This month, we had the honor of interviewing Ian Cutler. Ian owns Cutler’s Spirits in the Funk Zone and is a 5th-generation Californian, born and raised in Oakdale, California. Ian has followed in his family’s footsteps in the distilled spirits industry, dating back to 1915 when his great-grandfather Duke was a prohibition moonshine bootlegger.
Ian first came to Santa Barbara in 1999 when he attended UCSB pursuing a major in chemistry. It wasn’t until 2013, over 80 years since Old Duke Cutler started the family in the distilled spirits business, Ian Cutler revitalized the Cutler heritage in distilled spirits, following the same dedication to providing the finest possible spirits to thirsty locals pioneered nearly 4 generations ago.
Cutler’s is now Santa Barbara’s first LEGAL distillery. Their spirits have won numerous awards and mentions including Best of 805. They are dedicated to producing top quality spirits, using fresh local ingredients. Every spirit produced at Cutler’s Artisan is made with a passion for the craft of distilling spirits.
If you’re in or near the Santa Barbara area you can visit their distiller at:
137 Anacapa St. Suite D, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Sample your favorite spirits in their gift shop and tasting room. Open Thur-Sun 1 pm-6 pm.
If you want to find Cutler’s Spirits near you, visit their location finder on their website. (Kylie’s hint: if you are in the Ventura county area and can’t drive up to Santa Barbara, a handful of your favorite restaurants and bars carry Cutler’s as well as Sam’s Saticoy delivers- just visit the link to find where!)
