Eastside Distilling Inc. (EAST)

Overview

Eastside Distilling, Inc., established in 2004 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon, is an esteemed player in the alcoholic beverage industry. The company has built a comprehensive portfolio through the manufacture, acquisition, blending, bottling, import, export, marketing, and sale of a wide array of alcoholic drinks. Operating through two main segments, Spirits and Craft Canning + Printing, Eastside Distilling showcases a dynamic approach in catering to diverse market demands. While primarily known for its alcoholic beverages, its services extend to the craft beer, cider, and kombucha industries, offering canning and printing solutions, marking its multifaceted engagement in the beverage sector. The company's distribution network is widespread across the United States, where it reaches its customers on a wholesale basis, demonstrating its established presence in the national market.

Products and Services

Eastside Distilling, Inc. boasts an impressive array of products under different brands, each with its unique appeal and market positioning:

• Burnside Whiskey: Catering to the whiskey enthusiasts, the Burnside Whiskey brand stands out for its rich taste and variety, offering a premium drinking experience that reflects the traditional and innovative spirit of Portland’s distilling tradition.
• Portland Potato Vodka: Under this brand, Eastside Distilling delivers a smooth and distinctly crafted vodka, made from potatoes, offering a clean and crisp alternative to the traditional grain-based vodkas, appealing to vodka purists and experimental drinkers alike.
• Hue-Hue Coffee Rum: This brand combines the love for coffee with the art of rum making, producing a unique beverage that serves the rum aficionado seeking a twist on classic rum flavors with an infusion of real coffee.
• Azuñia Tequila: Targeting the premium tequila market, Azuñia Tequila brand is recognized for its authentic and traditional approach to tequila production, promising an exquisite taste experience for tequila lovers who appreciate the genuine flavors of agave.

Additionally, Eastside Distilling, Inc. extends its expertise to the craft beverage industry by offering:

• Canning and Printing Services: Catering to craft breweries, cideries, and kombucha makers, the company provides canning services that enable small-scale producers to package their beverages professionally. This service is complemented by digital can printing offerings, allowing for custom designs and branding, empowering smaller enterprises to compete in the market with a strong visual presence.
• Digital Can Printing and Co-packing Services: These services underline Eastside Distilling’s commitment to supporting the craft beverage community by offering versatile and cutting-edge solutions for product packaging and presentation, further establishing its role as a crucial ally to indie beverage producers.