COLUMBUS ZOO ANNOUNCES HIGH BANK AS LOCAL SPIRITS SPONSOR FOR 2025 RENDEZOO
Columbus, OH – April 15, 2025 – High Bank Distillery Co. is thrilled to announce its role as the official local spirit sponsor for RendeZOO 2025, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s most enchanting fundraising event of the year. Set for Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 7:00 - 11:00 PM, this Oz-themed extravaganza promises a wickedly good time, with High Bank Distillery’s signature spirits taking center stage.
“As a local Columbus company, we’re thrilled to partner with the Columbus Zoo as the primary drink sponsor for RendeZOO 2025,” said Adam Hines, Co-Founder of High Bank Distillery. ““The Zoo’s commitment to conservation, from protecting endangered species to restoring habitats worldwide, inspires us all. We’re proud to support their mission by bringing our craft spirits to this magical evening, celebrating both community and the vital work of preserving wildlife for future generations.”
RendeZOO transforms the Columbus Zoo into a magical, after-hours adventure, blending live music, comedy, animal encounters, local art, zoo rides, and complimentary food and drinks from top Columbus-area vendors. High Bank Distillery will elevate the evening with a selection of craft cocktails and spirits, perfectly complementing the event’s vibrant atmosphere. Guests can sip on expertly crafted drinks while exploring the Zoo’s stunning regions, enjoying performances by comedians Lucy Darling, Erin Jackson, and Pete Lee, and dancing to live music.
High Bank Distillery will be crafting exclusive cocktails featuring their signature (614) Vodka and Statehouse Gin, created to capture the spirit of the evening. In addition, High Bank has collaborated with Nocterra Brewing Co. to curate a unique cocktail featuring a reduction of Nocterra’s California Swell Line beer into a simple syrup, blending their shared passion for local craftsmanship to offer guests a one-of-a-kind drink experience.
Tickets for RendeZOO 2025 are on sale now. Don’t miss your chance to join High Bank Distillery and the Columbus Zoo for a magical night!
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.columbuszoo.org/rendezoo. Funds raised during the event will directly contribute to habitat improvements, veterinary care, education programs, and conservation initiatives both locally and worldwide.
About High Bank Distillery Co.
High Bank Distillery Co. is a local Columbus distillery, founded in 2017. Operating an award-winning distillery that obsesses on the creation of high quality, handmade spirits with a focus on blended whiskey. Won Best Blended Whiskey in America in 2021, 2022 and 2023 by the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Drink Local. Drink High Bank. For more information, visit highbankdistillery.com
