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Virginia Spirits Trail:
ENDLESS EXPLORATION

istillation is the pinnacle of alcohol production. To produce the
best artisanal spirits, you first have to know how to make an
exceptional batch of beer or quality wine. Only after crafting the
fermentation from grains or fruit, does the distillation process begins.
Here in Virginia, we have many distilleries where you can visit their tasting
rooms, and learn about this process firsthand, while sipping and savoring
batch spirits and craft cocktail samples.
Our industry takes great pride in putting our souls into every bottle of
handcrafted Virginia distilled spirits because we know that small batches
take time, heart and spirit. We are working with recipes that have been
tried, tested, and tinkered throughout the ages. Such recipes reflect our
local landscapes and the communities we live in and combine into flavors
that surprise and awe.
We believe in farm-to-bottle, continuously focusing on the small batches.
We also believe in craft and its journey, ever-changing and ever-evolving.
Every bottle of Virginia spirits is unique; it is 750ml of one-of-a-kind liquid
art, crafted from grains to glass.
As the birthplace of American distilled spirits, Virginia heritage has
taught us to chase the undiscovered. At any 41 of our Virginia tasting

rooms, we invite you to meet our spirits' caretakers, the craftsmen and
women who are eager to welcome you with warm hospitality, while sharing
anecdotes behind every barrel of Virginia whiskey, behind each bottle of
Virginia gin, behind every glass of Virginia brandy and more. When spirits
are handcrafted and drinks are slowly savored, every sip tells a story.
Visit our distilleries throughout the state and create your own path to
endless explorations. Utilize the map and directory on the proceeding pages
to plan your next adventure to Virginia's distilleries. With 59 distilleries
(41 with open tasting rooms), there's something for everyone!
Like everything in life, we believe in moderation. Enjoy responsibly.
~ AMY CIARAMETARO
VIRGINIA DISTILLERS ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Visit VirginiaSpirits.org and follow @VirginiaSpirits on social media throughout the
month of September for September Virginia Spirits Month for fun and simple cocktailrecipe videos highlighting our local spirits; and receive a free gift with your purchase
of any Virginia Spirits at select Virginia ABC stores while supplies last.

SPONSORED CONTENT BY THE VIRGINIA DISTILLERS ASSOCIATION

http://www.VirginiaSpirits.org

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