The Craft Spirit Economy in Colroado Springs with Jake Weien, COO 1350 Distilling

More than 70 unique distilleries dot the Colorado landscape. Since Stranahan's single malt first release in 2006 to today, Colorado's Spirits Trail continues to grow. More than 1200 in-state employees, contributing to a $7B economy nationally, the specialty spirits genre is alive and well. 

Enter 1350 Distilling - a Colorado Springs-based distillery led by Jake Weien and his master-distiller, co-founder colleague, Phill Bragg, focus on bringing unique mash and distilling processes to the table. At it's core - a deep respect and celebration of America's front line defenders and first responders with every bottle sold. 

1350 Distilling presents: Wingman/Gin: United States Air Force, Guardian/Bourbon: United States Space Force, Blue Jacket/ Rum and Fleet Admirals'/Barrel Aged Rum: United States Navy, Old Blood & Guts/Vodka: United States Army, Leatherneck/Whiskey: U.S. Marine Corps, Code Four/Bourbon Whiskey: #police, Five Alarm/Cinnamon Fire Bourbon: #firefighters, Minuteman/Vodka: U.S. Colonial Militia.

The Business Digest Weekly is sponsored by: Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group, and Notes Live, featuring Boot Barn Hall, Notes Bar, and the Sunset Amphitheater. 

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