San Luis Obispo Based Distillery Takes Home Numerous Medals at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

(SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA) – Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills, a renowned distillery based in San Luis Obispo, has won a gold medal for their two-year Straight Rye Whiskey (90 Proof) at the prestigious 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. The competition, which is one of the largest of its kind in the United States, attracts thousands of entries from all over the world, making winning a medal a significant achievement in the spirits industry.

In addition to the gold medal, Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills also received silver medals for five other entries: Distiller’s Reserve Rye (80 Proof) , Straight Bourbon (90 Proof), Manhattan bottled cocktail (70 Proof), as well as their Whiskey Paloma and the Whiskey Mai Tai canned cocktail (22 Proof). This impressive showing at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition is a testament to the exceptional quality of the distillery’s products and the dedication of its team.

Founder Rodney Cegelski expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying, “We are thrilled to have been recognized with these awards. Our team works tirelessly to craft high-quality spirits that reflect the unique character and flavors of California, and it’s an honor to have our efforts recognized by such a prestigious organization.”

Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills has been a fixture in the San Luis Obispo community since its founding in 2019. The distillery uses purified Pacific Ocean water to cut each of its award-winning spirits and offers a full line of craft whiskey, bottled cocktails, and new canned whiskey cocktails. With its commitment to quality and innovation, Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills is trending to become a leader in the California spirits industry, with its products being enjoyed by spirits enthusiasts in stores throughout the golden state.

For more information about Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills and its award-winning spirits, visit the distillery’s website at www.rodandhammer.com.