In the Media: Valentia in The Colorado Sun

Even in the 21st century, well-known men in the distilling industry have said that women don’t belong behind the bar after 3 p.m. We think this article shows why that’s patently wrong.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonDecember 3, 20192019

In the Media: Colorado Biz

A Colorado Biz Q&A with Karen on social responsibility, and what it takes to run a company that provides for its employees and becomes a certified B Corp.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonDecember 2, 20192019

In the Media: Affordability Meets Sustainability

Karen and Brice’s new home—a work in progress expected to finish this summer—gets featured for the sustainability practices used to build it.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonNovember 26, 20192019

Employee Spotlight: Graham Barr

Our owner Karen Hoskin has described Graham Barr a sort of gentle giant… Tall but never imposing, just quietly getting his work done. Meet Graham!

Employee SpotlightAlissa JohnsonNovember 21, 2019

Women's Cocktail Collective

These two cocktails celebrate the Women’s Cocktail Collective, a collaboration out to raise the voices of women in the alcohol beverage industry.

Mixology and RecipesAlissa JohnsonNovember 21, 2019Women in Rum, Cocktail Recipes

In the Media: The Colorado Sun

The Colorado Sun chronicles the rise of B Corps in Colorado, including Montanya Distillers. The author talks about our commitment to sustainability and our new release Valentia.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonNovember 21, 20192019

A New Limited Release: Valentia

Over four years ago, Montanya distiller Renee Newton distilled some beautiful rum at our home base in Crested Butte. It has been aging ever since, and a few months ago, we transferred it to finish in Catoctin Creek Rye barrels (distilled by Becky Harris) to finish. The result is a single barrel, double maturation rum that we can’t wait to share.

About MontanyaAlissa JohnsonNovember 16, 2019New at Montanya, Montanya Rums

Bartender Feature: The Horsefeather Mobile Bar

One of the bartenders behind the Horsefeather Mobile Bar got her start at Montanya. So fun to introduce this great new bartending service to you!

Mixology and RecipesAlissa JohnsonNovember 12, 2019Bartender Series, Montanya Rums

Make Your Own Vanilla Rum (It's So Easy)

Making your own vanilla rum is easy—we do it all the time in the Tasting Room for cocktails like the White Room. Here’s how to do it at home.

Mixology and RecipesAlissa JohnsonNovember 7, 2019Montanya Rums, Cocktail

In the Media: Lush Life Podcast

Susan Schwartz interviews Karen on Lush Life podcast, getting Karen to share some little known stories leading up to the creation of Montanya Distillers.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonNovember 5, 20192019

The Magic and Mystery of Barrels

Much of the flavor in rum (and other spirits) actually develops during the aging process. The spirits interact with the wood, which in turn lends many of its characteristics to the final product. Here’s a peek at the process.

About RumAlissa JohnsonOctober 31, 2019Rum 101, Montanya Rums

In the Media: Modern Farmer

Modern Farmer features Montanya Founder and Owner Karen Hoskin, including her passion for rum and the company’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonOctober 29, 20192019, Karen Hoskin, Sustainability

Bartender Feature: El Moro Tavern

El Moro Tavern serves a Karen Hoskin-approved cocktail that honors the roots of Montanya Exclusiva and features the rum in its bar program.

Mixology and RecipesAlissa JohnsonOctober 24, 2019Bartender Series, Rum on the Road

In the Media: Obstacles to Growth

Two publications highlight Montanya founder and owner Karen Hoskin and the challenges that women business owners face in the beverage alcohol business.

In the MediaAlissa JohnsonOctober 23, 20192019, Karen Hoskin