Liquor Brands in Virginia

A collaboration between Brent Hocking, founder and creator of the original Deleón Tequila; and award-winning artist, songwriter, rapper and actor, Drake. A shared passion for style, music, and the pursuit of taste. A quest to redefine whiskey. The product of their attention: Virginia Black Decadent American Whiskey.

Whether you're a fan of the Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners" reality series or not, everyone deserves the chance to savor Climax moonshine. Until recently, reality star Tim Smith was brewing moonshine illegally in his hometown of Climax, Virginia, but now his original pot-distilled family recipe graces the (legal) market in the form of a 90-proof spirit. People said he couldn't go straight, that such a disreputable liquor could never be mainstream, but Smith's disregard for authority only urged him to make his old-fashioned moonshine legal. And honestly, we couldn't be more thankful, as this stuff is the real deal! Climax Moonshine is crafted from corn, rye and barley malt mash. The result is a clean, natural-tasting alcoholic beverage with a subtle sweetness that boldly defies convention. One of the best ways to enjoy Climax Moonshine is decidedly Southern — simply mix the alcohol with sweet tea for a no-fuss cocktail everyone can enjoy. For a peach-flavored tea, add peach bitters and some peach slices. And if you want a more traditional mixer, blend Climax Moonshine with agave nectar, mint leaves, watermelon cubes, ice and a mix of lemonade and Sprite. Trust us, there's nothing more refreshing on a hot summer's day than rocking on your front porch sipping a watermelon "moonito." But if you're really feeling adventurous, take a shot of Climax Moonshine backed with a shot of pickle juice! With Tim Smith Climax Moonshine, you're only limited by your imagination. Don't you just love the South?

Aged for seven and ten years, each of these bourbons has earned the Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Fresh crushed citrus & real vodka, it’s basically a vacation in a can. Our neighbors in Maryland, just to the north of our Virginia distillery, are known for smashing this signature cocktail on the shore all summer long! We craft this one with real vodka, fresh orange juice, and lemon lime flavors. Not much can beat a bushel of crabs from the Bay with a fresh-crushed, citrus cocktail. Add in a few vacation days, and an “out of office” message, and you’re on your way to a nice little shore-cation! Silver Medal, Pre-Mixed Cocktails, San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020

90 points - Exceptional – Wine Enthusiast, 2020 Double Gold Medal – New York World Wine and Spirits Competition, September 23, 2018 Our most popular whisky! Roundstone Rye® is a very unique rye whisky, made completely from scratch at our distillery in Purcellville, Virginia. This pre-Prohibition style rye whisky is made from 100% rye grain, sourced locally when available. It is mashed, fermented, distilled and aged completely in our distillery, before bottling it at a very sippable 80 proof. Aged it in new Minnesota white oak casks for a period of just under two years, the whisky is smooth, woody, with that true grain character achieved in a relatively young whisky. Roundstone Rye has a delicious woody taste, with notes of caramel, rich butter toffee, and just a hint of lemon in the nose. Roundstone Rye is a superb sipping whisky, a great whisky in Manhattans, or your favorite rye whisky cocktails.

In 1927, A. Smith Bowman purchased the 7,200-acre Sunset Hills farm to open up a dairy and granary. Shortly after bringing the idea to life, his fields became so abundant that he needed a use for the excess grain. This one defining moment changed the entire course of the Bowman legacy and ultimately lead to the best whiskey in the world. In 1934, A. Smith Bowman built a groundbreaking distillery on the farm land and turned it into a family-owned business. Since then, the focus has shifted from our classic spirit to producing premium handcrafted small batches and experimental editions that embody innovation at its core. Today, our historic family-owned distillery has relocated to Fredericksburg, yet still continues to balance our long-lived traditions, honoring one of Virginia’s great pioneers. Most recently in 2016 and 2017, A. Smith Bowman Distillery won the “World’s Best Bourbon” at the World Whiskies Awards — solidifying us as Virginia’s Most Award-Winning Distillery." Our Isaac Bowman Bourbon is aged in charred white oak barrels, then finished in port barrels, many of which come from Virginia wineries. This combination of finishing barrels produces flavors of jam with caramel and spice notes. Isaac Bowman is produced in a similar fashion to our Abraham Bowman port-finished bourbon, which won World’s Best Bourbon in 2016.

Made from 100 percent Virginia rye, Bare Knuckle is twice distilled and aged in new charred American Oak barrels. The raw rye is milled, masked, fermented and double distilled at KO Distillery in Manassas, VA. As a 100 percent rye, Bare Knuckle is all about the spice, but the vanilla and caramel undertones from aging in charred new American Oak barrels provides an interesting flavor contrast.

Discover Mt. Defiance Rum Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Locally made small batch whiskey with a mash bill of 60% wheat, 30% rye and 10% malted barley all sourced from the Northern Neck of Virginia. Aged in a new charred American oak 53-gallon barrel for at least 1 yr. The wheat gives it a sweetness upfront, while the rye provides a spicy finish. Strikingly smooth.

Discover Sunset Hills Sm Batch Gin Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Discover Bowmans Virginia Vodka Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

rab•ble-rous•er - noun a person who speaks with the intention of inflaming the emotions of a crowd of people, typically for political reasons. synonyms: agitator, troublemaker, instigator "10 Best Bottled in Bond Spirits" – Maxim, May 2019 Distilled from 100% rye and bottled in bond, the Rabble Rouser differs from its cousin, Roundstone Rye, in that it is distilled at a lower proof, allowing lots of earthy goodness from the grain to come through in the spirit.

Bare Knuckle Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a small batch bourbon produced by KO Distilling, a craft distillery located in historic Manassas, VA. The spirit is a “wheated” bourbon made with 70% corn, 20% wheat, and 10% malted barley, all sourced from local Virginia farms. At KO, the grains were milled, mashed, fermented and double-distilled, then placed in charred new American Oak barrels and aged on-site for at least 2 years. The bourbon was proofed at 90 and then bottled by hand. It is deliciously smooth, with notes of vanilla, caramel and the oak itself. Bare Knuckle Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a certified Virginia’s Finest product.

Dr. Stoner’s Fresh Herb Vodka provides a unique CRAZY GOOD experience in spirits libations. Immediately upon opening a bottle the mixed drink enthusiast will note primary aromas of piney hoppy herbal scents. Secondary tastes of natural citrus and fresh botanical essences liven up the flavor. At 84 proof Dr. Stoner’s Fresh Herb Vodka poured neat or chilled and served straight up has a remarkably smooth soft finish!

After many years in the making, the inaugural release of Courage & Conviction is now available. Inspired by the guiding principle of our founder Dr. George G. Moore, to “have the courage of your convictions,” our flagship American Single Malt whisky is a combination of our passion for our home in Virginia and our dream to redefine American whisky. Aged a minimum of three years, this 100% malted barley whisky is matured in former Sherry, Bourbon and Cuvée wine casks. With notes of caramel and butterscotch, Courage & Conviction, our flagship American Single Malt, evolves on the palate with hints of bright red fruit, raspberry, cocoa, barrel spice and vanilla. The finish is creamy and exceptionally smooth.

92 Points - Gold - Exceptional – Beverage Testing Institute, December 1, 2016 Paying respect to the Chesapeake Bay watershed, in which our beloved Catoctin Creek does flow, this gin is a bit of a watershed itself. Distilled from rye grain, with a secret recipe of herbs and spices, Catoctin Creek Watershed Gin® is unlike any gin you've tried. Amazingly complex, with a rye base that shines through subtle citrus and cinnamon notes, essences of fresh cut hay, and of course a crisp juniper character. Together, they make Watershed Gin a fine cocktail mixer. Try it with the traditional tonic and a slice of lime (or a Meyer Lemon, for a real treat!). Or mix it into your favorite summertime refreshers.

Discover Forbidden Secret Wht Chocolate Crm Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Golden amber in appearance. Notes of spicy toasted American oak give way to the gentle warm finish of sweet rye and caramel.

Equal parts botanical, tonic & delicious. Much like the sly little fox on the can, this Gin & Tonic is a modern take on the classic British icon. Ready to drink, this cocktail is made for elevating your weekend escapes to the lake, hammock hangouts, and anywhere else you might be too busy enjoying life to make your way to the bar. Crafted with real gin, boasting botanical notes of citrus and juniper, and a crisp, refreshing tonic finish.

Discover Kopper Kettle Virginia Whiskey Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

While organic Durum Wheat was the primary ingredient, you’ll get a hint of flavor from the malted barley that was added to the mash bill. Our Vodka was double distilled, as we wanted to keep the stunning earthiness that transfers to your glass.

Rick Wasmund and Copper Fox Distillery continue to blaze new trails in the American whisky landscape! WASMUNDS Barrel Kit a Copper Fox exclusive, provides a uniquely creative opportunity for the casual or professional mixologist, the creative aspiring chef, or the true whisky connoisseur. Barrels are intended to be used for multiple fills, with the layers of flavors and complexities evolving with each use. Initially the barrels will age our spirit more like bourbon, with subsequent fills shifting to a more “scotch like” finish. We encourage you to savor the journey and age and season your spirit to your personal taste preference.

Each bottle of Commonwealth Gin is handcrafted from start to finish using the finest ingredients. Our gin is a unique blend of 10 botanicals in a “New Western” style - one where juniper is still a star but shares the spotlight with the botanicals. The result is a gin with greater complexity and depth of flavor. For Commonwealth, our botanical lineup features two types of hops, Cascade and Amarillo, with hints of cantaloupe for a crisp finish. Commonwealth Gin is perfect for mixed drinks and for the gin lover who prefers to drink their gin straight.

Skadi Aquavit is named for the Norse goddess of bow hunting, winter, mountains, and justice. It honors the many Scandinavians who settled in Montana during the homestead boom of the 1910s. Skadi is distilled from Rocky Mountain Winter Wheat in our traditional copper pot-column still and infused with aromatic botanicals. During our final spirit run, caraway seed, bog myrtle, dried lemon peel and other ingredients are suspended in our vapor basket while a select few of these are placed directly into the pot still. After attentive distillation, the result is this bright but savory spirit handcrafted in the Scandinavian tradition. Enjoy aquavit chilled, with a traditional toast of friendship.

There is nothing as wonderful as new innovation! Here is the skinny from Rick Wasmund: "The foundation of our product is Thoroughbred barley from our own private grower and used by no other distillery. We malt our own, in small batches, using a traditional floor malting the way it's been done for centuries in Scotland. When the malt is ready to be dried, we don't use peat! Instead we use the smoke of an apple wood, cherry wood and oak wood fire that is kept at a slow burn for a night and a day. This is another first for single malt whisky that adds to the cascade of finishing flavors. When the malt is ready, it is milled here and mixed with hot water to make a sweet smoky mash that is pumped over to the fermenter where yeast is added and it is fermented out to a distiller's beer. The beer goes through our double pot still and comes out in one-barrel batches. It is said that the smaller the still the better the whisky, by that standard this may well be the best whisky on the market today! The next step is our secret chip and barrel aging process (patent pending). We can only tell you that it involves apple wood, cherry wood and oak chips, special selection and toasting techniques, and more time and passion than could be expected from a larger operation.

No mixers needed & only 90 calories? This is what low-cal dreams are made of. Alright, this one’s expertly crafted by our Master Distiller to pack all the flavor and leave out all the calories. Superior-clean vodka, a lively spritz of club soda, and a refreshing twist of real lime. We think this one takes to enjoying life by the water as easily as lightning bugs in Virginia. Ice down some cans, cozy up on the shore of any lake in the summer, and enjoy the show!

Discover Reservoir Bourbon Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

Distilled to a lower proof than vodka but higher than whiskey, Belle Isle Premium Moonshine is in a category of its own. Our spirit is handmade in small batches using 100% organic corn and quadruple carbon filtered to create a remarkably smooth, sippable spirit. Our moonshine boasts aromas of sweet corn with a smooth, bright finish. Enjoy Belle Isle Premium Moonshine neat or in your favorite cocktail. Proudly produced in Richmond Virginia. 100% organic corn. Gluten Free. Our flagship moonshine.

Chardonnay Cask Finished Virginia-Highland Whisky is made from 100% malted barley, marrying whisky from Scotland with whisky made on-site in Virginia. The whisky is then cask finished for for an average of 12 months in finishing casks sourced primarily from Virginia wineries such as Grace Estate Winery, Michael Shaps, Virginia Wineworks and Paradise Springs Winery. Notes of lemon zest, green apple and honeysuckle. Hints of pear, vanilla and baking spices add intrigue on the palate, finishing with a soft creaminess. Virginia Distillery Company is an American Single Malt Whisky distillery located amongst the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia.

The Whyte Laydie is a harmonious dry gin incorporating Rocky Mountain juniper and a variety of native botanicals with European juniper and the imported ingredients traditional to gin: fresh citrus, orris and angelica root, cardamom, grains of paradise, and more. Working with herbalists and wildcrafters intimate with the Montana landscape, we tested a variety of local herbs friendly to the digestion (as are traditional gin botanicals). We were delighted with bee balm, which lends warmth; yarrow, with its subtle hoppy note; and elder flower, with its classic wine-like sweetness. Our botanical blend is married with Montana’s esteemed wheat and water to produce The Whyte Laydie – as lovely a gin as there ever was.