Hijos de Rivera S.A.U. (Estrella Galicia)
| Est. | 1906 |
| C/ J.Mª Rivera Corral - n1 15008 A Coruña Spain | |
| +34 981 901 906 | |
| https://corporacionhijosderivera.com |
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Hijos de Rivera is a Galician drinks company with deep roots in the craft of production and an enduring commitment to quality.
Founded in 1906 by José María Rivera Corral in the city of A Coruña, it has grown across five generations into one of Spain’s most respected and internationally recognised beverage businesses, best known for its flagship beer brand, Estrella Galicia, now exported to more than 50 countries worldwide.
A 100% family-owned and independent company, Hijos de Rivera has always been guided by a spirit of curiosity and non-conformism.
Over more than a century, the business has expanded its portfolio far beyond beer to encompass wine, cider, water, and spirits, reflecting both the diversity of Galicia’s drinks culture and the company’s appetite for innovation.
In the world of gin and spirits, Hijos de Rivera has been steadily building a compelling presence.
Its portfolio includes gin brands developed in the spirit of its Galician heritage, and in October 2025 the company announced the further strengthened its position in the category through the acquisition of Vánagandr, a celebrated Galician gin and vodka distillery founded in 2014, whose products are distributed across ten countries.
A certified B Corporation since 2024, Hijos de Rivera combines commercial ambition with a genuine commitment to environmental and social responsibility — values that sit at the heart of everything the company produces.
Hijos de Rivera S.A.U. (Estrella Galicia) brands
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Elegant and Classic
Vánagandr London Dry Gin
Vánagandr gin is crafted using only the finest wheat grain alcohol and meticulously selected botanicals sourced from the most prestigious national suppliers, complemented by the exceptional Galician water. Vánagandr embodies Read more
Vánagandr Barrel Aged Dry Gin
This Barrel Aged Gin from Vánagandr Distilleries is a special annual limited edition, aged for one year in French oak barrels, resulting in a fascinating evolution of the London Dry Read more
Further information
Vánagandr Distillery
Vánagandr Distillery emerged as a project that focuses on the distillation of high quality spirits, striving for excellence and product differentiation, with attention to every detail. The team are proud to create London Dry Gin, opting for a traditional distillation following the artisan experience of Galician distillers without losing the essence of traditional gin that they want to preserve. Their Read more
News featuring Hijos de Rivera S.A.U. (Estrella Galicia)
Gin Guild members win big at the ISC Awards 2025
At the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) Awards 2025 held at One Great George Street, London, Hernö Gin secured the prestigious title of Gin Producer of the Year for the second consecutive year. This accolade underscores Hernö’s consistent excellence across its Read more