Distillers Collection

Advert, William Teacher & Sons, Whisky, Scotland
Advert for William Teacher & Sons, Scotch Whisky Distillers, Blenders and Exporters, Ardmore Distillery, Kennethmont, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. 1905

Chimney-swallow, Composing-stick, Concertina, Copying-press, Distillery, Dormer-window, Dromedary, Express-wagon
8651553 Chimney-swallow, Composing-stick, Concertina, Copying-press, Distillery, Dormer-window, Dromedary, Express-wagon, Flying-buttress, Flying-squirrel, Gasometer

Benedictine distillery, Fecamp, Normandy (b/w photo)
8656030 Benedictine distillery, Fecamp, Normandy (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benedictine distillery, Fecamp, Normandy, France)

Armenia, Yerevan, Yerevan Noy Brandy Company, Brandy distillers since the 19th century, high angle view above Argishti Street

J & W Nicholson & Co Distillers - Transport 1899
Shire horse and cart transporting wine and spirits to London. Date: 1899

A backwoods still operating during Prohibition (b/w photo)
7133804 A backwoods still operating during Prohibition (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); GG Vintage Images; UIG

The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France
7278786 The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The fire at the Benedictine distillery in Fecamp, France)

Benedictine Palace. (Illustration, circa 1930)
5975927 Benedictine Palace. (Illustration, circa 1930) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Power supply)

Benedictine distillery. (Illustration, circa 1930)
5975928 Benedictine distillery. (Illustration, circa 1930) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Power supply)

Berlin: Die Destille; Gin shop (b / w photo)
7181342 Berlin: Die Destille; Gin shop (b/w photo) by Bucovich, Mario (1884-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Die Destille; Gin shop)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Distillerie; Distillery; Brennerei (engraving)
7195746 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Distillerie; Distillery; Brennerei (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distillerie; Distillery; Brennerei)

Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours
6340315 Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours)

Vue, a vol d oiseau, de l usine Springer pour la fabrication de l eau-de-vie et de la levure... (engraving)
2787576 Vue, a vol d oiseau, de l usine Springer pour la fabrication de l eau-de-vie et de la levure... (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue)

Advert, W G Walker & Sons, Ayr, Scotland
Advert for W G Walker & Sons, Chemical and Lamp Black Manufacturers, Ayr, Scotland. 1905

Dunvilles whisky wagons in London
Large number of wagons, heavily laden with cases of Dunvilles world-famed V.R. whisky, travelling from St. Katherines Dock to Dunvilles London headquarters in Shaftesbury Avenue

Vue d ensemble d une distillerie montee avec les appareils Desire Savalle et produisant... (engraving)
2787575 Vue d ensemble d une distillerie montee avec les appareils Desire Savalle et produisant... (engraving) by French School

Distillery in the 16th Century (chromolitho)
2788757 Distillery in the 16th Century (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distillery in the 16th Century)

Various images retorts distillers A-D E-H Print marked top right
Various images of retorts and distillers, A-D and E-H, Print marked top right: No 1, laboratory (tools, instruments, laboratory equipment, scientific research), pharmacy, pharmaceutics, Jan Luyken

Label for Big Cat, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Old Rampart, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Whipple Creek, Kentucky Corn Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Kentucky Nectar, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, distilled and bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Label for Lick Run, Kentucky Corn Whiskey, bottled by General Distillers Corporation of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Date: circa 1940s

Colour poster - British Military
Making his Mouth Water, 1899. Colour photolithograph reproducing a poster advertising Wright & Greig Ltd, Distillers, Glasgow, Roderick Dhu Whisky, made by Tom Browne and Co

Wine Tasters
A party of students of the International Distillers and Vintners School of Wine, sampling a range of Beaujolais. Date: late 1970s

Messrs Beaufoys Distillery, formerly Cupers Gardens, 1809 (w / c on paper)
XCF306045 Messrs Beaufoys Distillery, formerly Cupers Gardens, 1809 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, George (c.1765-1831); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Bell Inn, Aldersgate Street, 1851 (w / c on paper)
XCF267478 The Bell Inn, Aldersgate Street, 1851 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; English, out of copyright

Distillery, 19th century artwork. Workers participating in various stages of the distillation process. At left, the boiler is being refuelled

Fast Delivery advertisement
Advertisement for the DCL (The Distillers Company Limited). Thei fast delivery is illustrated here by a tanker being throw fast like a ball from a mans hand. Photographic montage by Heinz Zinram

Starting Young
Poor kids ! The priests start them off with the Holy Spirit, then the distillers finish them off with spirits of the other kind

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"Discover the Art of Distilling: From Scotland to Armenia, a Journey through Time" Step into the world and embark on a captivating journey that spans continents and centuries. In this advertorial, we explore the rich history and exquisite craftsmanship behind some renowned distilleries. Let's begin our adventure in Scotland, where William Teacher & Sons have been perfecting their whisky since time immemorial. With every sip, you can taste their dedication to tradition and quality. Next stop is Yerevan, Armenia, home to the esteemed Yerevan Noy Brandy Company. With roots dating back to the 19th century, these brandy they have mastered their craft over generations. Their spirits are an embodiment of Armenian heritage and expertise. Traveling across borders now brings us to Kentucky, USA - famous for its bourbon whiskey production. The labels for Big Cat Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Whipple Creek Kentucky Corn Whiskey proudly showcase the region's commitment to producing exceptional spirits with distinct flavors. As we delve deeper into history, we stumble upon a clandestine scene from Prohibition-era America - a backwoods still operating discreetly amidst turmoil. This black-and-white photo serves as a reminder of both defiance against unjust laws and human ingenuity during challenging times. Venturing further into Europe leads us to Fecamp in France; here lies Benedictine Palace which suffered from a devastating fire at its distillery. Despite this setback, it stands tall as an enduring symbol of resilience within the industry. Illustrations from circa 1930 take us inside Benedictine Palace itself – showcasing its grandeur as well as providing glimpses into its bustling distillery operations. These images transport us back in time when craftsmanship was celebrated with utmost elegance. Our final destination takes us to Berlin's iconic Die Destille gin shop captured in an evocative black-and-white photograph that exudes old-world charm. It serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of gin and its place in history.