Get Your Exclusive Pass to the Ultimate Distilling Workshop

Are you tired of browsing countless distilling tutorials online only to be left with more questions than answers? Have you ever dreamt of crafting your own signature blend of spirits? Our hands-on distilling class goes beyond mere theory, delivering you straight into the real world of craft distillation. We've crafted an experience that puts you at the controls of professional distilling equipment, guided by industry experts who know what it takes to succeed in this dynamic industry.

What You Get: An All-Access Pass

• Reserved Spot for All 3 Days: This is an immersive weekend event, and your seat is waiting for you.
• Lifetime Access Membership: Not only do you get face-to-face time with experts, but you also get Lifetime Access to DistilleryUniversity.com, a $499 value at no extra cost.
• Supplementary Toolkit: Receive PowerPoint presentations, a business plan template, fundraising slide deck, and more, giving you a holistic educational package.
• Exclusive Invitations: Join us for After-Hours Events throughout the weekend, a priceless networking opportunity.

On-site Experience

• Hopkinsville, KY at Casey Jones Distillery (April 3-5, 2025)
• Vancouver, WA at Quartz Mountain Distillers (May 16-18, 2025)

Your Professors: Industry Titans - Expert instruction led by Todd Buckley and master distillers at an award-winning distillery, covering everything from the history of American distilling to the nuances of alcohol biology and chemistry. You'll learn the practicalities of operating high-grade distilling equipment, fermentation, bottling, labeling, and the day-to-day operations inside a working distillery.

Hands-On Experience

• Real Equipment, Real Spirits: For the first time, you're in control. Manage a professional-grade still and distill your own spirits.
• Your Own Masterpiece: Distill a unique spirit under expert guidance and bring home a bottle of the final product—a tangible keepsake of your hands-on experience.
• End-to-End Mastery: From mashing and fermentation to bottling, labeling, and blending, this Workshop leaves no stone unturned.

Why This Workshop Is Unlike Any Other You're not just learning; you're doing. This is as real as it gets. Whether you're a beginner looking for a comprehensive distilling overview or an advanced distiller aiming to refine your craft, this Workshop is your stepping stone to distilling success.

Time is of the Essence Spots are limited and filling up rapidly. Join us for this immersive Hands-on Workshop, where you'll learn valuable distilling techniques and create enduring memories along the way.

FULL CURRICULUM BELOW:

The Ultimate Craft Distilling Curriculum
Curriculum subject to modification based on facility requirements and scheduling

Day 1: Foundations & Spirits Heritage

• The Art & Business of American Spirits
  • Bourbon & American Whiskey Heritage
  • Current Spirit Market Analysis & Opportunities
  • Federal Standards of Identity for Spirits
  • Understanding the Bourbon Boom
• Essential Spirits Science
  • Ingredient Chemistry & Mash Bill Development
  • Understanding Congeners & Flavor Development
  • The Science of Aging & Wood Interaction
  • Mastering Proof & Temperature Control
  • Professional Quality Testing & Analysis
• Fermentation Mastery
  • Ingredient Selection & Preparation
  • Specialized Yeast Strains
  • Temperature Control & Monitoring
  • Managing Fermentation for Optimal Flavor

Day 2: Core Distilling Techniques

• Spirits Production Fundamentals
  • Mash Bill Creation & Cooking
  • Making Perfect Cuts
  • Understanding Hearts, Heads & Tails
  • Barrel Entry Proof Considerations
  • Maturation Management
• Technical Spirit Production
  • Vodka Production & Filtration
  • Gin Botanical Integration
  • Brandy Production & Aging
  • Creating Clean, Pure Base Spirits
  • Blending & Proofing Techniques

Day 3: Advanced Production & Operations

• Hands-on Production Experience
  • Operating Professional Distilling Equipment
  • Making Cuts on a Commercial Still
  • Blending & Proofing Techniques
  • Quality Control & Testing
  • Bottling Your Own Spirit
• Professional Distillery Operations
  • Equipment Selection & Maintenance
  • Still Design for Different Spirit Types
  • Safety Protocols & Best Practices
  • Compliance & Record Keeping
  • Building Your Brand

Throughout the Workshop, you'll receive a mix of classroom instruction and practical demonstrations, culminating in hands-on distilling experience. Each session combines essential theory with real-world application, ensuring you leave with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills.

Additional Benefits:

• Take home your own handcrafted spirits
• Comprehensive digital resource package
• Lifetime Access to online course materials
• Business planning & startup resources
• Ongoing alumni network support

This isn't just a class—it's your complete foundation for success in craft distilling.

Register now to secure your spot for this incredible opportunity!