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Message for full equipment list and brand details. Must be moved to new location. $399,000 CDN May entertain Investor. Beautiful lakeview site in Okanagan Valley with 10 yr old building, patio, restaurant, tasting room and large lawn picknic area in Wine Country please contact for more information. -
Job Description: Production Lead I - Distiller Send Resumes to: caitlin@vadistillery.com The Virginia Distillery Co., an American Single Malt Whisky distillery located in Lovingston, VA is seeking a Production Lead I - Distiller. This position is within our Operations Team organization and will strive to achieve our relentless pursuit of operations excellence. It is a very exciting time to join our fast-paced team where you will have the opportunity to work within a passionate close-knit group and support our rapid national expansion. We work hard to bring our category-defining American Single Malt Whisky to market. Our distilling operations started in November of 2015, and 2020 marked the year we launched our own flagship whisky brand, Courage & Conviction. We continually improve. We think big. We stay positive. This is a full-time position with benefits and will require availability as needed by the production schedule including morning, evening, overnight, or weekend shifts. The role will be located on-site at our Distillery in Lovingston, VA. Key Responsibilities · Maintaining the highest degree of safety with responsibility for yourself and fellow team members · Distilling operations including milling, mashing, distilling, cask filling and handling · Maintain meticulous records for all processes, operations, and compliance purposes · Maintain high standards of quality for production of spirits, casks, and finished goods, including performing routine and ad-hoc quality checks · Contribute to process improvement ideas & implementation, support of 5S initiatives, and our company culture of Continuous Improvement · Cleaning of all distillery, bottling, production, and common areas – we take our food beverage production facility cleanliness seriously! · Regular and predictable attendance at the work site, this role requires regular presence at the distillery production facilities · Support cellar operations including cask movement, spirit reductions, and warehouse logistics · Support bottling operations including rinsing, filling, corking, labeling, packing, and all other assembly needs Qualifications · Applicant must be dependable, reliable, professional, and comfortable working in various indoor and outdoor conditions · Beer, wine, or spirits industry operations experience. Brewing experience is preferred. · Strong problem-solving and equipment troubleshooting skills · Forklift truck operation · Prior experience in production or manufacturing operations, and the use of both general and process-specific brewing or distilling tools and equipment · Self-motivated and operates with a sense of urgency · Great ability to communicate and work well in a team-based highly collaborative environment. Communication is a core competency of this role! · Attention to detail and accuracy, precision, and timeliness · Great problem solving and analytical skills · Open-minded and positive thinker that supports our continuous improvement culture. · A high school diploma or bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in food beverage manufacturing · This role requires the ability to lift 50 lb., standing for extended periods of time, work from heights and in confined spaces, with variable temperatures including high heat during the warmer seasons Desired Experience · Two years or more of prior brewing experience is strongly preferred. · Bachelor's or Associate’s degree preferred with two years of relevant experience in manufacturing Compensation This position is non-exempt from minimum wage and overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act, accordingly this position will be eligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. · Job Type: Full-Time · Pay: $18.00 per hour · Standard Hours: 40 hours weekly Benefits Eligibility starts first day of employment (unless otherwise noted) includes: · Health, Dental, and Vision coverage with generous employer contribution · Paid Time Off · Paid Holidays · Participation in elective Voluntary Benefits · Participation in company 401k retirement plan (waiting period applies) · Participation in company Employee Equity Plan
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Hi all. I'm doing some experiments to produce malt whiskey (100% barley) keeping some fixed parameters and understanding differences changing mashbill. For instance, keeping the yeast and fermentation fixed, how the new make changes varying the percentage of cara malt? If I keep French Saison but I move from a 100% pils (fruity, floral, spicy markers) to 80% pils and 20% carapils or vienna, which are the main differences in the new make profile?
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I am trying to decide on what filter sizes to use for bottling our whisky (aged for 3 years and we are using non chill filtration). Apologies for another post on this topic as I have seen quite a few on here but they haven't really answered my question. From literature and posts here I see that a common filter pore size is around 1 micron, with many of you using 5 micron and then 0.5 micron. I spoke to a filtration company who have lots of experience with this type of work and they informed me that small changes in the filter size (eg 1 micron to 1.2 micron) can make significant changes to colour and taste of whisky. As a result the best thing to do would be to send a sample and they would test different filter sizes and send back finished product from different filter sizes to us. This saves using the wrong filter size for our bottling and potentially harming our product. Does anyone have any input or experience with testing filter sizes before committing to a full bottling run? My worries of not doing this is ending up with a whisky which will haze or go cloudy in time from a filter too large or a whisky which has had some of its hard earned taste removed at the final step. If testing is the correct way how do we then deal with bottling of whisky from different ages and different casks etc in the future? - it seems excessive. If anyone has any thoughts/input on anything relevant then please let me know! Thanks -
4 Inch Copper Still55 Gallon Rolled American Steel BoilerCopper MeshBoiler Temperature GaugeStill Temperature GaugeFire, Steam or Electric Heating ElementsWater or Glycol Condenser and HosesRound Fitted Cart $1400 Jackson 760 644 6806
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Pot Still 4 Inch Copper Still 55 Gallon Rolled American Steel Boiler Copper Mesh Boiler Temperature Gauge Still Temperature Gauge Fire, Steam, or Electric Heating Elements Water or Glycol Condenser and Hoses Round Fitted Rolling Cart $2000 Jackson 760 644 6806
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Gidday, I own a small company in the outback of Australia called Fosseys. We are based in a small country town called Mildura. We make Gin and Whisky Our local area is known for making wine amongst other things, and we have a strong long summer days with clear skies and great soiled, not much in the way of rain, but it all makes for interesting drinkable products. My own personal background comes from making wine Fosseys Gin is a bit unique using grape spirit and several Australian native botanicals, at has proven to be very popular Fosseys Whisky uses our local malt barley and we mature our whisky on ex port barrels. We also produce our own port to provide some consistency in seasoning our barrels This business has been somewhat of a lifestyle business up until now, however we are now committed to spending there next few years in taking Fosseys into the national (and maybe international) marketplace check out out a little further at fosseysgin.com.au, or follow us on the usual social media platforms Cheers Steve
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Good morning everyone! I have a ton of hard red wheat that was grown for me by a local farmer/friend/neighbor that I will not be able to get through and would like to offer it up to other craft distillers. I don't have the exact variety in my memory (I can certainly get it if that's important to you) but the value of this wheat is that it is lower in protein (i.e. less foaming issues) than standard wheat that is sold on the market. It tested at 10.2% protein when we harvested, can/will test again for verification. This is in comparison to 14% protein which is what farmers target to not be penalized by elevators/mills. The wheat will be brought to the elevator to be cleaned prior to shipping. Pricing would be as follows: $0.18/lb - supersacks FOB Grand Forks, ND $0.22/lb - 50lb bags FOB Grand Forks, ND Wheat will be available to ship early/mid June. I am willing to deliver if within a reasonable distance, otherwise I can/will arrange freight and add that cost to the total. Also should mention for those who it might want/need to know this wheat was grown in Minnesota. For questions or to place an order you can PM here or email at tyler.seim@redpinedistillery.com Thanks!
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Hello all, I'm looking to purchase a 2-3yr old Irish whisky. Initial order QTY will be 800 gallons, we're ok with barrels or totes. Total annual volume is likely 2,500 gallons. Please email quirk@cardinalcopacking.com. Thanks, Adam
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District Distilling Company (DDC) is seeking a motivated and hard-working individual to assist its Head Distiller in distilling, blending and aging operations in an award-winning craft distillery in one of the most dynamic markets in the United States. Job Responsibilities: · Assist in all aspects of distillery operations including but not limited to production, blending, aging, and bottling of distilled spirits. · Assist with equipment and facility maintenance. · Perform general warehousing such as moving barrels, palletizing cases, etc. · Maintain safe and clean distillery, including compliance with all applicable laws, codes, and standards. · Work with sales team and distributors to execute tastings and other offsite promotional events, as well as onsite private and promotional events. Qualifications: · 1-3 years of distillery, brewery, or winery experience with working knowledge of all aspects of distillery (brewery or winery) operations; candidates with a sufficient combination of work and relevant educational experience will be considered. · Understanding of general principles of fermentation and distillation · Must be able to lift +50lbs repeatedly throughout the workday. · Must be able to work nights and weekends when needed. · Experience in producing, blending, and aging multiple types of distilled spirits preferred. · Technical experience in pipe fitting, welding, process engineering, chemical or mechanical knowledge is preferred. · Background in chemistry and/or food service, is preferred. · Professional degree or certification course in distilling, or related field, is preferred. · Sensory tasting experience preferred. · Integrity and a demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical standards. · Patience, thoughtfulness and empathy required. · Ability to work in a team environment, or on a self-directed basis, as needed. · At least 21 years of age. Salary based upon previous work experience and expertise. Interesting candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: zsheldon@district-distilling.com
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Hi everyone, I am the founder of a new, pre-launch Whiskey brand based out of Los Angeles. We're fairly organized, but not yet staffed fully, and working to complete our first round of fundraising. I'm not a distiller, so I'm hoping to learn more about the process, and maybe find an experienced pro or two who are intrigued by the idea of getting involved with a vertically integrated mass-market brand at its inception. If anyone is located in LA and has professional Whiskey distilling experience, I'd love to meet up and maybe buy you a drink (gin, I'd imagine...). Great to meet you all! Andrew -
Distiller: Blackwater Distillery Blackwater Distillery has already made a name for itself as a producer of innovate and award-winning gins. Now we are moving to a new home and starting the production of Irish Whisky and that’s where you come in. The role Blackwater Distillery is seeking a suitably qualified distiller as we expand into the production of Irish whisky. Our new micro-distillery is due to open in September so the post is available with immediate effect. Working with our Creative Director Peter Mulryan, this position is focused solely on the production of Irish whiskey both malt and Irish Pot Still. We are not just looking to produce one or two types of spirit, but rather a whole range of pot still products. We therefore need someone with a huge amount of enthusiasm and energy, but with a real grasp of the brewing process as we will use a lot lesser-used grains. The position is based in Ballyduff, West Waterford (near Lismore); so it’s off the beaten path. It is critical that applicants have all appropriate qualifications and is fully expert in all aspects of the brewing and distilling process, stock control, quality assurance and health and safety issues. Job Description Distiller Blackwater Distillery This is a senior position and involves a wide-range of responsibilities including brewing, distilling, holiday cover for gin production, quality control, product testing and sourcing raw materials. They will also be required to interact with trade, press, and members of the public both in the facility and at trade shows. Responsibilities of the Distiller · Manage day-to-day operations of whisky production Scheduling and production including including help with the sourcing of raw materials, malting, fermentation, and distillation. · Designing a comprehensive sampling and recording programme They must create a program which samples and records the quality of the product produced and ensures the quality standard is maintained at all times · Maintain process logs Each phase of the distillation process must be logged and detailed records should be kept to ensure Revenue compliance and that the product meets quality guidelines laid out in the associated GIs · Brand promotion As requested by management, the Distiller will engage with customers/tour participants, the media, other distilleries and wholesalers to promote the distillery and its products. · Maintain hygiene and safety standards The Distiller must ensure care is taken throughout the distillation process to maintain the highest levels of hygiene and safety. · Education The Distiller will have the appropriate academic qualification in brewing and distilling. Key Skills Some of the key skills which they will use on a regular basis include: · Advanced knowledge of all process involved with brewing and distillation · Well-developed sensory skills for tasting and evaluating spirits · Strong scientific knowledge · Dynamic, energetic and solution orientated · Managerial skills · Excellent communication skills and public speaking skills · Must be very methodical, logical and detail orientated · Quality control skills · Strong computer and mathematical skills Working environment · Lifting 25kg, carrying, pushing, pulling & climbing, bend, kneel, reach and fine manipulation · Processing / loud noise · Fluctuating temperatures · Fast paced, meticulous work on a daily basis · Deadline pressures during day to day operations Contract: Full Time, one-year contract (3 month probation) Salary: Competitive Salary Location: Ballyduff, West Waterford, Ireland Closing Date: 31st July 2018 17:00 hrs To apply for this position please send your cover letter and CV to hello@blackwaterdistillery.ie No post thanks.
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Do Good Distillery is looking to hire a Brewer/Distiller in Modesto, CA. Commercial brewing experience is a huge asset for this job, with distilling experience a definite bonus, but not mandatory. We have a solid training program where new hires gain valuable experience using several different stills, as well as basic inventory tracking and management, as well as production scheduling. A qualified candidate should have an excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills as we value our positive (fun) team environment. We offer competitive pay and benefits. You can learn more about our products and company culture at www.DoGoodDistillery.com Email resume's to Liz@DoGoodDistillery.com
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Hollow Spirits is a new distillery opening in Albuquerque, New Mexico, early 2018. We are looking for someone who is as excited and as motivated as we are to build a lasting name and quality spirits from the ground up. The ideal person for this position is a skilled distiller who knows their way around fermentation; someone who can see a quality product through from sourcing all the way to bottling; who has an intuitive understanding of the processes involved in and the chemistry behind brewing and/or distilling. The work is hard and there is a lot of it, but at the end of the day it is very rewarding and you will have something to show for it. You will have created something truly unique. If you have the knowledge and the skill, and if this level of responsibility and creative freedom appeals to you, we would like to work with you. Minimum of three years experience distilling and/or brewing. Job Responsibilities · Prepare and manage mashing, fermentation, distillation, barreling, processing, bottling, and shipping processes · Performing regular testing throughout fermentation and distilling process to determine necessary information in producing a quality product. · Cleaning of all tanks by rinsing after cooking or fermentation is complete. · Maintaining a high level of housekeeping within the assigned area and other surrounding areas · Production forecasting and planning · Able to efficiently direct the work of others towards production goals · Materials sourcing and storage · Establishing efficient bottling and packaging procedures · Strong organization and record keeping skills · Maintain recordkeeping related to all filings with the Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB), OSHA, EPA, FDA & DOT agencies · Is able to represent Hollow Spirits well in public and at events · Learns from mistakes and constantly improves as an aptitude with mechanical devices, tools, and equipment Physical responsibilities · Must be able to stand for the duration of a shift as well as routinely lift up to 75 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks regularly · Position requires use of hands to perform fine manipulation of glass and mechanical equipment · Be able to Identify inconsistencies in color, clarity, smell and taste · Safely handle mildly hazardous materials (primarily for cleaning) and responsibly operate complex machinery Must be willing to relocate to Albuquerque, New Mexico. Please Contact Us Frank@hollowspirits.com
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We have several used Bourbon and Rye Whiskey barrels regularly for sale. These are 15 gallon barrels from The Barrel Mill used once. They are $125 each with quantity discounts beginning at 15 or more barrels purchased. We are located in Southwest Michigan and these can ship via freight or picked up by the purchaser. We also have some other barrels available from time to time including, Wheat Whiskey, Gin, and some 5 gallon barrels. Please contact me at thomas.balich@gmail.com if you are interested or have any questions.
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I've tried making gin on a whisky still and the resulting product has a whisky still taint/flavour/characteristic undertone. The same gin made on a still that's never made whisky, results in a lovely clean gin profile. My question to everyone is: Is it possible to clean sufficiently following a whisky run to remove the whisky flavour characteristics? The reason I'm asking is I'm trying to decide if I'll risk making whisky in my gin still. If I'm not 100% confident I can return the still to a clean state I won't risk it. I don't know anyone with a copper pot still with any experience in making both gin and whisky on the same still. All assistance greatly appreciated. Cheers, Mech.
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Double boiler system is always a preference for some customers who try to get some unique spirit. Contact me for more details if you are interested in it. Penny/sales manager Email: daey010@dayuwz.com Skype: pennyhe211 Facebook: pennyj2011@msn.cn Cell:+86-18966261388
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Many people and books talk about bottle shock, and how 3 months in the bottle greatly improve the spirit as it gets its initial oxidation, rest, and mingling of chemical components. The ADI book Distiller's Guide to Rum suggest the greater part of 3 months for storage after bottling before selling, and we have definitely noticed a marked improvement in our spirits from the day they went in the bottle till a few months later. With that being said, does anyone have experience in the time of vatting making a real improvement? Example. If we have to release a product in 3 months, will it be more beneficial to blend and vat the barrels for 3 months, then bottle and sell immediately; blend and vat for 1 month then bottle and allow rest; or allow equal vat and bottle times? Eg. Does the best mellowing happen from blending in the steel vat or resting in a bottle? Thanks for the help!
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Recycled oak barrels (from the wine industry). French or American oak and toasted low, medium, medium high or strong. Upon request - Origin: Argentina Minimum order: 1 container 20" contact: cwilliams@gulatina.com
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2 copper pots of 2000 liters each (antiques and artisanal copper vessels) Ideal for infusions & maceration of gin botanicals - Heating method: steam - Artisanal fabrication with copper (thickness 8 mm) - Origin: Argentina - Price: usd 20.000 dollaras - FOB Mendoza/Argentina
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2 copper pots of 2000 liters each (antiques and artisanal copper vessels) Ideal for infusions & maceration of gin botanicals - Heating method: steam - Artisanal fabrication with copper (thickness 8 mm) - Origin: Argentina - Price: usd 20.000 dollaras - FOB Mendoza/Argentina
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For sale UNIQUE 3 antiques pot still. Full alembics 100% artisanal fabrication. Antiques from 1936 (old school fabrication) - Charentais system (French) Capacity: 1250 liters Origin: Argentina - Mendoza Province Price: 30.000 dollars (each set of three componnets: alembic pot, preheater and condenser) -FOB Price
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I've had some fun reading through your forum, thought i'd sign up. My family own and run a hotel in the North of Scotland, which was the SLTN whisky bar of the year 2014 and is the No1 rated whisky hotel in the world (as voted for by members of whiskybase.com) We have recently been approved planning permission to convert one of our buildings to a distillery. If all stays to plan, we should be producing with our column still by April 2016 and with pot stills by June 2016. The distillery is pretty tiny and is entirely self funded (if all sticks to plan). We'll be initially focusing on doing a proper gin in order to generate cash to pay for barley and barrels so that I can continue my experiments in single malt whisky. We've spent years researching old style whisky and why the best whisky ever made was produced in the 1960's and before. We think we understand enough to venture into the same ballpark as the likes of pre 1967 Laphroaig, 1930's Glen Grant, 1950's/1960's Bowmore etc. Our first full scale legal experiments in Scotland, produced by us, will soon be 2 years in cask.
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Distillery Production Staff Member – The Virginia Distillery Company The Virginia Distillery Company is seeking a Distillery Production Staff member to assist in distilling single malt spirit from 100% malted barley at our Lovingston, VA distillery. This person will be trained in the distillery’s particular production procedures including, but not limited to, milling, mashing, fermenting, distilling, warehousing, record keeping, cleaning, and effluent treatment. This person’ primary focus will be on producing single malt spirit at the direction of the Master Distiller and in coordination with other members of the production staff. Specific Responsibilities: Once trained, execute the distillery’s particular methods of milling, mashing, fermentation, distilling, warehousing, record keeping, cleaning, and effluent treatment, among other duties. Log and maintain detailed records of each phase of distilling for compliance and quality control purposes. Represent the brand in a respectful and appropriate manner at all times, both on and off the production floor. Take pride in maintaining a clean and orderly distillery at all times. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s or advanced degree in sciences related to fermentation and/or distilling; experience in a related field may substitute for education at the discretion of the hiring manager A willingness to learn a unique standard operation procedure that may differ from prior experience Prior experience with machinery including pumps, steam generation and transmission systems, air compressors and/or glycol refrigeration systems. Strong organizational and time management skills Attention to detail Live in the Charlottesville or Lovingston area A passion for the history and science of whisky distillation Desired Qualifications: Prior whisk(e)y production experience; experience producing other craft beverages may substitute at the discretion of the hiring manager A positive attitude and willingness to learn a fascinating and centuries-old method of distilling the finest single malt whisky. This is a salaried, full-time position working exclusively at the Lovingston, VA production facility. The distillery will operate on eight-hour shifts, and the position does include the opportunity for overtime pay as well as paid time off. A background check and drug screen may be required. Interested candidates must submit a cover letter as well as a resume to info@vadistillery.com. Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications. -
We are in search of the right person to join our creative and well backed new distillery in eastern PA. convenient to both Phila and NYC. Competitive Salary and full health benefits plus a truly beautiful location with excellent equipment. We are a grain to bottle distillery with a primary portfolio of gins (you must be able to produce a clean, excellent NGS with our malted grain mashbill) and whiskeys in the near future. Distilling is a team effort here with talent and creativity taking the lead.Experience with CARL stills preferred but not absolutely necessary. We have national distribution in place, a very active public relations program and a strong future for all members of our team. This is a rural setting with city sophistication and many years in the industry---not a hobbyist project but dedicated to small batch, highly creative craft product spirits. We are hiring immediately. Please send a resume and cover letter or if you don't want to wait to do that, please call. Please don't post on the forum--just get in touch if you are interested. send to: riannon@brandywinebranchdistillers.com phone: 610.326.8151
