Shadow Ridge Spirits Company operates out of an industrial space on Industry Street in Oceanside, California, bringing craft distillation to North County San Diego. Founded by husband-and-wife team Mike and Michelle Bowers, the distillery launched in 2018 after Mike’s military career ended and he decided to turn his homebrewing passion into something bigger. The couple converted a warehouse unit into their production facility, installing custom copper stills and creating a tasting room where visitors can sample their small-batch spirits. They focus primarily on whiskey, bourbon, and flavored spirits, with everything distilled on-site using traditional methods combined with their own innovations. The operation reflects their commitment to quality over quantity, with Mike handling the distillation process while Michelle manages the business side and customer experience. What started as a retirement project has evolved into a legitimate craft distillery serving both locals and tourists exploring San Diego’s growing spirits scene.