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RELEASE NEWS: BALLER ROLLING, ROLLING, ROLLING

Since we first released our Baller Single Malt Whiskey in 2016, it’s racked up all sorts of accolades and landed on wish lists far and wide—but it’s been a California exclusive for the last two years, and even within the state it’s been a tough bottle to find. 

We have some good news, though: More Baller is rolling out now in California, and for the first time since its 2016 release, Baller will also be available beyond California! Not much, mind you… but starting this spring, Baller will make its way to Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington. 

Baller will still be a tough bottle to find in any state, but we’re thrilled to finally be able to share it more widely.

Since we don’t have access to retailers’ real-time inventory, we aren’t able to pinpoint exactly where and when bottles will be available at retail. If you’re looking for a bottle of your own, your best bet is to inquire with your preferred spirits specialty shop or grocer. If you’re looking for a pour at a bar near you, please let us know where you’re located and we’ll endeavor to assist if we can.

As in years past, we will not be pouring Baller in our tasting room due to the limited nature of the release. (If you’re interested in visiting the distillery, however, we’d love to pour you some of the 16 spirits that are on our tasting menu! View our current offerings here.) 

RELEASE NEWS: ST. GEORGE VODKA COLLECTION

Ever since we released our three St. George vodkas (All Purpose Vodka, Green Chile Vodka, and California Citrus Vodka) in 2015, people have been asking us when they’d be available in 200ml mini bottles (like our St. George gins are). We heard you loud and clear… and we are thrilled to announce that our vodkas will soon be available as a collection of three 200ml bottles—the perfect size for sampling and gifting!

Orders are just starting to come in from our distributors, so keep an eye out for this sweet little combo pack to land near you starting around mid-May!

JAMES BEARD AWARD NOMINATION FOR LANCE WINTERS

In our last newsletter, we shared the news that St. George master distiller and president Lance Winters had been named a semifinalist for a 2018 James Beard Award in the category of Outstanding Wine, Beer, or Spirits Professional. Since then, the Beard Foundation has announced that Lance is among the final nominees for an award. We’re beyond grateful for this honor and what it represents, and look forward to joining our fellow nominees in Chicago in May. We have a funny feeling that the Beard Foundation and the city of Chicago know how to throw a party...

RECENT PRESS

People have been saying some nice things about us lately—and most of it is true! Our recent press includes coverage in Wine Enthusiast, the San Francisco Chronicle, Bloomberg, and more. Catch up on the latest ink here.

FEATURED RECIPE: BEE'S KNEES

We’ll be serving this classic cocktail on Saturday, May 19 at Alameda Point Collaborative’s Urban Farm-to-Table Luncheon—using honey from APC’s farm and our own bright, fresh, and beautifully balanced Botanivore Gin! Learn more about the luncheon and our other upcoming events here; if you can't join us, use this recipe to make your own Bee's Knees cocktails at home.

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