Historie

Sweet Home Spirits is a small batch distillery in Leeds, Alabama, known for the motto Born & Bottled in Alabama and for defining an Alabama-style whiskey rather than mimicking Kentucky or Tennessee. The brand was founded around Austin Wade Creel, a University of Alabama graduate who returned home in 2015 to focus on community development and whiskey. Carl Baldone is a co-founder and brings expertise in customer experience, digital analytics, and marketing. According to the company, Alabama before 2015 was marked by few or no distilleries, and Sweet Home Spirits aims to champion Alabama culture as well as a unique Alabama whiskey style. The mash bill composition is 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, and the vodka is 100% corn with a filtration process that highlights a smooth finish.

Produktion / Fremstilling

Sweet Home Spirits highlights an Alabama-style whiskey mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley, which they describe as a bourbon-like profile, combined with proprietary filtration that yields a unique style and a smooth finish. Their vodka is 100% corn and undergoes ten-times distillation and three rounds of filtration to remove aftertaste and achieve a very clean and smooth taste. The company emphasizes craftsmanship, small-batch production, and a strong national identity as core elements of their brand.

Produkter / Whisky-serien

• Sweet Home Whisky: mash bill 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley; 90 proof (45% ABV); notes of clove, vanilla, maple syrup, spice, earth and smoke.
• Divided Batch: mash bill 68% corn, 21% rye, 11% malted barley; finish by charring pecan wood to add sweet notes; 42% ABV.
• Campfire Whisky: cinnamon-forward whiskey with warm spices; 70 proof (35% ABV).
• Cask Strength Bourbon: Cask Strength bourbon from private barrels; high ABV (60%+); notes of oak, vanilla, caramel, espresso and chocolate; long, warm finish.
• Limoncello: 100% corn; natural lemon zest and a touch of sugar; 32% ABV; aperitif vibe.
• Sweet Home Vodka: 100% corn; three-times filtered after a ten-times distillation; smooth mouthfeel and clean finish; 40% ABV.
• Wheated Bourbon (8-year): 8-year wheated bourbon made with mash bill 51% corn, 45% wheat, 4% malted barley; unfiltered; ABV 60–62%.
• Honey Shine: Limited edition Honey Moonshine; 5% honey and 95% corn; 22% ABV.
• Private Barrel & Custom Labeling: private barrels and customized labels, giving customers the opportunity to get their own 15 gallons cask and personalized label design; distillery sales only.
• Starter Pack: assorted pack with six full-size bottles (Campfire Whisky, American Whisky, Vodka, Limoncello and more).

Besøg & Oplevelser

The distillery in Leeds offers guided tours and tastings on weekends with a tasting flight (four samples) at a price of $10 per person. Hours are Friday 2:00 PM–8:00 PM and Saturday 12:00 PM–8:00 PM; Sunday closed. Private events and group tastings can be arranged by inquiry; The Distillery Bar offers signature cocktails such as Old Fashioned and Leeds Mule. Address: 8316 Parkway Dr Suite 120, Leeds, AL 35094.

Filosofi

Sweet Home Spirits describes itself as grassroots and Alabama-flavored, celebrating Alabama's culture and history through their products and experiences. They also offer private barrel programs and custom labeling, which provide unique bottles and personalized design options for customers and partners.