Dry Fly Distilling - Take Two

Though I hardly know them, I am proud of them. These two guys - Kent and Don have created something great just off Hamilton in Spokane. Dry Fly Distilling will likely have a huge line out front Friday morning heralding the sale of the second batch of Dry Fly Wheat Whiskey. I was fortunate enough to land 3 bottles of batch one. Two while standing in line in Spokane and the third on an off-chance call to a Tacoma Liquor Store. That bottle was shared with friends who are now fans and trying to get their own two hands on Friday's distribution.

Regardless, these two guys and their team are doing it right. They are creating a high quality product that is attracting a following that borders on cult - and I'm a member. Here's why I think they are successful.

• They are the epitome of "Buy Local" - All their ingredients come from WA
• They share - they invite others to be a part of their distilling school and share their process - no mysteries
• They reach out to their community - They allow groups to help bottle their product creating a fun social activity
• They create quality - I don't like Gin but I love Dry Fly Gin. Every other Gin I've ever had was similar to chewing on Juniper leaves. Their whiskey is to die for and the Vodka is as well.

I will be hunting on Friday for my own bottle(s) of Dry Fly.

Congratulations guys - you've earned it.