Beginning with whole grains, Spirit Works mills the grains to remove the hard husks, then mixes the resulting flour with hot water to create the mash; once fermented, it is distilled through the distillery's custom-made 800-liter CARL pot still — built by Germany's oldest still producer, a family-run company formed in 1869. Spirit Works Sloe Gin is crafted using the house gin, which provides the base of the spirit and includes fresh California botanicals such as orris and angelica root; the gin is then macerated with sloe berries until the fruit's flavor and color have been delightfully imparted to the spirit. The resulting liqueur has a bright, berry-and-citrus nose that continues on the palate along with cinnamon and cardamom, finishing rich with plums, orange peel, and a pleasant acidity.
How to Use: A Sloe Gin Fizz, a sloe Negroni, or over ice.
