Top 11 Georgian Spirits and Liqueurs

Last updated on October 21, 2026

Best Georgian Spirits and Liqueurs

01

House of Applejay

5.0 ·

House of Applejay is a renowned distillery specializing in the production of fine liqueurs and spirits. Located in East Ellijay, in the northern mountains of Georgia, the distillery combines European heritage with a modern American style to create unique products like "Applejay from Ellijay" – an apple liqueur that honors the region's apple-growing tradition.

In addition, House of Applejay offers a variety of vodkas and liqueurs inspired by the local mountains, such as Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka and Mt.

Wildcat Juniper Liqueur. Visitors can enjoy historic tours and tastings, immersing themselves in the rich culture of distillation and the unique flavors the distillery offers.

Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2025)
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold (2025, 2024)
02

Longleaf Distilling Co.

5.0 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2024)
03

Big Creek

5.0 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2024)
04

Four Corners

5.0 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2023)
05

Gervasi Spirits

5.0 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2024)
06

Shortbarrel

5.0 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2024, 2023)
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2023)
07

Asw Distillery

4.8 ·

ASW Distillery, founded in 2016 by co-founders Jim Chasteen and Charlie Thompson, is a prominent craft distillery located in Atlanta, Georgia. It holds the distinction of being the second legally licensed distillery in Atlanta since the end of Prohibition and is renowned for distilling the city's first single malt whiskey.

The distillery combines traditional Scottish-style double copper pot distillation with innovative Southern-style grain-in distillation, leaving the grain solids in throughout the entire production process. This unique approach has earned them the moniker "Southern Pot-Still Pioneers."

Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2023)
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Gold (2024)
08

The Gospel Whiskey

4.8 ·
Awards
IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold (2024, 2023)
09

Branch & Barrel

4.7 ·
Awards
SFWSC - San Francisco World Spirits Competition - Double Gold (2024)
10

Old Fourth

4.5 ·

Old Fourth Distillery, Atlanta's first legal distillery since 1906, has entered an exciting new phase under Shortbarrel Bourbon's ownership. Originally based in Atlanta’s Old 4th Ward, it moved to a new facility in Norcross, Georgia, in 2023 after closing in late 2022.

This new location supports full operations, including distilling, aging, and blending, while featuring a private tasting room. Known for using sustainable, regional ingredients, Old Fourth Distillery blends tradition with innovation, delivering premium spirits that highlight both brands' craftsmanship.

Awards
NYWSC - New York World Spirits Competition - Gold (2024)
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