We know that lovers of artisanal liquor are always looking for a new craft spirits brands to try. The city of Chicago is blessed with an unlimited, international supply of top notch spirits brands bred from the humble craft spirits distilleries down to the mass-producing ones.
But do you know that it is also in Chicago that some of the best crafts spirits brands are made? If you are in doubt, check this list out. Social Scene has grabbed some of the best craft spirits brands made in Chicago.
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Aquavit of North Shore
Considered to be Illinois’ First Craft Distillery, North Shore Distillery is known to offer a world-class selection of craft spirits brands. But it is their specialty spirits that have garnered most attention. Their famous Aquavit has been known to raise the bar when it comes to quality and flavor of specialty spirits.
Blind Tiger Bourbon of Chicago Distilling Co.
Chicago Distilling Company ensures customers the best flavors and highest quality spirits by distilling them in small batches. That is why this distillery has created varying flavors of spirits that Chicago locals loves. One of them is the Blind Tiger Bourbon. This whiskey has a strong flavor and aroma of oak, and possesses cocoa and coffee notes.
Bourbon Whiskey of FEW Spirits
In Evanston, FEW Spirits is one of the distilleries to create some of the best crafts spirits brands in Chicago. They have created a variety of delicious, handcrafted, and fine spirits using timeless techniques. One of their most popular spirits is the Bourbon Whiskey. This rye whiskey is packed with flavors of toffee, vanilla, and spice.
CH Vodka of CH Distillery
To provide premium local spirits that Chicago deserves is one of the objectives of CH Distillery. This restaurant-bar-distillery has made a number of liquors such as gin, rum, specialty spirits and, of course, their famous flagship product, the CH Vodka. Many love its delicate and sweet taste, also its peppery and rye finish.
Hum Botanical Spirit of CH Distillery
Another craft spirits brand that is well-loved in Chicago is once again from CH Distillery. The Hum Botanical Spirit is handmade made from organic Illinois grains and uses the finest ingredients. Flavors of hibiscus tea and kefir lime is what greets you as it enters your palate. Notes of sugar cane and cardamom rolls down as its finish.
Koval Vodka of Koval Distillery
Here is a short history tidbit for you: Do you know that Koval Distillery was Chicago’s first vodka distillery after the Prohibition Law was abolished? If you do, then good for you.
No wonder Koval Vodka is well-received because apart from it being handmade using local, organic ingredients, it has also stood the test of time. This vodka has an earthy aroma with hints of fresh spicy rye, citrus, vanilla, and anise, then finishes to a warm and semi-dry feel in the mouth with a lingering peppery sting. Koval Vodka is a steal for those looking for a well-crafted spirit that is both great tasting and pleasant smelling.
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Letherbee Gin of Letherbee Distillers
Here is another one of Chicago’s famed distilleries - the Letherbee Distillers. They are the craft spirits distillery that isn’t only known in the city, but is also making a name in Europe. They’re famous for producing a variety of spirits, but it is their craft gin is the one that stands out.
Labelled as the “anti craft, craft gin”, the Letherbee Gin aims to give Letherbee fans and patrons an affordable, top-quality gin that is to be the main pour in bars and restaurants.
BONUS: Jeppson’s Malort of Carl Jeppson Company
Carl Jeppson Company has created the most famous -- or maybe the infamous -- drink in Chicago, the Marlort.
Marlort is a Swedish word which means “wormwood”, which also happens to be the primary ingredient in this Swedish-style spiced liquor. Most first time drinkers of this branvinn reject it's bitter flavor. Its aftertaste has a kick so strong that it is known to linger in your mouth “almost like forever”. But don’t just take our word for it. Drink it and let this branvinn speak for itself.
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Isis Macaraeg
Professional Content Writer
Social Scene
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