About
Hotaling & Co. is a San Francisco-based distillery established in 1993, credited with reviving copper pot distilling for gin and rye whiskey in the U.S. through brands like Junipero Gin and Old Potrero Rye Whiskey. They produce artisanal spirits at their Pier 50 distillery and import a diverse portfolio of premium spirits from around the world, emphasizing passion, care, and a quest for perfection.
Artisanal spirits production and importing
Copper pot distilling for gin and rye
San Francisco distillery history since 1993
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What They Make
Nikka From The Barrel Extra Marriage
Limited edition whisky with double marriage time in oak for richer flavor
Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Lunar New Year 'Year of the Horse'
Sherry-aged whisky with Oloroso, Pedro Ximénez, and Moscatel casks
Denizen Merchant's Reserve
Versatile rum for tiki-style drinks
Hirsch The Cask Strength
Award-winning whiskey
Old Potrero California Cellar Series #03 Gundlach Bundschu Gewurztraminer Finish
Award-winning whiskey
Convite Mezcal Pechuga
Award-winning mezcal
Junipero Gin
Flagship gin produced via copper pot distilling
Old Potrero Rye Whiskey
Flagship rye whiskey produced via copper pot distilling
Awards
Double Gold Medal for Junipero Gin, San Francisco World Spirits Competition
2023
Gold Medal for Old Potrero Rye, International Spirits Challenge
2023
Latest News
New limited releases: Nikka From The Barrel Extra Marriage (40th anniversary), Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Lunar New Year 'Year of the Horse'. Recent awards from 2025 competitions.