Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey Coming To Their Whiskey Series

Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey:

Left Hand Brewing is taking one of its most recognizable beers in an entirely new direction with the release of Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey. The Longmont, Colorado brewery has transformed the mash bill behind its longtime Sawtooth Amber Ale into a five-year-aged whiskey, creating a limited spirit that connects one of Left Hand’s signature beers with the growing craft distilling movement. The release marks another step in the brewery’s ongoing exploration of beer-inspired whiskey.

Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey was produced in partnership with fellow Longmont company Dry Land Distillers and is bottled at 110 proof, or 55% ABV. Only approximately 150 hand-numbered bottles are being released, making this a particularly limited addition to the Left Hand Whiskey program. The collaboration follows previous Left Hand whiskey projects including Sinister Whiskey and Galactic Cowboy Whiskey, while future releases are already in development.

The Sawtooth release also sets the stage for another Left Hand beer-to-whiskey transformation. Fade to Black is currently aging with plans for a whiskey release before the end of 2026, suggesting that the Sawtooth project is part of a broader series rather than a one-time experiment. The Sawtooth Whiskey presale is underway through Dry Land Distillers, with the official release party scheduled for October 17, 2026, in Longmont.

Here is the full announcement from Left Hand Brewing detailing the new Sawtooth Whiskey and its collaboration with Dry Land Distillers.

LONGMONT, Colo. Sept. 29, 2026 – Left Hand Brewing is expanding its whiskey program with the release of Sawtooth Whiskey, a limited, five-year-aged spirit made from the mash bill behind the brewery’s iconic Sawtooth Amber Ale. This marks the first Left Hand Whiskey produced in partnership alongside Longmont-based Dry Land Distillers, with additional collaborative releases already in the works.

Left Hand first explored the connection between brewing and distilling with Sinister Whiskey in 2021 and Galactic Cowboy Whiskey in 2025. Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey continues that story, while beginning a new chapter through Left Hand’s partnership with Dry Land.

For more than three decades, Sawtooth Amber Ale has been a part of Left Hand’s lineup. Five years ago, its mash bill took a different path through distillation and aging in oak, transforming a longtime Left Hand beer into an entirely new expression.

“Sawtooth has been with us from the beginning, so getting to see it take on a completely new life as a whiskey is pretty special,” said Left Hand’s founder, Eric Wallace.

Left hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey is a single-barrel selection bottled at 110 proof, or 55% ABV. Approximately 150 hand-numbered bottles will be released, with pickup available during the whiskey’s release party on October 17th, 2026, at Dry Land Distillers.

“Left Hand paved the way for craft beverages in Longmont, and we’re excited to be a part of their journey in the world of spirits,” said Nels Wroe, founder of Dry Land Distillers.

Left Hand Brewing Sawtooth Whiskey is just the beginning, with future whiskeys made from other Left Hand favorites already aging in barrels. The next legacy beer to take on new life as a whiskey is Fade to Black, planned for release before the end of 2026.

The Sawtooth Whiskey presale is now available through Dry Land Distillers. Visit lefthandbrewing.com/lhwhiskey to learn more about the series and access presale.

To hear about upcoming Left Hand Whiskey releases, sign up for the Left Hand Brewing and Dry Land Distillers newsletters or follow @LeftHandBrewing on social media.

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Check out Left Hand Brewing Announces 2026 Release Calendar, Left Hand Brewing Announces 2017 Beer Line-Up, Left Hand Brewing – Fade to Black Cans and Left Hand Brewing Enters Southern California Distribution for more MyBeerBuzz coverage of the Longmont brewery and its beers.

About Left Hand Brewing Company

Left Hand Brewing Company, founded in Longmont, Colorado, is one of the original pioneers in craft brewing. From a humble homebrew kit beginning to becoming one of the top 50 craft breweries in the U.S., Left Hand has continued to grow and innovate throughout our 30+ year history.

Famous for our Nitro series, Left Hand launched America’s original Nitro bottle with our flagship Milk Stout Nitro and the first production run of U.S.- made Nitro widget cans. We’re proud to be one of the most honored and recognized breweries in Colorado with 30 Great American Beer Festival medals,11 World Beer Cup awards and nine European Beer Star awards. Our collection of year-round and seasonal beers is available in 43 states, DC and internationally. To learn more, please visit www.lefthandbrewing.com.

About Dry Land Distillers

Dry Land Distillers is a small-batch craft distillery in the heart of downtown Longmont that produces unique spirits influenced and inspired by Colorado’s landscapes. They are one of the first distilleries in the country with a fully integrated Regenerative Organic Certified (R.O.C.) supply chain. Dry Land Distillers produces Heirloom, Antero and Emmer Wheat Whiskey, Cactus Spirit made with prickly pear cactus, Native Colorado Gin, and other spirits that represent the authentic flavors of the American West.

Their distillery and tasting room is located in a renovated historic building at 519 Main Street. The tasting room is open Thursday and Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m, Saturday 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Private tours, tastings, and special events can be hosted anytime with advance notice. For more information call (720) 600-4945 or visit www.drylanddistillers.com. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/drylanddistillers/ and Instagram @drylanddistillers.

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