In 2010, after having worked in various fields such as sport, art and administration, Thierry Van Renterghem decided to launch his own fruity vodka, Cosmik Citron. He wanted to create a fruity, sweet and natural vodka. He created at the same time a second taste Cosmik Orange Sanguine.

At the same time, he launched the Pure vodka that he had used for the fruity vodka, Cosmik Pure Diamond. He did not expect such a success! The Pure Diamond vodka was noticed well before the fruity ones and it quickly won several medals in international competitions. The machine was launched! He became aware of the potential to develop a complete range of products, true to himself.

After 3 years of aging, the result is up to his expectations, a new whisky is born: August 17th. Its name refers to the date of August 17, 1992, the day when the creator's life was turned upside down after a serious soccer accident and some complications, his career as a professional player stopped!