Cadée Distillery, located in Clinton, was recently named as an award winner in the American Distilling Institute 2016 competition. The winning spirit, Cascadia rye whiskey, ages in American oak barrels and finished in 20-year old port barrels imported from Portugal.

“We are thrilled at this early stage to have won such a prestigious award and significant accolades from the distilled spirits community with the release of our first double barrel finished rye whiskey,” a press release said.

The recognition will help grow Cadée Distillery’s business, continue to support the community and charitable organizations and promote Whidbey Island on a global level, according to the press release. Cadée Distillery spirits are sold at local stores and restaurants. They can also be purchased online at www.cadeedistillery.com.