History

Cascade Hollow Distillery is located in Cascade Hollow, Tennessee. According to history, Cascade Hollow Distillery opened in 1878 in the neighboring Coffee County region, where George Dickel bought a large stake in the company. Geo. A. Dickel & Co. was founded in the mid-1800s, and Dickel built his reputation as a supplier of smooth and mild spirits. The brand's name proclaims Whisky without an e, which shows a unique approach to American whiskey and the ambition to elevate the experience to the world’s finest whiskies. According to history, the beverages were traditionally cooled to 40 degrees Fahrenheit before cold filtration to create a smooth yet complex flavor. Cascade Hollow is also proud to be part of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. Nicole Austin is the General Manager and Distiller at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. and has led innovations such as George Dickel Bottled In Bond Distilling Season Fall 2005 and launched George Dickel Bourbon. She has also led collaborations such as George Dickel x Leopold Bros Collaboration Blend and Cascade Moon Whisky series.

Production and Raw Materials

The basic principle is the use of the freshest water from Cascade Spring and the craftsmanship of those who call the distillery home. According to history there is a long tradition of producing a smooth but complex sip through winter processes and cold filtration steps, which contribute to the distinctive flavor. There is emphasis on producing whiskey in Cascade Hollow with a special location and opportunities that give a unique flavor profile.

Products and Whisky Series

The brand markets George Dickel Tennessee Whisky and George Dickel Bourbon. Series and collaborations are also mentioned such as George Dickel Bottled in Bond Series (Distilling Season Fall 2005), George Dickel x Leopold Bros Collaboration Blend and Cascade Moon Whisky series. Blends include Neat, Old Pal George, and Big Easy Rye through Leopold Bros. There are also references to Bottled in Bond categories and collaboration blends in the portfolio.

Visits and Experiences

The distillery is open Thursday through Tuesday with distillery tours, self-guided tastings and shopping. Reserve spots for tours to secure a place, and self-guided tastings are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The tasting age is 21+. Tours last about an hour and take place indoors and outdoors, with cold or warm conditions depending on the season. The shop sells merchandise and offers access to the Visitor Center. There are also detailed directions and contact information for further information.

Philosophy

It takes an extraordinary place to produce an extraordinary whisky. Whisky without the e stems from the brand's history and its desire to elevate American whiskey to world-class status. The brand emphasizes learning from the past while looking forward and continuing with innovation and the architecture of new products and collaborations. Cascade Hollow water and the craftsmanship demonstrated by the people behind the brand lie at the heart of their approach to whisky and their role in the Tennessee Whisky Trail.