Us Heit, whose name means 'Our Father' in Frisian, is a pioneering Dutch distillery located in Bolsward, in the province of Friesland in the Netherlands. Originally founded as a brewery in 1970, the operation expanded into whisky production in 2002, making it one of the earliest Dutch distilleries to venture into the spirit. In 2007, Us Heit launched its first bottled whisky release, earning the historic distinction of being the first Dutch whisky to reach the market, beating other Dutch producers to this milestone. The distillery's flagship whisky is Frysk Hynder, a name rooted in Frisian heritage, reflecting the strong regional identity that defines the brand. Us Heit blends its brewing traditions with whisky craftsmanship, producing expressions that draw on its long experience with fermentation and grain. Alongside its whisky portfolio, the distillery continues to produce beers such as Twels Pilsener and Twels Amber, maintaining its dual identity as both a brewery and a distillery. Us Heit holds a notable place in the broader story of world whisky, frequently cited in international whisky literature as the producer of the first bottled Dutch whisky. The distillery has won a clutch of awards and helped put the Netherlands firmly on the global whisky map.