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Founded in 2015, Hard Truth Distilling Co. is based in Nashville, Indiana, on 325 acres of local woodlands. They craft a respectable range of premium whiskeys, rums, and cream liqueurs in unexpected flavors with time-honored, sweet mash methods. 

Sweet mash begins each batch with fresh ingredients, rather than sour mash that retains a portion of previous batches, diluting the rich flavor. The Hard Truth sweet mash process highlights all the flavors and complexities masterfully distilled into every bottle. 

With the constant need for fresh ingredients, the label values high-quality gains in their spirits. They partner with Farm Aid to support sustainable family farming in America and keep the tradition alive and thriving. Here are some of their top, must-try spirits—In stock now!

Hard Truth High Road Rye

The High Road Rye Whiskey is a small batch sweet mash rye whiskey that's smooth, easy to drink, and hits every whiskey lover's favorite notes. It's a deep copper sip that wafts apricot jam, honey, baking spices, and a hint of graham cracker on the nose with vanilla and maple on the tongue. There’s a lingering caramel finish that fades to black coffee and nougat. 

Make the High Road Highball with 2 oz. Hard Truth High Road Rye Whiskey, 1 oz. fresh-squeezed lime juice and top it off with ginger ale and a lime wheel. 

Hard Truth Sweet Mash Wheated Bourbon

The Sweet Mash Wheated Bourbon is produced in small batches of 30 or fewer barrels and produces a Tawny colored spirit. The aroma of every bottle is caramel, clove, oak, and pecan, with a taste of toffee, caramel, cherry, and sweet cream. The finish is a warm vanilla coffee, and a lingering okay flavor. 

Try it in a Mint Julep with 2 oz. Hard Truth Sweet Mash Bourbon and a ½ oz. simple syrup muddled with one mint sprig and garnished with another. 

Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye

The Sweet Mash Rye is bottled uncut and unfiltered in small, 30-barrel batches, resulting in a burnished copper appearance. It offers aromas of maple, stone fruit, and honey followed by a taste of sweet cherry, cracked black pepper, and blue leg sugar. The finish has rich cherry and vanilla notes with a warm cinnamon clove feel. 

Try it in the Sweet Mash Smash with 1 oz. Hard Truth Sweet Mash Rye Whiskey, ½ oz. fresh-squeezed lemon and ½ oz. simple syrup. Top with a 3 oz. float of Champagne and garnish with a lemon twist. 

Grab your favorite bottle today!

It’s National Moonshine Week, and we’re celebrating with a feature of the moonshine distillery that’s changing the game. Moonshine has been a staple of American ingenuity since long before the Prohibition years of 1920-1933.

Back in the day, liquor products sometimes served as a cash substitute for bartering purposes, and it’s only gotten more popular since then. Alongside the rise of bluegrass music and the tradition of passing around the family’s “apple pie jars,” moonshine became a symbol of Smoky Mountain Appalachian culture. 

Today, iconic distillers Ole Smoky carry on the traditions of moonshine distilling and spirit crafting that their ancestors began more than 100 years ago. Only, this isn’t your Grandpa’s backyard moonshine. 

The brewers behind the Gatlinburg, Tennessee, brand are making moonshine more dynamic than ever before, with a line of whiskeys, canned cocktails, and more. Check out some of the innovative products and moonshine flavors:

Ole Smoky Whiskey

Ole Smoky Peach Whiskey

Blended with fresh peach flavors, this top favorite whiskey offers a pleasing, peachy sweetness. This bottle is perfect in a glass of lemonade or sweet tea for an extra kick in your favorite drink or a straight sip of summer. 

Ole Smoky Salty Caramel Whiskey

You’re sure to savor every sip of the rich sweetness of this light-colored, liquid caramel, 60-proof whiskey that finishes with a hint of salt. Try it straight, in coffee, or over ice cream, and you’ll never go back. 

Ole Smoky Salty Watermelon

Like the perfect summer day, the Salty Watermelon Whiskey tastes like a juicy, fresh slice of watermelon and finishes with a sprinkle of saltiness—like a picnic you can drink. Try it straight or in your favorite summer punch bowl. 

Ole Smoky Blackberry Lemonade Cocktail in a Can

Ready-to-drink spirits have rapidly become a new favorite on the spirits aisle, and the flagship Blackberry Lemonade Cocktail in a Can from Ole Smoky is no exception. We all know summer and lemonade go hand-in-hand, but now you can give your summer an extra kick in the teeth with the juicy, dark berry flavors and a bright citrus finish of the Blackberry Lemonade. 

Swing by your local Georgia Crowns location and grab one or all of these favorites from Ole Smoky. 

Did you know many tequilas, even those labeled “100% agave,” can still contain additives? These can include coloring, flavoring agents, and smoothing additives designed to mimic barrel aging or enhance mouthfeel. While not necessarily harmful, true spirit lovers know that high-quality tequila doesn’t need the extras.

If you're looking to keep your cocktails clean and natural this Cinco de Mayo and all summer long, here are some of our favorite additive-free tequilas that offer nothing but pure flavor and premium craftsmanship.

Patrón: No Secret Ingredients, Just Good Tequila

Patrón’s tequilas are made with agave, water, and time—no additives necessary. The iconic flavors of their legendary tequilas are always front and center. Try your favorite 100% additive-free tequila:

Patrón Cristalino

This bottle is a sweet and smooth tequila that is delicately aged and crystal clear. Cristalino tequila is made from the finest PATRÓN Añejo but with a unique twist that comes from the wood charcoal filter. The additive-free tequila reimagines the Añejo and offers a sweet and velvety smooth spirit.

Patrón Silver

Patrón Silver is the self-styled “the gold standard of silver tequila,” and for good reason. It’s a smooth, unaged tequila with a crisp, clean, and mildly citrusy taste made from only three ingredients: 100% Weber Blue Agave, yeast, and water. That’s it!

Patrón Reposado 

This aged super-premium tequila rests in American, French, and Hungarian oak barrels to deliver an artfully roasted experience you’ll love. Enjoy hints of oak, vanilla, and a big agave flavor without any additives. 

Patrón Anejo 

You must age this tequila for 12 months to get the full-bodied and smooth flavor with strong notes of white oak and baked agave evident in every sip. It offers a rich texture with hints of spices and chocolate—the pinnacle of sophistication and satisfaction.

Why Go Additive Free? 

Choosing additive-free tequila means you’re getting a purer, more authentic product, and one that reflects traditional craftsmanship and honors the natural flavor of the agave. It's not just about what's in your glass, but what’s not in it.

Go additive-free this summer and get your premium, natural spirits ahead of Cinco de Mayo! Check the shelves at your local Georgia Crown Distributors for these and other favorites. 

‘Tis the season we celebrate mothers. The ones who can do it all for those they love most and make it seem so easy. They’re leaders, nurturers, and inspirations to us all. They deserve recognition and a moment for self-care. And we’ve got just the thing to create the perfect memory: The VieVité Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023!

Meet

This acclaimed rosé is made in the French region just outside Saint Tropez, where the vines grow and mature in the hot summer sun and cool summer evenings. An exquisite expression of traditional Provençal Rosé wines, VieVité is made by Domaine Sainte Marie from the Turquoise Life Beverage Brands and has earned the Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE, Level 3) by the French Ministry of Agriculture—One of the highest honors offered in France for organic certifications. 

Sip 

Enjoy an aroma that’s fresh and delicate, inspiring hints of red fruits like cherries and strawberries. You’ll also pick up on spices and other fruit-forward aromas, including apricot,  peach, black currant, and grape—all without losing the soft pink hue so iconic in a rosé. On the palate, the VieVité Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023 is well-structured and fruity with balanced acidity for a crisp, delicate finish.

Pair

Like most rosés, the VieVité is best served chilled and pairs well with lighter dishes like white meats, grilled vegetables, seafood, and light, creamy sauces. Try it with grilled cod or your favorite seafood stew. Rosé is the perfect picnic drink and also pairs well with fruit salad, charcuterie boards, and fresh, salty cheeses. 

Mix

Rosé cocktails are a spring spritzer pitcher's perfect Mother’s Day addition! 

Combine one bottle of VieVité Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023 with:

• 16 oz Italian soda in your favorite flavor
• 16 oz club soda, tonic water, or sparkling water

Toss in fresh fruit like lime, oranges, strawberries, and raspberries to add a little something extra or as garnish for individual glasses.

Look for VieVité Côtes de Provence Rosé 2023 at your local Georgia Crowns distributor in time for Mother’s Day!