Alcohol 
The Belarusian State Concern of Food Industry Belgospischeprom incorporates 13 producers of alcoholic beverages. 
Belgospishcheprom attaches prime importance to the quality and competitiveness of products, introduces new technologies in water purification, processing of ethanol-water solutions and product design.
Product design emphasizes the distinguishing qualities of the product, its style and unique features. Alcoholic beverages are available in bottles from 0.05 liters to 3 liters. Products are sold in traditional bottles, as well as in 1.23-liter glass and ceramic bottles, souvenir bottles with screen printing and dosing bottle caps, 1.23-liter bottles with leather and wooden decorations, and exclusive 1.23-liter bottles with the following designs: Dagger, Shield and Sword, Cathedral, Stelle, etc.
Alcoholic beverages are packed in souvenir boxes made from cardboard, sackcloth, natural leather, and wood. Boxes are adorned by straw and willow decorations. Some of beverages are sold with a set of crystal vodka shots.
Domestic producers can boast a number of well-known brands popular both in Belarus and abroad. These are Belalco, Kristall, Akvadiv, Nemanoff, Radamir, Pridvinie, Klimgrad. 
These brands received prestigious awards at international exhibitions in Minsk, Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Sochi, Vilnius, Brussels, Cannes, and other cities. 
The companies affiliated with the concern are expanding their presence in overseas markets including Georgia, Italy, Spain, Poland, Vietnam, the United States, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Germany, Norway, the United Kingdom, Czechia, Bulgaria, Chile, New Zealand, China, Iraq, Turkey, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Australia, Nigeria, Tanzania, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, the Russian Federation, Ukraine, and Turkmenistan. 

“MINSK KRISTALL GROUP” Holding managment company 
The history of Minsk Kristall distillery is a detailed chronicle of the development of Belarus’ alcohol industry. When founded 116 years ago, it was a small local enterprise with only one steam engine and 20 people working there. From these humble beginnings rose a company which is now reputed as Belarus’ number one liquor producer. After securing a firm foothold on the domestic market, the company keeps striving to attain new heights. 
Minsk Kristall products are a combination of century-old traditions established in the 19th century, classic recipes refined in the 20th century and cutting-edge technology and equipment introduced in the 21st century. 
Minsk Kristall is a classic brand recognized not only in Belarus but in many countries worldwide. Belorussky balsam, Belovezhskaya bitter brandy, Kristall Present and Belaya Rus Lux classic vodkas, Kristall Belovezhskaya and Khlebnoye Vino special vodkas are just a few of the long list of beverages that were created in the 20th century and preserved the original taste so popular around the world. 
We are proud of our know-how into which we invested so much time and effort. We are doing our utmost to satisfy most demanding customers. In 2007 we launched the production of Belling cream liqueur. Such liqueurs are not produced anywhere else in Belarus. Belling is a bright example demonstrating that premium class products can be absolutely affordable. Khlebnoye Vino vodka is made using a traditional recipe based on rye biscuits and artesian water. This vodka has been the highest selling brand in the vodka segment in Belarus for several years already. 
The company implements and improves quality management systems required by national and international standards. 
In 2008, Minsk Kristall was certified with ISO 9001 quality management system. 
In 2003, the enterprise was first Belarus’ food company to receive 14001 certificate (environmental management system). 
In 2004 the company introduced HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) certificate. 
In 2008 Minsk Kristall was certified with OHSAS 18001 certificate (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems).
A year later the company obtained Organic certificate confirming that Minsk Kristall vodkas are in compliance with EU 209/91 requirements. 
The popularity of Minsk Kristall products is underpinned by a combination of factors: eco-friendly and natural raw ingredients, unique recipes and advanced production technology. Many Minsk Kristall brands are not produced anywhere else in the world. 
The products of this prestigious trade mark satisfied most sophisticated tastes in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. The company was awarded the golden medal at the exhibition in Paris in 1905, and the golden medal at the Rostov exhibition of imperial court-yard suppliers in 1906, and the Grand Prix at the Roman exhibition in 1911.
All in all, the enterprise has received more than 580 awards including 20 Grand Prix, 17 Platinum Quality Symbols, 211 golden, 128 silver, 48 bronze medals, and 150 diplomas.
The enterprise is the winner of the Quality Excellence Award of the Government of the Republic of Belarus. 
Minsk Kristall was recognized Number One Brand in the Republic of Belarus. The company is a frequent laureate of the national competition Best Products of the Republic of Belarus. 
All these awards attest to the great quality of the company’s products, help raise the prestige of the trade mark and boost the sales. 
The company is turning into an increasingly active player on the international liquor market. It has secured a solid market position thanks to brand recognition, compliance with international standards and customized approach.
Minsk Kristall products can be found at top shelves in such countries as Germany, Russia, the Baltic states, Turkey, Georgia and Poland. 
At the international show-presentation in Las Vegas in 1999 Minsk Kristall products scored most points and won the 1st place, and Vseslav Charodey vodka was recognized the world’s best. The organizers of prestigious international celebrations dedicated to the Cannes Film Festival in 1999 and the New Year's Ball in the Princedom of Monaco in 2000 chose the Belarusian vodka Vseslav Charodey to treat eminent guests.
Contacts
15 Oktyabrskaya Street, Minsk, 220030, Belarus Reception: (+ 375 17) 227 44 69 Sales department: (+375 17) 227 00 83, 227 29 36, 226 09 32 Foreign trade department: (+375 17) 328 52 48

Belalco 
Brest-based distillery Belalco is a major liquor producer in Europe. It is Belarus’ only enterprise that has an export history of over 30 years. Belalco products can be found in many countries across the globe.
The company is constantly expanding its assortment range. The products are made using traditional recipes and finest quality ingredients, including honey, spices and rare herbs of the Belovezhskaya Pushcha national reserve. 
The Belarus’ consumer favourites include Berezovaya, Klenovaya, Vinogradnaya and Belarus Sineokaya vodkas, Zubrovka, Belovezhskaya and Vezha bitters, Berestye balm. Polyarnaya 45% and Pervach 56% are a number one choice in the vodka segment. All in all, the company produces over 30 descriptions of spirits. 
The company has introduced ISO 9001 quality management system certified with the international and national certification systems in 1998 (by Bureau Veritas Certification, Germany, and the State Standardization Committee of Belarus). 
In 1998 the company received its first quality excellence award of the Government of the Republic of Belarus; since then it was given this award three times. This high-quality brand was acknowledged well beyond Belarus. The enterprise was awarded numerous diplomas and medals at international exhibitions and contests. In 2008 alone, it received 8 golden, 3 silver medals and 14 diplomas. 
Berezovaya vodka is the original Belarusian vodka. It was recognized Best Product 2002 and came second as the Best New Brand 2002. In 2001 it received a diploma of  Prodexpo-2001 exhibition for its package design. In 2003 the company became the laureate of Belarus’ Best Products 2003 competition. In 2004-2006 it amassed an impressive collection of medals and diplomas of national and international exhibitions and contests. This brand is a traditional favourite both in Belarus and abroad. 
Klenovaya vodka is Belarus’ original vodka which has no analogues. It is made from high quality grain alcohol and maple syrup using a special technology giving it distinctive qualities. This brand was awarded numerous medals and diplomas at the most prestigious international fairs and competitions.
Vinogradnaya vodka has grape syrup in its compound. The vodka has a crystal glistening, neutral aroma and soft taste, giving it distinctive qualities. The innovative package design and a remarkable taste make this vodka a sophisticated treat. Vinogradnaya vodka is a unique product, as grape syrup is not used in any other vodka in the country.
Pervach vodka is a brand new product of the Brest distillery. Although its alcohol content is 56%, Pervach has an extremely mild taste and neutral aroma. This made this vodka a popular choice within the segment. 
Contacts
1 Sovetskaya Street, Brest, 224005, Belarus
Phone: :+375 162 20 68 28, +375 162 21 08 44, +375 162 20 83 76
E-mail: blvz@brest.by

Gomel Distillery 
Gomel Distillery is one of the flagships of the Belarusian liquor industry, famous not only in Belarus but also abroad. 
Beginning April 2007 the company’s products have been marketed under the Radamir brand.
The company relies on up-to-date equipment, latest technologies and highly qualified personnel. 
The distillery is composed of an ethanol plant, four vodka and liquor production lines fitted with foreign equipment and Sadko proprietary retail network. 
The annual production capacity of the enterprise nears one million decalitres of alcoholic beverages. Gomel Distillery produces over 60 descriptions of vodka, cocktails, balms, nastoykas, liqueurs, punches, brandies and cognacs. 
The ethanol plant (Polesye branch) produces Lux and Super Lux ethanol. In 2006 the plant launched a new variety of premium-class alcohol called Polesye. The enterprise also makes malt for bakeries, kvass wort concentrate, kvass concentrate, kvass and carbon dioxide. 
The quality of our products is unrivalled. The unique combination of modern technologies and old traditions results in products of exceptionally high quality and great taste. We use only natural ingredients and highly purified water which guarantees the safety of our products.  
The company’s success is underpinned by cutting-edge technology and constantly upgraded equipment. Sticking to the original time-proved recipes of vodka, liqueurs and balms, the company keeps in touch with the latest developments in the area of alcoholic drinks production.
Gomel Distillery received HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) certificate, ISO 9001 (quality management certificate), ISO 14001 (environmental management system) and OHSAS 18001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems).
The international certificates help the company boost its export potential and remain one of Belarus’ leading exporters of vodka and alcoholic beverages to the Baltic States. 
In the conditions of the cut-throat competition the products of Gomel Distillery enjoy a steadily high demand which attests to their excellent quality and capability to explore new markets. 
The premium quality and high competitiveness of the Radamir brand are the key factors behind the company’s successful marketing policy. The brand has secured a firm foothold on the domestic market and greatly advanced to the markets of Latvia, Estonia, Russia and Germany. Lithuania imports company’s kvass wort concentrate. 
Gomel Distillery products have received numerous awards for sterling quality and stylish design at national and international exhibitions in Minsk, Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Sochi, Vilnius, Riga and Brussels. 
Over the last ten years, the company collected more than 100 awards, including
- Six Grand Prixes
- Over 50 golden medals
- Over 45 silver medals
- Over 13 bronze medals
Contacts
Gomel Distillery
106 Sevastopolskaya Street, Gomel, 246042, Belarus
E-mail: info@glvz.com, ved@glvz.com
WWW.Vodka-by.com
Phone: +375 (232) 37 09 97, + 375 (232) 36 36 32
Fax: +375 (232) 36 41 02, + 375 (232) 36 36 18

Nemanoff 
Grodno-based Nemanoff distillery produces liquors and fruit wines; the Vorochansk ethanol plant (Nemanoff’s branch) manufactures crude alcohol, rectified ethanol, and rye malt powder used in baking. 
The company’s production facilities include one liquor production shop floor and two bottling shop floors; the Vorochansk branch has ethanol and malt production shop floors. 
All Nemanoff’s vodkas are made using premium-quality rectified grain ethanol of Lux class and purified water. The finest quality ingredients combined with the expertise of the company’s personnel contribute to the great taste of each Nemanoff vodka. 
“Vodka” is a diminutive form of the word “water” which was viewed as a source of life by the ancient Slavonic peoples. The taste of vodka, however, depends not only on its base – ethanol and water, but also on various flavourings. 
As of 1 January 2009, the designed capacity of the enterprise was the following:
Vodka – 757,000 decalitres 
Liquor – 174,000 decalitres
Fruit wine – 170,000 decalitres
Ethanol from food feedstocks – 244,000 decalitres (Vorochansk branch)
Solid rye ethanol – 840 tonnes (Vorochansk branch)
Rectified ethanol – 1,500 decalitres per day (Mir branch)
Kvass wort concentrate – 3,300 tonnes per day (Mir branch) 
The company constantly expands its assortment range taking into consideration the results of consumer research. The product portfolio is renewed 20-35% every year.
In 2007 the company turned out Nemanoff Lux and Nemanoff with Currant Flavour vodkas in a souvenir package and a souvenir set of Serebryanye Rosy vodka. In 2008 the company launched the production of Nemanoff with Echinacea and Nemanoff with Ginseng vodkas. 
In 2009 Svadebnaya vodka and Bravissimo cream liqueur hit the store shelves. 
Contact
22 Vilenskaya, Grodno, 230023, Belarus
Phones:
Director: 72-10-23
Reception: 72-22-32
Chief engineer: 72-07-74
Leading  corporate lawyer: 74-35-62
Sales and marketing department: 74-35-57
Procurement department: 72-27-28
E-mail: grodnolvz@tut.by

Akvadiv 
Malinovshchina-based Akvadiv distillery is an advanced company distinguished by cutting-edge technology and high-quality alcohol products. 
The company’s premises include a distiller shop floor, alcohol cellar, liquor and wine production shop floors. The company also operates mineral and drinking water bottling lines. The enterprise performs all the stages of alcohol production cycle: from grain storage and processing to bottling. 
The company is certified with HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), ISO-9001-2001 (quality management system) and ISO-14001-2005 (environmental management system). This guarantees high quality and safety of the products. 
At present Akvadiv brand portfolio includes over 50 descriptions of liquors, rectified ethanol, mineral and drinking water. All the products have the necessary certificates of conformity. 
The company’s trading partners include Latvia, Lithuania, Azerbaijan, and Ukraine. Supply contracts were signed with Turkey, Bulgaria, Columbia, and Vietnam. The company spares no effort to boost the export and penetrate into new markets. 
The enterprise offers:
- vodka
- bitters
- dessert and cream liqueurs
- brandy
- fruit wine
- mineral water
- still drinking water
The beverages are bottled into 0.5, 0.375 and 0.7 litre bottles. The size of souvenir bottles ranges from 0.2 to 1 litre. Fruit wines are sold in 0.5, 0.7 and 0.75 litre bottles. 
The success of any company depends not only on its clientele but also on assortment range. New products should be constantly introduced to maintain customer loyalty. The specialists of the plant are constantly working to diversity the company’s offer range.
 In 2009, the enterprise launched the production of new alcoholic drinks, among them are special vodkas Akvadiv Mint, Akvadiv Orange, Akvadiv Anise, bitter brandies Akvadiv Zubrovochka, Akvadiv St John's Wort, Akvadiv Pepper, Akvadiv Ginger with Honey, Akvadiv Lime Blossom with Honey, Golden Anise, balsam Akvadiv. 
The company has recently certified its new liqueurs designed for domestic and foreign markets. They include dessert liqueurs Akvadiv Herbal, Akvadiv Honey Sage, Akvadiv Ashberry, Akvadiv Blackberry, Akvadiv Red Current, Akvadiv Cherry, sweet liqueurs Akvadiv Cherry with Cognac.
The quality of Akvadiv products has been recognized by both consumers and experts. Beginning 1998, the company has garnered an impressive collection of 80 medals and numerous diplomas. The company is a regular participant of most prestigious international competitions. 
At the Wine-Vodka 2008 international exhibition in Sochi that gathered about 300 companies, Akvadiv was awarded the Grand Prix in the category Rectified Ethanol and three golden medals in the categories Mineral Water, Souvenir Vodka and Balsams. 
The latest achievements of the company include a golden medal in the category Souvenir Vodka at the Prodexpo 2009 in Moscow, a silver medal in the categories Special Vodka and Balsams and a golden medal in the category Semi-Sweet Light Liqueurs at the 8th international tasting competition Expoforum 2009 in Minsk. 
Contacts:
Malinovshchina village, Molodechno region, Minsk oblast, 222315, Belarus
Reception: + 375 1773 200 98,
Sales department: + 375 17 506 25 28, + 375 17 506 25 29, + 375 17 732 31 25; 
www.akvadiv.by
E-mail: info@akvadiv.by 

Vitebsk Distillery 
http://www.vitvodka.by/
Vitebsk Distillery is a high-technology enterprise producing alcohol, vodka and alcoholic beverages.
The company manufactures more than 40 descriptions of products:
- vodka
- special vodka
- sweet nastoyka
- bitter nastoyka
- strong liqueur
- sweet liqueur
- emulsion liqueur
- gin
- balsam
- cognac
Non-alcoholic beverages
The company’s products have won numerous awards at international contests. The company collected 25 medals in 2008 alone. The company’s Vodka.by, Krepki Oreshek nastoyka and Black Knight balsam were awarded gold medals at the 9th International Odesski Zaliv Contest in 2009. Gold medals were presented to Zhitnitsa vodka and Krepki Oreshek nastoyka at the Best Products 2009 contest in Moscow. The gold of the 8th International Alcoholic Beverages Testing Contest in Minsk went to Pigeon’s Milk emulsion liqueur and Krepki Oreshek bitter nastoyka.

The company exports its products to the Baltic states, China, Kyrgyzstan and Russia. The products which enjoy steady demand among foreign customers include Northern Province, Northern Province with honey, Zhitnitsa, Northern Standard, Vodka.by and Festivalnaya vodka, Golden Aurochs with Pepper special vodka, Coffee Baron and Cherry with Chocolate liqueurs, Belovezhskaya Pushcha, Yesche po Odnoy, Pertsovaya bitter nastoyka, Black Knight balsam, others.

Contacts:
Vitebsk Distillery
45 Revolyutsionnaya Str., Vitebsk, 210001
e-mail: lvz@vitebsk.by
phone: +375 (212) 36-93-61
marketing and foreign economic activity department
Head – Valentina Tsybulskaya
Phone/fax: +375 (212) 37-06-35 
e-mail: marketing@vitvodka.by

Klimovichi Distillery 
http://www.klimlvz.com/
Klimovichi Distillery is one of Belarus’ largest and oldest producers of alcoholic beverages. The company was founded in 1858.
The company manufactures a wide range of products: 
White and special vodka – over 30 descriptions;
Balsams;
Sweet and bitter nastoyka;
Wines;
Liqueurs;
Cognacs;
Alcoholized fruit juices
The company uses only natural ingredients. Having studied the alcohol market trends in Belarus and overseas, the company took a decision to develop a new promising KLIMGRAD trademark. Bottles for the new trademark will be specially designed. 
The KLIMGRAD product line will include white vodka, balsam, nastoyka and liqueur.
The company has certified its products in accordance with an ISO 9001-2001 quality management system.
Klimovichi Distillery has won over 100 gold, silver and bronze medals at international exhibitions, fairs and tasting contests.
Contacts:
10 Naberezhnaya Str., Klimovichi, 213633, Mogilev oblast
Phone: +375-2244-5-65-30 (reception)
+375-2244-5-65-75 (fax)
+375-2244-5-63-57 (marketing and foreign economic links department)
+375-2244-5-65-65 (sales department)
+375-2244-5-65-26 (supply department)
e-mail: klimlvz@tut.by
klimlvz05@mail.ru (marketing and foreign economic links department