Spirit Hound Distillers Rocky Mountain Gin, Colorado

Juniper, bright citrus, mountain herbs, and delicate spice open with vivid aromatic freshness. Spirit Hound Distillers Rocky Mountain Gin, Colorado reflects the character of its Rocky Mountain home, combining traditional gin botanicals with a distinctly Colorado sense of place. Crafted by one of the state's most respected independent distilleries, it captures a balance of classic structure, regional inspiration, and small-batch attention to detail.

Product Details:

• Producer: Spirit Hound Distillers
• Owner: Matt Rooney
• Distiller: Craig Engelhorn
• Spirit Type: Gin
• Botanicals: Juniper-forward recipe with citrus, herbal, and spice botanicals
• Production: Small-batch distillation

Sensory Description:

The nose opens with fresh juniper, lemon peel, and hints of pine and wild herbs. On the palate, bright citrus and botanical complexity are framed by classic gin structure, with subtle floral notes and gentle spice adding depth. A clean mountain-fresh character carries through the mid-palate, while the finish remains crisp, dry, and refreshing with lingering juniper and herbal lift.

Producer’s Background:

Founded in Lyons, Colorado, Spirit Hound Distillers has become one of the state's most respected craft spirits producers. The distillery is known for its hands-on approach, small-batch production methods, and commitment to showcasing Colorado's unique environment through its spirits. Local and national recognition has helped establish Spirit Hound as a leader in Colorado's craft distilling movement, with recent press highlighting the distillery as one of the state's most-awarded producers. Head distiller Craig Engelhorn has noted that Colorado's altitude, dry climate, and agricultural resources contribute distinctive qualities to the spirits produced there, reinforcing the distillery's connection to its Rocky Mountain home.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled in a stemmed gin glass or classic cocktail coupe to highlight the gin's aromatic complexity. Enjoy neat, over ice, or with premium tonic and a citrus garnish. It pairs particularly well with smoked trout, fresh oysters, charcuterie, goat cheese, herb-forward dishes, and contemporary mountain cuisine.