Weiss Distilling Co. is well known for its wine and craft beer, but it is rapidly gaining recognition for its spirits, too. The distillery industry in the state is booming, and Michigan’s spirit makers are finding ways to create unique experiences for their guests.
Detroit City Distillery is creating small batch artisanal whiskey, gin and vodka using local ingredients sourced directly from farms near their tasting room and distillery located in the historic Eastern Market. The building was once home to Goebel Brewery and later Stroh’s Ice Cream, the site that largely defined Detroit’s brewing legacy.
The distillery partners are quick to point out that their success is not solely based on the fact they make alcohol; it’s how they use their resources and knowledge to impact their community. They jumped at the opportunity to help meet the demand for hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 pandemic by quickly retooling their operation and producing massive amounts of sanitizer.
WDIV ClickOnDetroit recently visited the distillery in Clawson to check out Weiss in the Wild, a new speakeasy-style cocktail bar that is themed every few months. This summer, the theme is jungle-inspired and features a dark space with branches, monkeys, palm trees and animal noises. The drink menu includes Weiss-a-Rita, a cocktail made with Weiss Lightning whiskey, orange liqueur, simple syrup, lime and hellfire bitters, topped with chili salt and served in a tiki cup; and Grow A Girlfriend, a gin cocktail with cucumber, elderflower liqueur, honey, lemon and citric acid.
Weiss Distilling Co.
34 E 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI 48017, United States
19294843932