History

Eastside Distilling started as a smaller rum importer in 2008 and was on Portland's Distillery Row. They are described as the country's first and only publicly traded craft distillery (NASDAQ: EAST). Over the course of 14 years the company has developed, matured and launched many award-winning spirits and expanded through acquisitions of Big Bottom Distilling, Motherlode Bottling Services, Craft Canning + Bottling and Azuñia Tequila. Craft Canning provides contract production in Oregon, Washington and Colorado and is the Northwest's leading source for contract bottling. Our greatest asset is the talented employees, without whom Eastside would not exist. This history is accompanied by a wide range of brands such as Burnside, Eastside and Azuñia, as well as a strong investor and management profile.

Production/Manufacturing

Driven by Pacific Northwest culture, Eastside produces a range of premium spirits and has an extensive portfolio of whiskey and other products. A Garryana finish on the Burnside whiskeys is highlighted, followed by finishes in Garryana casks. They also highlight an in-house American single malt that has been aged at least two years in American white oak barrels and later aged in French sherry casks. Azuñia Tequila is produced with 100 percent Weber Blue Agave and achieves USDA organic certification for some of their tequila varieties. The company also has contract bottling and distribution through Craft Canning + Bottling.

Products / Whisky Series

• Eastside sherry cask single malt: American single malt, aged at least 2 years in American white oak and further matured in two French sherry casks. Nose of citrus and chocolate, palate of chocolate, dried fruits and spices.
• Eastside small batch rye: a blend of 2–8 year old rye whiskies bottled in selected casks for a unique expression.
• Eastside straight aged bourbon whiskey: at least 12 years old and drawn from selected bourbon barrels for a complex and structured experience.
• Burnside Oregon Oaked Bourbon: a blend of straight bourbons and whiskies with a touch of Garryana for a full-bodied and savory dram.
• Burnside Goose Hollow RSV Bourbon: small batch, aged and then bottled, with pronounced oak and smoky notes.
• Burnside Buckman RSV 10YR Bourbon: 10 years old and finely tuned, with notes of spiced fruitcake and citrus.
• Burnside Oregon Oaked Rye: a careful blend of straight rye and straight whiskey with Garryana for a deep and balanced rye.
• Burnside West End Blend: a careful blend of American whiskeys with Oregon oak for a lively and earthy sipper.
• Eastside Marionberry Whiskey: organic and handcrafted in the Willamette Valley with marionberry added to a traditional whiskey base.
• Eastside Cherry Whiskey: a fruity whiskey based on a vintage blend including Luxardo cherry liqueur for a broad and sweet finish.
• Eastside sherry cask single malt is mentioned above, but repeated here to emphasize its variations and finishes.

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Philosophy

Eastside Distilling has a mission to bring premium beverages to the masses, not just to a select few. Quality is not reserved for the few, and they describe a broad portfolio of spirits available to consumers. Their approach emphasizes the talent of their employees as the most important asset. Their branding and design are inspired by Portland's culture and the Keep Portland Weird aesthetic.