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Suyo Pisco

Suyo Pisco is a premium Peruvian pisco brand co-founded by Alex Hildebrandt and Ian Leggett. The brand specializes in single-origin, small-batch pisco made from hand-harvested grapes grown near the Pacific Ocean.

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The Story

Suyo Pisco is an award-winning Peruvian pisco brand co-founded in 2019 by Alex Hildebrandt and Ian Leggett, two Peruvian-American friends who wanted to share Peru's national spirit with the world. The brand was born from a passion project to track down underrecognized small-batch piscos from across Peru and showcase the country's rich distillation heritage.

The brand focuses on single-origin pisco, made from hand-harvested grapes grown in the Valle de Mala region, just 14 km from the Pacific Ocean. Each batch reflects the unique terroir of its vineyard, with volcanic soils and coastal breezes contributing to the grapes' distinctive character. The pisco is distilled in small batches using traditional copper pot stills, preserving the aromatic qualities of the fruit.

Suyo Pisco is a Certified B Corporation, reflecting the founders' commitment to ethical sourcing, environmental sustainability, and positive social impact in Peru. The brand works directly with small vineyard owners in the Valle de Mala, ensuring fair prices and long-term partnerships.

The brand is distributed through premium retailers and bars, including in New York City, Vancouver, and other major markets. Alex Hildebrandt, one of the co-founders, was also featured on How I Built This Advice Line, where he discussed the challenges of building a premium spirits brand and the importance of staying true to Peruvian pisco traditions.

Key Facts & Metrics

📍 Lima, Peru

Company Timeline

  • 2019 — Founded in Lima, Peru

    Alex Hildebrandt and Ian Leggett co-founded SUYO Pisco as a passion project to introduce Single Origin pisco to the world.

  • 2019 — First limited batch released

    SUYO released its first limited batch of Single Origin pisco, starting with the Italia expression from Valle de Mala.

  • 2020 — B Corp certification

    SUYO Pisco became a certified B Corp, committing to social and environmental impact.

  • 2024 — How I Built This Advice Line feature

    Co-founder Alex Hildebrandt appeared on the How I Built This Advice Line podcast to discuss SUYO's origin story and growth.

  • 2025 — Vancouver MICHELIN Guide recognition

    SUYO's Vancouver location was recognized in the MICHELIN Guide, expanding the brand's presence beyond the United States.

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