Distill With Goodwill
Coquard and his son-in-law hatched a plan to use their expertise and do something they’ve never done before: Distill special, American themed bourbon and donate the proceeds to Veterans Service Organizations.
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Prairie Fumé Wins Triple Gold as Wollersheim Shines
Prairie Fumé, the wine that made Wollersheim Winery famous, continues to be a showstopper in the world of international wine competitions, recently receiving various accolades for 2018.
Prairie Fumé Awarded Triple Gold and Best of Class
Prairie Fumé earned a Triple Gold and Best of Class at the 2018 Dan Berger International Wine Competition held recently in Santa Rosa, California. There were 1,278 wines entered in this double blind competition judged by 29 esteemed wine judges.
Our Brandy Roots
Throughout the state of Wisconsin and the Greater Midwest, many people have come to know the name Wollersheim in the world of winemaking, but chances are that they are less familiar with the extensive history of brandy production on the hillside property.
The Mighty Oak Anniversary – A Year Later
The Burr Oak, which graces the Wollersheim Winery and Distillery logo, is as much a part of our historic winery as the vines, barrels and cellars. It defines us — so we’re doing our best to save it.
Dry Riesling Named Best White Wine of 2018
Our Dry Riesling received Best White Wine at the 2018 Pacific Rim International Wine Competition held in San Bernardino, California. Over 1,000 wines entered the competition from places as far away as France, Chile and Australia.
Old Fashioned Feelings
The next time you’re enjoying some Brandy and get that Old Fashioned feeling, you’ll know why.
Wine & Winter
Wisconsin is often overlooked when it comes to the world of wine, and its infamously long and cold winters play a large part in that misconception. How do we do it?
The Sazerac – A Brief History
The Sazerac cocktail has a rich history in American cocktail culture, with a past that predates the American Civil War.
Wisconsin Terroir
Wollersheim Winery and Distillery sits on the slopes of a picturesque riverside bluff, nestled just 20 miles northwest of Madison, Wisconsin. This uniquely beautiful location lies just below the final dam on the winding Wisconsin River and marks the start of the final...
Bourbon and Whiskey – What’s the difference?
If you drink whiskey or Bourbon regularly, you’ve probably heard it. “All Bourbons are whiskies, but not all whiskies are Bourbons.”
Mixology Monday: The Sazerac
Round Top Rye, our very first whiskey! Featured in this Sazerac cocktail, a classic in the canon.
Mixology Monday: Scarlet Apple
Is it spring yet? The Scarlet Apple cocktail is bright, tart and refreshing and celebrates our Wisconsin bounty by combining our Apple Eau de Vie, made from Wisconsin grown Apples, with a Cranberry Sage shrub.
Mixology Monday: Brandy Alexander
Brandy Alexander: a quintessential Wisconsin cocktail.
Mixology Monday: Sugarloaf Cocktail
A variation on the Treacle cocktail, our Wisconsin Apple Brandy version is named for the bluff on which we are located.
Mixology Monday: Brandy Buck
Like Moscow Mules? Then you’ll love this Wisconsin variation combining Press House Brandy, Lemon and Ginger Beer!
Pumpkin Toddy
Happy National Hot Toddy Day! Hot Toddies are the perfect way to brighten a chilly day.
Mixology Monday: Vintage Flip
In honor of the grand opening of Vintage Brewing Co. Sauk Prairie we offer a special edition of Mixology Monday.
Happy New Year!
As we celebrate the New Year, join us as we take a look back at 2017: a Wollersheim Winery & Distillery Year in Review…
Ice Wine: An Extra Special Harvest
A December sky lit by the moon and a spectacle of shooting stars provided the perfect conditions for an extra special Ice Wine harvest.
Mixology Monday: Brandy Milk Punch
The Jack Rose cocktail is perhaps the most famous of all Apple Brandy cocktails, dating back to 1914.
Mixology Monday: Jack Frost
The Jack Rose cocktail is perhaps the most famous of all Apple Brandy cocktails, dating back to 1914.
Eagle White 2017
Available now at the Winery.
Our estate-grown Eagle White is a semi-dry white wine with soft hints of pear and apricots.
Mixology Monday: Pre-Prohibition Old Fashioned
Before the Old Fashioned became the drink we know and love in Wisconsin, it started with three simple ingredients: spirit, sugar, and bitters. Our version of the Pre-Prohibition Old Fashioned features our delicate and floral Coquard Brandy with a rich cinnamon simple...