ATLANTA, GA, August 28, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- For 40 years, Dragon Con fans have helped make Labor Day weekend one of Atlanta's most recognizable traditions. As fans from across the country and around the world return for the convention's 40th anniversary, Atlanta Hard Cider Co. & Distillery is raising a glass to the community with two commemorative products made in Marietta for the celebration: Dragon Con Vodka and Dragon Con Apple Pie Craft Cider.

Atlanta Distillery returns as the Official Vodka of Dragon Con for a second consecutive year, while Apple Pie Craft Cider expands the collaboration with a new release for 2026. From branded hotel bars and specialty cocktails to fan events and local retailers, both products will be available throughout the Dragon Con footprint in downtown Atlanta from September 3 to 7.

"We make everything in Marietta, so there's something special about welcoming Dragon Con fans with products made right here," said Mark Deno, founder of Atlanta Distillery. "This partnership lets us share a little more of Atlanta with people coming from all over the world."

Where to Find Dragon Con Vodka and Apple Pie Cider

Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Dragon Con Vodka and Apple Pie Cider will be available at the Lobby Market, seven Dragon Con-branded satellite bars and Twenty-Two Storys Lobby Bar. Guests can also try The 1986, a specialty cocktail made with Dragon Con Vodka.

Hilton Atlanta
Both products will be available at Hilton Atlanta, including a featured display at The MarketPlace. The MarketPlace will also offer a Dragon Con Bundle featuring one 750 mL bottle of Dragon Con Vodka and four 8-ounce Filthy Bloody Mary pouches. Trader Vic's will host a Dragon Con Vodka and Red Bull tasting and promotion Friday from 5 to 7 p.m., featuring a cocktail made with Dragon Con Vodka and Red Bull Energy Drink.

Westin Peachtree Plaza
Bar 210 will serve Dragon Con Vodka cocktails and Apple Pie Cider. Both products will also be available in the hotel's grab-and-go convenience store, and Apple Pie Cider will be offered through room service.

Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown
Dragon Con Vodka and Apple Pie Cider will be available through the hotel's grab-and-go area and featured product display.

Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery
Max Lager's will offer Apple Pie Cider along with a specialty cocktail featuring Dragon Con Vodka.

Dragon Con Events and Activations

Red Phone Booth and 207 Peachtree
Red Phone Booth will transform from red to blue for a Doctor Who-inspired Dragon Con experience, with programming extending across Red Phone Booth, Amalfi, Peachtree Sporting Club and American Dive. A collectible comic-book-style cocktail menu will feature Dragon Con Vodka, Dragon Con Apple Pie Craft Cider and Short Barrel's Dragon Con Whiskey across the four venues.

The Dragon Con Cigar Group Kickoff will take place Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Red Phone Booth. The event will feature Dragon Con specialty cocktails, giveaways and swag.

On Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, fans can gather for a Dragon Con Parade Watch Party and Disco Breakfast in the Grand Ballroom.

Fans can follow @atldistillery and @atlantahardcider for announcements regarding additional tastings, cocktails and activations throughout Dragon Con weekend.

Take Dragon Con Home

Fans can purchase Dragon Con Vodka and Apple Pie Cider from participating Atlanta-area retailers, including:

• Peachtree Package Store (300 Peachtree Street)
• Sol's Liquor (186 Courtland Street)
• Green's on Ponce (737 Ponce de Leon Avenue)
• Publix at Piedmont (595 Piedmont Avenue)
• Kroger (725 Ponce de Leon Avenue)

Online ordering is also available at DragonConSpirits.com through September 30. Products and special packages are limited and available while supplies last.

About Atlanta Hard Cider Co. & Distillery
Atlanta Hard Cider Co. & Distillery is a Marietta-based craft cidery and distillery known for producing award-winning beverages and hosting creative, community-driven events. Its small-batch portfolio includes hard cider, vodka, gin, apple brandies and other specialty seasonal releases.

Website: https://atlantahardcider.com

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