559 - That Distillery in North Carolina You'll Hear About Real Soon with Pete Barger Southern Distilling
Can a North Carolina distillery really take on the heavyweights of the Bluegrass? Today, we’re joined by Pete Barger, the co-founder of Southern Distilling Company, to talk about how he’s disrupting the craft bourbon landscape from just outside of Charlotte. Pete brings a unique background of engineering and agricultural expertise to the table, and he’s sharing the story of how they built a massive, state-of-the-art operation that’s doing everything from contract distilling for powerhouses like Brothers Bond to winning double golds with their own Paragon wheated bourbon. Pete breaks down their commitment to regenerative farming and how sourcing local North Carolina grains creates a flavor profile that stands out in a crowded market. We also taste their American Single Malt and just wait until you hear Ryan's reaction. This is what American Single Malt has been missing.
Show Notes:
Show Notes:
- The craft bourbon movement's landscape in North Carolina
- Merging engineering with whiskey-making
- Tackling the whisky provenance debate: quality vs. origin
- Collaboration insights: Brothers Bond and regenerative agriculture
- The role of barrel selection and innovative finishes
- The introduction of honey-cask bourbon and its market strategy
- Future plans for Southern Distilling and commitment to community
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Can a North Carolina distillery really take on the heavyweights of the Bluegrass? Today, we’re joined by Pete Barger, the co-founder of Southern Distilling Company, to talk about how he’s disrupting the craft bourbon landscape from just outside of Charlotte. Pete brings a unique background of engineering and agricultural expertise to the table, and he’s sharing the story of how they built a massive, state-of-the-art operation that’s doing everything from contract distilling for powerhouses like Brothers Bond to winning double golds with their own Paragon wheated bourbon. Pete breaks down their commitment to regenerative farming and how sourcing local North Carolina grains creates a flavor profile that stands out in a crowded market. We also taste their American Single Malt and just wait until you hear Ryan's reaction. This is what American Single Malt has been missing.
Show Notes:
Show Notes:
- The craft bourbon movement's landscape in North Carolina
- Merging engineering with whiskey-making
- Tackling the whisky provenance debate: quality vs. origin
- Collaboration insights: Brothers Bond and regenerative agriculture
- The role of barrel selection and innovative finishes
- The introduction of honey-cask bourbon and its market strategy
- Future plans for Southern Distilling and commitment to community
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2026-03-26
68 min
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