Story of Vinn: What’s in a name?

The original name our dad wanted to call our products was “5 siblings” (direct translation from the Chinese characters). Playing off that – one thing that the 5 siblings shared is the same middle name “Vinn”. So that was the decided name of company and products.

Ancient recipe

This recipe has been in our family for well over 7 generations – over 400 years – We have been distilling alcohol for medicinal purposes, celebrations, and everyday consumption. Back in the days of living in tiny villages in China and Vietnam, alcohol was not easily available.

Ly family

Tracing the family tree, the Ly ancestors were originally from China and about 4 generations ago, migrated down to North Vietnam – just 15 miles south of China borders – hoping for a better life. The current generation brought it full circle when we were deported from Vietnam back to China. Regardless of what country we lived in, we carried on the tradition of our ancestors by making Mijiu and Baijiu where ever we went.

Our Distillery

Vinn is proudly crafted in Wilsonville, Oregon.