Thornton Distilling operates out of an updated 1857 structure, utilizing historic artesian well water to craft their distinct spirits. Drop in during our market hours to experience an expanded lineup from their premium portfolio, including both of their highly anticipated new single malt whiskey arrivals:
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Dead Drop Prairie Peat American Single Malt: A brilliant Midwestern take on traditional peated whiskey. Distilled using barley smoked with local Illinois peat hand-harvested from the banks of the Mississippi River, it opens with wildflower and soft campfire aromas. The palate brings bright notes of apricot, white nectarine, and a clean, smoky finish.
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Dead Drop Signature American Single Malt: This flagship prairie-inspired single malt is matured in a complex layout of first-fill bourbon, rye, rum, and toasted American oak casks. It yields a rich profile packed with maple brittle, baked apple, cocoa, and a velvety strawberry compote finish.
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Dead Drop American Pecan Whiskey: A highly popular house specialty that infuses their aged whiskey with real, hand-toasted pecans. The liquid delivers a warm, buttery, and nutty profile accented by subtle hints of sweet caramel and baking spices.
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Dead Drop Straight Bourbon Whiskey: A high-rye bourbon aged to maturity in charred oak barrels and slowly proofed with limestone-filtered artesian water. It carries distinct aromas of vanilla and woodsy spice, opening up to rich flavors of caramelized oak and tart cherries.
- Dead Drop Bottled Old Fashioned: A premium, ready-to-pour bottled cocktail created in collaboration with Chicago’s legendary Violet Hour speakeasy. It seamlessly blends their straight bourbon with rich demerara sugar, wild cherry bark, and aromatic botanicals.
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Dead Drop Gin: A beautifully structured, citrus-forward gin showcasing a meticulous layout of hand-selected botanicals. Crisp juniper drives the aroma, balanced by a sharp citrus snap and an exceptionally dry finish.
- Dead Drop Louchifer Absinthe Blanche: A traditional, high-proof absinthe blanche crafted with classic botanicals. It blooms beautifully with a rich, aromatic punch of anise, wormwood, and alpine herbs.
Join Us in Downtown Grayslake This Wednesday
Enjoy your samples inside our air-conditioned taproom while you browse our massive walk-in coolers for your upcoming weekend stash. We love bringing neighbors together over local innovation, great stories, and unique flavors.
Call our shop at (224) 541-4494 if you need current inventory or product release details. Check out our full upcoming summer schedule of live activities on the Beer Bazaar Events Calendar. You can also view our everyday draft options on the main Beer Bazaar Home Page. See you downtown this Wednesday!