Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn: History, Whisky Range and Visitor Guide
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Spirit of Hven is a Swedish family-run distillery on the island of Ven in the Öresund Strait between Sweden and Denmark. Founded by Anja and Henric Molin, it distils whisky, gin, vodka and aquavit while hosting visitors at the Backafallsbyn resort.
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Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn at a glance
At a glance | Details |
|---|---|
Distillery | Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn |
Location | Norreborgsvägen 55, Sankt Ibb, island of Ven |
Country | Sweden |
Region | Skåne |
Founded | First distillation 2008 |
Owners / makers | Founders Anja and Henric Molin |
Main whisky | Spirit of Hven Tycho's Star |
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History of Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn
Anja and Henric Molin developed the idea for a distillery in the late 1990s and began production in 2008. At first the distillery was one of the smallest copper pot operations, deliberately bringing malting, distillation, barrel storage and bottling together within a compact building.
Its naming scheme draws on astronomy and the legacy of astronomer Tycho Brahe, who lived on Hven. The Seven Stars single malts and Tycho's Star are not separate distilleries, but different whiskies from the same producer.
The people behind the distillery
Founders Anja and Henric Molin. Roles and ownership may change over time.
How the whisky is made
Long fermentations and carefully selected yeast strains help create different spirit flavours. The island's relatively mild maritime climate shapes the maturation environment.
Tycho's Star is a peated single malt using several barley malts and bottled at 41.8% ABV. Other products include Hvenus Rye and MerCurious corn whisky, which should not be confused with single malt barley whisky.
Whisky bottles and range
The following are verified whisky releases from this distillery, including historical bottlings where noted. Each whisky and cask is different; references to aroma or taste reflect producer information and are not an independent Whisky Clan tasting.
Tycho's Star Single Malt
A medium peated Swedish single malt, 41.8% ABV, in the producer's distinctive triangular flask.
Seven Stars single malts
Limited individual whisky releases, including Merak, Mizar and Alcor.
Hvenus Rye Whisky
A rye-based whisky distinct from the malt range.
MerCurious Corn Whisky
A separate grain-style whisky expression.
Pictured: Spirit of Hven Tycho's Star. This is a real bottle associated with the distillery, not a generic whisky glass.
Awards and milestones
Spirit of Hven is recognised for its island distilling project and international export reach. Individual awards need verification by whisky name and year.
Visiting Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn
The Backafallsbyn site offers whisky experiences, hospitality and accommodation. Visitors must account for ferry travel to Ven, and tastings may require booking.
Check current opening hours, booking policies and whisky availability before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the distillery?
Norreborgsvägen 55, Sankt Ibb, island of Ven
When was it established?
First distillation 2008
What is the main whisky bottle?
Spirit of Hven Tycho's Star. See the range above for additional expressions and styles.
Can I visit?
The Backafallsbyn site offers whisky experiences, hospitality and accommodation. Visitors must account for ferry travel to Ven, and tastings may require booking.
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Source checks completed 23 October 2026. External links are grouped here at the end to keep reading on Whisky Clan uninterrupted.
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