Eshel GmbH Austria’s Jozsef Stevlik Brand Champions EU Goals for Sustainability, Innovation, and Regional Development

A Kosher-certified fruit spirits startup from the Carpathian “Amazon of Europe” advances EU priorities in green growth, cultural heritage, and export expansion.

VIENNA, AUSTRIA / BROOKLYN, NY — July 2025 — Eshel GmbH Austria, through its flagship brand Jozsef Stevlik, exemplifies how innovative, sustainable business models can advance the European Union’s core objectives. The brand was recently showcased at Bar Convent Brooklyn 2025 USA, presented by Advantage Austria New York under the Go International WKO export development program. 

The Carpathian region, often referred to as the “Amazon of Europe,” is a vital biodiversity hotspot and cultural heartland in Central and Eastern Europe. Eshel GmbH Austria’s approach to crafting High Kosher-certified fruit spirits from native plums and apples aligns with several EU priorities: promoting sustainable economic growth, preserving cultural heritage, and supporting SME internationalization. 

Founder and Managing Director Dusan Stevlik remarks, “Jozsef Stevlik is built on the foundation of sustainability, cultural respect, and innovation. We are proud to contribute to the EU’s vision of a green and inclusive economy while opening new export markets for regional products.” 

The company produces four varieties of single-varietal fruit spirits—Single Plum Spirit (Oaked & Unoaked) and Single Apple Spirit (Oaked & Unoaked)—that have earned 24 silver medals at major international spirits competitions, including the London Spirits Competition and USA Spirits Ratings. These accolades reflect the brand’s high quality and international competitiveness. 

By linking spirit production with the planting and conservation of fruit trees in the Carpathian Mountains, known as the “Little Andes of Central and Eastern Europe,” Eshel GmbH Austria supports environmental restoration, rural employment, and sustainable agriculture. This circular model resonates with EU strategies focused on climate action, biodiversity protection, and rural revitalization. 

Additionally, the brand’s High Kosher certification enhances its market appeal within diverse EU and global consumer segments, promoting inclusivity and transparency—values strongly endorsed by EU policy frameworks. 

Advantage Austria New York’s participation and the backing of the Go International WKO program underline the strong institutional support for Eshel GmbH Austria’s international growth. The program assists Austrian SMEs in expanding exports, a key driver of economic resilience within the EU. 

“Supporting innovative SMEs like Eshel GmbH Austria is essential for the EU’s long-term economic and environmental strategy,” states a representative of the Go International program. “Their success story is a model for balancing tradition with innovation and sustainability.” 

Eshel GmbH Austria’s vision reflects the EU’s ambition to foster smart, sustainable, and inclusive growth across its regions by protecting natural heritage while enhancing competitiveness in global markets. 

The Jozsef Stevlik brand is dedicated to the legacy of Dusan Stevlik’s grandfather, whose passion for fruit cultivation inspired its journey.

For further information about Eshel GmbH Austria, the Jozsef Stevlik brand, and partnership opportunities within the European Union, please contact Advantage Austria New York or directly contact Dusan Stevlik via email: dusan.stevlik@gmail.com. 

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