Innovative Spirit and Liqueur Crafts from Austria

1868 to now

The traditional origins of emil 1868, also known as Stegmüller Spirits Distillery, date back to 1496. For several centuries, this experienced company has stood for first-class spirits and their distinctive taste, as well as service and quality. From the very beginning, the values of this traditional distillery have consistently combined inspiration, tradition, innovation, and a sense of family.

emil 1868 is "Innviertel's first spirits factory," and has been family-owned for many generations. Here, experience, knowledge, and a love of distilling are continuously passed down from one generation to the next. Despite the company's long history, emil 1868 is not an antique shop, but rather a young and dynamic company that is always open to new ideas.

In keeping with the motto "Preserve tradition and revitalize it with new ideas," the emil 1868 distillery consistently produces innovative creations that reflect customer tastes and trends – past, present, and future.

emil 1868Austria´s Distilled Legacy

In the heart of Upper Austria´s Innviertel region, where tradition and innovation bled seamlessly, lies a distillery unlike any other - emil 1868. Formaly know as Stegmüller Spirituosen, this historic house of spirits began as the First Innviertler Liqueur Factory and remains family-owned to this day. What began in 1868 as a bold step into the world of distillation has grown into a brand thats stands for craftmanship, creativity and character. The Stegmüller family´s roots trace backt to 1496, and with each generation, their passion for distilling has only deepend.

We bottleAustria

Decades of expertise meet fresh vision here — every drop we produce reflects a love for the craft, a reverence for nature, and an openness to innovation. From timeless brandies to bold new creations, emil 1868 offers a spirit for every palate, delighting connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike. But we are more than tradition. emil 1868 is a young, dynamic company driven by a desire to explore the extraordinary. We constantly reimagine what a spirit can be — from flavor profiles to packaging — bringing bold ideas to life in every release. Passion and experience flow into everything we do, and our commitment to quality, service, and design remains unwavering.

Austria in a Bottle Unmistakably emil

Our one-of-a-kind Austria-shaped bottle is more than packaging — it’s a symbol of national pride and exceptional design. Exclusive to emil 1868, it’s a visual celebration of our origins and values. Inside, you’ll find a liquid masterpiece. Outside, a collector’s showpiece. Whether you’re gifting, curating a bar, or simply savoring the moment, emil 1868 stands out. It’s more than a spirit — it’s a story in every bottle..

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For more than 150 years, emil 1868 has stood for craftsmanship, quality, and authentic taste. Founded in 1868 in Upper Austria, this family-run distillery combines tradition, innovation, and a deep passion for creating exceptional spirits and liqueurs. Each bottle reflects Austrian heritage, natural purity, and the art of distillation perfected over generations.At emil 1868, every spirit and liqueur begins with the finest local ingredients. Only fully ripe fruits from Austrian orchards are selected, carefully fermented, and gently distilled to preserve their natural aroma. No artificial flavors or unnecessary sugar – just pure craftsmanship and honest flavor.The spirits from emil 1868 – such as apricot, Williams pear, fruit, or stone pine – captivate with clarity, balance, and a true expression of fruit. The liqueurs offer soft sweetness and depth of flavor, from the fruity apricot liqueur to the herbal classic or creamy creations. Every drop captures the essence of Austria’s rich distilling tradition.With emil 1868, you taste authenticity, dedication, and more than a century of expertise. Each bottle represents genuine Austrian spirit craftsmanship – natural, refined, and unmistakably unique.

Emil STEGMÜLLER

Owner / CEO

I’m the 7th generation – and the first to take fruit spirits where they truly belong: out of the dust, into the spotlight.With innovation and unconventional ideas, we create products that don’t just taste amazing, but also light up the shelves and look stunning. Quality is a given – the real extra is our courage to break new ground – worldwide.