Montanya Blog
Obsessively Crafted High Mountain Rum.
Best for the World Honoree
Montanya was recognized as a 2021 Best for the World Company because of our environmentally sustainable business practices.
In the Media: The Morning Advertiser
Word is spreading in the UK that Montanya Rum is in town. Check out this new product round-up!
In the Media: Craft Spirits Magazine
Montanya is featured in two articles in this issue of Craft Spirits Magazine, one on sustainability and one on expanding beyond your home market.
In the Media: Forbes
Forbes interviewed Karen on how to make the alcohol industry less of a boys club.
In the Media: 25 Colorado Spirits to Drink in 2021
We love a good “must try” list and it’s fun to see Montanya Valentia on this one.
In the Media: Meet Renee “Crash” Newton
The Crested Butte News ran a feature story about our very own Head Distiller, Renee Newton!
In the Media: Glitter Rebel
Montanya Distillers makes the grade on this list of best restaurants in Crested Butte, Colorado.
Distribution Updates
The latest distribution updates for Montanya Rum, including where to purchase online and states where distribution is expanding.
In the Media: 9 News
It’s been no easy task to staff the Tasting Room this summer. This segment from 9News covers the trend and includes an appearance by our founder and owner Karen Hoskin.
Diversity in the Workplace
A look at a JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) ad series we sponsored to spread the word about the value of diversity in the workplace.
6 Classic Cocktails
Six basic cocktail recipes that are simple to make and sure to delight your tastebuds.
In the Media: Morning Lazziness
This Q&A is part of a series highlighting strong women leaders in business. Worth a read!
Employee Spotlight: Nontobeko Mbokwana-Tilton
Love brought our Head Chef to Crested Butte and she stays for the amazing friendships. We’re glad she’s made Montanya part of her family!
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.
In the Media: bon appétit
It’s an honor to make bon appétit’s list of better-for-the-earth booze. We work hard every day to look out for the planet and minimize our impact.
Pets Behind the People: Part III
In the final installment of Pets Behind the People, we ask the all important question: why have just one dog?
In the Media: Boiling Point Podcast
Another great interview with Karen, available by podcast or YouTube!
Top 5 Spicy Rum Cocktail Recipes
The top five spicy rum cocktails from the Montanya Distillers Tasting Room. We think the Scoville scale is the spice of life!
Sustainability in Action: Managing Bio-Waste
Science that feels like magic—here’s a peak at how we use a biodigester to manage bio-waste from the bar and restaurant.
In the Media: 12 Great Colorado Distilleries
A list of Colorado distilleries adding premium, locally-made spirits to the even longer list of reasons why Colorado is such a great state for us to call home.