History

Stein Distillery is located in Joseph, Oregon and produces Oregon-made, award-winning whiskey and bourbon. According to the website, Stein Distillery was a pioneer for micro-distilleries in Eastern Oregon and opened in 2009. The family is behind the business – Stein Distillery is described as family-owned and handmade, with a focus on high quality and a close connection to the local community. It is also mentioned that they grow their own grain variety, which is intended to ensure grain quality and supports their belief in starting from scratch and working closely with the raw materials. Since inception, their product lineup and customer base have evolved, and they are described as a quality-oriented brand with a strong 'made-in-Oregon' imprint.

Production / Manufacturing

Craft and process

Stein Distillery emphasizes a hands-on approach: 'From grain growth to harvest, through fermenting, distilling, filtering, and bottling - every step is done by hand'. This implies that all steps in the production are performed manually to ensure a high level of quality.

Own grain and origin

The description 'We Start from scratch' highlights that they grow their own grain to be able to control quality throughout the process. The family runs a complete, artisanal and turnkey operation that aims to attract both made-in-Oregon enthusiasts and those who value family, hard work, and high quality.

Products / Whiskey range

Stein Distillery produces whiskey and bourbon, and one of their prominent products is directly named: - 5yr Straight Buck Blended Whiskey – 'A Premium Blend of Bourbon, Rye, and Wheat Whiskeys'. This indicates a blended whiskey that includes bourbon, rye, and wheat components. In addition to the product name, it is mentioned in the overview that the company produces whiskey and bourbon, indicating their range includes both types of spirits.

Visits and experiences

Tasting room and tours

Their website invites visits to Stein Distillery’s tasting room in Joseph, Oregon. The distillery's address is 604 N Main St. Joseph, OR 97846, and they offer a Distillery Tour as well as the Joseph Tasting Room experience. The tasting in the tasting room is mentioned as part of the experience, and there is reference to a 'Distillery Tour' and an experience in the tasting room. The opening hours for the tasting room are listed as follows: - Sunday: Closed - Monday: 11am-4pm - Tuesday: 11am-5pm - Wednesday: 11am-5pm - Thursday: 11am-5pm - Friday: 11am-4:30pm - Saturday: 11am-4:30pm There is also a temporary cancellation of tastings during the period: 'The tasting will be closed Wednesday November 26th thru Sunday November 30th. Happy Thanksgiving!' In addition, tastings are free: 'The cherry on top is that our tastings are complimentary.'

Facilities and space rental

In addition to regular tastings and tours, Stein Distillery also offers the possibility to book Premier Event Space in their tasting room in Joseph – ideal for weddings, parties and corporate events. They also present themselves as dog-friendly, and minors are also allowed in the tasting room when accompanied by an adult.

Philosophy

Stein Distillery presents itself as a family-owned, craft-driven venture, doing the entire process from grain to finished spirit manually. Their focus on growing their own grain, technical craftsmanship, and a 'made-in-Oregon' identity reflects a philosophy of high quality through concentrating on the fundamental elements of production and a pioneering spirit in micro-distilling in Eastern Oregon.