Alameda

St. George Spirits

Alameda, United States

Craft distillery at 2601 Monarch Street, Alameda, California. St. George presents itself as America’s original artisan distillery, operating since 1982 and producing whiskey, gin, vodka, brandy and liqueurs with an emphasis on innovation. Founders and distillers associated with the site include Jörg Rupf, Lance Winters and Dave Smith. The tasting room and bottle shop accept walk-ins when space allows; reservations are recommended. Summer hours: Wednesday–Friday 2:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.