Et Kabüffke Killepitschstube
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Ein absolutes „Muß“ bei jedem Düsseldorf-Besuch;
beliebt bei „jung und alt“ und Gästen aus aller Welt.
An absolute "must" for every visit to Dusseldorf;
popular with "young and old," and guests from around the world.
Waymark Code: WM88YQ
Location: Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Date Posted: 02/20/2010
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The Killepitsch Story
A true story of a real
Düsseldorfer speciality.
Once upon a time…
"A genuine Düsseldorf speciality". The story of a real old town resident, with Hans Müller-Schlösser, the unforgettable creator of "Schneider Wibbel" and Willi Busch, the old master of traditional customs:
It happened during the last war. The two old friends were huddled in an air raid shelter again, as they did so often, whilst the bombs rained down outside. "I say," said Willi, "If this goes on, they'll kill us too!" "But not as long as the two of us still have something alcoholic left to drink," said Hans. "We can't drink what we haven't got," replied Willi. "How can you say that - you brew your own, don't you?" retorted Hans. "I can't," said Willi, "We're not allowed to. But I'll tell you one thing, Hans. If we get through this without getting killed, I'll brew something for you, a real lip-smacker. That will be some drink, I tell you. And I'll tell you what, we'll call it "Killepitsch".
This is the origin of the name "Killepitsch", but it wasn't a speciality yet. Not until 1955, when the small, well-stocked "Et Kabüffke" bar opened in Flingerstrasse in the heart of the old town. Hans came upon his friend Willi on the opening night. "Hey, Willi, what came of the Killepitsch idea? I bet you've forgotten all about it!" he taunted him. "No," said Willi. "I hadn't forgotten – it's been ready for ages. Here it is – Cheers! Mmm, it smells delicious, like a herb garden, strong, not too vague, not too bitter. And it must be good for the digestion - it slips down a treat!"
And this has been the reaction of many in Düsseldorf since then. The old town and "Killepitsch" belong together. Try it for yourself and see! – Killepitsch - 42% alcohol.
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