Blue Spirits Distilling
Overview of the Distillery
Blue Spirits Distilling is an American distillery that has made Lake Chelan's meltwater its core element. The brand repeatedly emphasizes that every bottle is proofed with this pure, cold meltwater, and the range includes a Straight Bourbon, a Rye, and a Cherry-Flavored Whisky. The products are sold online and regionally available at Total Wine & More in Washington.
History
The Role of Water and the Origin of the Name
Lake Chelan is described as a 95-mile-long, glacial-carved lake, in places more than 1,500 feet deep. The snow in the North Cascades melts in the spring into the water the distillery calls 'liquid gold,' and this water is used to proof all bottles. The name Blue Spirits relates to the blue sheen visible in the snow and lake, and the motto highlights the water's pivotal role in production.
Raw Materials and Production
The most concrete production element is the use of Lake Chelan's meltwater as the proofing water in all bottles. Product pages show that Blue Spirits produces a Straight Bourbon, a Rye, and a Cherry-Flavored Whisky in 750 ml bottles. There are no details about malted grain, malting methods, fermentation times, still types, or number of distillations in the available pages. Sales and distribution information shows online sales and regional presence at Total Wine & More as well as a partnership with the distributor Vehrs Inc.
Aging and Barrel Types
Aging information is limited, but the Straight Bourbon is indicated to be aged for 4 years starting with batch 94, and Cherry-Flavored Whisky is listed as aged 8 years. There are no further details about barrel types, previous contents, or use of new oak in the available descriptions.
Whiskies
The range is compact: a Straight Bourbon, a Rye, and a Cherry Flavored Whisky. All three are produced in 750 ml bottles and offered online. The product texts highlight the bourbon's vanilla and caramel notes and describe the cherry-flavored whisky as an 8-year-old expression. Regional distribution occurs through Total Wine & More in Washington with Vehrs Inc. listed as distributor contact.
| Whisky | Type / Series | Age | Flavor Profile | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight Bourbon Whisky | Bourbon | 4 years (starting with batch 94) | Bright with a rich finish of vanilla and caramel. Perfect on the rocks or with a sliver of citrus zest. Starting with batch 94, this bourbon will be aged 4 years. | Online; regional at Total Wine & More in Washington |
| Rye Whisky | Rye | Young and impetuous; like the backseat of your Dad’s Buick on a Friday night… hot and steamy. | Online; regional at Total Wine & More in Washington | |
| Cherry Flavored Whisky | Flavoured Whisky | 8 years | A delicate whisky, aged 8 years and splashed with a brilliant cherry nose with a dry whisky finish. Best served on the rocks. | Online; regional at Total Wine & More in Washington |
Whisky Style and Flavor Profile
The documented flavor foundation rests on three directions: vanilla and caramel are explicitly noted in Straight Bourbon, while Cherry Flavored Whisky is highlighted with a cherry nose. These three elements provide the most reliable snapshot of the flavor profile across the shown lineup.
Visit the Distillery
There are active contact channels for customers: phone 509.860.2467 and email grainsandspirits@gmail.com. The website encourages signing up for a newsletter for information on exclusive releases, offers, and events at the distillery. The products can be purchased online and are available at Total Wine & More in Washington; Vehrs Inc. is listed as distributor with offices in Kent and Spokane.
Philosophy and Craft
Blue Spirits places water as a high-priority raw material and articulates a clear value: no spirit can be better than the water used to proof it. This decision to consistently use Lake Chelan's meltwater and the name's reference to local nature emphasize a focus on place and ingredient.