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Customers want something special - a craft beer brewed locally, a wine hand-picked by a sommelier, or a spirit distilled in small batches.When it comes to craft beer, the choices seem endless. There are increasing numbers of local breweries, all serving up their own take on brews, as well as interactive experiences at their locations.However, the options are significantly more limited when it comes to spirits, with far fewer local distilleries listed alongside larger\u0026nbsp;name brands.If you don’t want a large-scale brand, and you instead want a quality drink with traceable origins, you may find yourself asking:What's the refined drinker to choose?Aristotle Spirits: for the refined drinkerModern consumers are looking for something with a great taste and a great price, but also for\u0026nbsp;something with soul, and Aristotle Spirits does just that with our small-batch craft spirits.We make each batch with a combination of passion and scientific precision, infusing our mission into each spirit. Aristotle Spirits will not just make a great product; we will be an integral part of our community, embracing the responsibility of promoting a healthy relationship with alcohol.\u0026nbsp;Who We AreAristotle Spirits creates unique craft spirit products distilled in Garner, North Carolina, and sourced from local products. The team at Aristotle Spirits brings the precision of a pharmaceutical background to the complex process of creating spirits: from brewing and fermenting, to distilling and aging.Craft drinks are increasing in popularity as consumers no longer want to choose between hardly distinguishable larger brands. Aristotle Spirits approaches the liquor-making process with passion and curiosity, using experimentation and unconventional ideas to create a memorable and quality drink.Our mission is to provide\u0026nbsp;high-quality and unique spirits using locally sourced ingredients to the public.We value quality, sustainability, community, innovation, and great taste.Our Products!Today:Our\u0026nbsp;vodka was available at the grand openingWe added our Philosopher New American\u0026nbsp;Gin after one monthDiscovery Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Apple Cider Casks\u0026nbsp;launched in December 2021, 3 months of concept development to finished product via a 3rd party manufacturerWe launched our Philosopher Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin in January 2022Our Explorer Navy Strength\u0026nbsp;Rum launched April 1, and had a very successful first weekend!Launched Habanero Flavored Vodka for our 1 year celebration We've received Gold Medals for our Vodka and for our first batch of Philosopher Gin\u0026nbsp;made in 2021. (John Barleycorn Awards 2021),\u0026nbsp;Two more Gold Medals\u0026nbsp;at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for our Philosopher Gin and Philosopher Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin, and DOUBLE GOLD for Barrel Aged Gin and Bourbon including 2022 BEST GIN at 2022 John Barleycorn.\u0026nbsp;Entries pending for\u0026nbsp;American Craft Spirits Association Awards.Financial Traction!With $100k in revenue in our first 6 months and now $143k in 1H 2022, we are building a strong revenue trend for the next steps for the company.This graph includes forward looking projections, which are not guaranteedMoving ForwardAs we launch single malt whiskey in July 2022, we look forward to even more opportunities to expand that brand and increase our barrel operations for the future.Our Team!By the NumbersWhy Invest?Aristotle Spirits\u0026nbsp;values\u0026nbsp;quality, integrity, sustainability, community, and innovation – live the Golden Mean!We have unique products:\u0026nbsp;our selection features 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Aristotle Spirits is no more. We were unable to overcome consumer habit changes and market forces and ultimately had to close our doors in less than ideal circumstances. The bank claimed all assets and has liquidated them to cover in part the SBA loan. Under advice from our attorney we have dissolved the business as we had no other assets. I am forever grateful for the investors as they helped us keep the business going for another 2 years, it j...","published_at":"2025-09-24T10:22:44Z","author_name":"Jake Howland","url":"/feed/192695","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/192695"},{"id":155614,"entity_id":"wefunder:feed_item:155614","type":"FeedItem::Update","visibility":"public","title":"1H 2022 Update","preview":"In the last several months, the list of accomplishments just continues to grow. Accomplishments!!Philosopher Bourbon Barrel Aged Gin awarded double gold and BEST GIN for 2022 (from John Barleycorn awards)\u0026nbsp; - builds upon the gold medal at San Francisco received in the springDiscovery Bourbon Awarded Double Gold by John Barleycorn - first competition bourbon entered in!Habanero Vodka released at 1 year anniversary on June 25th - bloody marys instantly one of our best sellersSan Francisco W...","published_at":"2022-07-07T17:38:10Z","author_name":"Jake Howland","url":"/feed/155614","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/feed/155614"}],"q_and_a":[{"id":294446,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:294446","question":"Why is this showing as a \"failure\" in my portfolio? I still see operations on social media.","author_name":"Joseph Cottrell","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-18T17:30:14Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/aristotle.spirits#question-294446","answers":[{"id":294449,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:294449","answer":"We are still operating. We have had a lot of troubles though. Hopefully we will have more news soon as I am working to bring in a new partner. Will try and keep everyone posted.","author_name":"Jake Howland","votes":0,"created_at":"2024-10-18T17:55:22Z"}]},{"id":228534,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:228534","question":"Please explain the convertible notes. Let's just say I invest $1,000. Explain the money trail, I do not understand the earning interest which is converted into stock. Thanks so much! This is interesting!","author_name":"Ginger Bartlett","votes":0,"created_at":"2022-12-14T01:46:13Z","canonical_url":"https://wefunder.com/aristotle.spirits#question-228534","answers":[{"id":228577,"entity_id":"wefunder:comment:228577","answer":"The beauty of a convertible note option is that it allows for growth, without needing to have a proper valuation at the time of investment. So for $1000, it will be earning interest over the next 2 years, so for simplicity sake we can call that $70/year interest. After 2 years its worth $1140, and the idea from there is that it will be converted to actual stock at that point. That is where the discount comes in. With the 20% discount it means that you get that extra 20% of stock value, so for that $1000 initial investment, you get $1425 worth of stock, which then hopefully will grow in value as well the business grows and is successful.","author_name":"Jake Howland","votes":0,"created_at":"2022-12-14T14:23:05Z"}]}],"faq":[{"question":"Please explain the convertible notes. Let's just say I invest $1,000. Explain the money trail, I do not understand the earning interest which is converted into stock. Thanks so much! This is interesting!","answer":"The beauty of a convertible note option is that it allows for growth, without needing to have a proper valuation at the time of investment. So for $1000, it will be earning interest over the next 2 years, so for simplicity sake we can call that $70/year interest. After 2 years its worth $1140, and the idea from there is that it will be converted to actual stock at that point. That is where the discount comes in. With the 20% discount it means that you get that extra 20% of stock value, so for..."},{"question":"Why is this showing as a \"failure\" in my portfolio? I still see operations on social media.","answer":"We are still operating. We have had a lot of troubles though. Hopefully we will have more news soon as I am working to bring in a new partner. Will try and keep everyone posted."}]}}}