In June 2025, Frey Ranch Distillery received many honors at this year’s ASCOT Awards, with a total of 28 medals awarded to its portfolio of bourbon, ryes, and specialty American whiskeys. The Fallon-based distillery took home the title of “Most Awarded Distillery of the Year” with five double platinum medals and 16 platinum medals in a variety of categories. The Fallon-based distillery took home the title of “Most Awarded Distillery of the Year” with five double platinum medals and 16 platinum medals in a variety of categories. Out of hundreds of submissions across multiple spirits categories — including domestic and international whiskey, tequila, gin, vodka, rum, and others — Frey Ranch was the most awarded distillery in this year’s competition. The platinum medal winners include Frey Ranch Farm Strength Uncut, Frey Ranch 100% Barley Whiskey, Frey Ranch 100% Wheat Whiskey and Frey Ranch 100% Oat Whiskey, among other expressions.
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