Skeptic Distillery
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Country of Origin: USA
Location: Melrose Park
People: Karl Loepke, Owner & Head Distiller
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| Skeptic Distillery (1 L) Cold Vacuum Distilled Vodka (80 proof) | Login | — | In Stock |
| Skeptic Distillery Cold Vacuum Distilled Vodka (80 proof) | Login | WE 90 | In Stock |
| Skeptic Distillery (1 L) Cold Vacuum Distilled Gin (90 proof) | Login | — | In Stock |
| Skeptic Distillery Anejo GinQuila (92 proof) | Login | — | Special Order Item |
| Skeptic Distillery Cold Vacuum Distilled Gin (90 proof) | Login | — | In Stock |
| Skeptic Distillery GinQuila (80 proof) | Login | — | Special Order Item |
“I always thought most liquor tasted harsh, needing mixers or chasers to drink. I wanted fresher, smoother-tasting spirits. As a homebrewer and craft beer enthusiast, I discovered that cold distillation could bring the variety and creativity of craft beer into the whiskey and gin world—creating entirely new, fresh-tasting spirits.” - Karl Loepke
Welcome to Skeptic Distillery, where innovation meets tradition in the heart of Melrose Park, Illinois. As a trailblazer in the Chicagoland craft distilling scene, Skeptic Distillery is redefining the future of spirits with cold vacuum distillation—a cutting-edge process that few distilleries worldwide employ. By fusing artisanal craftsmanship with advanced science, Skeptic Distillery delivers award-winning, ultra-smooth, and flavor-forward gin and vodka.
What is Cold Vacuum Distillation?
Cold vacuum distillation is a groundbreaking method that distills spirits at cool temperatures (around 50–70°F), avoiding the high heat of traditional methods. High temperatures can alter or destroy the delicate aromas and flavors of botanicals. However, in a vacuum environment, ethanol distills at room temperature, allowing these subtle, otherwise unattainable flavors to shine. This cold-temperature process preserves fruity and floral botanical aromas while eliminating sourness and bitterness. The result? Spirits that are fresh, smooth, and bursting with vibrant botanical notes.
Founder Karl Loepke built Skeptic Distillery’s state-of-the-art vacuum distillation systems. The distillery operates two advanced systems: one for gin and vodka and another for transforming beer into whiskey. These proprietary continuous-column vacuum distillation system are equipped with precision-engineered copper column packing to maximize copper contact for unparalleled purification.
Skeptic’s dedication to quality and innovation has earned them numerous accolades, solidifying their reputation as pioneers in the craft distilling industry.
All of Skeptic spirits are:
• Cold Vacuum Distilled
• Naturally Gluten Free
• Free of Artificial Additives and Sugars
