Crafthouse Cocktails swept The Tasting Alliance's San Francisco Ready-to-Drink Competition (SFRTDC), one of the world's most respected and influential beverage competitions, earning the industry's top honor, 'Best of Class' for its Moscow Mule, Moonlighter and Mai Tai. Announced November 9, the Moonlighter won Best of Class in the Vodka Soda category, Moscow Mule in the Vodka RTD and Mai Tai in the Rum RTD, earning top distinctions among more than 500 RTD entrants across US and international markets.
It was a standout year for the independent brand marked by its launch with United Airlines and strong results at the SFRTDC, where it earned medals across the entire portfolio including four Double Gold Medals for Mai Tai, Pineapple Daiquiri, Moscow Mule and Moonlighter Vodka Spritz, signifying unanimous praise from the 70-judge panel.
As the original premium ready-to-serve cocktail brand on the market, launched in 2013 by James Beard Award-winning bartender Charles Joly and restaurateur Matt Lindner, Crafthouse Cocktails continues to define the standard for quality and innovation with new flavor profiles and proprietary technology debuting in 2026.
About the Cocktails
Moonlighter - Vodka steeped with chamomile and lavender featuring Brovo Spirits' Pretty Bianco Vermouth
Mai Tai - Planteray Xaymaca Special Dry Rum and O.F.T.D. Overproof Rum, orange curaçao, Liquid Alchemists' almond orgeat and lime
Pineapple Daiquiri - Planteray Stiggins' Fancy Pineapple Rum and O.F.T.D. Overproof Rum, lime and bitters
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