History Flag Hill is New Hampshire's oldest winery, largest vineyards, and oldest distillery, run by a family. The property became a vineyard in 1987 and started the winery in 1990. The distillery began in 2004 with vodka made from NH apples. The property sits on a 110-acre conservation area and is owned by Brian and Maddie Ferguson. The mission is to make great wine and whiskey, and everything at Flag Hill is rooted in quality – questions are asked whether a decision will make it better. Flag Hill functions as a full-service facility with wine tastings, a distillery and a venue for private events and gatherings.

Production / Manufacturing Flag Hill Distillery is shaped by estate growers and local ingredients, with focus on detail and patience as the foundation for world-class spirits. The distillery emphasizes that it is New Hampshire's oldest distillery and that everything made is the result of locally produced raw materials and a philosophy of quality. This includes a range of whiskey products based on American grains and a love of craftsmanship, with an emphasis on spirits that reflect the farm's own production and materials.

Products / Whiskey Series

Straight Rye Whiskey

This whiskey is described as clean in the nose with butterscotch, soft, buttery and honeyed notes, as well as a light body and a sweet dry finish.

Straight Bourbon Whiskey

A classic straight bourbon whose recipe has been changed to add wheat instead of rye to give a milder, rounder mouthfeel.

Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

A straight bourbon whiskey blended with NH's maple syrup for a balanced flavor; notes of soft sweetness and classic whiskey notes.

Maple Bourbon Whiskey

A straight bourbon where maple syrup plays a role in the flavor, giving a warm, sweet and complex finish.

Breakfast Bourbon Whiskey

A straight bourbon produced with chocolate malt and oats, which gives notes reminiscent of breakfast flavors in a single dram.

Visit / Experiences Flag Hill offers a visitor experience in a working vineyard and distillery with a focus on food and drink produced on site. Tastings and tours are available in the tasting room, which is open daily from 11:00 to 17:00. Both regular tastings and Elevated Tastings are offered, the latter requiring at least six people and advance booking. The package consists of guided tasting, a cheese and charcuterie board and a glass of wine or spirit per person. There are guided tours every Saturday at 12:00, and groups of 10 or more require an Elevated Tasting. The tasting room also has snacks and the option to purchase gift cards. There are extended experiences and special events as part of Flag Hill's offerings.

Philosophy Everything at Flag Hill is rooted in quality. They do not promise to do things purely out of tradition, and they commit not to follow traditions unless it makes the product better. All decisions are made with the question: Will this make it better?