A warm welcome in Deinze
We kicked off the day at the Filliers offices in Deinze with a warm welcome, complete with coffee and snacks. The morning began with an inspiring introduction from CEO Benoit Filliers, who shared the company’s story along with the vision and values that shape Filliers today. This was followed by a broader presentation of the team and the extensive product portfolio, highlighting the heritage, craftsmanship, and passion that define the brand.
Inside the Distillery
Next, we headed into the distillery for an in‑depth tour of the production site and bottling plant, combined with our first product deep dive, which focused on Filliers’ cream and fruit jenevers as well as their traditional advokaat. Seeing the entire process up close truly brought the brands to life and gave the Alcobrands team a deeper appreciation for the quality, expertise, and authenticity that define Filliers.
Learning, sharing and looking ahead
After a shared lunch, we continued with a second product deep dive, this time exploring Filliers’ whisky and aged jenevers. We then moved into a clear and forward‑looking presentation outlining the commercial and marketing vision for 2026. This session aligned both teams on strategy, ambitions, and future goals, reinforcing a shared commitment to growing this partnership together.
Ending on a high note
The day concluded with a fun cocktail workshop that filled the room with energy, laughter, and connection. A sincere thank you to the Filliers team for the warm welcome, the openness, and the knowledge shared throughout the day. This official kickoff was a great moment for the Alcobrands team to come together, learn, and start the new year motivated, aligned, and ready to embrace the exciting opportunities ahead.
Welcome Filliers Distillery. Welcome to good company.