About
Founded in 2007 in Detroit, Valentine Distilling Co. is a Michigan craft spirits pioneer producing Valentine Vodka, Mayor Pingree Whiskeys, and Liberator Gin. They craft spirits without additives using traditional methods, emphasize sustainability, and offer a barrel program, distillery tours, and Belle's Lounge tasting room. Renowned for multiple world-class awards including World's Best Vodka twice.
No additives, traditional craft methods
Sustainability focus
Grain-blend vodka
Mayor Pingree whiskey series
Liberator Gin
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What They Make
Mayor Pingree Red Label Bourbon
Bold, non-chill filtered bourbon aged at least 5 years from sweet corn, spicy rye, and malt; batch series
Valentine Vodka
Copper pot distilled from proprietary blend of corn, wheat, and barley; no additives; World's Best Vodka twice
Liberator Gin
Complex, multi-layered in traditional style; versatile for cocktails
Awards
Gold Medal, New York World Wine & Spirits Competition for Liberator Gin
2023
Double Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2016 for Valentine Vodka
2016
Upcoming Events
Distillery Tours
by appointment
Tour and tasting at production facility
Cocktail Classes
Cocktail classes offered
Weddings & Private Events
Accommodates up to 100 guests
Barrel Program
Barrel aging program