The resolution congratulates the Village Garage Distillery in Bennington, Vermont, for winning a silver medal at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for their debut spirit, Bonfire, a smoked maple bourbon. Established in 2021 by native Vermonters Matt Cushman and Glen Sauer, the distillery focuses on creating high-quality spirits using locally sourced ingredients. Bonfire is crafted from Vermont grains and water, enhanced with Vermont smoked maple syrup, and is designed to evoke the warmth of gatherings around a campfire.

The San Francisco World Spirits Competition is highly regarded for its rigorous blind-tasting process, and the recognition of Bonfire has elevated the distillery's profile on an international scale. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's pride in the distillery's achievement and encourages their continued efforts in producing exceptional locally sourced spirits, which are available at their restaurant, regional retailers, and online. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the Village Garage Distillery to commemorate this honor.