Where time has flavour
Everything began with enchantment: the intense taste of fruit immersed in brandy, the simple ritual of opening a bottle and toasting slowly.
Among old recipes and whispers from those who cultivate knowledge through generations, the desire to make liqueur arose — with patience and respect.
What started as curiosity became a ritual. When time slowed down, it became craft.
Life led us to the West, land of markets, orchards, and generous people. There, among harvests and seasons, a new way of experiencing time was born: slower, closer to the land, more present.
From making for ourselves came the desire to share. And from artisanal, the commitment to natural.
Fruit is carefully selected. Brandy is Portuguese and robust. Time is the maestro: guiding, transforming, revealing the best of each ingredient.
No rush. No tricks. Only what nature gives — in its own rhythm.
We value intentional craft. We believe flavour is memory. And we always toast to the small moments.
returning to the essentials
2011
Ginja
It began with a passion for Ginja liqueur in the streets of Lisbon.
2019
Torre Vedras
During the pandemic, destiny led us to the West of Portugal.
2020
Nature
Surrounded by local markets, Rocha pear orchards, and vineyards, we rediscovered the rhythm of nature.
2021
Roots
Our love for the ritual of crafting liqueurs led us to explore old recipes, listen to locals’ secrets, and—with time and curiosity — turn a hobby into a craft.
2022
Support of local initiatives
With the support of local initiatives such as Fábrica do Empreendedor and Investir Torres Vedras...
2024
A dream comes to life
... the dream took shape, space, and a name.
2025
Expertise that respects tradition
Fernanda dos Santos, the soul behind ALQOESTE, has successfully completed the international WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits (Wine & Spirit Education Trust, United Kingdom) with distinction.
