Firefly Distillery

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Firefly Distillery is a renowned distillery located in South Carolina, United States. It is best known for its production of a variety of alcoholic beverages, including vodka, bourbon, moonshine, and rum. The distillery is particularly famous for its sweet tea vodka, which is considered a signature product.

History[edit | edit source]

Firefly Distillery was established in 2008 by Jim Irvin and Scott Newitt. The distillery was initially located on Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina, before moving to a larger facility in North Charleston in 2020. The founders' vision was to create a unique distillery that combined traditional distilling methods with innovative flavors and techniques.

Products[edit | edit source]

Firefly Distillery produces a wide range of alcoholic beverages. Their product line includes:

  • Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka: This is the distillery's flagship product. It is a blend of tea from a local tea plantation and vodka, with a hint of natural sweetener.
  • Firefly Moonshine: A clear, unaged whiskey that is distilled in the traditional manner.
  • Firefly Bourbon: Aged in oak barrels, this bourbon has a rich, smooth flavor.
  • Firefly Rum: Made from sugarcane molasses, this rum is available in both white and spiced varieties.

Distillery Tours[edit | edit source]

Firefly Distillery offers guided tours that provide an insight into the distilling process. Visitors can learn about the history of the distillery, see the distilling equipment, and sample a selection of the distillery's products.

See Also[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD