Golden Moon Colorado Mugishōchū was developed by Master Distiller Stephen Gould, after falling in love with Shōchūwhile living in Japan years ago.

​Golden Moon Colorado Mugishōchū is made from 100% two-row barley, koji, and yeast. It is fermented and distilled using traditional methods of production. Our barley is grown in Colorado and the surrounding states and malted near our distillery in Golden Colorado.  We use organic brown rice koji. Our water is Rocky Mountain Water from the Clear Creek and Montezuma watersheds. Golden Moon Colorado Mugishōchū is a unique combination of Japanese Tradition and Rocky Mountain Colorado ingredients, making it a totally unique Mugishōchū spirit.

AWARD: Gold Medal, 2021 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Our History

Golden Moon Distillery was founded by Stephen Gould and Dr. Karen Knight in early 2008, specifically to produce premium artisan whiskies, brandies, liquors, and liqueurs using the best available ingredients and made with the same type of artisan production processes utilized by distillers making premium products in the mid-to-late 1800s.

​The heart of Golden Moon Distillery is Mr. Gould’s world-class research library containing hundreds of rare books on distillation and related products and processes, some dating back to the 1500s. Most of the collection dates from the late 1700s to the early 1900s, though there are a few titles that are much older, or newer.

​Maison De La Vie currently has four antique stills at our pilot plant in Golden. Our stills date from the early to mid-1900’s.

​Golden Moon Colorado Single Malt Whiskey is distilled from 100% malted barley, grown in Colorado and the surrounding states. Our Whiskey is malted in Colorado, aged for a minimum of one year in new oak casks, and then finished in used oak casks. Golden Moon Colorado Single Malt Whiskey is a uniquely Colorado Whiskey.

AWARDS

Double Gold Medal, 2016 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Distilled from 100% malted barley, grown in Colorado and the surrounding states, and malted in Golden, Colorado. It is mashed, fermented, distilled at Golden Moon distillery, and aged in New American Oak casks. It is then bottled at 46% ABV (92 Proof). Golden Moon Principium is a uniquely Colorado Whiskey. Golden Moon Principium has a warm, sweet and malty nose characteristic. Great malt character on the palate, with a nice sweetness, caramel notes, and a spiciness on the finish.

AWARD

Gold Medal, 2019 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Our History

Golden Moon Distillery was founded by Stephen Gould and Dr. Karen Knight in early 2008, specifically to produce premium artisan whiskies, brandies, liquors, and liqueurs using the best available ingredients and made with the same type of artisan production processes utilized by distillers making premium products in the mid-to-late 1800s.

​The heart of Golden Moon Distillery is Mr. Gould’s world-class research library containing hundreds of rare books on distillation and related products and processes, some dating back to the 1500s. Most of the collection dates from the late 1700s to the early 1900s, though there are a few titles that are much older, or newer.

​Maison De La Vie currently has four antique stills at our pilot plant in Golden. Our stills date from the early to mid-1900’s.

​Golden Moon Colorado Single Malt Whiskey is distilled from 100% malted barley, grown in Colorado and the surrounding states. Our Whiskey is malted in Colorado, aged for a minimum of one year in new oak casks, and then finished in used oak casks. Golden Moon Colorado Single Malt Whiskey is a uniquely Colorado Whiskey.

AWARDS

Double Gold Medal, 2016 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Founded in 2008 in Golden, Colorado, Golden Moon Distillery, led by Stephen Gould and Karen Knight, creates handcrafted spirits and liqueurs using premium ingredients and traditional methods. They maintain a library of rare distilling books and operate four antique stills to put this knowledge into action. The distillery is eco-conscious, sourcing locally and minimizing waste. It received the Distillery of the Year award in 2019 from the American Distilling Institute and also operates a speakeasy-style cocktail lounge. Their flagship Golden Moon Gin, crafted by Stephen Gould, features locally-sourced botanicals for a unique floral aroma, perfect for sipping or mixing.

Golden Moon Triple is distilled from 100% malted barley, grown in Colorado and the surrounding states, and malted in Golden, Colorado. It is mashed, fermented, distilled at Golden Moon distillery. It is triple distilled in the Irish style and aged in New American Oak casks. It is then bottled at 46% ABV (92 proof). Golden Moon Triple is a uniquely Colorado whiskey.

​Golden Moon Triple has a warm, sweet and malty nose reminiscent of lighter Irish whiskey. Smooth, but with just a touch of heat. Sweet, malty, slight caramel & candy notes with a hint of toasted oak on the finish.

Double Gold Medal, 2021 - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

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