Craft Lake City is decking the halls in preparation for the Seventh Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market at the Ogden Union Station, and have partnered with local brewers and distillers to bring that holiday spirit on Friday, December 5 from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m. and Saturday December 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.!
Craft Lake City is thrilled to once again be partnering with Ogden’s Own Distillery, Sugar House Distillery, Libation LLC, Ogden Beer Company, UTOG and Drømme! These local breweries will provide refreshing craft drinks to attendees 21 and over. Local brews and specialty cocktails will be available for purchase for $8 on both December 5 & 6 at the Holiday Market bar, alongside flavorful mocktails for $5. Attendees can experience all that the Holiday Market has to offer whilst sipping on delicious artisanal drinks courtesy of Craft Lake City’s amazing partners.
What’s on the Drink Menu?
Specialty Drinks
Ogden’s Own Distillery
Founded in 2009, Ogden’s Own Distillery is the creator of the award winning Five Wives Vodka. Their commitment to quality and affordability along with playful nods to Utah history make them the perfect partner for the Holiday Market at the Ogden Union Station.
Mango/Lime Cocktail
Made with Five Wives Spicy Tamarind & Chile Vodka this cocktail captures sweet tanginess with a kick.
Espresso Martini
This classy selection features the Five Wives Heavenly Vanilla Custard Vodka for a smooth and creamy refreshment.
Sugar House Distillery
A local mainstay, Sugar House Distillery has been slinging drinks since 2014. Each of their handcrafted spirits is more than just a product, it is a labor of love. With their 100% barley-whiskey and spirits made from locally-sourced ingredients, Sugar House Distillery works to uplift the local community.
Vodka and Whiskey
For those looking for familiar favorites, Sugar House Distillery has got you covered with their award-winning vodka and rye whiskey.
Bloody “Merry”
A savory classic, this reliable, seasoned cocktail is given a bit of edge with local favorite, Z’s hot sauce!
Whiskey High Ball
Lovers of whiskey will be thrilled to order this sparkling classic is sure to give the perfect balance of whiskey spice and light texture.
Wine Selection
Libation LLC
Libation LLC aims to expand and educate the consumer base of libation products by connecting the best in local wineries and distilleries. Featuring a wide selection of enjoyable and freeing libations, from the finest wines to the craftiest spirits, Libation LLC is at all stages of the libation industry.
Masseria Li Veli Torrerose (2024)
A fragrant and fruity rosè with citrus notes for a crisp and robust flavor that ensures an elegant Holiday Market experience.
Emmolo 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
This nuanced white wine offers a more mineral-driven flavor profile with subtle fruity notes and a zesty finish.
Local Beer
UTOG
An Ogden staple since 2019, UTOG shares its love for its hometown in every sip of their quality beers. Making every customer feel like family, UTOG displays exceptional service and openness with their open-concept brew pit and family-friendly brewpub as they strive to strengthen their community.
Son of a Peach Hefenweizen
A fun twist on the traditional Hefenweizen, this beer promises a sweet and aromatic experience with every sip.
Trail Ride AKA Trail Rye’d
Sweet caramel and rye spiciness combine to create a perfectly balanced crushable ale for all occasions.
Ogden Beer Company
Ogden Beer Company strives for hospitality and growth. With their unflinching commitment to push the boundaries of craft beer, Ogden Beer Company’s ever-expanding lineup has something for everyone.
Cultura Cerveza: Mexican Lager
With crisp malt notes and grassy hops, this beer is sure to refresh!
Cerveza Roja: Red Cerveza
Nice herbal hops and yeast notes make this beer a crispy comfort.
Non-Alcoholic Mocktails
Drømme
Drømme’s exotic and flavorful blends of botanical notes and adaptogens create mocktails so good, that alcohol is unnecessary. With their flavorful blends, Drømme is for those wanting to stay present and experience all the Holiday Market has to offer with a fun refreshment in their hands.
Calm
A special offering of soothing and elegant herbal notes, this complex concoction is a lullaby in liquid form.
Awake
For a quick pick-me up, Awake offers all the energizing sensations of alcohol with its fun fruity non-alcoholic blend!
The Seventh Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market is right around the corner. Featuring over 180 local makers, craft and commercial food vendors, vintage sellers, indie game developers, performers, youth artisans and these amazing brewers and distillers, it is sure to be the liveliest Holiday event in Ogden.
About Ogden’s Own Distillery:
Ogden’s Own Distillery, established in 2009, is celebrated for its diverse range of spirits and playful nod to Utah’s history. Their most notable product is ‘award winning’ Five Wives Vodka. The distillery is also home to Porter’s Whiskeys, Underground Herbal Spirit, Madam Pattirini Gin, and Five Husbands Vodka. Their commitment to quality, affordability, alongside creative flair and local inspiration, has made them a staple in the Utah craft spirits scene. Alongside full-scale production, their facility includes a retail store and craft cocktail bar “Side Bar”. To learn more about their handcrafted spirits visit ogdensown.com
About Sugar House Distillery:
James Fowler received federal approval to start Sugar House Distillery in 2013, his goal was to create a line of true grain-to-glass spirits. Choosing only the finest ingredients available in the industry the distillery team has made quality sourcing a priority from the start.
In addition to hand-selected commercial yeasts for fermentation, senior distiller Eric Robinson has cultivated proprietary yeast strains at the distillery, further enhancing the aroma and depth of flavor evident in Sugar House Distillery products. An experienced distilling team carefully monitors and balances the profile of each spirit every step of the way, taking only the vibrant heart of the spirit run, and bottling to proof in the distillery with the purest mountain water.
About Libation LLC:
Founded by Francis Fecteau, Libation LLC is a wine and spirits brokerage specializing in program development, industry training and consumer education. Working with only the best small wineries and distilleries the brands they represent here in Utah are always a slam dunk in terms of quality. They are here to elevate the dialogue by focusing on assisting the restaurant industry in creating the most successful beverage programs possible, through education and exposure to the farmers that bring those wines to fruition, happier palates abound from restaurateur to consumer. Thanks to their efforts people know more of Utah’s wineries, winemakers, and distillers. They believe people should know their food and the farmers that bring it to life.
About UTOG:
UTOG Brewing company is locally owned and operated since 2019. Happy to serve patrons in downtown Ogden, they strive to bring nothing but great beer, amazing food, and exceptional service at their family-friendly brewpub. Their owner and head brewer along with their talented chef, work side by side to create beer and food pairings that complement each other and will have patrons excited to keep coming back to enjoy everything on the menu and delicious daily specials.
About Ogden Beer Company:
Come down and try a custom beer flight or catch the Ogden Beer Company in bars across the Wasatch front. Formerly Ogden River Company, Ogden Beer Company is a fun, upbeat, and unique environment. All about quality, in their beer and team. Their primary focus is on hospitality, leadership, and growth.
They are passionate about providing the perfect seat for everyone to enjoy. Ogden Beer Company offers an inviting inside dining area, beautiful riverside patio for kiddos and dogs, plus a relaxing upstairs patio for 21 and older.
About Dromme:
Drømme is a bespoke, zero-proof blend of natural botanicals and functionals small-batch crafted in San Diego, California. Bringing sophisticated tastes and sensations to cocktail hour. It’s a nootropics elixir without the alcohol. An alternative to cocktail culture.
About Craft Lake City:
Founded in 2009 by Angela H. Brown, Executive Editor of SLUG (Salt Lake UnderGround) Magazine, Craft Lake City® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission to educate, promote and inspire local artisans while elevating the creative culture of the Utah arts community through science, technology and art. Craft Lake City strives to further define the term “Craft,” by modernizing the definition for handmade creativity.
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Craft Lake City’s year-round programming is supported by Utah Division of Arts & Museums, the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, and SLUG Magazine.
The Seventh Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market is supported in part by Stephen G. & Susan E. Denkers Family Foundation, The Ogdenite, PBS Utah, 90.1 KUER, Ogden Union Station, KRCL 90.9 FM, Utah Shirt Company, 99.9 FM KUAA, Libation LLC, Sugar House Distillery, Ogden Beer Company, Ogden’s Own Distillery, UTOG, Drømme, ACW Marketing, Leafguard, Visit Ogden, B.W. Bastian Foundation, SCHEELS and Kaffe Mercantile.