Driven By Passion:
About Us

Founder Gil Spaier was born and raised in New York and educated as an Architect in New Orleans. Both cities were essential to the formation and continuation of American Cocktail Culture. Having lived in Newark, NJ for the last 20 years he aspired to create in Newark the vibrant beverage and music culture which captivated him in New Orleans and New York. All Points West Distillery opened its doors September 2017, creating innovative and high quality spirits; opening it’s doors to the public for tours and tastings.

To date, All Point West Distillery has won Whiskey of the Year for its Malt and Grain Whiskey at the USA Spirits Ratings competition in San Francisco, Double Gold for its Cathouse Pink Pepper Gin at the John Barleycorn Awards in Texas and received 91 Points for its Mid Atlantic Pot Still Rye from Whiskey Advocate. Seven of its eight stock products have won either Gold or Double Gold medals.

Meet the Team

  • Gil Spaier

    PARTNER, DISTILLERY MANAGER

  • Kate Zuckerman

    PARTNER, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

  • Evelyn Kalka

    PARTNER, DESIGN DIRECTOR

  • Adam Lio

    HEAD DISTILLER, WHISKEY

  • Jace Davis

    HEAD DISTILLER, GIN/VODKA/RUM

  • Svetlana Dale

    SALES / SOCIAL MEDIA

  • Mike Pulcinella

    FARMERS MARKETS MANAGER

  • Anastasia Bez

    HEAD BARTENDER

  • Brent Weber

    SALES

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