Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits

What Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits does

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Company is a privately held craft distillery headquartered at 1425 Kingstown Road in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. The company was founded in 2012 around a novel production method: distilling American single malt whiskey from beer, specifically using stout mash bills built on dehusked chocolate malt, roasted barley, crystal and biscuit malts, with Belgian Trappist yeast fermentation in some expressions and Oloroso sherry barrel finishing for limited releases. Its product portfolio spans American single malt whiskeys (Uprising, Battle Cry, Oloroso Finish, Uprising Bottled in Bond), a flavored whiskey line (Pumpkin Spice, Apple, Honey Chamomile, Maple), American vodka and flavored vodka variants, an American-style gin (True Born), bottled cocktails, and a sourced Barrel Selection Whiskey Series.

The company generates revenue through three primary streams: direct-to-consumer sales at its single tasting room and through a Shopify e-commerce store, wholesale to retail liquor stores across a regional (New England) footprint, and ancillary merchandise/apparel sales. Pricing is unit-based with flagship whiskeys positioned at craft premium tiers. Customer segments are persona-based and horizontal: craft whiskey enthusiasts seeking differentiated flavor profiles, cocktail consumers buying bottled martinis, and experience seekers drawn to tours, private events, and live music at the venue. The tasting room reopened in May 2021 after a COVID-related closure and now functions as the company's flagship brand and revenue hub. Distribution of full-proof spirits is constrained by state-level shipping regulations, which is why several limited/seasonal releases (e.g., Pumpkin Spice Whiskey) are tasting-room exclusives and the company has launched bottled cocktails at lower ABV as a workaround for e-commerce.

The business is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds, or parent company. Headcount is in the 11-50 range, and the company operates from a single physical site. It has accumulated over 130 international awards since 2014 across organizations including the World Whiskies Awards, International Whisky Competition, Icons of Whisky, World Beer Awards, and World Gin Awards. Charitable partnerships center on veteran-focused nonprofits (Operation Stand Down Rhode Island, Homes For Our Troops, Home Base, The Unquiet Professional), which align with the brand's patriotic/rebellious identity.

Name

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits

Legal name

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Company

Website

https://drinksol.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits is a Rhode Island craft distillery founded in 2012 that produces American single malt whiskeys, vodkas, gin, and bottled cocktails using a proprietary beer-to-whiskey distillation process, selling primarily through its South Kingstown tasting room, Shopify e-commerce, and regional wholesale distribution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Craft Distilled Spirits

NAICS

Distilleries (312140)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Spirits Distilling & Brands (CRADAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Distilleries (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAG), Premium, Rare & Collectible Alcohol Retail (Fine Wine/Spirits) (CRANAAAJ), Spirits Distillery Tours & Tastings (Whiskey, Rum, Gin, Vodka) (THAJAGAF)

Keywords

• Craft spirits distillery
• American single malt whiskey
• Beer-to-whiskey distillation
• Flavored whiskey
• Craft vodka and gin

Headquarters

HQ city

Providence

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Direct Spirit Sales: Direct sales of bottled spirits to consumers through the tasting room and online store. Products include American whiskeys, flavored whiskeys, vodka, gin, and bottled cocktails sold in various sizes.
2. E-commerce Apparel Sales: Sale of branded apparel and merchandise through the Shopify online store, including hoodies, apparel, and goods for the 'spiritually rebellious'
3. Wholesale Distribution: Distribution of spirits to retail stores and restaurants. The website references a store locator for finding products at various retailers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits is an artisan craft distillery that produces American single malt whiskeys by distilling whiskey from beer using stout mash bills, along with flavored whiskeys, vodka, gin, and ready-to-drink bottled cocktails. The company sells these spirits through a tasting room at its South Kingstown, Rhode Island distillery, an online store, and wholesale distribution to retailers.

Product overview

Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits is an artisan distillery producing a portfolio of American whiskeys, vodkas, gin, and bottled cocktails. The core offerings include Uprising and Battle Cry American single malt whiskeys, the limited edition Oloroso Finish, and Uprising Bottled in Bond. The flavored whiskey line includes seasonal Pumpkin Spice, Apple, Honey Chamomile, and Maple varieties. The vodka portfolio spans plain American Vodka plus flavored variants (Citrus, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Espresso). American Style Gin and bottled cocktails (Chocolate Espresso Martini, Salted Caramel Chai Martini) round out the spirits lineup. The Barrel Selection Series offers hand-picked sourced bourbon finished with the distillery's techniques. Products are sold through an online store and at the Rhode Island tasting room, which also hosts tours, private events, and live music.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Uprising: American Single Malt Whiskey distilled from 100% barley using stout mash bill, aged in charred American oak
• Battle Cry
• Oloroso Finish
• Uprising Bottled in Bond
• Salted Caramel Flavored Vodka
• True Born Gin

Products and services

• Uprising American Single Malt Whiskey American single malt whiskey born from 100% barley and stout's dark malts, double distilled and aged in freshly charred American oak, delivering smooth vanilla and caramel with mocha and coffee notes. Sold to individual whiskey enthusiasts.
• Battle Cry American Single Malt Whiskey Bold American single malt whiskey distilled from Belgian-style ale with rye and honey malts, fermented with Trappist yeast, double distilled and aged in American oak. Features dark fruit, baking spices, black licorice, and rye spice notes.
• Oloroso Finish American Single Malt Whiskey Limited edition American single malt whiskey finished in Oloroso sherry barrels, distilled from Belgian triple mash. Features dark fruit, toasty oak, oxidative nutty notes, and savory finish at 100 proof (50% alc/vol).
• Uprising Bottled in Bond Whiskey Single barrel expression aged 6 years and bottled at 100 proof under the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, with notes of dark chocolate and cacao. Non-chill filtered with no additives.
• Pumpkin Spice Flavored Whiskey Limited edition fall spirit made with over 500 pounds of real New England pumpkins roasted and juiced, blended with 7-year aged whiskey and fall spices. Available exclusively at the Tasting Room.
• Apple Flavored Whiskey Crisp apple cider whiskey made with real cider from Jaswell's Farm and real cinnamon, blended with 7-year Hefe-style whiskey. Features crisp, spicy fall flavor.
• Honey Chamomile Flavored Whiskey Comforting whiskey blending rich honey notes with delicate chamomile essence for a soothing, relaxing spirit.
• Maple Flavored Whiskey Bold whiskey featuring savory brown sugar and deep authentic maple syrup sweetness, expertly balanced for a non-overly-sweet profile.
• American Vodka Plain, unyielding American vodka. Chilled-filtered, utterly neutral with no scent, color, or lingering taste at 40% alc/vol.
• Citrus Flavored Vodka Light and bright vodka bursting with fresh lemon and lime citrus flavor, made with zest from actual fruit rather than extracts.
• Salted Caramel Flavored Vodka Defiant vodka crafted with salted caramel made from scratch (not purchased flavoring), delivering rich sweet salted caramel taste. Gluten free, 35% alc/vol.
• Chocolate Espresso Flavored Vodka Decadent vodka sourced with roasted cacao beans for delectable oils and cold-brewed locally roasted coffee. Rich, full-bodied elixir with chocolate and espresso notes.
• American Style Gin Double-infused American-style gin embodying bold, bright future of the States. Suitable for classic gin cocktails like Gin & Tonic or Martini.
• Chocolate Espresso Martini Bottled Cocktail Bold bottled cocktail blending rich chocolate and espresso with Chocolate Espresso Flavored Vodka. 20% alc/vol, pours 5 perfect martinis. Ready to serve.
• Salted Caramel Chai Martini Bottled Cocktail Smooth, creamy, and spiced bottled martini made with signature Salted Caramel Flavored Vodka. 20% alc/vol, pours 5 perfect martinis.
• Bourbon Whiskey with Oak Staves Handpicked Bourbon Whiskey with high rye influence finished with toasted oak staves. Well-rounded bourbon with depth of flavor, notes of toasted vanilla, caramel, spice, and dark fruit.
• Tasting Room Experience On-site tasting room at the distillery offering flights, single sips, and tours of Sons of Liberty's spirits. Open Thursday through Sunday with live music, dancing, and events.
• Private Event Hosting Private event hosting at the tasting room venue including weddings, parties, and special occasions. Bookings managed via inquiry form.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 130 international awards for whiskies, vodkas, and gin

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI)coreOthersSons of Liberty has partnered with OSDRI, an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Rhode Island's primary nonprofit resource for homeless and at-risk veterans. OSDRI offers supportive housing, case management, basic needs assistance, and employment training programs.
• The Unquiet ProfessionalminorOthersRegistered 501(c)3 charitable organization committed to recognizing and honoring Gold Star Families and Veterans by providing purposeful opportunities.
• Homes For Our Troops (HFOT)minorOthersPrivately funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans. Nearly 90 cents of every dollar goes directly to program services.
• Home BaseminorOthersNational Center of Excellence dedicated to healing invisible wounds for Veterans and Military Families through clinical care, wellness, education and research. Has served more than 15,000 Veterans and family members and trained more than 55,000 clinicians.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Westland Distillery: Seattle-based craft American single malt whiskey distillery with comparable product focus, award-winning portfolio, and tasting room experience model. Directly comparable as a craft single malt producer.
• Balcones Distilling: Texas craft distillery known for innovative American whiskey, vodka, and gin with distinctive production methods. Comparable craft, award-winning producer competing in the same premium segment.
• Corsair Distillery: Nashville-based craft distillery producing experimental whiskeys, gin, and vodka with innovative mash bills. Similar small-batch, innovation-driven positioning and tasting room distribution.
• Starlight Distillery: Indiana craft distillery producing American single malt whiskey and bourbon with on-site tasting room. Comparable craft single malt producer in similar scale and category.
• Few Spirits: Evanston, Illinois craft distillery producing small-batch whiskey, gin, and vodka with tasting room experience. Comparable craft spirits producer with similar product breadth and DTC model.
• Catoctin Creek Distillery: Virginia craft distillery producing rye whiskey and other spirits with strong tasting room and DTC presence. Comparable small craft distillery with similar go-to-market mix.
• Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey: Denver-based craft American single malt whiskey producer with tasting room experience. Closely comparable craft single malt distillery with similar brand-building approach.
• New Holland Brewing/Distilling: Michigan-based craft brewery with attached distillery producing whiskey, vodka, gin, and beer. Directly comparable combined beer-to-spirits production model with tasting room experience.
• Copper Fox Distillery: Virginia craft distillery producing experimental whiskeys with unique maturation techniques and flavored expressions. Similar craft, innovation-led positioning and tasting room model.

Broad incumbents

• WhistlePig: Vermont-based premium rye whiskey producer (now owned by Davide Campari-Milano). A larger craft-adjacent incumbent in the American whiskey space that competes for similar premium positioning and shelf space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/drinksol

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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