ABOUT US
Meet the Family Behind the Spirits
Zachary Riehemann
President
Meet Zack, our company president who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With over 10 years of service at the Maternal & Child Health Branch of the Hawai’i Department of Health, Zack skillfully navigates the business side of our company, ensuring our success and growth. His dedication and leadership have been instrumental in shaping our vision and direction.
Amy Riehemann
Director of Agriculture and Community Relations
Meet Amy, a passionate advocate for native Hawaiian plants, sustainability, and community. With a background in kupuna care management across Oahu and a lifelong connection to farming, she brings a unique blend of knowledge, aloha spirit, and community dedication. As Director of Agriculture and Community Relations, Amy nurtures growth and connection, with a deep commitment to her community. Her home is always filled with the warmth of ‘ohana and community alike.
Ashley Hupp
Sales Manager
Meet Ashley, our vibrant sales manager and the face of our brand at trade shows and events. Known to many as the Paradise Bartender, Ashley brings infectious energy and charm to every gathering, making her the life of the party. When she’s not shaking up sales, she’s sharing her passion for our spirits with enthusiasm and expertise. Ashley is the perfect blend of business savvy and aloha spirit.
Jared Hupp
Lead Distiller
Meet Jared, our lead distiller. Jared is the creative force behind our family’s spirits, bringing a level of expertise and artistry to every bottle. He loves experimenting with fruits from the land and is passionate about fermentation. When not distilling, Jared enjoys slow-cooking his signature brisket. If he looks familiar you might remember him from his days bartending at Coconut Willy’s. That same charm and hospitality are infused in every sip of our spirits.
Our Story
Island Distillers: Family-Owned and Operated
Growing up on a farm as children we watched and helped our family tend to our land, cultivating the soil and harvesting the fruits of our labor. This instilled in us a deep respect for the land, community, and the importance of farming.
A Passion for Distillation
Our journey into distillation began with a curiosity about the art of transforming raw ingredients into unique, handcrafted spirits. We experimented with different techniques, recipes, and ingredients, always pushing the boundaries of what was possible.
Island Distillers was founded on a simple yet ambitious vision: to create exceptional, small-batch spirits that showcase the essence of Hawai‘i using native Hawai‘ian plants. Today, we’re proud to be a sibling-owned distillery, dedicated to using only the finest, locally-sourced ingredients in our products. From our farm-to-bottle approach to our commitment to sustainability, every aspect of our business is guided by a passion for quality, community, and Aloha.
Our Story, Your Spirit
At Island Distillers, we’re dedicated to sharing the spirit of Hawai‘i with the world. Join us on this journey, and taste the difference that passion, tradition, and a commitment to excellence can make.
