Maui Brewing CompanyĪ little Bikini Blonde anyone? - Photo courtesy of Maui Brewing Company After studying cane sugar alcohol in the Caribbean, Flintstone returned to Hawaii and Island Distillers became a reality.Ī hidden, albeit bright turquoise, gem tucked behind looming Koko Head Crater on Oahu, Island Distillers features a full tasting room, in addition to their distilling complex, where guests can sample their trademark vodkas – coconut, hibiscus and Hawaiian chili pepper. If Hawaii had a taste, it might be this coconut vodka - Photo courtesy of Kait Hansonĭave Flintstone believed that tropically-inspired beverages could be made in the Hawaiian Islands, thanks to an abundance of natural resources and a temperate climate. Don’t leave without grabbing a taste of Pussy Grabs Back, a citrusy blend whose proceeds benefit Pink Boots Society, a non-profit which supports women working in the brewing profession. This open-air brewery with communal seating in the Kaka'ako neighborhood of Oahu features over 14 brews on tap ranging from a rich South Shore stout to a Belgian-style Pia Mahi ‘Ai Honey Citrus saison. When Geoff and Charmayne Seideman decided to open a brewery, they knew they wanted to create a neighborhood brewpub where locally sourced ingredients were fused with unique imported ingredients, and they wanted to make sure the barrel-aging process was used. You can't go wrong with anything in this stack - Photo courtesy of Honolulu Beerworks While enjoying this sun-soaked destination, consider dropping in at one of these ten breweries and distilleries in Hawaii for tours, samples and a true taste of the islands. Hawaii might be well-known for beautiful beaches, big waves and Mai Tais, but the unsung hero of the islands is the network of breweries and distilleries cropping up across the 50th state.įrom the first Hawaiian craft brewery to Hawaii’s first canned cocktail, the makers behind these tropical libations agree – sourcing locally when possible is what makes their products so unique.

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