Evolving together
Highlight your history, showcase growth and key milestones.
First Milestone
Founded by engineers and whiskey enthusiasts Virag Saksena and Vishal Gauri in San Jose, California. The name “10th Street” reflects its location in the city’s warehouse district.
Second Milestone
Significant acclaim for core whiskeys with medals at major competitions, including Double Gold for STR and other accolades (e.g., San Francisco World Spirits Competition).
Third Milestone
Whisky Bible author Jim Murray names one of their finished whiskies (“Wine Cask Finish Peated Single Malt”) a “Liquid Gold” winner of 2023.
Fourth Milestone
The distillery’s Dragon Triple Cask expression is rated Best of Show at the 2024 Whiskies of the World competition in San Francisco — becoming the brand’s flagship and best-selling whiskey.
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Dedicated artisans crafting exceptional whisky
Virag Saksena
Founder
As the master blender, Sarah brings years of expertise and a deep passion for whisky. Her innovative approach to blending ensures that each release is a harmonious balance of flavors, captivating the palate of whisky lovers everywhere.
Riva Saksena
Chief Distillation Officer
James thrives on innovation. With his years of experience as a Master Distiller, James has transformed our distillery into a leader in the whisky industry. He is among the finest talents in the field.
Colton Bares
Chief Distillation Officer
Aline is one of the passionate individuals who can truly say they love what they do. She mentors our distilling team and fosters a community of whisky enthusiasts.
Jerry Lamm
Chief Quality Officer
Emma, with her extensive knowledge of whisky production, helps us refine our recipes and elevate our offerings. She is passionate about quality and brings her expertise to every bottle we create.