Small Business Spotlight: O’Shaughnessy Distilling Company (Opening August 19!)
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 6:09PMArticle by Becky Fillinger
The Prospect Park area welcomes another wonderful small business – the O'Shaughnessy Distilling Company! We talked to Halee Peterson, Digital Marketing Manager, about what we can expect when the doors officially open on Thursday, August 19!
Q: O’Shaughnessy Distilling’s Facebook page states the company is first and foremost the story of family. Can you tell us more about that?
A: O'Shaughnessy Distilling was started by cousins and lifelong friends, Patrick and Michael O’Shaughnessy, with a vision to make whiskeys worthy of our rich Irish American heritage, that bring people together and create a legacy for future generations. The spirit of family and friends, and our shared experiences together, provide us with deep connection and meaning in our lives.
Q: What spirits will the distillery produce?
A: Our first whiskey release is Keeper's Heart - Irish whiskeys blended with American Rye whiskey. We combine the unique qualities of Irish grain and single pot still whiskeys with American Rye whiskey for a remarkable drinking experience. Please check out more info here.
Coming Fall 2021, we will release a 10 Year Single Malt Irish Whiskey. At the distillery we also produce Tower Hill Vodka and Guard and Gate Gin – they’re only available at the distillery.
Q: I recently ate at The Market at Malcolm Yards. The new developments in the Prospect Park area, including O'Shaughnessy Distillery, are transformative. Why did O’Shaughnessy Distillery choose this location?
A: We think it’s a growing central area, with a lot of industrial development. The Market at Malcolm Yards, Surly Brewing Co. and lots of new residential buildings were all a draw for us. We're excited to be a part of the Prospect Park community and watch it grow!
Q: Please tell us more about the company's partnership with local grain farmers.
A: We partner with local farmers to source our grain and we mill 100% of our cereal on site.
Q: How may we follow your news?
A: First, come and visit us! We’d be so pleased if you would follow O’Shaughnessy Distilling on Instagram, Facebook and subscribe to our newsletter on our website (coming soon!).
Keeper's Heart Whiskey: Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter on our website.
