Destillerie Farthofer: Ohling, Lower Austria
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Destillerie Farthofer is an organic farm distillery in Öhling, in the Mostviertel region of Lower Austria (Amstetten district). Its motto is "from the field to the bottle".
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Destillerie Farthofer at a glance
Quick fact | Destillerie Farthofer |
|---|---|
Distillery / producer | Destillerie Farthofer |
Location | Öhling, Lower Austria |
Country | Austria |
Official website | destillerie-farthofer.at |
Family history | Roots in 1867 |
Owner / generation | Josef Farthofer, fifth generation |
Whisky production | Malzwelt malt house and distillery, Biberbach |
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History and background
Distillery history and production
Destillerie Farthofer traces its family farming and distilling roots in Austria's Mostviertel region to 1867. Josef Farthofer, the fifth generation, has developed a certified-organic spirits business following a field-to-bottle philosophy.
Its own account distinguishes the Mostelleria visitor location in Öhling from the Malzwelt malting and whisky-distilling site in Biberbach. The current official shop lists organic single malts matured in red-wine casks.
History
Josef Farthofer founded the company, and he runs it with his wife Doris. The business first became known through Mostello, a pear based aperitif made from Mostviertel cider pears, and a vodka that won a world's best title. Whisky came later.
From the field to the bottle
According to the Lower Austrian Economic Chamber (WKO, January 2026), the grain is grown on the distillery's own 50 hectare organic farm in Biberbach, rather than bought in. Since 2018 the barley is malted on the company's own drum malting plant, which is unusual for a small distillery. The company employs 13 people. The water comes from the farm's own spring.
Range
Seven different whiskies, made from the farm's own grain, including single malt and rye based bottlings
Mostello
Gin, rum and vodka
Cask finishes that include casks that previously held Mostello, and casks from small breweries
Official website
Details of the range are at destillerie-farthofer.at.
Sources
WKO Niederösterreich, Whisky aus eigenem Bio-Getreide, updated 30 January 2026. Whiskipedia distillery entry for Farthofer. Mostviertel tourism page for the Mostelleria.
Destillerie Farthofer whisky bottles and expressions
The producer documents these expressions. Listings do not guarantee current stock and are not Whisky Clan's own tasting notes or ratings.
Whisky bottle | Producer information |
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Farthofer Organic Single Malt 2020 Red Wine Cask | 43% ABV, producer listing |
Farthofer Organic Single Malt 2021 Smoky Red Wine Cask | 47% ABV, producer listing |
Visiting Destillerie Farthofer
Visitor experiences, opening times and booking arrangements may change. Use the producer's website to confirm availability before travelling.
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Frequently asked questions about Destillerie Farthofer
Where is Destillerie Farthofer?
Ohling, Lower Austria.
What is known about Destillerie Farthofer?
Josef Farthofer founded the company, and he runs it with his wife Doris. The business first became known through Mostello, a pear based aperitif made from Mostviertel cider pears, and a vodka that won a world's best title. Whisky came later.
Can I visit Destillerie Farthofer?
This guide does not establish current tour arrangements. Check directly with the producer before travelling or booking.
Where can I find official information about Destillerie Farthofer?
The producer website is Product ranges and visitor arrangements may change.
Sources and further reading
Official producer information and supporting release references. These links are intentionally placed after the article.
Cover image: Josef and Doris Farthofer in the Austrian distillery's production hall. Photograph reproduced from Gault & Millau Austria / Farthofer. Image source credited; reuse licence or permission is not confirmed.
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