In this episode, you visit Big Creek Distilling Company in Dahlonega, Georgia, where a family-owned business is transforming the region’s moonshining past into a modern whiskey tradition. Host David Zelski takes you inside the still house to taste bourbon, gin, and even gold-infused moonshine while exploring the history that shaped North Georgia spirits.
David Zelski takes you to Rabun County to meet Doug Nasser of Moonrise Distillery, where pristine mountain water and local partnerships drive a passion for crafting exceptional spirits. Discover how this small Georgia distillery is making a big name for itself.
Let's go to Richland, Ga., home of the Richland Distilling Company, where single-estate rum is crafted from field to bottle. Learn how this small-town distillery, one of the few in the world to grow its own sugar cane and distill on-site, is setting new standards in American spirits. The distillery has gained international recognition, including admiration from former President Jimmy Carter for its commitment to local agriculture and sustainability. Discover how Richland Rum is revitalizing the community, preserving agricultural heritage, and putting Georgia on the global spirits map.
