Take a behind the scenes factory tour of the Hollander Distillery a unique family run distillery. The business which started in Czechoslovakia in 1930 has reopened recently in the Land of Israel in Beit Meir in the Jerusalem Hills.
Hollander Distillery specializes in the production of beverages using alcoholic fruit distillation – natural liqueurs from fruits, and Alcohol (schnapps) based on various fruits. Tours are open to families…tastings are for adults only.
Behind the Scenes Hollander Tour
Learn how the liquor, schnaps and brandy is made. Follow the process through from fresh fruit to fruit liquor while hearing Ronny’s family story. On the tour you will go through the different production spaces at the distillery and learn about the production process of alcohol and spirits.
Finish with a tasting on the viewing terrace as you face the spectacular view of the Jerusalem mountains. Guests will get to taste the variety of products including – 4 types of liqueur and 2 types of schnapps.
Tours are 1 hr long and open to families but tastings are for adults only.
Tour & Tasting English Tour
Hollander Distillery is a family-owned craft distillery located in the Jerusalem Hills, specializing in the production of fine spirits made from locally sourced ingredients.
Join us to hear their family story — from their founding in 1930, through World War II, the establishment of the State of Israel, to date.
During the tour, you’ll explore our various production areas and learn about the fascinating process of crafting our spirits. Finish the experience with a guided tasting session featuring a selection of our unique products.
Sunset Tour
Take the regular tour of the production process and end with a cocktail on the balcony overlooking the sunset on the Jerusalem Hills. This tour is 1.5 hrs. Every Thursday through June, enjoy Happy Hour, with a unique menu of cocktails at special prices.
Hollander Cocktail Workshops with Refreshments
An experiential workshop that gives you a glimpse into the world of alcohol and cocktails.
The session opens with a short tour of the factory where you learn about the production process of the alcohol. You will then be brought on to the terrace for an experiential workshop in which you will taste the different distillery’s products as cocktails. You will learn how to mix your own cocktails using Hollander products.
The workshop includes tastings, three cocktails and light refreshments.
1.5 hrs with a 15 person minimum
Schnapps & Fish Workshop
Join Hollander for an experience that sharpens the senses, which will teach you how food effects the spirits we drink.
A tasting workshop including 4 types of schnapps from the distillery along with 4 types of smoked and pickled fish.
The workshop starts with a tour of the alcohol production stations at the distillery where you will learn about how to produce alcohol from fruits. After the tour you will continue on to the terrace for a guided tasting with an incredible view of the Jerusalem Hills.
Each Schnapps is accompanied by a specific fish. You will learn the thought process behind which fish matches up with which flavored Schnapps.
2 hr workshop + tour , minimum 6 people, maximum 15.
Drink With A View
Want to visit but without a tour? Come enjoy a relaxing and special experience, in the quiet and pastoral atmosphere of the Jerusalem Mountains. You can sit and enjoy delicious food and fine drinks (on the menu), without the pressure of a tour. You can also take a short walk along magical nature trails, which allow you to relax and connect with the nature around you. The place to relax and recharge.
