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Crafted from the Wild: Why Trade Buyers Are Turning to Warn Reserve for Premium Cocktail Bitters

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27/06/2025 Born in the heart of Idaho and shaped by the Pacific Northwest, Warn Reserve Cocktail Co. is redefining cocktail ingredients with nature-first flavors—and a growing medal count to prove it

In a market flooded with overly synthetic mixers and bitters, Warn Reserve Cocktail Co. stands apart—not just because of what’s in the bottle, but because of what isn’t. Co-founded by Adrienne and Danny Warn in Boise, Idaho, Warn Reserve was built on a deceptively simple idea: that cocktails should be experienced, not just consumed. It’s this belief that has shaped every product they create, from their now award-winning Barrel-Aged Emmett Cherry Bitters to their Spiced Almond Orgeat and Huckleberry Sour Mix—all of which recently picked up Silver Medals at the 2025 Bartender Spirits Awards.

“Every ingredient we source, every flavor we develop—it all starts with the question: How will this make someone feel when they take a sip?” says Adrienne Warn. And that philosophy isn’t just romantic talk—it’s driving results. Retailers, bars, and distributors across the country are taking note.

Real Ingredients. Real Results.

Warn Reserve doesn’t cut corners with extracts or artificial flavoring. Instead, the brand leans into real fruits, botanicals, herbs and spices, sourced locally whenever possible. Their Emmett Cherry Bitters, for example, are crafted using cherries from nearby Idaho orchards, while the Huckleberry Sour Mix features wild mountain huckleberries—harvested in the high country and steeped with care.
In today’s ingredient-savvy market, transparency is more than a trend—it’s a trade advantage.

“Bartenders and buyers today are flipping bottles and reading labels,” Adrienne says. “So we keep it simple: what’s on the label is what’s in the bottle.” That clarity has translated into strong trust among trade professionals and repeat orders from cocktail bars and gourmet retailers looking to offer something genuinely elevated.

Warn Reserve Cocktail Co- Product Line

Warn Reserve Cocktail Co- Product Line

Pacific Northwest Spirit, National Appeal

Rooted in Boise but inspired by the broader Pacific Northwest, Warn Reserve infuses its product line with a sense of place—bold, layered, and distinctly wild. That approach has led to national collaborations with like-minded distilleries such as Grand Teton Distillery, Lionheart Whiskey and Clear Water Distilling.

The product design, too, resonates with premium positioning: clean lines, elegant labeling and shelf presence that signals quality.

New Flavors, Growing Opportunities

This year’s newest additions—Chocolate Guava Bitters and Chile Lime Bitters—are already generating buzz among bartenders seeking unexpected yet mixable profiles.

For trade buyers, the appeal lies in both versatility and differentiation. These bitters work beautifully in craft cocktails, yes—but also lend themselves to culinary applications and experiential tastings. And with a growing presence online and in stores like Albertsons, as well as on Amazon, Etsy, and Faire, Warn Reserve offers a solid distribution footprint and wholesale pricing options that support scale.

Why Add Warn Reserve to Your Portfolio?

  • Award-winning quality (Clinched Silver Medals at the Bartender Spirits Awards)
  • No artificial ingredients or colorants
  • Regionally sourced, small-batch production
  • Appeals to both craft bars and premium retailers
  • Proven consumer appeal and on-trade versatility
  • Open to collaborative partnerships and new markets

“Whether you’re crafting your next bar program or looking to stock standout mixers for your clientele, Warn Reserve delivers flavors that elevate and inspire,” says Adrienne. “Let’s build something delicious together.”

Ready to bring Warn Reserve to your shelves or backbar? Connect with the team at info@warnreserve.com or call 208-921-4851 to explore wholesale pricing and distribution opportunities.

Header image sourced from Adrienne Warn, Co-Founder of Warn Reserve Cocktail Co.

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