Left Hand Brewing Launches Five-Year Whiskey Made From Sawtooth Ale’s Mash Bill

Left Hand Brewing is taking one of its longtime beers in a new direction with the launch of Sawtooth Whiskey. The five-year-aged spirit transforms the mash bill of the brewery’s iconic Sawtooth Amber Ale through distillation and oak aging. The release also marks the start of a new partnership with Dry Land Distillers, with more beer-inspired whiskeys already in development.

A press release from Left Hand Brewing revealed that the Sawtooth Whiskey presale is now available through Dry Land Distillers.

Left Hand first explored the connection between brewing and distilling with Sinister Whiskey in 2021 and Galactic Cowboy Whiskey in 2025. Sawtooth Whiskey continues that story, while beginning a new chapter through Left Hand’s partnership with Dry Land.

For more than three decades, Sawtooth Amber Ale has been a part of Left Hand’s lineup. Five years ago, its mash bill took a different path through distillation and aging in oak, transforming a longtime Left Hand beer into an entirely new expression.

“Sawtooth has been with us from the beginning, so getting to see it take on a completely new life as a whiskey is pretty special,” said Left Hand’s founder, Eric Wallace.

Sawtooth Whiskey is a single-barrel selection bottled at 110 proof, or 55% ABV. Approximately 150 hand-numbered bottles will be released, with pickup available during the whiskey’s release party on October 17th, 2026, at Dry Land Distillers.

“Left Hand paved the way for craft beverages in Longmont, and we’re excited to be a part of their journey in the world of spirits,” said Nels Wroe, founder of Dry Land Distillers.

Sawtooth Whiskey is just the beginning, with future whiskeys made from other Left Hand favorites already aging in barrels. The next legacy beer to take on new life as a whiskey is Fade to Black, planned for release before the end of 2026.

To hear about upcoming Left Hand Whiskey releases, sign up for the Left Hand Brewing and Dry Land Distillers newsletters or follow @LeftHandBrewing on social media.

About Left Hand Brewing Company

Left Hand Brewing Company, founded in Longmont, Colorado, is one of the original pioneers in craft brewing. From a humble homebrew kit beginning to becoming one of the top 50 craft breweries in the U.S., Left Hand has continued to grow and innovate throughout our 30+ year history. Famous for our Nitro series, Left Hand launched America’s original Nitro bottle with our flagship Milk Stout Nitro and the first production run of U.S.- made Nitro widget cans. We’re proud to be one of the most honored and recognized breweries in Colorado with 30 Great American Beer Festival medals,11 World Beer Cup awards and nine European Beer Star awards. Our collection of year-round and seasonal beers is available in 43 states, DC and internationally.

To learn more, please visit www.lefthandbrewing.com.

About Dry Land Distillers

Dry Land Distillers is a small-batch craft distillery in the heart of downtown Longmont that produces unique spirits influenced and inspired by Colorado’s landscapes. They are one of the first distilleries in the country with a fully integrated Regenerative Organic Certified (R.O.C.) supply chain. Dry Land Distillers produces Heirloom, Antero and Emmer Wheat Whiskey, Cactus Spirit made with prickly pear cactus, Native Colorado Gin, and other spirits that represent the authentic flavors of the American West. Their distillery and tasting room is located in a renovated historic building at 519 Main Street. The tasting room is open Thursday and Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m, Saturday 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Private tours, tastings, and special events can be hosted anytime with advance notice. For more information call (720) 600-4945 or visit www.drylanddistillers.com.

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