TOP 10 CRAFT DISTILLERIES IN
While California is historically known for their wineries, the state is up-and-coming on the craft distillery scene. Here are some of the distilleries that are shaping this growing industry.
10.
Dry Diggings (El Dorado Hills)

Dry Diggings is based on the gold rush theme that matches the area. The tasting room is an experience in itself, as it celebrates the rich history of northern California.

9.
Seven Stills (San Francisco)

Seven Stills is one of the most unique distilleries on the list. They regularly collaborate with other breweries and distilleries to create limited batches. Seven Stills distill their whiskeys from beer.

8.
J. Riley Distillery (Redlands)

Solid whiskey and fun cocktails make the distillery tour a can't miss.

7.
Kalifornia Distilleries (Temecula)

Temecula is known for the wine, but if you're looking for something harder, stop by Kalifornia Distilleries for whiskey and vodka. The tour is top notch, and they serve some creative cocktails.

6.
Blinking Owl Distillery (Santa Ana)

Blinking Owl is the first craft distillery in Orange County, and they specialize in vodka, whiskeys, gin, and aquavit.

5.
Malahat Spirits (San Diego)

San Diego is one of the country's best beer towns, but Malahat is adding rum to the mix. Definitely try out their ginger rum.

4.
Lost Spirits Distillery (Salinas)

Lost Spirits Distillery has racked up awards on the national and international levels. Their rum is one of the best in the state. Their whiskey is pretty fantastic as well.

3.
Greenbar Craft Distillery (Los Angeles)

Greenbar claims to make the largest portfolio of organic spirits in the world. Greenbar is LA's first distillery since prohibition.

2.
Spirit Works Distillery (Sebastopol)

Founded by a husband and wife team, Spirit Works is quickly gaining national recognition for their commitment to their simple approach using organic ingredients.

1.
St. George Spirits (Alameda)

St. George is one California's oldest and coolest distilleries. The distillery is located in an old naval airplane hangar.