The Missouri Whiskeys Locals Are Giving for Christmas

When you think of adult beverages in Missouri you probably go right to beer, and that’s understandable. Historically it’s beer that has been the Show-Me-State standout. Missouri wines are also well thought of, but there are an increasing amount of distilleries in Missouri that are emerging. Over four dozen distilleries are up and functioning in Missouri – and they make quality products.

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This Christmas you can zig when others zag on gifting Missouri adult beverages. Share the blessing of sipping on a Missouri craft product this year. There are many to choose from, and some are already award winners.

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Holladay Distillery in Weston, Missouri has become the high-profile Missouri bourbon. Located north of Kansas City along the Missouri river, this distillery has the history and reputation to produce high end bourbon. Holladay has been successful enough over the last few years that they’ve begun building a new rickhouse to be able to age even more Missouri bourbon. They also recently signed an agreement to be distributed in Australia. Their soft red wheat bourbon sips smooth and friendly.

Wood Hat Spirits in New Florence, Missouri is in the habit of winning awards for their libations. Whether it’s their cordials or their Missouri bourbon selections that are made using exclusively Missouri wood and corn, their products can be had where Missouri highway 19 and Interstate 70 come together. Any of these will be well received as gifts.

Stone Ledge Distillery in Defiance, Missouri has an up and comer in its Stowloch Whiskey, which has won several medals and accolades at competitions around the globe. With flavors from the Ozark highlands this Missouri whiskey is a good bottle to get and gift.

Copper Run Distillery in Branson, Mo. is another spot to taste some Missouri distilled products. They make craft products in limited numbers. Their approach is elite quality on a small scale as opposed to large quantity production that often loses the personal craft touch. Missouri bourbon, and small batch whiskey from this southern Missouri operation will definitely get high marks as presents this Christmas.

Give the gift of Missouri whiskey this year for your friends who know what the good stuff tastes like.