In The News: Barrel Proof Notes

Barrel Proof Notes made 13th Colony a stop on its recent Route One Corridor journey, finding the Georgia craft distillery a place “Where South Georgia Heat Becomes Part of the Whiskey.” 

The article dives into the distillery’s 2009 start and its philosophy of aging whiskey to taste, not just time. It also explores how the South Georgia region’s unique climate –  “Americus gets hot. Not merely warm, but deep-South, middle-of-summer hot.” – offers the perfect environment for aging whiskey.  

“13th Colony isn’t trying to imitate Kentucky and attach a Georgia address to the bottle,” reports Barrel Proof Notes. “Its emerging whiskey identity is increasingly tied to Americus. The climate affects the barrels. The barrels influence the blending. The blending determines when the whiskey is ready.”

From the culinary story of the distillery’s Master Distiller to the distillery’s craft approach to everyday and specialty aged spirits, the article takes readers on a behind-the-scenes look at this family-owned and operated distillery. 

“We can’t say enough about our pride in South Georgia, and we just love that Barrel Proof Notes recognized that this area – the climate, our people, deep roots – is such a big part of our story,” said Maxwell Darby, president, 13th Colony. “We’re always glad to show visitors around the distillery and talk about what makes our bourbon and rye whiskeys great sipping experiences.”

The article notes, “The Route One Corridor exists to find places where geography, history, people and whiskey intersect in ways that deserve more attention. By that measure, 13th Colony belongs near the top of the list.”

Read the full article at Barrel Proof Notes. 

Learn more about the distillery’s history and spirits at 13thColonyDistilery.com.