KO Distilling

05/29/2026

05/22/2026

A lot to celebrate at KO Distilling today 🎉

Not only is it our favorite day of the week - Old Fashioned Friday - but we're also raising a glass to National Craft Distillery Day & National Maritime Day.

Here's a look back at Bill and John during their Merchant Marine Academy days as we celebrate both National Maritime Day and the craft distilling journey that followed. Cheers! 🥃

Old Fashioneds this week: Classic, Baklava, & Devil's Breath 😈

05/19/2026

The raccoon has spoken: Battle Standard 142 Navy Strength Gin is worth the trip. 🦝🍸

New this year at the First Landing Cup: the Raccoon’s Pick award. 🦝🥃

Designed to recognize exceptional value and craftsmanship, this category highlights spirits that deliver an outstanding balance of quality, character and price.

After reviewing scores alongside retail value, these spirits rose to the top as this year’s Raccoon’s Pick winners:
🏆 Virginia Beach Distilling, Beach Vodka | Beach Vodka
🏆 Belmont Farm Distillery, Kopper Kettle Virginia Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Belmont Farm Distillery
🏆 KO Distilling, Battle Standard 142 Gin (Navy Strength) | KO Distilling

These bottles prove that remarkable Virginia Spirits can be both award-winning and approachable for everyday enjoyment.

Please enjoy Virginia Spirits responsibly.

05/16/2026

Raising a glass to the spirit that never goes out of style. 🥃 Happy World Whiskey Day.

05/15/2026

Friday plans: Old Fashioneds 🥃

05/14/2026

From still to bottle - Battle Standard Navy Strength Gin is lined up and ready to sail. ⚓️

05/11/2026

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Raise a glass, Virginia! The results are in for the 2026 First Landing Cup , the state’s premier competition of Virginia-made spirits. 🎉

With more than 100 entries from distilleries across the commonwealth, each spirit was evaluated by a panel of expert judges from around the country.

Without further ado, here are the 2026 Top Winners:

🏆Best in Show, Whiskey Best in Class and winner of the 2026 First Landing Cup: KO Distilling, Bare Knuckle Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey! | KO Distilling

🏅Gin Best in Class & Raccoon’s Pick for Best Value: KO Distilling, Battle Standard 142

🏅Rum Best in Class: Virago Spirits, 151 ‘High Proof’ Rum | Virago Spirits

🏅Ready To Drink Best in Class: Tarnished Truth Distilling Co., Coastal Cocktails Orange Crush | Tarnished Truth Distilling Co.

🏅Agave Spirits Best in Class: Old House Vineyards, Three Birds | Old House Vineyards

🏅Vodka Best in Class & Best New Spirit: KP Spirits, Luna Vodka | The Winery at Kindred Pointe

🏅Liqueur/Amaro Best in Class: Copper Fox Distillery, Amaro Y Arroyo | Copper Fox Distillery

These results highlight the craftsmanship, innovation and quality coming from distilleries across the Birthplace of American Spirits.

Learn more at virginiaspirits.org/first-landing-cup.

Please enjoy Virginia Spirits responsibly.

05/08/2026

It's our favorite day! Join us at KO Distilling for Old Fashioned Friday!

05/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Derby Day yesterday at KO Distilling! We had an incredible time celebrating with all of you, and our staff enjoyed every moment just as much as our guests. From the fashion to the festivities, it was truly a day to remember - and what a race it was! We appreciate everyone who came out and made the event so special. Until next year! 🏇🥃