Mammoth Distilling is a craft distillery located on the shores of Torch Lake in Northern Michigan that produces terroir-driven spirits using local grains and glacial Torch Lake water. The distillery crafts a diverse lineup spanning whiskeys, gins, vodkas, and liqueurs, all reflecting the ancient character of the region’s ingredients and climate. Their philosophy blends North American distilling traditions with old-world techniques to create spirits that capture the essence of Northern Michigan.
A unique blend of full-bodied, oaky American bourbon and Mammoth’s historic Cherry Bounce made from Michigan tart cherries, sugar, and spices. Complex enough to enjoy by itself over ice yet versatile enough for whiskey cocktails, it’s based on a beloved Manhattan variation that originated in Mammoth’s first tasting room.
A fresh cherry liqueur rooted in generations of Michigan cherry farmer tradition, made from tart Montmorency cherries grown by Shooks Farm and macerated in Mammoth whiskey before aging in used bourbon and rye casks. Sweetened with cherry reduction from Brownwood Farms and highlighted by clove and vanilla beans, it’s versatile enough to enjoy over ice, added to sparkling wine, or used as a Manhattan substitute for sweet vermouth.
An infused vodka that lusciously showcases Michigan’s signature tart Montmorency cherries at their pure, unadulterated best, capturing their peak flavor during the summer cherry harvest. Roughly two-thirds of U.S. tart cherries are grown in Michigan, and this spirit pays homage to that rich cherry heritage.
A cold-brewed coffee liqueur inspired by local coffee roasters, made with coarsely ground beans steeped in Torch Lake water for 24-36 hours and blended with Mammoth’s 190-proof corn spirit. The result is a bold, complex liqueur with deep rich flavor and less acidity, softened with Madagascar vanilla beans and sweetened with pure cane sugar.
An infused vodka featuring delicate herbal and floral notes from fresh lavender sourced from Michigan farms, capturing the essence of the region’s rolling lavender fields. It has an almost gin-like gentle yet unmistakable flavor profile that’s perfect over ice or to add a unique note to herbaceous cocktails.
A barrel-finished Contemporary Northern Gin made from the same six individually distilled botanicals as the original Mammoth Gin—juniper, white pine, lavender, sage, lemon, and orange—then rested in used rye barrels. The oak adds delicate toasted honey-like qualities that complement rather than overpower the botanicals, creating an incredibly complex and unique spirit born from a happy accident.
A Contemporary Northern Gin made by fractionally distilling six individually sourced botanicals—juniper, white pine, lavender, sage, lemon, and orange—separately to capture each ingredient’s truest character. The result is an earthly, complex spirit with a coniferous nose, sage and citrus notes, and a long lavender finish.
A pure, clean, and smooth vodka distilled from Wapsie Valley corn and pure Torch Lake water, taking nearly twice the time on still compared to whiskey to achieve its high proof of 190. It’s distilled through 14 perforated trays and 14 bubble caps for an exceptionally clean and smooth spirit, with the glacial minerals of Torch Lake water defining its final character.
A blend of traditional American bourbon and Mammoth’s own Woolly bourbon made from Wapsie Valley corn, Wheeler rye, and Odyssey barley, finished on toasted Michigan cherry wood and aged in a northern climate. It delivers layered character, balanced structure, and a dry, satisfying finish that reframes bourbon through grain, climate, and craft.
The premiere release in Mammoth’s limited-release Northern Rye series, blending 14% straight Michigan Wheeler rye aged in Minnesota and Missouri white oak barrels with 86% long-aged Alberta rye. Each blend is crafted through a series of very small unions to create the layered, nuanced character unique to this inaugural release.
A whiskey inspired by the local wineries of Northern Michigan, finished in American Oak Port barrels and Bonobo Winery’s Estate Pinot Noir French oak barrels for a perfect marriage of terroir and technique. It blends Michigan Wheeler rye with Alberta rye aged in used American casks to create a spirit where Northern Rye meets Northern Michigan wine.
Inspired by Northern Michigan’s celebrated cherry harvest, this expression uses late-spring cherry blossoms, seasoned cherry wood, and barrels from Mammoth’s own cherry brandy to capture the essence of the cherry tree. The whiskey balances delicate floral notes with rich, fruity depth and mature rye complexity.
An apple-inspired expression built on a bright Canadian rye base and finished in Bee Well cider barrels, Mammoth apple brandy barrels, and a Pommeau barrel from Tandem Ciders to echo natural apple tones. The spirit offers layered complexity with crisp green apple, caramelized sugar, and a long finish of strawberry, dried tobacco, and honey.
Made from 100% Northern Michigan-grown Conlon barley that is malted and carefully smoked using peat harvested from a bog near Empire, Michigan. Double-pot distilled and aged in second-use barrels for a minimum of two years, it creates a grain-forward whiskey that balances delicate notes of campfire, honey, apricot, and vanilla.
An infused vodka that pairs sun-ripened Michigan strawberries from Brownwood Acres with delightfully tart rhubarb from nearby King Orchards for a perfect botanical fusion. It captures the quintessential flavors of Northern Michigan summertime, offering fruity sweetness complemented by distinctive tang ideal for sipping or mixing into cocktails.
A decidedly northern expression of bourbon made from 68% corn, 20% rye, and 10% malted barley using grains grown by local farms and glacial Torch Lake water. Every bottle is hand-hewn in a custom 650-liter pot still and aged in new charred American White Oak casks at their rick house on Torch Lake.
A classic American rye whiskey made from 88% Wheeler rye, 10% malted Conlin barley, and 2% caramel malt using grains grown in collaboration with Northern Michigan farms. It delivers a perfect balance of full-flavored rye grains, nutty-sweet malt, and bold American oak.