Founded by David Zibell, Nitai Morgenstern, and Amir Lev, Yerushalmi Distillery brings a bold, smoky twist to Israeli whisky. Located in Moshav Zanoach, near Jerusalem, the distillery embraces craft methods and local climate to produce expressive, small-batch spirits.
đ Distillery Highlights
- Location: Moshav Zanoach, near Jerusalem
- Founded by: Zibell, Morgenstern & Lev
- Distillation: Traditional copper pot stills, double distillation
- Specialty: Peated single malt whisky â rare in Israel
- Climate influence: Warm, dry air accelerates maturation
- Kosher certified: Many expressions meet kosher standards
đ„ Signature Whiskies
| Expression | Type | Cask Finish | Notes |
| Har HaMoriah | Peated Single Malt | Oak cask | Smoky, earthy, with spice and dried fruit |
| Solom Desert / Solom Sicily | Peated Single Malt | Wine casks | Rich, layered, with fruit and tannins |
| Solom Beer / Solom Pirate | Peated Single Malt | Beer & rum casks | Malty, bold, with sweet and bitter notes |
| Korban Olah | Peated Single Malt | Oak cask | Intense, smoky, with ritual symbolism |
| Special Editions (e.g. Purim) | Peated Single Malt | Themed releases | Limited, collectible, story-driven |
Sources: Yerushalmi Distillery Official Site, Israel Cart Producer Profile
đ What Makes Yerushalmi Unique
- Exclusive focus on peated whisky â rare in Israelâs whisky scene
- Repurposed rum barrels â add depth and sweetness to smoky malts
- Handcrafted production â every batch is personally overseen
- Jerusalem inspiration â names and themes reflect local heritage
- Experimental spirit â frequent limited editions and bold finishes
Yerushalmi Distillery is redefining Israeli whisky with smoke, soul, and storytelling. Itâs a must-try for fans of peated malts and small-batch innovation.