Competition (2019); various medals and recognitions for individual products at international competitions (e.g. medals for limoncino, licorice and brandy).