“Before & After” from Blaauwklippen

During November 2009, Rolf Zeitvogel entered the Cellar after an exhausting day in the office checking up on the red noble late harvest, as well as the brandy that was patiently ageing away as he always does.   It is here where he got his inspiration of creating edgy new products .

After experimenting with various flavours, Rolf was blown away by the aromas in the Aperitif, reminiscent of his German grandmother’s Black Forest Kitchen during the Festive Season.  He bottled some as Christmas Gifts for colleges, family and special friends and was surprised by the positive reaction received. Rolf knew he was onto a winner, but he also realized that this is a drink to be enjoyed year round and that calling it Christmas Liquor, might hamper sales.  The quest  was on for the perfect name and when he was trying to explain to a friend how versatile this product is, “Before and After” was born.

“Before and After” is a sensuous flavour fusion of cinnamon and Christmas spice, creating the backbone of this sophisticated brandy fortified aperitif made from masterful blend of wood matured red Noble Late Harvest and Blaauwklippen Potstill Brandy.  This is fun and sexiness in a bottle!

Retail price: R195 per bottle

“Before and After” has just won the coveted RX South Africa Most Innovative Wine on Show Trophy at the Michelangelo Awards.  This is the third consecutive year that Blaauwklippen is awarded this trophy.