Beginning its journey in the American brewing industry in 1996 under the Ballast Point Brewing Company (founded by Jack White), Cutwater Spirits was officially launched in 2017 as a spin-off from Ballast’s distillery business and was founded by Yuseff Cherney - Ballest’s previous head brewer. Later purchased by Anheuser-Busch in 2019, the brand has become one of the United States’ leading producers of ready-to-drink cocktails. Using its own distinct liquor in each product offered, Cutwater Spirits has grown in popularity among its US consumers and was awarded a trio of medals including Best Ready-To-Drink Cocktail, Best Tequila, and Best Rum from the L. A Spirits Awards. Specializing in mixed cocktail beverages, the brand also offers bottled spirits, frozen cocktail pops, and mixers.