Northern Row has begun the process of distilling and aging several of our own craft gins, rums, malted whisky, vodkas and bourbons. These spirits are crafted using traditional pre-Prohibition mash builds and recipes.
The meaning of the name Five Stories is twofold. On a basic level, our building is five stories tall, making it the tallest building in Over-the-Rhine. (And one day the highest rooftop bar, fingers crossed!) But the name Five Stories also harkens back to the Northern Row motto: All Outcasts Welcome. Everyone has a story, or five. We aim to create both a meeting ground and product that allows people, friends and strangers alike, to share their stories and create new ones with every sip.
Each spirit we have created comes with its own story; we hope you make your own as you drink them!
PEPPER FLAVORED VODKA
40% / 80 PROOF
Our Five Stories Peppered Vodka is crafted from a blend of poblano, serrano, habanero, jalapeño, and other fresh peppers, each lending its own character to the spirit.
After a 10-day maceration, the vodka is carefully distilled to tame the heat while enhancing the peppers’ natural flavor and aroma. The result is a balanced vodka that is bold yet approachable, delivering spice without overpowering the palate.
Perfect for a Bloody Mary, versatile enough for any cocktail, and smooth enough to sip over ice, this is vodka that celebrates both tradition and innovation in every pour.
PEACH BRANDY
40% / 80 proof
Our Peach Brandy is truly a labor of love. We start with thousands of pounds of Ohio-grown peaches, hand-process them with the help of a 19th century fruit press, then ferment the juice and distill the wine.
The yield is modest, but the result captures the pure essence of ripe peach in every sip. Best enjoyed neat in a snifter or mixed into a timeless cocktail, this brandy is our tribute to patience, craft, and the beauty of local fruit.
Barrel Aged
Peach Brandy
45% / 90 PROOF
Peach brandy has long been part of Cincinnati’s story, with peach trees planted in the city’s early days and local distillers crafting the spirit. In 2020 we carried that tradition forward, hand-processing Ohio peaches with our 19th century fruit press before fermenting, distilling, and barreling the spirit. The result is a brandy that captures our love for Cincinnati and our dedication to craftsmanship.
