First poured on October 28, 2018, at Tevsjö Destilleri, Järvsö. A Spirit Born from Loss and Love Hej Kaj wasn’t born out of ambition or business plans. It was born out of the most painful moment of my life — losing Kaj. When I started creating what would become Hej Kaj, I didn’t set out to launch a brand. I wanted something meaningful — a drink that captured Kaj’s warmth, humor, and love for life. Something we could raise in his honor to celebrate the amazing person we all lo

In every bottle of Hej Kaj, there’s a story waiting to be discovered. Every element of the label carries meaning, honoring Kaj’s life...

Every great spirit has a story. Ours rises from Hälsingland, Sweden—where endless forests, shimmering lakes, and rushing streams unfold beneath the mountains. Here, nature inspires, culture endures, and innovation has always found its way. In the heart of Järvsö, Hej Kaj was born. More than a drink, it is a spirit rooted in nature, shaped by tradition, and set free to soar. Inspired by Kaj’s Spirit Kaj lived like a modern Viking—wild, fearless, and unstoppable. His laughter f