Distillery

Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof

Explore the spirits, production style and story of Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof.

German spirits producer based in Steinhagen (North Rhine-Westphalia), known for producing Steinhäger marketed as Fürstenhöfer. Part of the Wilhelm Kisker group since 1955 and preserving traditional recipes and methods for its juniper-based products.
Steinhäger (local juniper specialty) juniper liqueurs German spirits distillates and liqueurs
Producer range

Producer range Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof

Spirit categories

Steinhäger (local juniper specialty) juniper liqueurs German spirits distillates and liqueurs

Representative products

Fürstenhöfer Steinhäger 38% vol. (0,7 L) Steinhager Fürstenhöfer - Juniper liqueur 70 cl

Raw materials

juniper berries neutral spirit water sugar (for liqueurs) aromatic herbs (for liqueur recipes)
Distillation and production

Distillation and production

Production method

For the main product (Steinhäger) double distillation is carried out in copper stills according to a historic recipe; some products are also marketed in traditional containers (e.g., amphorae/kruke). For juniper liqueurs, neutral spirit is used with juniper berries and, where applicable, added sugar and aromatic herbs.

Distillation

Double distillation in copper stills (for Steinhäger), according to traditional local recipes.

Producer history Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof

Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof is historically linked to Robert H. Günther and the production of Steinhäger in Steinhagen. The brand and production have long operated as a recognized production unit and, in 1955, the business became part of the Wilhelm Kisker group, which has maintained production under the traditional name.

Production philosophy

To preserve traditional, territory-linked recipes and procedures of Steinhagen, enhancing the local Steinhäger heritage and the production of juniper-based liqueurs through classic distillation methods.

Territory

Steinhagen, the Steinhäger area (North Rhine-Westphalia), Germany. The name Steinhäger is geographically linked to production in the single locality of Steinhagen.

Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof

This producer is a useful reference point for enthusiasts looking for authentic spirits, distinctive production identity and a carefully selected online catalogue.

On this page you can discover the producer, understand its main categories and browse the products currently available for purchase.

Products from

Products from Brennerei Zum Fürstenhof

View all products