January 2024 was the beginning of a new year and a new chapter in Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery history – the development of Clover Hill Spirits and the expansion of our product line.
For years, Clover Hill Winery has been making port wines, but the high-proof alcohol used in the ports was produced off site. As the popularity of our port wines grew, so did the desire to do our own in-house distillation.
At the end of 2023, we purchased a custom-crafted diamond head still from Kentucky which allows us to produce vodka, brandy, gin and more! The ‘original’ winery production area and tasting room at the top of the hill in Breinigsville now has been repurposed as the distillery. Winemaker John Skrip III also is the head distiller of Clover Hill Spirits.
Clover Hill Spirits bottles will be sold at all four Clover Hill locations. We also serve a monthly seasonal cocktail at all locations.
We are thankful for your continued support of Clover Hill and we hope you find our expanded product line pleasing to your palate. Cheers!
VODKA
Our Vodka is an 80 proof (40% alcohol) vodka distilled from corn. It is very neutral in flavor and was distilled to 192 proof before being proofed down to 80 bottle strength. The water used was from the limestone soils of Breinigsville, PA and was charcoal filtered before bottling. It is clear, tasteless, has a very silky mouthfeel and a very smooth finish.
Vodka can be consumed straight, over ice, as a shot or through the most popular option in a cocktail such as a Martini, Moscow Mule, Cape Cod, or Bloody Mary.
Vodka can be consumed straight, over ice, as a shot or through the most popular option in a cocktail such as a Martini, Moscow Mule, Cape Cod, or Bloody Mary.
WHITE BRANDY
Our White Brandy is made entirely from Clover Hill grapes and wine. It has been distilled four times in our still to 180 proof. It was then proofed down to 80 proof with Breinigsville water, carbon fined and then 0.45 micron filtered. The resulting spirit is very similar to vodka – it is clear and near neutral in flavor but still retains a very slight fruitiness that is not seen in vodka. It finishes with a creamy mouthfeel and has just a touch of sweetness.
White Brandy can be used as a direct replacement to vodka. Simply substitute White Brandy in any cocktail where vodka is used and use it at the same volume. It would work well in a Tonic, Bloody Mary, or Cosmopolitan.
White Brandy can be used as a direct replacement to vodka. Simply substitute White Brandy in any cocktail where vodka is used and use it at the same volume. It would work well in a Tonic, Bloody Mary, or Cosmopolitan.
BRANDY
Our Brandy has been tripled distilled from Clover Hill grapes and wine. The resulting spirit was aged in new American Oak barrels. It is a caramel-colored spirit that showcases fruity aromas and compliments them with hints of oak, vanilla and caramel.
Brandy traditionally is served alone (i.e., neat) in a brandy snifter and sipped over time, allowing the heat from your hands to warm the glass. The benefit of warming brandy is that it allows the spirit to change, enhancing its flavor and aroma.
Brandy also can be served over ice or in cocktails. Traditional cocktails include a Metropolitan, Sidecar, and Brandy Alexander.
Brandy traditionally is served alone (i.e., neat) in a brandy snifter and sipped over time, allowing the heat from your hands to warm the glass. The benefit of warming brandy is that it allows the spirit to change, enhancing its flavor and aroma.
Brandy also can be served over ice or in cocktails. Traditional cocktails include a Metropolitan, Sidecar, and Brandy Alexander.
GIN NO. 7
Clover Hill Spirits Gin No. 7 is a smooth citrus-forward gin. Our product starts with a base of neutral spirits distilled from our grapes – a true grape-to-glass experience! It then goes through a vapor infusion of seven carefully-selected botanicals: juniper, coriander, grapefruit, angelica root, cubeb pepper, lavender, and – of course – clover flower (Clover Hill’s not-so-secret ingredient). These botanicals make our Gin No. 7 fresh and exciting – smooth enough to use in a dry martini but bold enough to make your gin and tonic pop!
STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY
Clover Hill has always focused on grapes — until now.
Introducing Clover Hill Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey, crafted with a premium mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. This expression has spent over four years maturing in new charred American oak.
A medium-bodied and beautifully balanced bourbon, expect rich caramel and toasty oak on the nose, followed by a remarkably sweet, mellow finish.
Introducing Clover Hill Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey, crafted with a premium mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley. This expression has spent over four years maturing in new charred American oak.
A medium-bodied and beautifully balanced bourbon, expect rich caramel and toasty oak on the nose, followed by a remarkably sweet, mellow finish.
BRANDIED OLD FASHIONED
Born from our love of a great drink — and the impatience of wanting one right now — Clover Hill Spirits proudly presents our first ready-to-drink cocktail: Brandied Old Fashioned.
This classic libation truly is small-batch and estate-crafted. We use grapes that are grown in and harvested from our own vineyards. Those grapes are then fermented into wine, and distilled in our custom-crafted diamond head still. The result is a signature estate brandy that is blended with vibrant orange zest, premium Luxardo cherries, and just a touch of sweetness.
No mixing, no muddling, and no fuss. Simply pour over ice and enjoy.
This classic libation truly is small-batch and estate-crafted. We use grapes that are grown in and harvested from our own vineyards. Those grapes are then fermented into wine, and distilled in our custom-crafted diamond head still. The result is a signature estate brandy that is blended with vibrant orange zest, premium Luxardo cherries, and just a touch of sweetness.
No mixing, no muddling, and no fuss. Simply pour over ice and enjoy.
LIMONCELLO
Limoncello is an age-old tradition brought to us by longtime friends and original winery customers Paul and Elsie LaVentura. They shared their family recipe that was handed down for generations from the old country.
The process begins with distilling clean pure spirits from grapes, followed by soaking lemon peels in the spirits and finally sweetening to taste.
Limoncello is a liqueur that finishes with a sweet and zesty lemony taste and warms the soul. It makes a fabulous after-dinner treat. Serve well-chilled in a cordial glass or in a cocktail with sparkling wine.
The process begins with distilling clean pure spirits from grapes, followed by soaking lemon peels in the spirits and finally sweetening to taste.
Limoncello is a liqueur that finishes with a sweet and zesty lemony taste and warms the soul. It makes a fabulous after-dinner treat. Serve well-chilled in a cordial glass or in a cocktail with sparkling wine.
THANKS A LATTÉ
This flavorful and exhilarating coffee liqueur starts with a bold espresso roast coffee from our friends at Firehouse Coffee in Maxatawny, PA. It’s lightly sweetened and creamed, then fortified with our own brandy. Serve over ice or use in a coffeetini.
