Holiday Open House!
Saturday, December 15th, 2012
5-7:30 pm
Come on down to listen to some fine music and enjoy in the Holiday Spirit!
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Tasting Room & Gift Shop
Come on down to our distillery for an overview of the distilling process, a brief history of distilling in Lexington, and tastes of our fine spirits!
Thursdays & Fridays: 12pm - 5pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 11am - 3pm
Distillery Profiles
Jeff Wiseman - Owner
Jeff attended the University of Kentucky and Georgetown College prior to starting an air freight company which eventually covered most of the eastern United States. He sold the business in 2005 to pursue construction and distilling. He is also the father of 2 boys with his wife of many years, Kathryne. He is a die hard fisherman, fishing the streams and rivers, lakes and saltwater of North America.
Peter Wright - Owner
Pete spent a year in the back country of the Gambia working in AIDS prevention, is a veteran of the US ARMY (Military Police) and graduated from Davidson College. A neurologist, he earned his Medical Degree at the University of Kentucky, and trained at Wake Forest University before returning to his hometown of Lexington. He enjoys flying planes, motorcycling, and is an avid sailor and yachtsman.
Rachel Farrar - Northeast Marketing
Rachel is a native of Lexington and a graduate of University of Kentucky's School of Music where she studied Vocal Performance. She now lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Her days are often spent singing in choirs, acting in films and walking her dog, Sophia Loren. Her favorite things are vintage clothing and fine spirits. Rachel markets our products in the greater New York metropolitan area.
Paul Borntraeger - Mixologist
A Kentucky Native and resident, Paul Borntraeger enjoys the outdoor pursuits of his home state, to include being an active crosscountry runner. Working at the distillery allows him the unique opportunity to have a hand in developing the products he later works with behind the bar. From growing herbs and spices for cocktails in his backyard to distilling with Jeff and Pete, Paul is always involved in the quest for the right drink.
Latest News
Dec 13
2011
Holiday Open House
Come on down to our distillery Saturday, December 17th, from 4-7pm for a little Holiday Cheer! We will be hosting a Holiday Open House to thank our friends and fans for the support. We hope you can make it!
Feb 04
2011
Legends of Bourbon Distilling Visit Barrel House
What a day! Barrel House was paid a visit by the Legends of Bourbon Distilling – Left to right: John Rhea- Four Roses, David Hobbs-Heaven Hill, Jimmy Russell-Wild Turkey, Chris Morris-Woodford Reserve, and in the middle of course our own Jeff Wiseman!
Jan 13
2011
In The News: Lexington Distillery Makes Legal Moonshine
Our friends at WKYT recently featured our distillery in a news story. Check it out!
Aug 06
2010
Party Source Featured Vodka – November 2011
Check us out at The Party Source in Northern Kentucky during the month of November 2011. Pure Blue Vodka will be the featured vodka for the month. Go to www.thepartysource.com for more information.
Feb 12
2010
New Website, Fresh Out of the Barrel
As you’ve probably noticed by now, we’ve launched our new website! We hope our new look will better reflect what we’re all about, as well as more effectively give you a glimpse into the world [...]
Feb 01
2010
Barrel House Now Shipping Outside of Kentucky
In our first year in Business we were working to meet the demand of Kentucky. February 1, 2010 we made our first shipment outside of the state, beginning distribution [...]
