Prohibition Gin Banner

More ad campaign teasers for our gin.   Click pic for full size.  Be sure to stop by our open house this friday from 3pm to 8pm.

Prohibition Gin Available by the end of the Month

We just started production of Prohibition Gin.  This great American gin should be available by the end of the month in limited quantities.  Check out some of the advertising artwork we are working on.

Me sure to look for Universal recording artist Mojistic in iTunes.

Join us at Our Christmas Open House

We are having an Christmas season open house at the distillery on Friday, December 18th from 3pm to 8pm.  Please feel free to stop by and sample some Indiana Vodka cocktails.  Our copper pot still will be in operation.  We will also have samples from the first batch of our yet to be released Prohibition Gin.  Of course appetizers and great company will be included.  There is no charge, we just ask that you register beforehand so we have an idea how many to plan for.  You can register by clicking here.

We hope to see you there.

Cheers!

Happy Thanksgiving

As all of us give thanks on this Thanksgiving, please remember all the hard work and effort that went into your Thanksgiving meal by America's farmers.

Our harvest crew includes my two brothers, my dad, mom, wife, sisters-in-law, son-in-law, daughter, and three nephews. We're all dressed in overalls or blue jeans, heavy jackets, and baseball caps. The family resemblance is strong, and my brothers and nephews are big guys, so the overall effect is a bit spooky. Think of a Faulkner novel, substituting rusted-out pickup trucks for mules.

For the whole article go here.

American farmers make it possible for us to make our products.  They have also fed the world.  It is estimated that a billion people would have starved to death over the last hundred years were it not for American farmers and American farming practices.  

The Gentlemen of Village Bottle Shoppe, West Lafayette, Indiana

Thanks Andy, Dave and Alan! You all were great help! As was Nate, who left before the picture was taken!

Dave was very protective of his IV!!!

Thanks Village Bottle Shop!!!!

We had a great time in West lafayette this weekend! Thanks to all of you who tried our Indiana!

Vodka

Bedrock Liquors, Dayton, IN

Indiana Vodka Recieves Indiana Artisan Designation

This week we were informed that our Indiana Vodka has been awarded the Indiana Artisan designation.  What is this, the state website describes it well:

Indiana Artisan supports entrepreneurs who create high-quality art, crafts and value-added foods in the Hoosier state. A venture of the Indiana Office of Tourism Development, the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, the Indiana Arts Commission and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture, this comprehensive program was launched in 2008 to:

• Raise awareness about the availability of locally-crafted products
• Establish a brand for Indiana-made goods
• Provide artisans, particularly those in rural areas, with access to entrepreneurial support including training and networking opportunities
• Support artisan trail and retail development
• Encourage visitation to Indiana

To date the Indiana Artisan designation as been awarded to only 122 Indiana producers, craftsmen, and artists.  Of course, we think we make some pretty good vodka, but it is always nice when our fellow Hooisers think so.  Thanks!  And as always, cheers!

IV loves DC lounge!

Thanks ladies for making us all look so beautiful for the photo shoot on Thursday! Great to see you yesterday! Special treat for all of you, thanks to Christine Hazel we have a recipe for the DC Martini! ENJOY IT! Thanks Christi!

DC Martini

2 Parts Indiana Vodka

1 part Malibu

1 part Blue Curacao

4 parts Pineapple Juice

4 parts tonic or lemonade

Mmmm Mmmm good try it!!!! Stop by the DC Lounge at 10177 Allisonville Road and let their talented stylists give you the look that makes you want to see and be seen!!!

Thanks vignetos and florida!

Sing us a Song!

Come sing us a song at Nippers in Carmel, Indiana at the corner of 116th and Rangeline, Friday the 13th starting at 9:00! We will be there handing out samples of our great vodka and you get to sing! It is a win- win!

See you there!

Gin Photo Shoot Last Night

Last night downtown club goers were treated to something unique.  A genuine Hollywood style photo shoot.  We are getting ready to release our new gin and were downtown taking some really cool photos to help promote the gin.  We will post some of the pics later for you to look at.  In the mean time much thanks to the staff at 6 Lounge and Howl at the Moon for hosting our models, photographer, and all the other support people we need to make these things work.

Cheers!

Thank you 86th Street Pub For a Spooktacular evening!

Halloween Cocktails - Part 2

Bloody Punch

2 ozs Indiana Vodka (of course)
0.5 oz Brandy or Calvados
2.5 ozs Pomegranate Juice (100% juice, cranberry will work in a pinch, but 100% please)
1 oz fresh ruby red grapefruit juice

2 ozs club soda

Combine over ice, stir well.  Scale up and put in a punch bowl for the adults on Halloween.

Heartland Distillers on Fox 59 Mornin News

This morning Fox 59 morning news interviewed distiller founder Stuart Hobson (that's me).   The interview was part of the My Indiana series highlighting Indiana businesses.  Shots of the distillery were interspersed with Stuart discussing the distillery and Indiana Vodka.  No, that clip of the really cool bar wasn't the bar at the distillery (the distillery bar looks eerily similar to a fold up coffee table :-) ).  That bar was at Peterson's Restaurant in Fishers.

For those of you who missed it.  The segment will air again on the 10 o'clock news this Sunday, October 18th.

Indiana Vodka, lights camera, action!

Stuart Hobson, Distiller and Owner of Heartland Distillers, home of Indiana Vodka, makes his television debut! Stuart will be on Indianapolis' Fox 59 tomorrow morning! Be sure to watch and get a good look at how Indiana Vodka is made!

Indiana Vodka, lights camera, action!

Wayne loves Indiana!!

So glad to have you and your family as new "hoosiers"

Mike Gant loved his first shot of Indiana Vodka!

Ditital City Raves about Indiana Vodka

When it comes down to distinctive flavor and quality, Indiana Vodka has other brands beat. Not only does it taste fantastic by itself or in cocktails, it also won't facilitate an unpleasant burn in your throat.

We agree.  Of course.  Thanks for the nice words.

Cheers!

Vodka made in Indiana is getting buzz - Related Stories - National Restaurant Association SmartBrief

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Indiana Vodka Featured in Lafayette Courier & Journal

Big Week!

We will be at Brandywine liquors for a tasting on October 8th starting at 7 and then on to The Blue Crew Sports Grill for fun on October 9th starting around 3~ Hope to see you all there! Of course, as always, samples of Indiana Vodka for everyone!

Brandon One of the Crew at the Blue Crew Sports Grill

Thanks Brandon!

Blue Crew's Karen!

So glad we were able to meet you Karen! Happy that you liked Indiana's own Vodka!

Great time at Peterson's

Great tasting at Peterson's in Indianapolis tonight! Thanks to everyone there and a special thank you to the great crew, Kim, Renee and Rich for all the help and hard work!

Halloween Cocktails - Part 1

We've been getting a lot of inquiries regarding Halloween cocktails.   What a great night for cocktails.  Whether you are dressed up in your favorite costume attending an adult party or hanging out with the neighbors and handing out treats to the kids, Halloween is tailor made for cocktails.

We will begin this series with a simple cocktail.   We call it the Halloween Orange Crush.  This cocktail is easy to make in large quantities.

1 part Indiana Vodka
1 part triple sec (or for a twist, Grand Marnier)
4 parts Orange Crush brand soda.

Combine ingredients and serve over ice.  Garnish with some orange peel or candy corns on a toothpick if you wish.

If you want to get fancy, pour the combined ingredients into a punch bowl and add some scoops of vanilla ice cream instead of ice.

Cheers!

lisa Spaulding at Indianapolis Best and Brightest Reception

Lisa Spaulding loved our Indiana Vodka at the Best and Brightest of Indianapolis reception on Wednesday night! Nice to meet you Lisa! You are a star!!!!

The Best and Brightest!

Kelly Hartman and Tasia Cowan did a great job with the reception and awards for the best and brightest of Indianapolis on Wednesday night. The event was held at the Junior Achievement Center. They took time out to sample our Indiana Vodka and enjoyed it! Also a big shout out to Lisa and Kendall who loved the vodka also

Indiana Vodka at the Schmooza Palooza

We were pouring samples last night at the Indy Chamber of Commerce's Schmooza Palooza. What a great time. This annual event that is part party and part trade show is held on the floor of Conseco Fieldhouse. In addition to pouring samples at our booth, Indiana Vodka was at all the bar locations. Thanks to the Conseco staff for making it such a success.

Also, thanks to everyone who stopped by and chatted about Indiana Vodka.

Wine and Spirits Expo

Join us on Thursday Night for Indy's Whisky and Fine Spirits Expo. 5-6 for VIP ticket holders and 6:30-9:00 for general admission. Come by taste our fabulous Indiana Vodka and try our concoction of the evening! It promises to be tasty!!!!

A wee bit of the Irish!

We had a great time last night at the "halfway to St. Patrick's Day Fest" at the city Market in Downtown Indianapolis. The band Mother Grove rocked and we had lots of takers on our Indiana Vodka Shamrock Martini! Mmmmmm very good and very smooth! Special thanks to Stevi and Jim for asking to us participate! Beautiful night and great people!

Next up! Indiana Vodka will be at the Montage at Allison pointe here in Indianapolis for "Indy's Whisky and Fine Spirits Expo" Please stop by and have a taste we love meeting new people and of course seeing familiar faces! See you there!

Homemade Tonic Water for your Indiana Vodka & Tonic

My fellow distiller and friend Jonathan Forester has an interesting recipe for tonic water. We tried this last weekend and it is frankly awesome. Vodka & Tonic never tasted so good. Here is the recipe

Ingredients:
32 oz water
7 whole, crushed, Key Limes weighing 120 grams, just over 4 fluid ozs, juice and rinds separated. (if you can't find key limes, use regular limes and squeeze out 4 ozs.)
1/2 tsp or 2 grams powdered Star Anise
3 tsp or 6 grams ground Sumac Berries
1/2 tsp Vietnamese Cassia
1/2 tsp Ceylon Cinnamon
1/4 tsp clove
1/4 cup or 50 grams Citric Acid (sometimes called Sour salt)
1 tsp or 8 grams kosher Salt
1/4 cup or 22 grams (about 1 oz) chopped Cinchona Bark (Quinine bark)

2.5 cups cane sugar (if you use caster sugar adjust down appropriately)

Put all the ingredients except the Key Lime rinds and the sugar in a sauce pan and bring it to boil, then simmer 20 minutes. Next add the limes rinds and simmer 20 more minutes. Then filter the liquid hot through double coffee filters, twice. This makes approximately 16 ozs of liquid. Finally, add the cane sugar to the hot liquid in a closed jar, which should top off at just under 32 ozs and shake to dissolve the sugar.

Add this syrup to your Indiana Vodka 1 part syrup to 2 parts Indiana Vodka and stir to combine. Then add 2 parts club soda and ice. Garnish with some extra key lime wedges.

If you have access to a soda siphon, then you can add the syrup to water to make your own tonic water (1 part syrup to 2 parts water, or to taste).

Okay, so you are asking yourself where you can get Quinine Bark. Well, here, or Google it. Just make sure you use the actual herb and don't buy capsules or powder.

Cheers!

Indiana Vodka and Blueberries

We just noticed this great post about making a blueberry infusion with Indiana Vodka. Okay, it's a little late for Indiana blueberries, but it's still a great recipe. We'd also suggest for a twist, using local Indiana blueberry honey instead of sugar. We suggest Laney Honey from New Liberty, Indiana.

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Tasting at Kahn's Tonight 4 to 7pm

We will be tasting Indiana Vodka tonight at Kahn's on Keystone Avenue from 4pm to 7pm. Come meet the latest addition to the Indiana Vodka team Shannon Collins as well as distiller Stuart Hobson.

Indiana Vodka on Indy.com

Thank you indy.com.

Indiana Vodka in the Muncie Starpress

The Muncie Starpress published an article about Indiana Vodka. (sorry link is now dead)

Indiana Vodka makes the Indianapolis Star

Great article in the Indianapolis Star on Wednesday about Indiana Vodka and Heartland Distillers. (sorry link is now dead)

Join us at Vine & Table's Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival

Join us on Thursday, September 24th for Vine & Table's Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival. This event is being held at the Montage at Allison Point from 6:30 to 9:00pm.

This event is sure to be big and lots of fun. We will be tasting Indiana Vodka and serving an exciting cocktail. We will also be sampling test batches of our new gin.

There will be a silent auction benefiting breast cancer research as well as an extensive buffet. Our friends from North Shore Distillery will be in town for the event. There will be dozens of single male scotch makers represented. Add in absinthe, tequila, liqueurs, and other whiskeys and this event is sure to be fun.

Tickets are $50 ($35 for designated drivers) and must be purchased ahead of time at Vine & Table or online at www.vineandtable.com.

Taste of Indiana - Dig IN

We attended the kick off dinner last night for the 2010 Taste of Indiana. Some of the best chefs from Indiana collaborated to serve a meal using ingredients produced in Indiana. What a meal! Indiana may be part of the breadbasket of the nation, but we also produce top quality vegetables, meats, wines, beers, and of course spirits. Did we mentioned that Indiana Vodka was served?

Well, keep an eye out for news regarding the new Taste of Indiana in 2010. Look for the new Dig IN logo. It will be the can't miss event of the summer and we'll be there with your favorite cocktails.

Indiana Vodka at Kilroys Sports

Join us for freebies and good times at Kilroys in Bloomington.

UPDATE: We had a wonderful evening tonight handing out samples of Indiana Vodka. Kilroys Sports has expanded and opened up a new outdoor area that is fantastic. As always at Kilroys there was a great college crowd and plenty of fun.

Farm Bloomington Supports Indiana Vodka

Great drinks and great food at this Bloomington hotspot. Chef Daniel Orr's menu emphasizes local ingredients (we like that) and fantastic creations. Of course, we like the upstairs bar as well as the Root Cellar where you can catch local musical talent most nights.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, entertainment, and a market too!

Distilling again today

We are distilling again today. Finishing up some more vodka.

Distillation Day

Distilling Indiana Vodka today. Also working on some gin.

What was the cocktail we served Saturday night?

Want to know the cocktail we served Saturday night at the Southern Indiana Beer, Wine, and Spirits Festival? Here it is:

2 parts Acai Berry juice
1 part Mango puree
1 part Indiana Vodka

Combine with ice, shake, and strain into a cocktail glass.

Repeat as needed.

We visited with Bill Oliver of Oliver Wines Last Night

If you've lived in Indiana and never heard of Oliver Wines, well then you must not drink. For you abstainers (why are you on this blog?) you can ignore the rest of this. Now turning to those of you who are left.

The Oliver story is by now pretty well known. Many years ago Bill Oliver's father, Bill senior, started a little winery outside of Bloomington. Bill was a pioneer in the Indiana wine scene and utilizing his skills as a law professor at IU changed for the better Indiana wine laws.

The younger Oliver took over from this father many years ago and has built Oliver wines into the largest winery in the state. Oliver now produces the number one brand sold in Indiana.

Most Oliver wines are on the sweeter and lighter side. However, last night we tried many different wines from the Creekbend line. The Creekbend wines are all made from locally grown grapes from the Creekbend Vineyard property.

These wines were fantastic. We tried the Chardonel (a chardonnay hybrid), the Catawba, the Pinot Grigio, Chambourcin Rose, the Cabernet Sauvignon, the ice wine, and the Chambourcin dessert port. Every single one was fantastic.

The Cab, Chardonel, and rose were dry, full bodied and full of flavor. The Catawba was not your grandmother's catawba, but was elegant, crisp, and ripe. I would stack the Chambourcin dessert wine right up with any good Port. Their ice wine was quite simply the best ice wine I've had in years.

The Creekbend line is available in some resturants and of course at the winery. Make sure you pick up a couple of bottles. Remember the Creekbend name, these wines are going to broaden the ways people think of Indiana wines.

Of course don't forget your Indiana Vodka. For a twist, try one part Indiana Vodka, one part Creekbend Vidal Blanc Ice Wine, one part pureed Indiana peaches. Shake with ice, strain, and garnish with a thin slice of peach and a sprig of mint.

Cheers!

Festival setup.

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Heartland Distillers to Provide Official Cocktail to Heartland Film Festival

The Heartland Film Festival is one of the premire film festivals in the world. This year we have teamed up with the film festival to present a signature cocktail. Our Indiana Vodka based cocktail (of course) will feature the bounty of Indiana farms. We are creating this cocktail with one of Indy's star chefs. Sorry, but the details of this cocktail are a surprise and will be unveiled at the Crystal Awards Banquet this October 17th.

Check out the festival at www.heartlandfilmfestival.org

Southern Indiana Beer, Wine, & Spirits Festival

We will be handing out cocktails at the Southern Indiana Beer, Wine, and Spirits Festival in Evansville, Indiana this Saturday, August 15th. If you are in the area, come join us and help raise some money for a good cause.

Tickets are $30 at the door and cover the cost of drinks and entertainment. The event is from 6pm to 10pm and is at the SWIRCA Ivy Room, 16 W. Virginia Street, Evansville, Indiana

Thanks To All Our New Downtown Clients

We've been visiting a lot of new customers in downtown Indianapolis this week. I'm always amazed at the quantity and variety of downtown clubs, pubs, restaurants, and hotels our capitol city has to offer. Thank you to all the managers, bartenders, chefs, and servers who took time out of their busy days to talk about Indiana Vodka (and to try a little!).

Cheers!

Distillation Day Today

Another day distilling some Indiana Vodka!

Cheers!

Indiana Vodka in Examiner.com

Bill Dowd the"National Drinks Examiner" for Examiner.com comments on Indiana Vodka

The story goes that Stuart Hobson visited a craft distillery while traveling through northern Michigan two years ago and was inspired to get into the business himself.

Indiana Vodka makes the Indianapolis Business Journal

Indiana Vodka and Heartland Distillers were profiled in the Indianapolis Business Journal this week.

We had a great day tasting Indiana Vodka at Payless Liquors in Carmel. If you are in the area, be sure to check out this great new location.

Thank you Terre Haute

We recently found this quote on the web about Indiana Vodka.

There was a tasting down at Bourbon and Canal today in Terre Haute, and this has been the smoothest vodka I have ever tasted. It has no nasty, rubbing alcohol odor to it, and it goes down smooth with a sweet aftertaste since it's main grain is sweet corn. If you feel like splurging $24 a bottle, I would get it. However, I wouldn't get it for parties. I would get it if you feel like spoiling yourself a little while making a nice, hearty dinner.

We agree. Except we think Indiana Vodka is perfect for parties too! Natch.

Cheers!

Indiana Vodka Discussed on Blog

One of the many things we found at the National Restaurant Association show awhile back in Chicago was the number of food blog writers roaming the place. These independent writers know their material. Thanks to all the bloggers we talked to at the show. Here we are discussed on the blog Blue Kitchen. Obviously this blogger knows vodka!

as smooth as any big name, premium bottle service vodka you’d care to overpay for in some exclusive club.

Thanks to Blue Kitchen.

Cheers!

House Party with Indiana Vodka and Her Energy Drink

Last Friday Heartland Distillers partnered with Her Energy Drink and Target Chip Ganassi Racing to do a benefit for Suzan G. Komen for the Cure. The even was held at the Mavris Center downtown and was attended by hundreds of race fans and celebrities.

The featured drink for the the night--the HoosHer. Indiana Vodka and Her Energy drink, of course!

If you would like to find out more information about Suzan G. Komen for the Cure click here.

Tasting this Friday at Payless Liquors in Carmel

We will be tasting again this Friday at the Payless Liquors in Carmel. Come on out and try some Indiana Vodka. While you are there, be sure to check out this brand new store.

Cheers!

The carbon police aren't going to get my vodka!

"Alcoholic drinks are another significant contributory factor, with the growing and processing of crops such as hops and malt into beer and whisky helping to generate 1.5% of the nation’s greenhouse gases."

Now we have to watch what we eat and drink to reduce carbon emissions. This is madness!

Tasting at Vintage Spirits

Tastings this Memorial Day weekend

We have three Indiana Vodka tastings scheduled this weekend. This Friday we will be at Kahn's Fine Wines from 4 until 7pm. Saturday we will be at Vine & Table from 11am till 3pm and at Vintage Spirits from 3:15pm until 6:15pm.

Cheers!

NRA Day 2

Our display at the National Restaurant Show. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth. We had visitors from as far away as New Zealand.

National Restaurant Association

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National Restaurant Association

National Restaurant Association trade show 2009.

Live Blogging the National Restaurant Show

Check in with us Saturday through Monday night as we live blog at the National Restaurant Show in Chicago.

Our Tasting at Fishers Liquors

Tasting at Fishers Liquors.

Sent from Stuart's iPhone.

Tasting this Friday at Fishers Liquors

Join us this friday from 5pm to 7pm at Fishers Liquors, 7351 East 116th Street, Fishers, IN for an Indiana Vodka tasting.

We Changed Blog Addresses

Welcome to our new blog site. In an attempt to upgrade our blog and related posts we have changed blogging hosts and partnered with Blogger. You can still access our old blog and new blog on the website or go directly to the the new blog at heartlanddistillers.blogspot.com. We hope you enjoy the new format and enhanced features.