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Artist Label Series Contest

CALL FOR ARTISTS – SUBMIT BY JUNE 1STDisplay your art in a full color label for our fall whiskey release! Possible inclusion in other designs. Exposure for all participating artists who attend our bottle release party!Contest Rules, Terms, ConditionsBefore submitting artwork, please take a look at the contest rules, terms, and conditions.Contest RulesHow to Submit ArtworkSubmitting by MailTo enter via …

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Ume Plum flavored Rum release

We are excited to announce our first ever flavored rum release: Ume Rum! The ume plum is a special fruit commonly used in Japanese cuisine for its tart, dry qualities. Using our Day Rum, we macerate plums we source from a third generation Japanese farmer in the central coast of California. Once the rum soaks up enough plum, we pull …

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A New State of Mosswood

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Mosswood Whiskey & Rum to an additional state: Minnesota! Sometimes, as much as we plan 1, 5 & 10 years out, a great opportunity inspires a change of plans. Being a small business, it’s all about taking the waves when they roll in. We’re absolutely thrilled to now serve you in 2 …

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Barrel Aging Effects on Whiskey and other spirits

All spirits, no matter what the starting ingredients, are clear when they come off the still. Some stay that way, while others don’t. Generally, those without herbs or other additives establish color from the aging process. And beyond just providing color, aging a spirit deserves credit for doling out much of the flavors and aromas. That barrel is a time …

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Why Our Labels No Longer Say “Light”

We recently transitioned to new whiskey labels that don’t specify the exact type of whiskey we make. This wasn’t a decision that came lightly (excuse the pun), especially because sharing all about our process with you is so important to us. So why the transition from full transparency, to seemingly less transparent? Well, it wasn’t for looks (though they do …