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Distilled in LA
Dead of Night Distillery is an independent craft distillery located on the southern edge of the burgeoning Los Angeles Arts District. We aim to create high-quality and interesting spirits made from exceptional raw materials. We are not just another outsourced brand; our hand is in every process. We proudly print our distillery number (DSP-CA-20185) on every bottle to let our customers know that we are proud of what we produce. Our distillery may be small, but our spirits are big and bold.
Quality
Ingredients
We work hard to source the very best raw materials for our spirits. We strive to source as many ingredients as possible from local farmers markets. Fresh lemons and grapefruits are peeled at the peak of freshness. Rosemary, basil, and mint are used in our gin on the same day they are trimmed. We believe that using locally grown citrus and herbs adds to the beauty of our spirits.
Photo Credit: Rob Hammer Photography
Our Story
Dead of Night Distillery began far from Los Angeles, in the quiet of the desert beneath a wide sky of stars. Around a campfire, with whiskey bottles being passed and music playing softly, the conversation turned to what we would create if we had a distillery of our own. We talked about the spirits we loved, the ones we wished existed, and the kind of company we wanted to build. As the fire burned down to embers and the night stretched on, an idea began to take shape. By the time the stars started to fade, that idea had become something real. It was born, as our name suggests, in the dead of night.
What started as a dream shared among friends has grown into a working distillery in the heart of Los Angeles. Dead of Night is an independent producer focused on making small batches of spirits that capture the character of California while also pushing into new territory. We create gins, amaros, and seasonal releases that carry the flavors of our region but also reflect our curiosity and love of experimentation. Every spirit we make is crafted with intention and built to be shared around a table, a fire, or a bar.
From the beginning we knew Dead of Night would be about more than spirits alone.
Our story started in the desert, but it continues here in Los Angeles. We remain guided by the same principles that shaped that first conversation: create bold spirits, embrace experimentation, and build something that lasts.
Our Spirits
Eastsider Gin
On the palate, Eastsider Gin reveals its well-balanced and harmonious character. The juniper takes center stage, delivering a pronounced and classic gin flavor. The brightness of the citrus becomes more prominent, contributing a refreshing burst of lemon. As the flavors develop, you'll notice the presence of angelica root, which adds depth and a gentle earthiness to the overall profile. The finish is floral notes of chamomile and elderflower.
Eastsider Gin delicately balances 12 botanicals to create a subtle, smooth and easy-to-drink spirit that mixes perfectly into classic gin cocktails.
Westsider Gin
Westsider is an LA-inspired spirit. It features botanicals found in gardens on the westside of LA. This gin features jasmine, pink peppercorns, and local rosemary and citrus. We work hard to source as many ingredients locally or from farmers markets.
The nose of Westsider Gin captivates with a delightful and aromatic blend of botanicals. The dominant aroma is that of juniper, delivering a bold and resinous scent. The rosemary makes its presence known, providing a herbaceous and slightly woody note. Subtle hints of jasmine and citrus add a touch of brightness and floral elegance to the overall aroma.
On the palate, Westsider Gin offers a well-balanced and complex flavor profile. The juniper takes the lead, providing a solid foundation of traditional gin character. The rosemary comes forward with its distinct and aromatic presence, adding depth and a savory quality to the gin. The pink peppercorns contribute a gentle spiciness that enhances the overall experience. The citrus notes, derived from local sources, brighten the spirit and provide a refreshing twist.
Prickly Pear Amaro
Amaro is an Italian word for bitter, but our Amaro is a much more complex spirit than just bitter. Our Amaro features Prickly Pear, which can be found growing all over Southern California. Prickly Pear fruit gives a light, fruity, sweetness. That gives way to the Gentian root bitterness from which the spirit's name is derived. To round out the amaro, we carefully selected a blend of savory botanicals to compliment the spirits bitter sweetness.
On the palate, your Prickly Pear Amaro offers a harmonious and intriguing flavor profile. The prickly pear takes center stage, imparting its unique flavor with a delicate balance of sweetness. As the taste evolves, savory and bitter notes come into play, adding complexity and depth to the overall profile. These bitter and herbal flavors are thoughtfully layered, creating a well-rounded and enjoyable drinking experience.
Sloe Gin
Our Sloe Gin is crafted with care over three months by macerating traditional English sloe berries together with tart California blueberries in our gin. This slow process allows the fruit to fully integrate with the botanicals, creating a spirit that is both rich and complex. On the nose, it opens with vivid aromas of ripe blueberries and dark blackberries, layered with subtle herbal undertones from the gin.
The palate delivers a balanced interplay between the sweetness of the fruit and its natural tartness, supported by the gin’s botanical structure. Notes of juniper and citrus lift the berry flavors, while hints of spice and earth add depth. The finish is bright and refreshing, with lingering berry and citrus notes that invite another sip. It’s a spirit that bridges continents, rooted in English tradition yet distinctly shaped by California sun and soil, perfect for sipping neat, mixing into cocktails, or highlighting on seasonal menus.
Aquavit
The name Aquavit is derived from the latin aqua vitae, meaning water of life. Aquavit is a traditional Scandinavian liquor. Its production is similar to gin, but instead of juniper as the dominant flavor, caraway is featured.
On the palate, Dead of Night Distillery Aquavit reveals a flavorful and unique profile. The caraway takes the center stage, delivering a rich and distinctive flavor that is characteristic of traditional aquavits. The dill shines through, offering a delicate and herbaceous quality that complements the caraway. The combination of these botanicals creates a more caraway and dill forward expression, deviating from the typical anise or fennel dominance found in other aquavits.
It is best served slightly chilled or in a cocktail as an interesting replacement for gin.
Absinthe Verte
Crafted with care, this absinthe verte delicately combines the bitterness of wormwood, the sweet allure of anise and fennel, the citrusy zest of lemon balm, and the earthy notes of coriander and hyssop.
Absinthe is colloquially know as the as the green fairy. Thought to be the muse of artists and musicians in turn of the century Paris.
It’s green color comes from a post distillation maceration of lemon balm, mint, lemon grass, and lemon verbena. The chlorophyll from those plants lends its color to the spirit. As the chlorophyll breaks down the and the spirit mellows it will turn a deep amber color. That is a sign of an absinthe that uses only natural ingredients with NO FOOD COLORING.