Best Western American Spirit/Liqueur Producers
Art of the Spirits Distillery, based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, was founded in 2014 by Richard Paul, a Denver native with over 13 years of experience collaborating with renowned artists like Danial James and David Uhl. The distillery specializes in producing cask strength, single-barrel whiskeys, each release featuring limited-edition fine art on its labels.
This unique approach combines high-quality whiskey with exclusive artwork, making Art of the Spirits the only brand globally to showcase world-renowned artists on their bottles.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
Bainbridge Organic Distillers is Washington State's first distillery fully dedicated to organic production, using locally sourced ingredients from the Pacific Northwest. Located on Bainbridge Island, the distillery is known for its craft approach to making whiskey, vodka, and gin, managing every step of production—from grain to bottle—in-house.
Their products frequently win awards for quality and authenticity, as they emphasize environmental sustainability and natural ingredients.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2020
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
BEST Bainbridge Organic Distillers Spirits
Old Elk is a Colorado-based distillery known for its commitment to craftsmanship and quality. They produce a range of premium spirits, including bourbon, rye, and wheat whiskey, all crafted with a unique slow-cut proofing process that enhances smoothness and flavor.
Founded by master distiller Greg Metze, Old Elk combines traditional techniques with innovative approaches, resulting in a rich, nuanced spirit lineup that appeals to whiskey enthusiasts.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2024
USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Chairman's Trophy
2023
BEST Old Elk Distillery Spirits
Westland Distillery is a renowned craft distillery based in Seattle, Washington, USA, specializing in American single malt whiskey. Established in 2010, it has earned a global reputation for its innovative approach to whiskey-making while honoring traditional methods.
The distillery emphasizes the use of locally sourced ingredients, including barley grown in the Pacific Northwest, and features distinct regional flavors that set its products apart. Westland's portfolio includes a variety of expressions, such as their flagship American Single Malt, as well as limited-edition and experimental releases.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
The Americian Whiskey Masters - Gold
2022
USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Chairman's Trophy
2021, 2020
BEST Westland Distillery Spirits
Boulder Spirits, based in Boulder, Colorado, was founded by Scotsman Alastair Brogan with a passion for blending traditional Scottish distilling methods with Colorado's local resources. Known for producing high-quality American Single Malt Whiskeys, Bourbons, and other spirits, Boulder Spirits uses copper pot stills imported from Scotland, which bring a distinct, authentic character to their whiskeys.
They focus on crafting spirits with a unique Colorado twist, leveraging the region's high altitude and dry climate to influence the aging process.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gin Gold Trophy
2020
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold outstanding
2020
BEST Boulder Spirits Spirits
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
ISC-International Spirits Challenge - Double Gold
2023, 2021, 2020, 2019
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold
2024
BEST Whyte & Mackay Liqueurs
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
USC- Ultimate Spirits Challenge - Top 100
2022
BEST Evan Williams Spirits
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
World's Best Compound Gin - Winner
2021
BEST Breckenridge Distillery Spirits
Rabbit Hole Distillery, founded in 2012 by Kaveh Zamanian in Louisville, Kentucky, is known for its innovative bourbons and rye whiskies. Using unique grain combinations, including malted barley, they create distinctive flavors, aging their spirits in custom toasted and charred barrels.
Now part of Pernod Ricard, Rabbit Hole continues to expand globally, blending traditional methods with modern innovation while emphasizing sustainable practices in production and packaging.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2023
BEST Rabbit Hole Distillery Spirits
Best Western American Spirits and Liqueurs
Stranahan's Diamond Peak is an annual limited-release American single malt whiskey that showcases unique cask finishes. The 2024 edition, known as the Caribbean Rum Cask, is crafted from a blend of six to nine-year-old Stranahan's whiskey, initially aged in virgin American oak barrels.
This whiskey is then finished in select rum casks from the Caribbean islands of the Dominican Republic, Barbados, and Martinique, imparting rich and complex flavors. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), it offers tasting notes of dried apricot and crème brûlée on the nose, bright tropical fruit flavors against a backdrop of brown sugar on the palate, and a viscous, nuanced sweetness with a hint of cola spice on the finish.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
The American Whiskey Masters - Master
2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold
2023
Boulder Spirits offers an innovative product called Ginskey, a gin uniquely aged in new American oak barrels, which gives it a rich, whiskey-like complexity. This aging process allows Ginskey to develop warm, oaky notes alongside the traditional botanicals of gin, creating a distinctive spirit that bridges the worlds of gin and whiskey.
Designed for those who appreciate depth and bold flavors, Ginskey is ideal for sipping or adding complexity to cocktails.
AWARDS
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gin Gold Trophy
2020
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold outstanding
2020
Bartender Spirits Awards - Gold
2020
Cask Strength "Final Run" Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in a Ruby Port Cask is a special edition that offers incredible depth of flavor, finishing its aging process in Ruby Port barrels. This bourbon retains its rich, full-bodied texture, with distinctive notes of vanilla and caramel, complemented by complex hints of red fruit and spices due to the port wine.
Drinkers can enjoy the intense flavor that comes from its high alcohol content, while the Ruby Port barrel finish adds subtle sweetness and richness. "Final Run" marks the end of a series, making this release an exceptional choice for collectors and bourbon enthusiasts seeking something special.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
Bartender Spirits Awards - Double Gold
2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
The Mari Gold aperitif from Straightaway Cocktails' Accompani collection is celebrated for its bright citrus and floral orange blossom notes. Key botanicals include Seville orange peel, citron peel, orange blossom, and gentian root, giving it a balanced profile of sweetness and subtle bitterness.
This makes Mari Gold ideal for sipping neat or enhancing cocktails, such as in a refreshing spritz mixed with sparkling water and an orange slice.
AWARDS
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold
2024, 2023
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