With only one day left in voting (closes at midnight) and a very close race between Chris & Travis, we thought it was long over due to talk about our sponsors. Please check out their products and sites. A number of them were featured in the contest this year. Michigan makes some amazing spirits.<\/p>\n

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Sponsor:\u00a0Black Star Farms<\/a><\/p>\n

Summary:\u00a0A unique agricultural destination that features two winery production facilities with adjacent tasting rooms, a distillery, an Inn, and an equestrian facility. Our winery and distillery produce some of the most sought after and awarded\u00a0Michigan wines<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0spirits<\/a>. Our luxurious\u00a0Inn<\/a>\u00a0is the perfect place to host\u00a0private special events<\/a>\u00a0including weddings, corporate retreats, and family celebrations. Enjoy\u00a0culinary offerings including\u00a0dinners<\/a>\u00a0at the Inn or wood-fired pizzas at the\u00a0Hearth & Vine cafe<\/a>\u00a0both located\u00a0on our\u00a0Suttons Bay site.<\/p>\n

Spirits: The group makes a number of fruit spirits including; Pear, Apple, Cherry, Pear, Apricot, Plum & Grappa. They donated a number of free passes for their tasting room.<\/p>\n

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Sponsor: Civilized Spirits (Northern\u00a0United\u00a0Brewery Co.)<\/a><\/p>\n

Summary:\u00a0Civilized Spirits \u2014 a family of liquors created for the woodland gentleman of yore; the sort of man who cut wood for a living and wrestled grizzlies for fun,\u00a0but still found time to wax his mustache and comb some pomade through\u00a0his hair. Although the grizzlies may be gone, the dedication and appreciation of artisanal spirits lives on in every Civilized Spirit we hand-bottle.<\/p>\n

Spirits: The brewery makes a number of fine beers along with Vodka, Whiskey, Rum & Gin. They’ve donated a bunch of goodies for the prize package.<\/p>\n

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Sponsorship: Journeyman Distillery<\/a><\/p>\n

Summary:\u00a0Journeyman is excited to offer handcrafted artisan spirits with a focus on whiskey. Our products are unique because we\u2019re dedicated to producing something that takes time and pure ingredients. While whiskey is what we originally fell in love with, all of our products have a special place in our heart. Variety and quality are what motivate us. We\u2019re excited about this adventure of the spirit; we hope you are, too. We hope you\u2019ll give all of our products a try.<\/p>\n

Spirits: Journeyman also offers a full range of spirits; Vodka, Gin, Whiskey, Rye and Rum with a bunch of new whiskey’s soon to debut. They have provided some swag and other surprises for the prize package.<\/p>\n

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Sponsor: Valentine Distilling Co<\/a><\/p>\n

Summary:\u00a0Inspired by this rebellious swagger, Valentine Vodka Founder and Master Distiller Rifino Valentine decided to take a stand against mass-produced vodkas by using old world techniques and equipment to create a hand-distilled vodka with a proprietary multi-grain blend. This defiant approach has won awards at international competitions for its special taste and smooth drinkability.<\/p>\n

Spirits: Valentine offers both vodkas and gin including special vodka flavors such as White Blossom. They have provided some swag and goodies for the prize package.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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