Savage & Cooke

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Savage & Cooke is a boutique distillery located on Mare Island in Vallejo, California. Founded by renowned winemaker Dave Phinney, the distillery is known for producing a range of high-quality, craft spirits with a focus on innovation and bold flavors. Phinney, who is also the creator of the popular wine brand The Prisoner, brings his expertise in blending and aging to the world of spirits through Savage & Cooke.

The distillery offers a variety of spirits, including bourbon, whiskey, and tequila. One of its flagship products is Burning Chair Bourbon, a rich and complex bourbon known for its smoothness and depth, aged in new American oak barrels and finished in wine barrels from Phinney's Napa Valley vineyards. Another notable spirit is Second Glance American Whiskey, which also features a wine barrel finish, adding a unique character to the whiskey.

Savage & Cooke emphasizes craftsmanship, sourcing high-quality ingredients and using traditional methods alongside creative aging techniques to develop distinct and memorable spirits. The distillery's approach reflects Phinney's passion for blending and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of flavor in the spirits industry.

Savage & Cooke has quickly gained a reputation for its bold, innovative spirits, appealing to both whiskey enthusiasts and those looking for something new and different in their spirits experience. The distillery also offers tours and tastings, allowing visitors to explore its process and products firsthand.