CRAFT DISTILLERY

CelloVia, Inc. / Chicagoland Spirits, Inc.

Elk Grove Village,
Illinois
— Vodka, Gin, Whiskey

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📞 (844) 842-2100
🌐 http://www.cellovia.com/
📍 45 Gordon St, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

ABOUT THIS DISTILLERY

CelloVia operates as a contract distiller and spirits producer in Elk Grove Village, about 30 minutes northwest of Chicago. Founded by industry veterans who saw an opportunity in the growing craft spirits market, they’ve built a modern facility that produces spirits for other brands while developing their own Chicagoland Spirits line. The operation runs out of an industrial space on Gordon Street, where they’ve installed professional-grade equipment to handle both small custom runs and larger production batches. Their setup allows them to produce vodka, gin, whiskey, and specialty spirits using a combination of traditional methods and modern efficiency. The facility focuses more on production than visitor experience, though they do accommodate tours by appointment. What started as a way to help other entrepreneurs enter the spirits business has evolved into a full-service distillery that’s becoming a quiet force in Illinois craft spirits.

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WHAT SETS THEM APART

CelloVia’s dual identity as both contract distiller and brand owner sets them apart in the Illinois spirits landscape. They’re one of the few facilities in the Chicago area that can take a concept from recipe development through bottling and distribution, helping smaller brands get to market without the massive capital investment of building their own distillery. This business model means they’re constantly experimenting with different mash bills, botanical blends, and production techniques as they work with various clients, creating a knowledge base that feeds back into their own Chicagoland Spirits products.

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THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE

Tours at CelloVia are more industrial and educational than theatrical – you’re seeing a working production facility where efficiency matters as much as craft. The space smells like grain and botanicals, with stainless steel tanks and modern distillation equipment that handles both small batches and larger runs. Tours are typically arranged by appointment and focus on the technical aspects of distillation, from mash preparation through bottling. You’ll get to see how contract distilling works and taste some of their Chicagoland Spirits products, but don’t expect the polished visitor center experience of larger distilleries.

IS IT WORTH VISITING

This appeals most to spirits industry professionals, aspiring distillers, and serious enthusiasts who want to understand the business side of craft distilling. If you’re fascinated by the behind-the-scenes aspects of how smaller brands get their products made, CelloVia offers insights you won’t find at traditional distillery tours. Casual tourists looking for a polished tasting room experience might find it too industrial, but anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of spirits production will appreciate the straightforward, educational approach.

⚠️ VISITING TIPS

Call ahead to schedule a tour since they don’t have regular public hours – this is a working facility first and tourist destination second. The location is in an industrial area, so use GPS and look for the address numbers rather than expecting prominent signage. Ask about their contract distilling process during your visit – it’s genuinely interesting to learn how they help other brands develop and produce spirits. If you’re thinking about starting your own spirits brand, this is one of the most educational stops you can make in the Chicago area.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CelloVia, Inc. / Chicagoland Spirits, Inc. — Visitor FAQ

Do you offer regular public tours?
No, tours are by appointment only since this is primarily a production facility. Call ahead to arrange a visit, especially if you’re interested in learning about contract distilling services.
What’s the difference between your contract distilling and your own brands?
We produce spirits for other companies who want to launch their own brands without building a distillery, while Chicagoland Spirits represents our own line of products. Both operations happen in the same facility using the same equipment.
Can I buy bottles on-site?
Yes, you can purchase Chicagoland Spirits products during your visit, though selection may vary based on current production and inventory levels.

GETTING THERE

Find CelloVia, Inc. / Chicagoland Spirits, Inc.

📍45 Gordon St, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

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📞 (844) 842-2100

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