Arroyo Vodka is the first Phoenix, Arizona based vodka distillery. Arroyo is produced in the traditional Russian Style and made locally in Arizona out of the finest distillers grains. The word vodka comes from the Slavic word “vod,” meaning water, and the clean crisp taste of Arroyo Vodka evokes the natural, calming image of cool water rushing over the smooth stones of desert washes known as arroyos. After going through an intensive filtering process and distilled twice, Arroyo is impeccably smooth and easy to drink. Here at Arroyo, we are currently developing flavored vodkas that come from regionally grown herbs and produce that are indigenous to the Southwest region of the US. Along with distilling Arroyo Vodka we produce Apple Pye Liqueur.  This liqueur is made from traditional American flavors that combine and turn into a delectable liquid form of apple pie. The family recipe was handed down to distiller John Miller, he now creates BB’s Apple Pye Liqueur that has been worked into the perfect balance of spice and apple sweetness. Arroyo Vodka is owned and managed by Phoenix valley sisters Lauren and Morgan Klemp. The Klemp sisters had been talking of starting a business of there own for many years. They combined Laurens interest of touring microbreweries and Morgan interest of creating vodka cocktails to make a business our of creating their own vodka. Forward Brands LLC is the parent company of Arroyo Vodka and BB’s Apple Pye and was established in 2007. The Klemp family is restoring the historic Glendale Sugar Beet Factory that was built in 1906. The factory is located in Historic Glendale Gas Lamp District, called the Center Line project in the Phoenix area. The factory that has been vacant since 1986 and will be the home to the distillery once renovation is completed. (For more information about the history of the Glendale Sugar Beet Factory follow this link http://molokane.org/molokan/Locations/Americas/Arizona/Noon.htm) A tasting facility is being constructed on the premise that will be open for public tastings to sample Arroyo Vodka, Arroyo Gin, BB’s Apple Pye Liqueur as well as a developing line of flavored vodka’s, and more. If you would like the opportunity to taste Arroyo Vodka, you can find us at various events throughout the Phoenix area or purchase a bottle from retailers. Go to our Events page and Find Uspage for more information. Follow us on twitter and facebook to hear our latest events and developments live. Please Drink Responsibly