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New Legislation Allows Yahara Bay To Sell Products On-Site


Purchase Yahara Bay Spirits
at any of the

fine locations listed in our
"Where to Buy" Directory

or at
Yahara Bay Distillers
at 3118 Kingsley Way,
Madison WI — 608-275-1050.

Check our Events page for schedule of tastings.

Holz's Apple Crisp Liqueur
Holz's Apple Crisp Liqueur
Holz’s Apple Crisp Liquor, is made from a secret recipe that captures all the best flavors of fall. Heavy with apples, cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar, Holtz’ is ideal for tailgating, autumn cocktails, or warmed with cider; the perfect spirit when you need to be reminded of why you live in Wisconsin.
Lemoncella
Lemoncella
An exquisit, fun liqueur, typically found on the shores of Italy, is now produced on the shores of Madison, WI. Using fresh lemon zest and sweet neutral spirits, this bright and tart spirit is perfect served straight up and ice cold, yet versatile enough for cocktails and dessert toppings.
Mad Bird Rum
Mad Bird Rum
Made from table-grade molasses, aged in charred oak barrels, and twice distilled to be extra smooth, this rich amber-colored rum comes on strong with hearty notes of fresh cut sugar cane, leaving traces of warm molasses cookies and burnt sugar on the tongue.
Extra Dry Gin
Extra Dry Gin
Crafted using a proprietary blend of botanicals that include juniper, fennel, and coriander; this extra dry gin has an earthy yet clean finish. Our unique steam infusion process imparts subtle flavors that are never harsh or bitter. Perfect for martinis, gimlets, or on the rocks.
Yahara Bay Whiskey
Yahara Bay Whiskey
Introducing the first aged whiskey produced in Wisconsin since Prohibition! Made from four Wisconsin-grown grains and aged in charred oak barrels to create a unique and flavorful sipping whiskey. With hints of toasted barley, sweet caramel corn, fresh artichokes, and well-seasoned cast iron - we invite you to try a true Wisconsin original.
Premium White Rum
Premium White Rum
It starts with the highest food-grade molasses and a touch of Wisconsingrown sorghum, giving this rum a hint of sweetness and uncommon depth. In keeping with traditional Caribbean style distilling we use a yeast developed specifically for rum fermentation. Smooth enough to drink straight and still perfectly at home in your favorite rum and cola, mojito, or daiquiri.
Premium Vodka
Premium Vodka
Distilled four times then filtered three times makes this small batch vodka extra smooth. Produced from Wisconsin grown Honeycrisp apples and corn, this lively spirit leaves hints of pepper, anice, and caramel corn on the tongue. Perfect for mixing or served neat over ice. Awarded a silver medal by the Beverage Tasting Institute.
Apple Brandy
Apple Brandy
We use Wisconsin-grown Honeycrisp apples picked at their peak to create this Yahara Bay original. Made in the Calvados style, this deep amber-colored spirit has the body of brandies ten years its senior. With a delicate apple scent and a powerful punch of heat upon delivery, it’s sure to warm you from head to toe.

Yahara Bay spirits are intended for consumption by persons 21 and older.
Please enjoy The Spirit of Madison™  responsibly.

Yahara Bay WhiskeyOur Feature Product:

Yahara Bay
Whiskey

Not since January 16, 1920 has aged whiskey been legally produced in Dane County, until now. Opening in October of 2007, Yahara Bay Distillers knew they wanted to produce a wide array of premium spirts using ingredients grown throughout the State. Starting with vodka, rum, and gin, all which are clear, unaged spirits, owner and chief distiller, Nick Quint, made the decision to expand his offerings to include aged spirits such as rum, brandy, and whiskey.

“We knew we wanted to experiment with aged products, so shortly after we began distilling we put up a number of spirits in new charred oak barrels to begin the aging process. It’s a long time to wait to see what the final product will turn out like, but after seeing the results it’s definately been worth it .” Nick Quint, Owner/Chief Distiller

Yahara Bay’s first Whiskey has been aged over two years in new charred oak barrels giving it a deep smokey oaken quality. From a base of wheat, corn, barley, and rye, it is distilled three times and filtered four times prior to casking, gives the spirit an extra smooth quaffing quality as well as lingering mellowness on the pallet, similar to one savoring a fine piece of chocolate.  Additional barrels are still currently sealed for additional aging and distribution at a future date.

“It’s up to the discression of each distiller to choose how long to age each spirit. We began checking the flavor profiles after six months and about once a month after that. We’ll continue to age additional barrels and watch how they progress but after two years, we feel this whiskey has the depth to stand on its own as a great example of what craft aged whiskey should be.” Nick Quint, Owner/Chief Distiller

Each bottle is hand-labeled with the barrel, bottle, and date. Samples of the new whiskey and the other products as well as tours are available for small and large groups at the distillery by appointment.

It is unclear how many Wisconsin whiskey distillers were in business prior to Prohibition, but as the first in a very, very long time, Yahara Bay Distillers is looking forward to setting distilling trends now and far into the future. 

On Exhibit Now

A Fusion of Color
Featuring: Heather Denson

June 4, 2010 - July 30, 2010
Get a glimpse of what you'll see!

Join us for our gallery opening at Yahara Bay Distillers on June 4th from 5pm - 8pm.  Friends, food, fine art and of course, Yahara Bay spirits!

Or visit the Gallery at Yahara Bay this throughout the summer to delight in the bold and creative works of oil on canvas ranging in a wide variety of sizes.  Heather captures the spirit of life through artistic brush strokes, thick textured lines, and playful swirls.  See more of Heather's work at www.HeatherDenson.com.