Our Story
Sometimes great ideas are born from conversations with family and friends while enjoying a fine cocktail. In one such conversation in 2016, I shared what I thought was a great idea with my husband Mike: We should start a hobby of distilling small batch spirits, after all, my family grows corn on our Kansas farm and bourbon and vodka need corn. Maybe we could even sell a few bottles. And much to my surprise, Mike loved the idea.
Quickly my idea became a hobby, which has now become our passion. Our vision became more defined as we moved through the process: To create the finest portfolio of premium bourbons and vodkas. Quality without compromise. Only the finest grains, people, and processes. Only natural ingredients. No shortcuts, sugars, or artificial additives. Natural. Authentic. Premium. Delicious.
After years of research and development, Carefree Bourbon, Chakra Vodka, and Carefree Spirits Distillery were born. We were on a mission to build a great national distilling business. By 2022, both our brands had received 30 international awards for taste and quality. Today, both Carefree Bourbon and Chakra Vodkas are available online in 41 states, with hopes to cover all 50 states and then expand internationally.
Carefree Bourbon, our straight bourbon whiskey is derived from a masterful blend of corn, rye, and malt. Carefully selected water contributes to the final weight, texture, and flavor. After aging over two years in American Oak barrels, the result is a smooth blend with pleasant caramel and vanilla flavors.
Chakra Vodka is our line of delicious, premium unflavored vodka. Made with 100% midwestern corn, so naturally gluten free, with no sugars added. In addition, we have developed seven other Chakra natural flavors of vodka, each symbolically representing our bodies’ seven chakras or “energy centers.”
Our Tasting Room in Cave Creek is a relaxing environment, where you can enjoy a quiet conversation over a chilled cocktail and a freshly prepared charcuterie platter. Weekly live music, visiting food trucks, cigar nights, and occasional mixology classes offer a diversity of entertainment and delight.
By 2025, Carefree Spirits Distillery will open a new two-story multi-million dollar bottling plant, tasting room, events center, and retail store in Carefree. There will be observation areas, meeting rooms, private events, and live entertainment year-round. Visitors will enjoy every moment!
Thanks for coming along on this journey with us.
