Merry Distilling and Happy Eau de Vie!

Well, 2011 has arrived.  We celebrated Christmas with lots of family and brought in the New Year with great friends.  And the kids went back to school today after a long, but much needed, break. 

I am sure you can imagine what Tom was doing on his days off over the Holiday.  You would be right if you suspect he distilled and distilled and distilled. 

Each fermentation has its own unique quality and we are still testing out various theories or fermentation until we can settle on the best process for our Applejack--part of the fun of being an artisan in this craft!  But we are so excited about the quality of what is has been coming off the stills and being entered into the barrels.  It will be hard to remain patient, but the wood needs time to do its thing.

So, Happy New Year!  Cheers!