Distillery Discovery - Righand Distillery
I LOVE the Craft Distillery Culture! Terry Evans is with Jamie Stewart from Rig Hand Distillery to discuss their innovative products, including a garlic vodka Caesar and aged corn whiskey. The conversation highlights the distillery's commitment to local ingredients, community engagement, and their unique event space that hosts live music and weddings. Jamie shares insights into the production process and the creative ideas behind their canned cocktails, showcasing the distillery's dedication to quality and innovation in the craft spirits industry.
Takeaways
Rig Hand Distillery offers a unique garlic vodka Caesar.
The canned cocktails feature a salted rim for convenience.
Production involves labor-intensive processes with real ingredients.
Their corn whiskey is a local alternative to bourbon.
The distillery emphasizes community and local sourcing.
They host live music and events at their venue.
The kitchen incorporates their spirits into the food menu.
Rig Hand Distillery was the first in the Edmonton area.
They are celebrating their 10-year anniversary this year.
The distillery has a diverse portfolio of over 80 products.
Chapters
(00:00)-Introduction to Rig Hand Distillery
(02:59)-Innovative Canned Cocktails
(06:02)-Exploring Aged Whiskeys
(09:00)-Community Engagement and Events