Hosting a Spirits Tasting Party: Tips from Fort Bragg’s Top Distillery

Hosting a spirits tasting party is one of the easiest ways to turn a regular winter evening into something cozy and memorable. Around Fort Bragg, the season brings cooler temps, misty mornings, and the kind of chill that makes being indoors with friends feel extra special. As the holidays creep closer, it is a great […]
How We Craft Our Whiskey, Vodka, Gin, and Rum at Schnaubelt Distillery

We love sharing how we make our whiskey, vodka, gin, and rum, especially with people who are curious about how things are crafted by hand. Here in Fort Bragg, California, we are lucky to have the Mendocino Coast right outside our doors. It inspires everything we do and gives us access to some of the […]
Top Things to Do in Fort Bragg, CA: Why Schnaubelt Distillery Should Be on Your List

Fort Bragg, California, is one of those places that feels like a true break from the usual. In wintertime, this small coastal town takes on a quiet charm that locals know well. The chill in the air makes the ocean feel crisper, and the slower pace invites you to pause a little longer. For travelers […]
Why Huckleberry Vodka Is a Fall Favorite on the Mendocino Coast

Fall along the Mendocino Coast shifts things in the best way. The days get a little shorter, the ocean breeze carries some extra chill, and everything seems to quiet down just enough to notice the details. It’s the season when we turn to comfort flavors, something cozy, rich, maybe a little special. That’s exactly why […]
How Schnaubelt Makes Small Batch Spirits in California
See how a small batch distillery in California blends local ingredients, time, and care to craft unique spirits with flavors shaped by the Mendocino Coast.
How Schnaubelt Makes Small Batch Spirits in California

Small batch spirits feel different. Not just in taste, but in the way they’re made. Every bottle reflects a process that doesn’t rush, cut corners, or sacrifice flavor for volume. At a small batch distillery in California like ours, we stay close to the process, from fresh ingredients to the final cork. Being near the […]
From Fish to Spirits: How Noyo Harbor’s Historic Ice House Became Fort Bragg’s Premier Craft Distillery

Noyo Harbor in Fort Bragg, California, has always carried a strong sense of place. It’s more than just a working harbor or a scenic stop along Highway 1. For many locals, it’s part of their family history. Boats come and go, tides roll in and out, but some parts of the harbor stay steady, like […]