A Littleton maker of vodka, whiskey and gin is ceasing operations.

52eighty Distilling, founded in 2018, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy last week. The business started by brothers Erick and Drew Demgen alongside longtime friend Lou Pacenta will liquidate its assets and shut down.

The three men did not respond to requests for comment from BusinessDen.

Filings show dwindling sales over the past three years. Through Oct. 14, the distillery posted $72,629 in 2025 revenue, compared with $97,900 in all of 2024 and $158,040 in 2023.

52eighty sold its liquor on its website, through some retailers and at its tasting room at 10488 W. Centennial Road in Littleton, which has closed. Filings state 52eighty last made its nearly $20,000 monthly rent payment for July. Its lease runs through February 2

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