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The Power of Female Mentoring
In this blog post we celebrate the importance of mentorship in helping women advance in the world of craft distilling.
Speaking Up for Change
At Montanya, we’re ready for radical change. Read our founder’s statement on the protests and outrage developing in response to George Floyd’s death.
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 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.
Rum on the Road: New Orleans
Rum festival in New Orleans? Yes please. Here are a few of Montanya Founder and Owner Karen Hoskin’s top picks for a trip to NOLA.
In the Media: Cocktail Wonk
Cocktail Wonk Matt Pietrek sat down with Montanya Founder and Owner Karen Hoskin before the 2019 California Rum Fest, and they took a deep dive into all things rum.
In the Media: Wonder Woman in Business (Podcast and Article)
The Wonder Women in Business Podcast interviewed Karen about her journey growing Montanya Distillers over the last 11 years.
In the Media: Empowering Female Bartenders
Founder and owner Karen Hoskin weighs in on the important topic of empowering female bartenders in this article from the restaurant blog, Toast. A fascinating and important read.
Ask the Founder: The Continuum of Rum Part II
Founder Karen Hoskin weighs in on some of the current debates within the world of premium rum, including the debate over sweetened versus unsweetened rum and what she loves best about the category of spirits. Part 2 of 2.
Ask the Founder: The Continuum of Rum Part I
Founder Karen Hoskin weighs in on some of the current debates within the world of premium rum, including the “best makers” of rum and the best ways to learn more about rum. Part 1 of 2.
Rum on the Road: Glenwood Springs, CO
Montanya Distillers makes its home at the end of the road in a mountain town, but the remote location doesn’t keep owner and CEO Karen Hoskin from exploring the world. Her pursuit of quality spirits takes her from hidden gems in the Colorado Rockies to the busy streets of San Francisco and Miami. In this blog series, we share some of Karen’s best finds. Next up: Glenwood Springs, CO.
Rum on the Road: Hayes Valley, CA
Montanya Distillers makes its home at the end of the road in a mountain town, but the remote location doesn’t keep owner and CEO Karen Hoskin and her family from exploring the world. Her pursuit of quality spirits takes her from hidden gems in the Colorado Rockies to the busy streets of San Francisco and Miami. In this new blog series, we share some of Karen’s best finds. Next up: Hayes Valley, SF.
Shaking Up the Craft Spirits World, The Women's Distillery Guild Advocates for Gender Diversity and Advancement
When Karen Hoskin, owner of Montanya Distillersand a founding member of Ladies of American Distilling (LOAD), took over as interim leader of the organization in February, one of the first things she did was change the name to The Women’s Distillery Guild (WGD).