A Decade of Distinctive Spirits: Central Standard Craft Distillery Celebrates 10 Years in Milwaukee

Milwaukee distillery plans all-day party with exclusive tastings, a special release bourbon, DJs and more.

MILWAUKEE — Central Standard Craft Distillery is celebrating a decade of delivering premium spirits across Wisconsin with a grand event dedicated to the city that put its spirits on the map. Since its founding in 2014, Central Standard has become a local household name, known for its craft spirits that grace bar carts and supper clubs across the state.

To mark this significant milestone, Central Standard will host a party at the Central Standard Crafthouse & Kitchen at 320 E. Clybourn St. The event will also commemorate the 150th anniversary of the historic building, which became home to the crafthouse three years ago. The festivities include:

• Anniversary Party: On Aug. 17, starting at 1 p.m., the public is invited to join a grand celebration featuring live music, exclusive tastings, rooftop DJs, free snacks, bourbon samples, and one-day-only discounts on select bourbons and cocktails.
• Special Release: Central Standard is unveiling its “Founders Reserve Anniversary Bourbon,” crafted to mark this milestone. The first 100 guests will receive a complimentary 100ml bottle of bourbon. 

“From the start, our goal was to create a brand and an experience that truly represents the Midwest,” said Hughes. “Our name, drawn from our local time zone, and our logo, featuring a hardworking Wisconsinite, reflect the essence of Midwest culture and the people who enjoy our spirits.”

The distillery’s Crafthouse opened in 2014 in Walker’s Point, before moving to the present venue downtown in 2021 and opening the full-service bar and restaurant Crafthouse & Kitchen. Central Standard has a history of community involvement, both at the restaurant and within the wider community, by hosting and participating in charity events, sponsoring local causes, and more.

“We’re grateful for everyone’s unwavering support over the past decade,” said McQuillan. “From our partners to customers, we dedicate this milestone to you. We look forward to many more years of creating spirits and experiences that resonate with the Midwest.”

Central Standard invites everyone to join the festivities celebrating 10 years of distilling. To stay up to date on Central Standard events, happenings, and products, visit thecentralstandard.com or follow them on Facebook or Instagram.

About Central Standard Distillery

Central Standard Craft Distillery, a small batch, craft distillery in Milwaukee and the fastest-growing top-10 Wisconsin-based distiller, handcrafts award-winning bourbon, whiskey, vodka and gin from locally sourced ingredients, including cherries grown in Door County and honey harvested in Germantown. Founded in 2014, Central Standard spirits have won 40 medals across multiple craft distilling categories. Learn more at thecentralstandard.com, or by following them on instagram.com/thecentralstandard/ or facebook.com/thecentralstandard.

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*You must be 21 or older and a fan of great craft cocktails to enjoy our spirits. Please drink responsibly.