Our craft distillery specializes in the production of distillates in small batches, utilizing traditional maceration techniques
In our production process, we use exclusively locally sourced ingredients of the highest quality, preparing and blending them by hand.
Our uncompromising approach gives us absolute control over every detail, resulting in an authentic character and the flawless quality of the final spirit.
About us
The Initial Idea
After visiting numerous distilleries, both small and large, across the region and Europe, we decided to turn our hobby of distillation into a professional pursuit. We established a small space near Belgrade where we can fully express our creativity and experiment with countless recipes.
Nova Destilerija is located in Belegiš, a town on the outskirts of Belgrade. Nestled on a loess ridge overlooking the Danube, it is just a twenty-minute drive from Zemun.
Our Process
Distillation itself is a relatively simple process. What we found more challenging was arriving at the “ideal” recipe, sourcing local ingredients of exceptional quality, failing countless times, and starting the entire process from scratch over and over again.
At Nova Destilerija, everything is done by hand. Although this is the slowest method—whether it involves preparing fruit and botanicals before maceration or the meticulous final packaging—we believe it is the only way to achieve the high quality and aesthetic standards our product demands. After all, these are spirits intended to be gifted or shared with those closest to us.
Our goal is for our customers and guests to feel certain that when they gift a bottle of our spirit, its taste, aroma, and meticulous packaging reflect a level of care and attention that the recipient truly deserves.
Belegiš
Every year, the natural burrows within the loess ridge of our distillery become home to a vast number of migratory birds. Species such as the vibrant European Bee-eater and the Sand Martin return to these nesting sites, which is why this region has been designated as an Important Bird Area (IBA) of international significance.
We are currently preparing our space at this unique location and look forward to the opportunity to host you here very soon.
Our Ingredients
In our spirits, we use only ingredients of exceptional quality, sourced exclusively from trusted partners such as the “Dr. Josif Pančić” Institute for Medicinal Plant Research.
The juniper berries that form the foundation of every distillate originate from two distinct regions of Serbia—Stara Planina and Zlatar—and are purchased solely from small-scale local suppliers.
After sampling, we perform a rigorous selection and partial drying of the berries. In the distillation process, we utilize a unique and proprietary ratio of both fresh and dried juniper.
Beyond the botanicals, we place immense importance on the water used in our production. For this reason, we have chosen high-quality water from the slopes of Fruška Gora, further purified through a specialized reverse osmosis process to ensure absolute purity and a smooth finish.
Sustainability
At our production site in Belegiš, the recycling of raw materials is an integral part of our standard operations.
We fully recycle all single-use packaging delivered by our external partners—primarily PET and plastic film. Furthermore, the organic by-products remaining from the distillation process are composted on-site, returning nutrients to the soil.
Currently, our packaging is 95% recyclable, and our ultimate goal is to ensure our spirits are presented in 100% fully recyclable materials in the near future.
After two years of preparation, we have introduced the first three products from the Mali Debeli Džin range to the market
To create our three unique recipes, we used only ingredients of exceptional and verified quality, preparing them exclusively by hand in small batches.
What further sets our gin apart is the extended maceration of our botanicals and our decision to leave the distillate unfiltered, preserving the full richness of its flavor and aroma profile.
Beyond our standard range, we are also pleased to offer bespoke, personalized editions tailored to your needs
We offer our customers the opportunity to create personalized gifts and tell their own stories with Mali Debeli Džin. This unique collaborative approach allows for the creation of bespoke labels or even entirely new, custom-developed spirits.
Some of the corporate clients who have placed their trust in us:
