Across 8 recorded scans from 21 August 2026 to 4 October 2026, St. George Spirits's single-scan score moved from 12.2% to 13.3%, up 1.1 percentage points. Latest recorded scan 13.3% on 4 October 2026; combined-window score 12.0%.
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Individual recorded scans. Each row is one scan on one date. The published combined-window score is 12.0% over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026, measured across every answer in that window — a different sample from any single row below.
Scan date
Single-scan score
21 August 2026
12.2%
24 August 2026
11.6%
30 August 2026
12.9%
6 September 2026
12.4%
13 September 2026
12.5%
20 September 2026
10.7%
27 September 2026
10.2%
4 October 2026
13.3%
Latest scan = one scan. Overall visibility = all answers in the published window.
Visibility across AI platforms
Share of answers naming this brand
ChatGPT
15.6%
Perplexity
8.9%
AI Overviews
11.4%
21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026 (scans 1–8)
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It appears in 15.6% of collected ChatGPT answers and 8.9% of Perplexity answers: a difference of 6.7 percentage points within the published window. This describes where mentions occur; it does not establish why the platforms differ.
Named across 52 of 150 questions.
St. George Spirits appears in at least one collected answer to 34.7% of the tracked questions. That is question coverage; the 12.0% visibility score measures its share of individual answers.
Across 8 published scans, visibility ranged from 10.2% to 13.3%. The latest scan was 13.3% on 4 October 2026. Individual scan scores and the published-window score describe different samples.
The brand is named in at least one collected answer to each of these questions.
Best American amaro
Best American brandy
Best American craft distilleries
Best American craft vodka
Best American distilleries
Best American distillery to visit
Examples from the published question set. A mention on one platform does not mean every platform names the brand.
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Prompts that surface other brands
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Best American whiskey distilleries (Westland Distillery, Stranahan's, Westward Whiskey)
Best American spirits brands right now (Westland Distillery, Uncle Nearest, WhistlePig)
Best American whiskey brands (WhistlePig, Stranahan's, Westward Whiskey)
Best natural wine brands America (Frey Vineyards, Martha Stoumen Wines, Donkey & Goat)
Best organic wine America (Frey Vineyards, Martha Stoumen Wines, Frog's Leap Winery)
Best organic wineries America (Tablas Creek Vineyard, Frey Vineyards, Frog's Leap Winery)
Competitor names are shown where they appear in the collected examples.
Recorded AI questions and answers
Recorded examples from the scan. Each card pairs a shopper’s prompt with an excerpt from the AI response.
Google AI Overviews
The question asked
Best American made spirits
From the recorded answer
St. George Absinthe Verte & Terroir Gin: [St.
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Recorded answer text · Google AI Overviews · 4 October 2026
The best American-made spirits span iconic heritage brands and acclaimed craft distilleries producing world-class whiskey, gin, and vodka.
### Top American Whiskeys & Bourbons
- Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon: Buffalo Trace Distillery produces legendary, highly sought-after bourbons known for rich caramel, oak, and complex spice profiles.
- Jack Daniel's Old No. 7: As a classic Tennessee Whiskey, it offers a distinct charcoal-mellowed sweetness that makes it a top-selling American spirit globally.
- Westland Garryana American Single Malt: Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, Westland Distillery crafts innovative single malt whiskies that regularly win top national and international awards.
- Bainbridge Battle Point Organic Wheat Whiskey: Bainbridge Organic Distillers in Washington state has earned high acclaim for grain and wheat expressions using locally sourced organic ingredients.
### Outstanding American Gin & Vodka
- Tito's Handmade Vodka: Distilled in Austin, Texas, Tito's is corn-based, gluten-free, and stands as one of the best-selling and most beloved domestic vodkas in the country.
- St. George Absinthe Verte & Terroir Gin: St. George Spirits out of Alameda, California, pioneers craft distilling with boundary-pushing, botanically rich spirits that capture local terroir.
- Barr Hill Gin: Crafted in Vermont by Caledonia Spirits, this gin features raw honey added after distillation, giving it a unique floral and juniper-forward profile.
To help narrow down the best bottle for your bar or gift, tell me:
- What type of spirit do you prefer (bourbon, rye, gin, vodka, rum)?
- What is your price range?
- Do you prefer smooth and sweet or bold and spicy flavor profiles?
ChatGPT
The question asked
Best American spirits brands
From the recorded answer
| St. George Spirits | Gin, vodka, brandy | One of America's pioneering craft distilleries | …
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Recorded answer text · ChatGPT · 4 October 2026
If by “American spirits brands” you mean U.S.-made distilled-spirit brands, here's a strong 2026 shortlist. I'm weighting quality, reputation, range, and recent competition results, rather than just sales.
### 🇺🇸 Standout American spirits brands
| Brand | Best known for | Why it stands out |
|---|---|---|
| Woodford Reserve | Bourbon | Excellent all-around premium bourbon |
| Maker's Mark | Bourbon | Classic wheated bourbon with broad appeal |
| Michter's | Bourbon & rye | Highly regarded premium American whiskey |
| WhistlePig | Rye whiskey | One of the most recognizable premium rye specialists |
| Garrison Brothers | Bourbon | Notable Texas-style bourbon; several expressions earned 2026 ACSA medals. americancraftspirits.org |
| Old Forester | Bourbon | Historic brand with a very broad range |
| Jack Daniel's | Tennessee whiskey | Iconic American whiskey brand |
| Four Roses | Bourbon | Particularly strong reputation among bourbon enthusiasts |
| Barrell Craft Spirits | Blended whiskey | Innovative blending and cask-finishing |
| New Riff | Bourbon & rye | Modern craft producer with strong rye credentials |
| St. George Spirits | Gin, vodka, brandy | One of America's pioneering craft distilleries |
| Cotton & Reed | Rum & gin | Particularly impressive recent competition performance: its Aged Rum won Best of Rum at the 2026 American Craft Spirits Awards. americancraftspirits.org |
### 🏆 If I were narrowing it to 5
1. Michter's - premium American whiskey
2. Woodford Reserve - best all-around bourbon brand
3. WhistlePig - standout rye
4. St. George Spirits - best choice for broader American craft spirits
5. Garrison Brothers - distinctive Texas bourbon
The 2026 American Craft Spirits Awards also show how broad the American scene has become: judges evaluated hundreds of spirits across whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, brandy and specialty spirits, with craft producers from across the country taking top honors. americancraftspirits.org
If you meant “best American spirits brands” for a specific category-e.g. bourbon, vodka, gin, rum, or premium/luxury brands-I can rank the top 10 in that category.
Perplexity
The question asked
Best American distilleries
From the recorded answer
St. George Spirits - Alameda, California: A pioneering American craft distiller known for whiskey, brandy, gin, rum, and liqueurs.
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Recorded answer text · Perplexity · 4 October 2026
Here's a strong shortlist of the best American distilleries, balancing whiskey quality, historical importance, visitor experience, and variety:
- Buffalo Trace Distillery - Frankfort, Kentucky: One of the essential bourbon destinations, with a deep portfolio and historic campus.
- Maker's Mark - Loretto, Kentucky: Famous for its red wax seal, scenic grounds, and polished tour experience.
- Woodford Reserve - Versailles, Kentucky: A standout for historic architecture, bourbon-making demonstrations, and premium whiskey.
- Four Roses - Lawrenceburg, Kentucky: Particularly notable for its distinctive blending and approachable tours.
- St. George Spirits - Alameda, California: A pioneering American craft distiller known for whiskey, brandy, gin, rum, and liqueurs.
- Westward Whiskey / House Spirits - Portland, Oregon: A leading Pacific Northwest whiskey producer with a modern urban distillery experience.
- Balcones Distilling - Waco, Texas: Well regarded for bold, distinctive Texas-style whiskey.
- Stranahan's - Denver, Colorado: A prominent American single-malt producer with a strong visitor program.
- St. Augustine Distillery - St. Augustine, Florida: A popular destination for locally inspired spirits and tours.
- Journeyman Distillery - Three Oaks, Michigan: A notable destination distillery combining whiskey production, hospitality, and sustainable practices.
- McClintock Distilling - Frederick, Maryland: An award-recognized Maryland distillery and a good Mid-Atlantic option.
- Clear Creek Distillery - Portland, Oregon: A craft pioneer especially known for eau de vie, grappa, and whiskey.
Best overall for a first visit: Kentucky's Bourbon Trail-especially Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, Maker's Mark, and Four Roses.
Best for craft-spirit variety: St. George Spirits.
Best for an unusual regional style: Balcones or Stranahan's.
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Overall visibility combines answers within the published dates. Some market series accumulate scans from launch; others use four-scan cycles. A new cycle changes the scoring window, while individual scan history is retained. Compare the dates and sample sizes before comparing periods.
In the Found by Flux AI Visibility Index, St. George Spirits ranks #1 among 43 tracked brands for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). Its visibility is 12.0%. It was named in 431 of 3,599 AI answers across 52 of 150 tracked questions, averaging position 1.4 when mentioned.
Source: Found by Flux · ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. Visibility measures mentions in this sample, not sales or recommendation quality.
The scores, explained.
The scope, scores and comparisons behind this brand profile.
What is this brand’s AI Visibility Score?
Found by Flux records 12.0% AI visibility for St. George Spirits in Wine & Spirits · United States, measured over 21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026. It ranks #1 among 43 tracked brands.
How often does AI mention this brand?
St. George Spirits was named in 431 of 3,599 collected AI answers, across 52 of 150 tracked questions, for Wine & Spirits · United States (21 August 2026 – 4 October 2026). A mention can include a comparison or qualification; it is not necessarily a recommendation.
How is the AI Visibility Score calculated?
Found divides the number of collected answers naming St. George Spirits by all 3,599 answers in the published Wine & Spirits · United States sample, then multiplies by 100. The same question set is used across ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews. See the Found methodology for the scope and limitations.
