A few standouts that are featured in our Grand Tasting on Wednesday, March 4^th from 4-7pm and available at Surdyk’s year-round!

Brother Justus Whiskey – A Minneapolis-born distillery focused on crafting distinctive, locally-inspired American single malt whiskies that showcase Minnesota barley and bold character. Their spirits have become favorites among local whiskey lovers and their Founder’s Reserve was just awarded #4 in Fred Minnick’s Top 100 American Whiskeys of 2025!

Dangerous Man Brewing - Known for small-batch, hop-forward craft beers and creative brews, this beloved Minnesota microbrewery continues its legacy of adventurous flavor and community spirit.

Du Nord Social Spirits – A trailblazing Minneapolis distillery that crafts quality spirits and cocktails with purpose, while also fostering positive community impact through resilience, vision, and inclusivity.

Milk & Honey Cider - A St. Joseph cider house crafting dry American ciders from heirloom apples, celebrated for letting orchard character shine.

With the recent season release of their Estate Cider, co-founder Adam Theis had this to say about all that goes into creating these expressive ciders:

“We planted trees before we ever sold a bottle of cider — because if we wanted true cider apples, we had to grow them ourselves. There’s no big supply chain for bittersweet apples, so over the years we tracked down growers one by one and planted thousands of trees, not even knowing if they’d survive Minnesota winters. Some didn’t. Entire blocks have frozen out at -27°F. Others survived but never fruited. And some — the special ones — proved they belonged here. For 14 years we’ve tested antique European and American varieties to see what thrives in our soil and climate. The result is an orchard full of character — bittersweet and bittersharp apples for tannin, heirloom varieties for acid and aroma — all growing in central Minnesota. This orchard is the story of our cider. It’s true terroir: specific varieties, our land, that year’s weather, even native orchard yeast — all captured in the bottle. Taste the Land of Milk & Honey. It’s been years in the making, and we couldn’t be prouder.”

Castle Danger Brewing – With roots on Minnesota’s North Shore, this brewery produces approachable, flavorful craft beers and welcomes visitors to its Two Harbors taproom overlooking Lake Superior.

Lovejoy's Mixers – A family-run Minnesota brand creating bartender-crafted Bloody Mary and NEW cocktail mixers with fresh, bold flavors that elevate brunch and cocktail experiences while giving back to community causes. Their line of Bloody Mary mixes was named an Oprah’s Favorite thing for 2024!

Skaalvenn Spirits – A Brooklyn Park distillery and cocktail bar blending craft spirits like vodka, gin, rum, and aquavit with a welcoming mixology experience that celebrates quality, creativity, and community.

Mousse Sparkling Co. – A boutique Minnesota winery in historic Jordan specializing in handcrafted sparkling wines made from local grapes, offering a festive tasting room and palate-pleasing bubbles for every occasion.

Far North Distilling – Founded by fourth-generation farmers Michael Swanson and Cheri Reese, Far North Spirits is rooted in the rich soil of the Red River Valley, where the Swanson family has farmed since 1917. As one of the country’s few true estate distilleries, they grow their own rye and heirloom corn before distilling them into premium, heritage spirits. Located just 25 miles from the Canadian border, it’s the northernmost distillery in the lower 48 — crafting bottles that are unmistakably Minnesotan.

Summer Lakes Beverages –  Their famous Bootleg, Margarita, Paloma, and Jalepeño Margarita are made with quality ingredients and inspired by easy going lake days and memorable gatherings, our mixes make it simple to create delicious cocktails and mocktails anytime, anywhere.