St. George Spirits

“If you love making things, and there’s something you want to have, whether it’s something to eat or drink or wear and what you want is not available, then you make it.” — Lance Winters

For the summer issue of Wm Brown, writer Eric Twardzik goes behind the scenes with master distiller Lance Winters to explore the creative process here at our “Wonka factory.”

From using vintage printing presses for label development to laying down California umeshu just to have barrels to finish our Baller American Single Malt Whiskey, we rarely take the easy path. The spirits we make to share with you are the result of imagination, determination, and maybe just a touch of madness. Read more in the Summer 2026 issue of Wm Brown, out now.

Words: Eric Twardzik
Photos: Matt Hranek Wm Brown

Looking for a refreshing and delicious cocktail for your next picnic, barbecue, or patio hang? Look no further.

This recipe brings together summer’s heavy hitters by combining lemonade with the best strawberries you can find in your local market and a fresh hit of basil (thanks to our Aqua Perfecta Basil Eau de Vie). Our bright and floral Valley Gin beautifully complements these ingredients and results in an adult beverage that calls to mind the simple pleasures of a classic summer cooler.

STRAWBERRY BASIL LEMONADE
1 1/2 oz St. George Valley Gin
1/2 oz Aqua Perfecta Basil Eau de Vie
4 oz fresh lemonade, sweetened to taste
2–3 strawberries, thinly sliced

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, then shake until strawberries are broken up and integrated. Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice and garnish with a fresh strawberry.

Need a bottle of Valley Gin or our Basil Eau de Vie to make this cocktail? We’re open 2-6pm today, noon–6pm tomorrow and Sunday, or shop anytime at stgeorgespirits.com/shop or at the link in bio.

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It may only be Wednesday, but we’re already looking ahead to the upcoming l o n g weekend.

If you have some time off in your future, we’d love to see you here at the distillery. The bottle shop is open until 6pm today, and the shop and tasting room will both be open regular hours the rest of the week and weekend.

BOTTLE SHOP
Wednesday–Friday 2–6pm
Saturday & Sunday noon–6pm

Pop by anytime we’re open to restock your go-to bottles or pick up something new.

TASTING ROOM
Friday 2–6pm
Saturday & Sunday noon–6pm

Reserve your guided spirits tasting flight or distillery tour at stgeorgespirits.com/visit or at the link in bio. Sip, learn, and let us lift your spirits.

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