Destilería del Anís Ríos

Destilería del Anís Ríos is a Spanish distillery based in Silla, in the Horta Sud comarca of Valencia. It was founded in 1885 by José Ríos Salvador and has been producing alcoholic beverages, most notably anise spirits and liqueurs, for well over a century. The company is one of the older continuously operating distilleries in the Valencia region and is closely associated with the traditional Spanish anise drink category. The distillery operates from a historic industrial building in Silla, a late-19th-century nave that is protected as a Bé immoble de rellevància local (a locally relevant asset) by the Valencian heritage authorities. The building, designed by Inmaculada Aguilar, is a single-storey corner structure with symmetrical openings, original sandstone paving, and Arab-tile roofing. It was originally dedicated to the production of alcoholic beverages and remains the symbolic home of the brand. Over the decades, Destilería del Anís Ríos has built a portfolio that includes anise liqueurs, spirits, and other traditional Spanish drinks. The brand is sold primarily in Spain, with a presence in regional and national distribution. Its website, destileriasrios.com, presents the company as a family tradition dating back to 1885 and offers information on its products and history. While the company is not publicly listed and remains privately held, it has maintained a stable identity as a regional producer. The distillery's heritage building in Silla is a notable landmark, and the brand continues to be recognized for its contribution to Valencian industrial and gastronomic heritage.

The origins of Destilería del Anís Ríos date to 1885, when José Ríos Salvador founded a distillery in Silla, a town in the Horta Sud comarca of Valencia, Spain. The company was established to produce alcoholic beverages, and it quickly became known for its anise-based spirits and liqueurs, a popular category in Spanish drinking culture. The distillery operated from a purpose-built industrial nave at the end of the 19th century. This building, designed by Inmaculada Aguilar, is a single-storey corner structure with symmetrical openings, original sandstone paving, and Arab-tile roofing. It is now protected as a Bé immoble de rellevància local, recognizing its architectural and historical significance. The factory was dedicated to the elaboration of alcoholic drinks and remains a landmark in Silla. Through the 20th century, the Ríos family continued to produce anise liqueurs and other spirits, building a regional reputation. The brand, often referred to simply as Anís Ríos, became a staple in Valencian households and bars. While detailed records of expansions, ownership changes, or product launches are not widely documented in public sources, the company has maintained continuous operations and a strong local identity. In the 21st century, Destilería del Anís Ríos continues to market its products under the Destilerías Ríos name, with a website that emphasizes its long heritage since 1885. The company remains privately held and focuses on traditional Spanish spirits, particularly anise. Its historic factory building in Silla stands as a testament to its enduring presence in the region.

• 1900

  The late-19th-century industrial building (Fàbrica Anís Ríos) is constructed and dedicated to alcoholic beverage production.

• 1885

  José Ríos Salvador founds the distillery in Silla, Valencia.

Traditional Spanish distillery with a heritage dating back to 1885, specializing in anise-based spirits.

• Anís Ríos

  Anise liqueur, the flagship product.

• Anise spirits

  Traditional Spanish anise-based spirits.

• Liqueurs

  Various liqueurs produced by the distillery.

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2. 2Destilería del Anís Ríos - Wikidatawikidata.org
3. 3Fàbrica Anís Ríos - Viquipèdiaca.wikipedia.org