The Wolfschmidt Story
Its story traces back to 1847, when Albert Wolfschmidt established the brand in Riga — a city long renowned for producing some of Europe’s finest caraway liqueurs. From the beginning, Wolfschmidt distinguished itself through an uncompromising approach to quality, selecting only the most aromatic botanicals to create a liqueur of clarity, balance, and depth.
While Kümmel had already gained recognition through the earlier brands, Wolfschmidt elevated the category. Its liquid became known for a silky sweetness, precise botanical balance, and a finish that lingers with the warm spice and cool brightness of caraway. This refinement secured Wolfschmidt Kümmel a place amongst Europe’s most respected liqueurs, appearing in private clubs, aristocratic dining rooms, and the bars of grand hotels throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Wolfschmidt Kümmel stands at the intersection of European elegance and Baltic distilling heritage.
Wolfschmidt Today…
Today, Wolfschmidt Kümmel has returned to the world of fine spirits with renewed purpose. Following a decade-long absence, the brand has been revived with a commitment to authenticity, integrity, and quality craftmanship. Production is now based in Switzerland, where the recipe is crafted with the same attention to detail that defined it. Delivering a product that is both timeless and modern.
In the modern world of luxury spirits, Wolfschmidt Kümmel occupies a distinctive niche. Bartenders and connoisseurs praise it for its versatility—equally capable of elevating classic cocktails, such as the Silver Bullet, or standing alone as a refined digestif. Its resurgence has also sparked renewed interest among collectors and enthusiasts who value spirits with deep historical roots and a clear sense of identity.
Behind the Return
Wolfschmidt Kümmel has been restored to market by The Silver Liqueur Company—founded in 2023 by a small gathering of driven Kümmel enthusiasts, united by a shared aim: to return a spirit of genuine heritage to its rightful place. Based in the small town of Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders—a place shaped by tradition—the company works to invite the modern drinker to rediscover a spirit with a story and appreciated by those drawn to something considered and uncommon.
What People Are Saying
“Back in production and better than ever: the greatest of all digestifs”
— The Field Magazine
“A very clean and well-made example of this category of liqueur.” Rated ‘Excellent’ 4.5/5 stars
— Diffords Guide