Thanks to readers of The Growler, Tattersall took home four Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal Awards — including Best Craft Distillery, Best Bartender – Bennett Johnson, Best Rum and Best Branding. Readers of the magazine vote for their favorites across food, drinks, culture and more in the annual award showcase.

“We’re honored and excited to win these awards,” said co-founder Jon Kreidler. “Especially with such tough competition across the state.”

You can read the full article here, otherwise, here’s what the staff at The Growler had to say about each of the big wins:

Best Craft Distillery

“With the largest spirits portfolio of any Minnesota distillery, impeccable cocktails served in a stylish cocktail room, and a penchant for collaborative experimentation, Tattersall Distilling is changing the landscape of Minnesota spirits, one bottle at a time. The Northeast Minneapolis distillery is your pick for Minnesota’s Best Craft Distillery.”

Best Bartender: Bennett Johnson

“There are no shortages of places to have a cocktail in Northeast. But there’s nowhere we’d rather be than at the horseshoe bar at Tattersall Distilling, watching Bennett Johnson in all his mustachioed glory, mixing up some of the finest spirits in town.”

Best Rum: Tattersall Blackstrap Rum

“Now that it’s winter, we want a spirit that will warm us up from the inside out, and Tattersall has just the prescription: their Blackstrap Rum. A smoky, full-flavored, yet cozy spirit made from 100% molasses, it’s a stellar base for your daiquiri or mai tai.”

Best Distillery Branding

“Tattersall is the name for a pattern of colored lines, forming a grid on a solid background. Unpretentious. Straightforward. Classy. No matter how simple the plaid design is, it’s working for Tattersall Distilling, for their branding is clearly standing out on the shelf.”

You can read the full article here.

Tattersall took home the award for Outstanding Distillery at the 2016 Charlie Awards on Sunday, November 13. Dan Oskey, Tim Leary and Bennett Johnson accepted the award at the Pantages Theater on behalf of the entire team.

“We are incredibly honored and humbled to be recognized by the Charlie Awards and the local culinary community,” said Tattersall co-founder Jon Kriedler.
“It wouldn’t be possible without the talent, hard work and dedication of our entire team.”

The Charlie Awards is an annual event that celebrates the exceptional contributions of the Twin Cities area restaurant, food and beverage industry. This year, the award show also included special recognition for local farmers who provide an incredible amount of what makes the our food and drink scene special.

Introducing Tattersall Absinthe Blanche, Tattersall Blackstrap Rum, Tattersall Sociable Freewheeler Pommeau, Tattersall Blueberry and Tattersall Cranberry. We’re excited to add these four distinct spirits and liqueurs to our growing lineup. Here’s a bit more about each:

Tattersall Absinthe Blanche is a gorgeous balance of the Holy Trinity — anise seed, wormwood and fennel. Prepare for complex sensations with every sip.

Uses: Sazerac, Corpse Reviver #2 or in an Absinthe Drip.

Tattersall + Sociable Cider Werks Freewheeler Pommeau  is made from brandy distilled from Sociable Cider Werks Freewheeler Dry Apple and combined with its unfermented cider base. The result is bright, slightly sweet and tart — true to the cider apples.

Uses: Serve chilled, neat or to add real apple flavor to your favorite cocktails.

Tattersall Blackstrap Rum is distilled from all-natural Carribbean-style molasses. The result: A smoky, full-flavored spirit that lets the molasses shine. Refined, yet raw, every sip packs a punch.

Uses: Daiquiri, Mai Tai or an inventive rum punch.

Find it in these fine liquor stores:

Ace – Hopkins

Central Ave Liquor – Minneapolis

France 44 Wine & Spirits – Minneapolis

South Lyndale Liquors – Minneapolis

Zipps Liquors – Minneapolis

Tattersall Blueberry is crafted from Great Lakes blueberries and an array of natural botanicals.

The result: Subtle, sweet and delicately delicious.

Uses: Add to your next gin and tonic, mix with lemonade or get inventive with your favorites.

Find it in these fine liquor stores:

France 44 – Minneapolis

Glen Lake Wine and Spirits – Minnetonka

Hennepin Lake Liquors – Minneapolis

NBM Liquors – North Branch

Skol Liquors – Minneapolis

South Lyndale Liquors – Minneapolis

Sunfish Cellars – Lilydale

Whole Foods – Minneapolis

Zipps – Minneapolis

Tattersall Cranberry is made from Great Lakes cranberries and a mix of natural botanicals that enhance the berries. The result: A beautiful balance of sweet, sour and tart.

Use: Add to your next gin and tonic, mix with lemonade or get inventive with your favorites.

Find it in these fine liquor stores:

Lunds & Byerlys – Minneapolis

Lake Wine & Spirits – Minneapolis

South Lyndale Liquors – Minneapolis

Hennepin Lake Liquors – Minneapolis

Zipps Liquors – Minneapolis

A panel of experts partnered with USA Today editors to pick the top 20 craft specialty spirit distilleries in the nation — and Tattersall made the list. The top 10 winners were determined by popular vote. After four weeks of voting, Tattersall made the top 10, coming in at number six.

Experts Emily Arden Wells (Gastronomista), Brian Christensen (Artisan Spirit Magazine), Laura Johnson (Distillerista) and Arthur Shapiro (Booze Business) were chosen based on their expertise in the American craft spirits industry. We’re honored to be in such great company with great distilleries across the country.

Read the whole article here.

Tattersall spirits and liqueurs had an impressive first showing at the American Distilling Institute Spirits Competition in San Diego. Aquavit and Orange Crema came out on top, each winning both the Best-In-Class and Best-In-Category awards. On top of it all, Aquavit also won a Double Gold and Orange Crema won Gold.

Grapefruit Crema and Créme de Fleur took home Silver awards. And finally, Sour Cherry and Fernet rounded out the hardware with Bronze awards. You can find all of our award-winning spirits and liqueurs at a liquor store near you in Minnesota, South Dakota or Wisconsin.

Check out the Tattersall Finder to find the store nearest you.