Sharla M. O.

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Joshua Tree Distilling Company is a small family-owned business located in the Morongo Basin near the west entrence to Joshua Tree National Park. We manufacture small-batch craft spirits, including: Lost Horse Whiskey, Giant Rock Gin, Black Hole Vodka, and a selection of agave spirits and reserve releases. Our products have received numerous industry awards including Double Gold and Best in Category medals. We give 1% of our sales back to local environmental non-profits including the Joshua Tree National Park Association. Our tasting room is open to the public 7-days per week for tours and tastings. Our motto is "Here to Raise your Spirits".

They say that by 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish by weight. We say that by 2050, there will be more fish in the ocean than plastic by weight. PATH is on a mission to redefine sustainability by putting a refillable bottle in the hands of every individual and encouraging humanity to break free from single-use plastic. Our REvolution grows daily, propelled by the global consumer demand for sustainable and reusable alternatives in bottled water packaging. Our commitment to sustainability extends to teaming up with other brands to curb their plastic waste. Through our Co-Brand Program, we collaborate with corporations giving them a tangible initiative and a sleek cobranded bottle to increase reuse. Our partners proudly display their commitment to change, signaling to the world that their brand is part of the solution to #refillit. We’re thrilled about our Partnerships to Save the Planet with a growing brand roster that includes 1Hotel, 4 Seasons, State Farm, Intuit, Facebook, Rivian, Enphase, Lockheed Martin, 7-Eleven, Dropbox, 10 Tree, Kayak, Hasbro, Nickelodeon, MLB Post Season, Adidas, California Science Center, San Francisco State University, Wisconsin Union, Yellowstone National Park, Orangetheory Fitness, and Barrys. Join the REvolution to #refillit!

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Joshua Tree Distilling Company is a small family-owned business located in the Morongo Basin near the west entrence to Joshua Tree National Park. We manufacture small-batch craft spirits, including: Lost Horse Whiskey, Giant Rock Gin, Black Hole Vodka, and a selection of agave spirits and reserve releases. Our products have received numerous industry awards including Double Gold and Best in Category medals. We give 1% of our sales back to local environmental non-profits including the Joshua Tree National Park Association. Our tasting room is open to the public 7-days per week for tours and tastings. Our motto is "Here to Raise your Spirits".

ESELO was founded by Sharla and Leo Ortega, uniting their two lives and two crafts. Sharla, a fourth-generation California farmer, brings a deep connection to the land, its legacy, and the systems that protect it. Leo, a mechanical engineer with an MBA in finance, brings precision and innovation to every stage of production. At the heart of ESELO is a simple promise: to craft exceptional, small-batch spirits that inspire connection, gathering, and unforgettable memories. Each limited release is made with care and designed to be shared in the moments where stories begin. A spirit of intention, ESELO is built on four pillars: Quality Rooted in Vision – Born from Sharla and Leo’s shared vision, blending creativity, innovation, and dedication to spirits made with purpose and built to endure. A Proprietary Process – Our patent-pending process is carefully monitored at every stage. By pairing innovation with precision, we set a higher standard for what premium spirits can be. Small-Batch, by Design – Every release is intentionally limited, crafted for those who value rarity, meaning, and uncompromising quality. Experience You Can Taste – From authentic, additive-free agave spirits to curated premium bourbon, every sip of ESELO carries a true badge of excellence. ESELO is more than a spirits brand. It’s an invitation to raise a glass, share a moment, and carry forward a story that’s born to be retold.