1A Distillery Consulting

[1A Distilling]

Hello everyone, Happy Holidays from MA.

My name is Evan, head distiller at Turkey Shore Distilleries in Ipswich MA.

Over the past few years I have been contacted by several startup distillers from around the country. Many have just walked in the distillery doors looking for a tour and to see the operation in action. At Turkey Shore, there is always an open door policy.

The reason why I started consulting was based upon a few guys wanting to open up a distillery here in MA. They had recieved a very vague quote from another consultant and they were not to impressed. These guys asked if I would give them a true and honest detailed quote. They accepted my bid and now have their DSP as of the begining of December, very exciting.

The reason why I was hired by TSD other that being a I trustworthy friend, I hold a Bachelors in Science degree and was also a General Contractor for 10 years doing plumbing, electrical and finish carpentry work. Starting up a distillery involves all of those things. Anyone can sketch out plans on piece of paper but to be able to do sketch the plan and completing it is invaluable. These are some of the qualities and skills that lead me to become head distiller and operations manager at TSD. After dozens of future distillers contacting me, I was convinced I could truely help companies open up their business the correct way.

Starting up a Craft Distillery is complicated and expensive if not set up correctly. I have read many posting on this website and can relate to most of the comments. This distilling world is exciting but the hype of being a distiller/ business owner takes one thing that most people do not have much of which is Patience. If you have that quality, your business will have a fighting chance. A good and realistic business plan and a honest budget are very important. Expect delays and plan on them happening , expect more money being spent than thought, but patience is the number one expense. With this great quality, many unnessary mistakes and wasting money will be avoided. This is where a Consultant is very valuable. A good Distillery Consultant will help your distillery avoid many mistakes from being made and help you make the correct decisions.

If interested in recieving a true, honest consulting quote for your distillery, please don't be shy and contact me. I will respond to all inquries.

Thank you for reading this and good luck.

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1A Distillery Consulting

Evan Parker

evan@1adistilling.com

978-500-2286

www.1adistilling.com

[craftersglass]

Thanks Evan! Welcome to the board. I am sure there will be a number of people looking for your business.

Will you be attending the expo in Seattle this year?

[1A Distilling]

Yes, I will be there. I have spoken to Bill Owens about possibly talking at a seminar with a few other people about some difficulties during a distilleries start up. Topics might include issues such as what to expect, things to avoid, landlord issues and lease agreements.

Hopefully everything will work out and the conference is a success. See you all out there.

Evan Parker

1A Distillery Consulting

evan@1adistilling.com

978-500-2286