History

Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. is described as a seed-to-spirit distillery in the Chicago area. The company is run by a fifth-generation farming family behind the entire chain from planting to spirits. The grains are grown on the finest soils, and the water is naturally filtered through a limestone aquifer deep underground. Distillation is performed by hand by the same hands that have tended the land and ingredients for generations. Equipment and know-how are forged in the rolling hills of Kentucky, and patience is valued. The distillation takes place year-round, and the company is open to the public every Friday through Sunday. This is described as an Estate Distillery – in Chicago’s own backyard.

Production/Distillation

The process starts with the finest grains, grown on the best soils, and the water is naturally filtered by a limestone aquifer. Thereafter, handcrafted distilling work is performed by a fifth generation of farmers who know the land, the ingredients, and the details. Combined with equipment and know-how forged in Kentucky, there is an emphasis on patience as the spirits are distilled year-round.

Products/Whiskey Series

The content does not mention any specific whiskey varieties or products at this site.

Visits/Experiences

The distillery is open to the public every Friday through Sunday and is located in DeKalb, IL. The address is 11504 Keslinger Road, DeKalb, IL 60115. According to the site, you must be 21 years old to gain access.

Philosophy

Farming & Distilling - a family tradition. They farm the land and the ingredients, and place emphasis on detail. The production blends equipment and know-how forged in the rolling hills of Kentucky, with a touch of patience added.