40% ABV | 80 Proof | Made 100% from grain, our vodka gets its naturally sweet and smooth taste from a mash of Wisconsin-grown red wheat and red wheat malt. Discarding the heads and tails of each batch, only the most desirable ‘middle cut’ is bottled to produce the best-tasting vodka possible. Each step of the Rehorst Vodka creation process is supervised by our master distiller. Clear and pure, with wheaty top notes, a medium bodied palate, and a gently fading finish with no burn. Makes an excellent martini or drink it neat.

40% ABV | 80 Proof | Rehorst Citrus Honey Vodka is made with fresh lemons and pure Wisconsin Honey! The fresh lemons and honey give our vodka a unique taste and produces a smooth, bright finish. Try it in a Martini! It makes an awesome Cosmopolitan and great with tonic, cranberry juice, or ginger ale.

44% ABV | 88 Proof | Not quite your traditional London Dry, not quite a Dutch Genevere, but often referred to as one of the “New American” style gins. Rehorst Gin owes its unique character to a host of 9 botanical ingredients - including two not ever used in gin before - sweet basil, and Wisconsin Ginseng. Fantastic in a martini and Rehorst Gin also makes an incredible gin & tonic.

47% ABV | 94 Proof | Our original Rehorst Gin with more orange, cardamom, and cassia. Aged over 2 years in new and reused barrels, giving it a brown color and smoky flavor. This is the gin for whiskey-lovers.

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Our Rehorst Barrel Aged Gin aged 4 years following federal bottled-in-bond regulations (distilled at one distillery, in one season, aged a minimum of four years in oak casks, and bottled at 100 proof). This is the first gin to earn a “Bottled-In-Bond" distinction from the Federal Government.

AVAILABLE ON BLACK FRIDAY (11/29/24) | 44% ABV | 88 Proof | A handcrafted spirit that captures the essence of the season with its unique blend of botanicals. Infused with the crispness of juniper and the fresh, piney notes of spruce tips, this gin delivers a woodsy foundation that evokes the heart of the winter forest. A touch of allspice and warming cinnamon add layers of complexity, while a hint of ginger provides a zesty kick. Finally, a subtle infusion of tart cranberry rounds out the flavor, bringing a touch of bright, festive fruitiness. Perfect for cozy nights or holiday cocktails, Holiday Gin embodies the spirit of winter in every sip. Its tart flavor mixes well in any holiday cocktail, or in a simple gin & tonic. Add some festive garnish, and your holiday party drink is made.

47% ABV | 94 Proof | The original Rehorst Gin with the addition of fresh orange peel, an increase of cardamom and cassia, and then rested in spent Zinfandel casks for over 18 months. Subtle juniper flavors mesh with rich orange, cardamom, and a hints of dry red wine. It drinks well on it’s own, with a little ice and and orange twist, or in a decadent gin and tonic.

44% ABV | 88 Proof | Each Orchard Gin is a 100% fruit distillate from cherry, pear or apples and made with the same botanical ingredients as our double gold medal Rehorst Gin.

44% ABV | 88 Proof | Each Orchard Gin is a 100% fruit distillate from cherry, pear or apples and made with the same botanical ingredients as our double gold medal Rehorst Gin.

44% ABV | 88 Proof | Each Orchard Gin is a 100% fruit distillate from cherry, pear or apples and made with the same botanical ingredients as our double gold medal Rehorst Gin.

Bourbon Whiskey | 43% ABV | 86 Proof | Fermented, distilled, and aged in-house from Wisconsin grain. Mash bill: 67% corn, 22% barley, 11% rye. Aged over 2 years in 53 gallon barrels.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | We take great pride in fully fermenting, distilling, and maturing our straight bourbon whiskey at our distillery in Milwaukee, WI. Embracing our home state’s rich agricultural heritage, we start each batch by fermenting Wisconsin-grown and -milled grain. We follow fermentation with copper pot distillation and
maturation in 53 gallon charred oak casks. Our unique 67% corn, 22% barley, and 11% rye mashbill produces a rich malt character not often found in the world of bourbon. Enjoy this fine, handcrafted bourbon neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail.

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Still & Oak Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon Whiskey is made from the same gold medal winning recipe as our standard Still & Oak Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This unique whiskey is produced in small batches with Wisconsin-grown grain and adheres to the federal government requirements to qualify as “Bottled-In-Bond.” Qualifications to be called “Bottled-In-Bond” include that the spirit is distilled in one season at the same distillery that will bottle the product, it is then aged a minimum of 4 years and bottled at 100 proof.

ABV Varies: 56.5% ABV – 64.1% | 113 – 128.2 Proof | A barrel-strength version of our Still & Oak Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Named after legendary “Dirty” Helen Cromwell of Milwaukee.

SEASONAL AVAILABILTY | 43% ABV | 86 Proof | Still & Oak Touch of Honey is hand crafted whiskey from Wisconsin’s Original Award-Winning Craft Distillery. A blend of Still & Oak Whiskey with pure Wisconsin honey, Still & Oak Touch of Honey is not cloyingly sweet like other brands of honey whiskey. It has rich aromas of honey, caramel, vanilla, and chocolate. Mouth feel is a warm lighter body. Initial flavors taste of a hint of sweet honey, oak, vanilla, caramel, orange and spice that ends with a smooth lingering taste of honey.

50%ABV | 100 Proof| Still & Oak Amburana is made from the same gold-medal-winning recipe as our flagship Still & Oak Straight Rye Whiskey. This unique spirit is produced in small batches with 100% Wisconsin-grown rye, aged four years, and then finished with Amburana wood chips and Wisconsin cranberry blossom honey. Still & Oak Amburana is 100% fermented, distilled, and aged by Great Lakes Distillery in 53-gallon new charred American oak barrels. It uses our straight rye mash bill of 80% malted rye and 20% non-malted rye. Still & Oak Amburana has hints of gingerbread and cinnamon that meld together with other savory, herbal notes like clove and thyme to create a spirit like no other. Still & Oak Amburana makes a unique Manhattan, and is also excellent on the rocks or with a splash of water.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | Still & Oak Black Friday™ is our flagship straight rye whiskey finished in Lakefront Brewery’s Black Friday™ Imperial Stout beer barrels for an additional two years. Starting with aromas of roasted grain and seasoned wood, Still & Oak Black Friday™ develops further with chocolate and caramel on the palate. It drinks well neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water. Black Friday™ is used under license from Lakefront Brewery, Inc.

Rye Whiskey | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | Fermented, distilled, and aged in-house from 100% Wisconsin-grown rye (80% malted, 20% non-malted). Aged over 2 years in 53-gallon barrels.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | Straight rye whiskey is prized for its big, bold and spirited flavors. Our unique straight rye whiskey recipe uses 100% rye grain from local Wisconsin farmers and is milled at a local artisan grain mill. Our quality and commitment to Wisconsin runs even deeper than this though. Never cutting corners, we use copper pot stills to distill our straight rye whiskey in small batches and only use 53 gallon new charred white oak barrels to age our whiskey. These Old World techniques are what impart a rare and special character to the bottle that you hold in your hand.

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Great Lakes Distillery’s Still & Oak Bottled-In-Bond Rye Whiskey is made from the same gold medal award winning recipe as our standard Still & Oak Straight Rye Whiskey. This unique spirit is produced in small batches with Wisconsin-grown rye and adheres to the federal government requirements to qualify as “Bottled-In-Bond.” Qualifications to be called “Bottled-In-Bond” include that the spirit is distilled in one season at the same distillery that will bottle the product, it is then aged a minimum of 4 years and bottled at 100 proof.

ABV Varies: 56.5% ABV – 64.1% | 113 – 128.2 Proof | A barrel-strength version of our Still & Oak Straight Rye Whiskey. Named after legendary “Dirty” Helen Cromwell of Milwaukee.

WINTER SEASONAL & DISTILLERY EXCLUSIVE | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | Released every December 5th at 5 years old. Mash bill: 92% rye, 8% malted barley.

43% ABV | 86 Proof | Our Kinnickinnic Whiskey is a blend of straight bourbon and malt and rye whiskeys we produce here at Great Lakes Distillery. We bottle it at 86 proof and we don’t filter it so we can ensure ALL the very best flavor is making it into the bottle. American blended whiskeys are typically a mixture of a little whiskey and neutral grain spirit (essentially vodka!). Rest assured, there is no Neutral Grain Spirit in Kinnickinnic. It’s 100% whiskey, and possibly the only American blended whiskey made this way on the market.

**AVAILABLE 5/21/25** | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | This extremely limited (single barrel!) Straight American Single Malt Whiskey is made from 100% malted barley and aged for seven years in used American oak barrels at Great Lakes Distillery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. On the nose, you’ll find notes of toffee, toasted almond, and dried fruit. Rich in taste with caramel, dark chocolate, and black cherry, rounded out by a touch of spice. The finish is smooth and lasting, with hints of oak, vanilla, and light smokiness. Enjoy it neat or with a splash of water in order to savor the full depth of this handcrafted masterpiece.

SEASONAL | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | Features a blend of spirits aged in refill wine barrels, refill whiskey barrels, refill beer barrels, and new oak. No component is younger than 5 years old. Each batch is wax dipped by hand, individually numbered, bottled at 90 proof, and limited to a single release each year. The unique distillation process leads to a spirit that drinks like whiskey and can be used as such. Pumpkin Seasonal Spirit excels in Old Fashioneds, Mules, mixed with apple cider (hot or cold), and subbed into a classic Manhattan.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | Fermented table-grade molasses distilled with Wisconsin maple syrup and aged 2 years in new and reused barrels. Named after the Great Lakes pirate “Roaring” Dan Seavey.

35% ABV | 70 Proof | Good Land Orange Liqueur is made using 100% fresh juice and zest from oranges and lemons, coriander, ginger and pure cane sugar. Produced by distillation and maceration. As spirit lovers, and cocktail fanatics, we recognize that orange liqueur is a core building block in many premium cocktail creations. Good Land Orange Liqueur should become your go-to liqueur for cocktails such as Margaritas, Sidecars and Cosmopolitans. Good Land Orange Liqueur will bring depth and fresh unique flavors that only a hand crafted small batch spirit like ours can pull off.

25% ABV | 50 Proof | A vibrant and balanced blend of juice from Wisconsin grown cranberries, fresh lemon, cardamom, cinnamon, and cane sugar that’s great for cocktails like Cosmopolitans, Cranberry Lemonades, Cape Cods, holiday season cocktails, apple ciders and much more. Central Wisconsin is one of the most prolific regions for growing cranberries. The abundance and quality of this locally grown crop lead to creation of our Cranberry Liqueur. We set out to produce a liqueur that enhances the highest end cocktails all the way to a quick homemade highball (or even drop an oz in a beer for a unique boilermaker). We feel we have achieved that goal and hope you agree.

25% ABV | 50 Proof | Crafted from pure Door County, Wisconsin cherry juice, fresh lemons, lavender, and pure cane sugar. Great for cocktails like Cosmopolitans, Cherry Lemonades, Old Fashioneds, Cherry Mimosas and much more.

35% ABV | 70 Proof | Crafted from Valentine Coffee Roasters cold brew, cane sugar, and vanilla beans. Great chilled, in a White Russian, or in a Revolver. Also makes an extremely simple espresso martini.

27% ABV | 54 Proof | Liqueur made from Wisconsin-grown black walnuts, and spiced with cloves, cinnamon, star anise, vanilla, and coffee. Can be enjoyed neat as a digestif or use it to bring a new depth of flavor to classic cocktails such as a Manhattan, Old-Fashioned, or White Russian.

63% ABV | 126 Proof | Botanical spirit featuring star anise, green anise, fennel, grand wormwood, lemon balm, and hyssop.

63% ABV | 126 Proof | Botanical spirit featuring star anise, green anise, fennel, grand wormwood, cassia, and hibiscus.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | Our Apple Brandy is distilled entirely from Brightonwoods Orchard heirloom apples. Nothing artificial, just 100% apple distillate. This brandy is then aged for over two years in new charred oak barrels and used bourbon barrels. The result is an authentic, hand-crafted Wisconsin brandy perfect in a Wisconsin Old-Fashioned, Brandy Sour, Jack Rose, or your favorite brandy cocktail.

45% ABV | 90 Proof | AVAILABLE 10/18/24 | Say cheers to 10 years of Milwaukee Record’s “gently sarcastic” coverage of the city with this special edition brandy. Milwaukee Record Brandy is made with Wisconsin-grown grapes that have been aged for two years. Enjoy it on the rocks, in an Old-fashioned alongside your Friday Fish Fry, as part of a holiday cocktail, and while reading about local happenings on your favorite web-only Milwaukee entertainment publication. This is a single-barrel Great Lakes Distillery release, so when it’s gone, it’s gone forever.

40% ABV | 80 Proof | Created in VERY small batches, our Artisan Series Brandies strive to capture the essence of the fruit. These fruit Brandies are not sweet! Nor are they “flavored” with fruit. They are a distillate 100% made from fruit. Bottled at 80 proof, they are commonly enjoyed before or after a meal. Artisan Series Brandies: Aged Apple, Banana, Bottled-In-Bond Banana, Blueberry, Grappa, Barrel Aged Grappa, Kirschwasser (Cherry), Peach, Pear, Barrel Aged Pear, Barrel Aged Plum, Strawberry.

Less than 0.5% ABV | 0 Calories | 0 Sugar | Junipre is made with a select blend of natural botanical extracts using various distillation techniques. Made with natural flavors including juniper, basil, ginseng, orange zest, chili pepper, cardamom, coriander and more. · A 1:1 replacement. Use the same amount in cocktails as any spirit you’re replacing. Brings incredible flavor and complexity to both non-alcoholic and low alcohol cocktails.

45% | 90 Proof | Still & Oak Bare Bones is our flagship straight bourbon finished in Bare Bones Brewery’s vanilla porter beer barrels. The result is a harmonious blend of classic bourbon warmth with indulgent dessert-like nuances. Silky and layered with flavors of caramelized brown sugar, creamyvanilla, and toasted oak, all beautifully balanced by subtle coffee and cocoa undertones from the porter beer barrels.

45.85% ABV | 91.7 Proof | Aromas and flavors of rye toast, candied yams, gingerbread, caraway, and tarragon with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a peppery, complex, long finish with notes of caramel, dark chocolate, rosemary, and peanut butter finish. An herbaceous, rye-lover's rye that boldly expresses the grain. **Portion of each sale benefits WMSE 91.7FM**

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Batch 5 of this year’s exclusive, one-of-a-kind spirit is our flagship Still & Oak Straight Rye Whiskey rested in Zinfandel wine barrels. Enjoy this fine, smooth crafted whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail. *Limited to ~250 750ml bottles

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Batch 4 of this year’s exclusive, one-of-a-kind spirit is our Kinnickinnic Whiskey - a blend of straight bourbon and malt and rye whiskeys we produce at Great Lakes Distillery - rested in milk stout beer barrels. Enjoy this fine, smooth crafted whiskey neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite cocktail. *Limited to ~250 750ml bottles

50% ABV | 100 Proof | A one-of-a-kind spirit is a unique blend of bourbon, rye and malt whiskeys rested in Baltic porter beer barrels.Our Still & Oak Straight Bourbon Whiskey aged in charred new oak casks with an additional 18 months aged in spent Baltic porter beer casks.Nose of brown sugar, toasted nuts, and stone fruit. Taste of roasted barley, Belgian candy sugar, chocolate, and cinnamon. Limited to 250 750ml bottles. Released in March 2023.

50% ABV | 100 Proof | Straight bourbon, rye whiskey, and malt whiskey blended and then aged an additional 18 months aged in spent Old Vine Zinfandel casks. Limited to five hundred and sixty four 750ml bottles. Rich & flavorful with notes of chocolate, dry wood, malt, walnuts, and a hint of dried fruit. Released in late winter 2022.

50% ABV | 90 Proof | Our Flagship Still & Oak Straight Bourbon was aged in charred new oak casks with an additional 18 months aged in spent cognac casks. Limited to four hundred and sixty eight 750ml bottles. Rich in flavors of plum, oak, brown sugar, toasted grains, and honey. Released in winter 2022.

SOLD OUT | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | Our Menomonee Valley Bourbon is a straight bourbon whiskey aged 12 years (13 summers) in 53 gallon barrels. It was produced from a mash bill of four grains including 52% corn, 30% rye, 6% wheat and 12% malted barley. It was bottled at 90 proof, only 1010 750ml bottles were produced from the four barrels produced. Released in late 2022.

SOLD OUT | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | We took our award winning Kinnickinnic Whiskey and aged it in porter beer barrels for an additional 2 years.While you may be familiar with beer aged in bourbon barrels, we decided to try a spin on this practice. We wondered what whiskey aged in beer barrels would be like? Delicious is the only word we can use to describe this whiskey.The result is a smoother, richer and maltier Kinnickinnic Whiskey, with tasting notes of more honey than vanilla. The beer barrels are from Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s Milwaukee Brewing Company. Using their Admiral Stache Baltic Porter Beer barrels. Only two barrels were produced making this a very limited release – so hurry into the distillery to try this special version of our award-winning whiskey!

SOLD OUT | 45% ABV | 90 Proof | We took our award winning Kinnickinnic Whiskey and aged it in Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels for 2 additional years. The result is a one of a kind Kinnickinnic Whiskey, with warm fruity notes coming at first taste from the wine barrel with a lingering fruit and caramel finish. This special Kinnickinnic Whiskey is aged in French oak wine barrels from Algoma, Wisconsin’s Von Stiehl Winery. These Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels empart a warm reddish hue, and delightful wine tasting notes into the whiskey. Only two barrels were produced making this a very limited release – so hurry this special version of our award-winning whiskey will not last long! Less than 550 bottles produced. Exceptionally smooth, with warm undertones of wine. Delicious rich fruity overtones. Hints of caramel on the nose and finish. Released in November 2017.

66.6% ABV | 133.2 Proof | An authentic absinthe hand crafted in small batches in our copper pot still. This special Fall 2017 limited release (only 459 bottles produced) pours a sinister rich black color. This dark coffee like color is achieved by a natural supplement call Black Catechu an extract made from the leaves and young shoots of Uncaria Gambier (Roxb.)Absinthe Noir is based on a pre-ban recipe that is made with 16 botanicals including anise, grande wormwood (Artemesia absinthium) and fennel as well as a proprietary blend of specially selected botanicals. After distillation, more botanicals are infused in the absinthe giving it additional flavor. The botanicals that Amerique 1912 Blacksinthe provide are a complex range of tastes that start with anise then flow into spice, herb, bark or root flavors.The special black bottle features a unique ink that will glow in the dark. This absinthe will be a great addition to any Halloween party and will be sure to add to the vibe of any noir based party you are throwing.