Cachaçaria Velho Alambique is an award-winning artisanal distillery located in Santa Tereza, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Known for its commitment to quality, tradition, and sustainability, the distillery specializes in premium cachaças aged in a diverse range of Brazilian and international wood barrels. Its brand ethos revolves around crafting authentic sugarcane spirits with refined sensory profiles and regional identity.
Company Overview
Founded and operated by Ivandro Remus, Cachaçaria Velho Alambique has positioned itself as one of the most respected cachaça producers in Southern Brazil. Nestled in the Serra Gaúcha, a region known for wine and craft beverage production, the distillery utilizes organic and sustainable production techniques, maintaining complete control over the distillation, aging, and bottling processes.
The company focuses on both traditional and experimental cachaças, offering a wide variety of expressions aged in native Brazilian and imported woods, appealing to enthusiasts, collectors, and gourmet establishments.
Core Business
Velho Alambique operates across:
- Artisanal cachaça production using copper pot stills
- Barrel aging in multiple wood types, including oak, amburana, grápia, angico, and cabreúva
- National and regional distribution via specialty spirits retailers and online platforms
- Brand development and storytelling centered on heritage, quality, and craft innovation
Product Portfolio
Aged Cachaças
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Velho Alambique 4 Anos Carvalho Americano
- Aged 4 years in American oak
- 41% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Vanilla, toasted wood, balanced sweetness
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Carvalho Americano e Francês
- Aged 2 years in American and French oak
- 40% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Mild tannins, fruit undertones, aromatic complexity
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Amburana
- Aged 1 year in Amburana barrels
- 39% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Warm spices, cinnamon, mellow character
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Cabreúva
- Aged 1 year in Cabreúva barrels
- 40% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Earthy notes, subtle bitterness, herbal finish
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Porcelana 3 Madeiras
- Aged 2 years in oak, angico, and grápia barrels
- 39% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Richly layered, floral, and woody
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Blend 3 Madeiras
- Blend of cachaças aged in oak, grápia, and angico
- 39% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Harmonized complexity, dry and rounded
Unaged and Signature Editions
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Velho Alambique Prata
- Unaged cachaça
- 40% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Pure sugarcane, citrus, and grassy freshness
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A Locomotiva Ouro
- Aged 12–18 months in oak, grápia, and angico
- 39% ABV
- Flavor Profile: Soft, slightly sweet, light oak influence
Market Positioning and Target Audience
Velho Alambique targets:
- Connoisseurs of aged Brazilian spirits
- Gourmet bars, restaurants, and mixologists
- Retailers specializing in organic and craft spirits
- Export markets focused on high-quality Latin American spirits
The brand positions itself in the premium and artisanal segment, leveraging barrel diversity and sustainable production methods as key differentiators.
Unique Selling Propositions (USP)
- Multi-Wood Aging Strategy: Uniquely offers blends aged in Brazilian native woods and imported oak.
- Organic Craftsmanship: Adheres to sustainable production without chemical additives.
- Heritage and Innovation: Combines traditional distillation with modern wood-blending techniques.
- Sensory Excellence: Cachaças recognized for complexity, smoothness, and aroma.
Financial and Operational Footprint
While the company operates as a boutique distillery, key indicators of growth include:
- Presence in leading cachaça marketplaces such as Cachaçaria Nacional and Cachaçaria Original
- Multiple SKUs featured in competitions and tasting events
- Steady demand in the Southern Brazil gastronomy circuit
Shipment and Trade Insights
Cachaçaria Velho Alambique primarily serves:
- Domestic retail and wholesale markets
- Online sales via e-commerce platforms specializing in craft beverages
- Potential export to Europe and North America through cachaça-specific importers
All bottles are labeled in compliance with Brazilian MAPA regulations and designed for shelf stability.
Capabilities and Infrastructure
- Copper Pot Stills: Traditional distillation equipment ensuring flavor purity
- Barrel Aging Warehouse: Manages varied temperature and humidity to support wood interaction
- Bottling and Packaging: Handcrafted approach with premium labeling and packaging
Certifications and Compliance
- Registered with Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture (MAPA)
- Adheres to legal definitions of cachaça regarding sugarcane base, ABV (minimum 38%), and distillation methods
- Practices sustainability in water usage and waste management
Customer Testimonials and Recognition
Customer feedback highlights:
- Strong appreciation for the smoothness of 4 Anos and Blend 3 Madeiras
- Described as “rich and elegant” in tasting forums
- Valued by bartenders for creating high-end cocktails with a Brazilian identity
Notable Achievements
- Successfully launched and sustained multiple aged expressions in a competitive market
- Gained national reputation among cachaça enthusiasts and sommeliers
- Developed a recognizable regional identity within Brazil’s premium spirits category
Cachaçaria Velho Alambique exemplifies the power of tradition, innovation, and terroir in Brazil’s ever-evolving artisanal cachaça market, with a product line that honors heritage while meeting contemporary expectations for quality and authenticity.
