Back River Gin

10/15/2026

Made in Maine.
Inspired by places like this.

🍂 Back River Gin

10/01/2026

Smoky Gin Old Fashioned
A little smoke. A little spice. A lot of Maine character.
2 oz Back River Gin
¼ oz peated Scotch
¼ oz simple syrup
Orange bitters
Chipotle bitters

Stir over ice and strain over a large cube. Express an orange twist over the glass and enjoy.

09/15/2026

One year ago today, a fire brought an unexpected end to Sweetgrass Farm W**ery & Distillery.

As we reflect on that day, we're reminded of everything that came before it.

Forty-two years ago, Constance and I were married here in Maine. Together, we built a life, raised a family, started a farm, and eventually spent more than 25 years building Sweetgrass and Back River Gin.

Along the way, we met incredible people and made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

We are grateful to everyone who visited us, brought friends to see us, attended events, purchased a bottle, or simply cheered us on over the years. Your support meant more than you know.

We are especially thankful to those who have continued to support Back River Gin since the fire.

Today, BRG is still here. We're still here. And one of the greatest joys of all is watching the next generation take a larger role in the business.

Maddie, Grant, and Hamish grew up alongside the business and have always been part of it. Like many family businesses, they spent years helping wherever help was needed. Today, they are helping lead the next chapter, and seeing that happen is something we're incredibly proud of.

The fire took buildings, equipment, and inventory. But what survived the fire is what matters most: family, friendships, memories, and the opportunity to keep moving forward.

We remain proud to call Maine home and grateful that a spirit born on our farm continues to find its way to tables across Maine, across the country, and around the world.

For all of that, and for all of you, thank you.

— Keith & Constance

08/10/2026

Another great BRG creation from one of our customers! Thanks Mark!

We love seeing what you're mixing with Back River Gin. Thanks for sharing this beautiful summer cocktail, it looks almost too good to drink.

Have a favorite BRG cocktail? Share a photo and tag us. We might feature it next!

07/20/2026

It is on the shelf in Hannaford in Boothbay Harbor!

07/15/2026

https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/207/mossy-ledge-spirits-etna-sweetgrass-farm-w**ery-distillery-union-maine/97-0bfd33db-d52b-409f-8dcd-ba4e721fc64c

A September 2025 fire destroyed Sweetgrass Farm W**ery & Distillery. Mossy Ledge Spirits stepped in to revive the company's gin production.

07/02/2026

Back River Gin is BACK! Find it returning to Maine store shelves over the next week and at Mossy Ledge Spirits today!

06/01/2026

Absence makes the gin grow fonder

05/14/2026

Taking a brief beauty rest. See you soon.

01/13/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjdHnuD9uPA

Goodbye and thank you from all of us at Sweetgrass. Be sure to look for our next release of Back River Gin in June 2026 at your favorite Maine liquor store.