About
Charbay Distillery, located in Ukiah, California, is a family-owned craft distillery and winery founded in 1983 by Miles and Susan Karakasevic. Known for pioneering flavored vodkas and small-batch spirits, Charbay uses traditional European distillation methods combined with innovative techniques. They also produce wines and are celebrated for their hands-on approach to crafting unique beverages.
Products
Charbay Blood Orange Vodka
Made with fresh blood oranges, this vodka delivers a vibrant citrus flavor with a clean finish.
Charbay Green Tea Vodka
A unique vodka infused with whole-leaf green tea, offering a smooth and herbal profile.
Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka
Crafted with fresh Meyer lemons, this vodka offers a bright, zesty taste with subtle sweetness.
Charbay R5 Whiskey
A small-batch whiskey distilled from Bear Republic's Racer 5 IPA, aged in oak barrels for a complex, hoppy character.
Charbay Ruby Port
A rich, fortified wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, featuring deep fruit flavors.
Awards
Double Gold Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition for R5 Whiskey
2023
Gold Medal, Beverage Testing Institute for Green Tea Vodka
2023