R. Jelínek, Czech Republic

R. JELÍNEK (Rudolf Jelínek) is a legendary Moravian producer of fruit spirits from Vizovice, officially established in 1894. The brand builds on the long tradition of distilling in the Valašsko region, where fruit brandies hold a special place. Today, Jelínek is widely regarded as one of the most iconic names in slivovitz.

The flagship of the portfolio is slivovitz—a classic Moravian plum spirit that made Vizovice famous far beyond its borders. Beyond that, Jelínek offers a range of premium fruit distillates such as Williams pear brandy, apricot, cherry, and apple spirits. With their clean, fruit-forward character, these bottles are popular with connoisseurs and also make a refined gift.

Production is based on careful processing of ripe fruit and traditional methods that preserve the authentic character of each spirit. One distinctive highlight is Jelínek’s kosher slivovitz, certified by the Orthodox Union, with a rabbi supervising key stages of production. This emphasis on control and consistent quality is a hallmark of the brand.

Jelínek spirits are best enjoyed neat as a digestif, or lightly chilled/on ice depending on the specific bottle style. They also work well in simple serves where the fruit notes can shine, while fitting perfectly into any premium home collection. If you’re looking for a traditional Central European fruit spirit with a strong story and reputation, Jelínek is a safe choice.

Producer:

RUDOLF JELÍNEK a.s., Razov 472, 763 12 Vizovice, Česká republika

rjelinek@rjelinek.cz

+420 577 686 120

www.rjelinek.cz