Western Reserve Distillers
Focusing on organic ingredients, including grains from farms within 150 miles of its Lakewood location, the distillery’s Handcrafted Vodka or Premium Spelt Vodka will elevate any cocktail you include it in. westernreservedistillers.com
Cleveland Whiskey
In 2013, Cleveland Whiskey launched an inventive way to quickly make great bourbon, Since then, it has continued to up the ante with delicious uses of its tech by incorporating wood types not usually used for bourbon aging. clevelandwhiskey.com
Seven Brothers Distilling Co.
Sourcing as many local ingredients as possible, this distillery has hickory-smoked whiskey, spiced rum and more, but its Seven Botanicals Gin offers a more delicate, floral powerhouse. sevenbrothersdistillingco.com
Tom’s Foolery
Although the Applejack brandy, which is distilled entirely from Ohio apples, is this spot’s most popular spirit, the rye whiskey made with grain from its farm will make any brown liquor lover blush. tomsfoolery.com