History

Wiggly Bridge Distillery is a craft distillery in York, Maine. A father- and son-run family project operated by David Woods and his son David Woods. They are self-taught and have hand-built their copper pot stills, which they believe contribute to unique flavor profiles. Thirteen years ago they began distilling in copper stills; they built equipment and have since distilled small batches of award-winning spirits and received recognition. The distillery is family-owned and independent, and they welcome visitors from across the country and around the world.

On Repeal Day they remind us that Prohibition ended in 1933, and that the current business was formalized in 2012 when they filed the company's papers and founded Wiggly Bridge Distillery. Their history is driven by hard work, craftsmanship, and a love for the tradition of locally produced spirits by the sea. Today they continue with copper stills and small batches and focus on quality and craftsmanship.

Production

Wiggly Bridge Distillery follows a grain-to-glass approach and builds its own copper pot stills. They are a small-batch distillery without external investors and prioritize craftsmanship and quality. The copper pot stills they built themselves and the close connection to the Maine coast are the foundation for their characteristic flavor profiles. Production takes place in small batches, and they often age in used bourbon barrels and other wooden casks to add character.

Products / Whiskey Series

• Small Barrel Bourbon – 750 mL, 46% ABV, mash bill 57% corn, 38% rye, 5% malted barley; aged 4-5 years.
• Bottled in Bond Bourbon – 750 mL, 50% ABV; mash bill 57% corn, 38% rye, 5% malted barley; aged around 4 years.
• New England Single Malt – 750 mL.
• White Whiskey – 750 mL, ABV 50%.

Visits / Experiences

• Distillery Tour – $29.95 per person. The tour starts with a handcrafted cocktail, includes an explanation of the distillation process and a tasting of spirits.
• Founder’s Tour – $49.95 per person. Guide from the main distillery and an experience from fermentation to aging and tapping, with cocktails and tastings.
• Distiller for a Day – $349 per person. Currently on hold due to construction, expected to be completed by the end of November. Includes lunch and tastings.
• Cocktail Classes – $89 per person. Mixology instruction and the opportunity to mix your own cocktail.
• Batch Blending Experience – $89 per person. Hands-on blending experience and the opportunity to help choose the next batch.

Philosophy

Wiggly Bridge Distillery is run by a father-and-son duo; they are self-taught and have hand-built copper stills. No external investors, no corporate blueprint—only hard work, family, and craftsmanship by the sea. Quality is the highest priority, and they are a small, independent producer bringing locally handmade spirits to customers.