‘George Washington whiskey tastings’

    

Mount Vernon

Today and every Saturday afternoon in June and again in September, George Washington’s Mount Vernon is hosting tastings of whiskeys distilled on the site employing eighteenth century methods. Rally the lodge, charter a bus, and go! From the publicity:

Experience A Unique

Tasting Opportunity

In 1799, George Washington’s distillery produced nearly 11,000 gallons, making it one of the largest whiskey distilleries in America. Today, a faithfully reconstructed working distillery produces small batch spirits on-site. Enjoy a rare opportunity to taste Mount Vernon’s one-of-a-kind distilled spirits.

Tickets are available here.

What’s Included in Your Visit

Distillery & Gristmill Tour

Discover the history of George Washington’s whiskey from Mount Vernon’s Historic Trades team, and find out how they distill spirits today.

Your tour begins one hour before your tasting. For instance, if your tasting is for 2 p.m., your distillery tour will begin at 1 p.m. Please allow a few minutes for check-in.

Mount Vernon

Tastings of Three Distilled Spirits

Sample three distilled spirits, made using 18th-century distilling methods and techniques.

🥃 George Washington’s Rye Whiskey (unaged)

🥃 George Washington’s Straight Rye Whiskey® (aged 2-4 years)

🥃 George Washington Straight Rye Premium Whiskey® (aged a minimum of four years, currently up to eight years)

🥃 Bottled older ryes, aged 6-7 years, also will be available.

Virginia ABC Law dictates that tasting pours cannot exceed a total of 3 oz. in a 24-hour period.

The tasting takes place outdoors, as Virginia Law prevents us from holding tasting events in the same building where our whiskey is stored.

Commemorative Glencairn Glass

You will take home a commemorative shot glass to remember your experience.

Admission to Mount Vernon

Ticket holders also receive general admission to Mount Vernon on the day of their tasting (a $30 value), which is located 2.7 miles from the Distillery & Gristmill. Please allow adequate time for travel. Show your tasting ticket at the Mount Vernon ticket window for admittance.