About Us
Our History
We’re doing things at Moonrise Distillery like they’ve been done since the early 1950s. While at times it seems like an old-fashioned, inefficient process, our use of tried and true methods and time consuming double-distillation removes impurities for a more refined sipping bourbon and rye whiskey. And unlike most distillers, we let our spirits tell us when they are ready - aging by taste and not by time.
Artisan Crafted
Pairing the spirit with the perfect barrel is imperative to producing the pleasant butter and vanilla notes characteristic of Moonrise Georgia Bourbon and Rye Whiskey. The proper amount of “toast” and “char” open pores in the brand new American white oak and caramelizes the natural sugars in the wood. And of course the wood in our barrels is first aged a minimum of 9 months outdoors.
Award-Winning Products
Our bourbon and rye products enjoy national and international recognition and are currently in distribution across 7 states. First produced in 2013 the aged products were introduced to market after 3 full years of aging in 30 gallon barrels in 2017.
Since their introduction the spirits have won 3 gold medals in international competitions at the Global Spirit Awards in Las Vegas, MicroLiquor Spirit awards in Los Angelos and the International Spirit Competition in New York City. Both the bourbon and rye have recently been rated 92 and 90 respectively by Tasting Panel Magazine - the authority in the spirit market.
Our Distillery Venue
The Front Porch at Moonrise
Nothing more relaxing than our 80 foot covered front porch. Enjoy the mountains, our craft cocktails and award winning craft spirits.
Our Event Lawn
Bring your favorite chair or blanket and relax on the turf. Picnic baskets are welcome every day and are perfect during one of our concerts.
Band and Event Stage
Amazing talent like the American Rock Club band are now entertaining crowds in our mountain concert venue.
Grotto and Reserve Tables
Enjoy a cocktail and perhaps a picnic at our stage side grotto area.
Distillery Cocktail and Tasting Bar
Our cocktail and tasting bar is located inside the distillery. Enjoy ready to drink craft cocktails while relaxing with others while you watch us make award winning spirits.
Outdoor Fire Pit
Relax by the fire at our stage side fire pit.
Moonrise Ambassador Club
Be a Moonrise Ambassador
Moonrise Ambassador Club
Whether you’re after a smooth, full-bodied and flavored bourbon to sip neat or something with layers of complexity to use in your favorite cocktail, we have a Moonrise expression for you. If you like what we are about and are ready to take this relationship to the next level consider becoming a Moonrise Ambassador. Enjoy special events, access to unique Ambassador product offerings and information, special discounts and the opportunity to help us spread the word about Moonrise.
We’ll also put your name on a special barrel and let you sample and nurture it throughout it’s aging process. Once it’s ready we’ll let you visit Moonrise, bottle the batch and take home a few personalized bottles.
We think that’s worth the wait. The initial cost of $275 and annual renewal of $200/year entitles you to $5 discounts on bottle purchases, $2 discounts on cocktails, 10% merchandise discount (like our cool Yeti's), your own Glencairn whiskey glass to take home and access to Ambassador only product and merchandise releases, Ambassador Club leather coaster and Moonrise Distillery hat.
Of course tastings and tours are free for Ambassadors as they enjoy the use of an Ambassador glass during their visit. There’s always something going on at our little distillery and we hope to see you soon. Click here to join the club.
