Spirit producers spread through the Northwest.
With more applications rolling in at the Washington State Liquor Control Board and Oregon Liquor Control Commission, it’s no wonder that new distilleries are popping up left and right like spring flowers. If you’ve somehow managed to taste all the spirits from the region and are eagerly anticipating something new to try, both Washington and Oregon are expecting some new distillery openings this season.
For those who enjoy sipping organically, Lacey, Wash., will soon be home to Salish Sea Organic Liqueurs. All of the ingredients used to produce Salish Sea Organic Liqueurs are USDA certified 100 percent organic. But more than just organic, this South Puget Sound distillery is also stepping outside the box with a wide selection of botanical-infused spirits. The line-up includes Organic Chrysanthemum Flower Liqueur, Organic Thyme-Coriander Liqueur, Organic Lemongrass Liqueur, and more than a dozen others. It will be a few months before this Washington distillery opens its doors, but until then, you can follow their progress on Facebook.
Producing premium whiskey and fruit brandy, Admiralty Distillers is set to open this spring in Port Townsend, Wash. However, you won’t be able to find out too much about this distillery before their grand opening—with zero presence on social media and a website that is elusively under construction, this newcomer to the distilling scene is leaving little to the imagination. Bookmark their website and check for updates, or, if you’re in the area, you can peek through the windows at their 820 Lake Street location.
Woodinville Wine Country is also home to some of the Northwest’s favorite distilleries, and now Woodinville, Wash., can add another one to the list, with Stealth Distilling. Set to open early spring, this Washington distillery uses copper pot and reflux stills to produce straight and flavored rum, whiskey vodka and gin. Using family recipes from generations past, Stealth Distilling states their formula is one with a deep-rooted history, resurrected for a modern market. Learn more and follow updates by visiting their website.
Scott Lester moved to Portland in 2012 and shortly after planting his new roots, he discovered a small hole in his backyard that a fox had evidently made its home. Lester noticed that when it would rain, the hole would flood, pushing the fox out of its shelter and into the downpour. Lester’s fondness for the fox was an instant inspiration for the name of his Forest Grove, Ore., craft distillery. Set to open soon, Flooded Fox Den Distillery is founded on the premise that premium spirits can only be made when distilled with skill and the finest ingredients. Visit Flood Fox Den Distillery’s website to follow their progress.
