Second Acts Spirits' Clocktower Bourbon and Dad's Garden Gin Strike Gold at 2024 John Barleycorn Awards

Amsterdam, NY – December 2,2024 – Second Acts Spirits, a New York State licensed farm distillery, is raising a glass to its Clocktower Bourbon and Dad's Garden Gin, both awarded gold medals at the esteemed 2024 John Barleycorn Awards. This impressive achievement underscores the distillery's dedication to crafting exceptional spirits using locally sourced ingredients and traditional distilling methods.

The John Barleycorn Awards is a globally recognized competition that annually celebrates the finest spirits worldwide.  Expert judges meticulously evaluate each entry based on aroma, taste, finish, and overall quality, with the gold medal representing the pinnacle of excellence.

Clocktower Bourbon is a small-batch, handcrafted bourbon meticulously crafted with a distinct mash bill of corn, wheat, malted barley, and rye.  Aged for four years in charred oak barrels, it delivers a smooth, complex flavor profile with notes of caramel, vanilla, and a hint of spice.

Dad's Garden Gin, a New World Gin, captures the essence of the region with its unique blend of botanicals including lavender and elderflowers sourced from Sunny Hunny Farms in Amsterdam, NY. Featuring prominent notes of lavender and lemon, complemented by elderflower and juniper, this gin is a true celebration of local flavors. Distilled in a traditional pot still and bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV), it is refreshingly crisp with a beautifully balanced flavor profile.

"We are absolutely thrilled to receive this recognition from the John Barleycorn Awards, especially as we approach our first anniversary,” said Stacey Michaels of Second Acts Spirits. "To have both our Clocktower Bourbon and Dad's Garden Gin win gold medals is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, and the incredible quality of the local ingredients we use. It's an amazing way to celebrate our first year in business and we can't wait to see what the future holds for Second Acts Spirits."

Clocktower Bourbon and Dad's Garden Gin are available for purchase at the Second Acts Spirits distillery tasting room located in the historic Amsterdam Clocktower at 37 Prospect Street in Amsterdam, NY, as well as at select retailers.