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Perhaps the least discussed segment of the organic beverage industry is organic liquors.  While there are a growing number of organic wineries and micro-breweries, few certified organic distilleries are in existence.  We recently had a chance to chat with the Founders of ORGANIC NATION & Pacific Botanicals, who have developed a unique partnership whereby the latter produces organic rye for the former’s organic vodkas.  The interview appears here as part of our Eco-Chats series.  This partnership allows O-N to source rye from scarcely more than an hour away, as opposed to importing from a much further distance, saving on distribution costs and the environment at the same time.

Both Diane Paulson and Mark Wheeler take their impact on the environment seriously, as these long-time Oregon residents believe in building a business around the principles of sustainability.  We enjoyed hearing the story of their ongoing partnership, and hope you do, too.