George Washington’s Peach Brandy resurrected after 200 years

George Washington’s Mount Vernon and the Distilled Spirits Council will release the first peach brandy distilled at George Washington’s Distillery in more than 200 years.

George Washington’s Peach Brandy will go on sale next month for the first time in more than 200 years

Just 400 bottles of Peach Brandy will be available to purchase at the Distillery & Gristmill in Mount Vernon, Virginia, from 1 April, and will also mark the reopening of the distillery which was first built by George Washington in 1797.

“There’s no better place to learn about George Washington’s entrepreneurial genius than at his whiskey distillery. Washington started the distillery in order to capitalize on the growing demand for rye whiskey, but he also used it to make liquors to serve to his guests,” said Curt Viebranz, President of George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

Peach Brandy was recreated at the distillery back in 2010 by a team of small distillers of the Distilled Spirits Council using methods dating back to the 18^th century, and has been double distilled in copper pot stills heated by wood fires and aged in toasted oak barrels.

“The reconstruction of George Washington’s Distillery has shone a bright light on America’s fascinating distilling heritage,” said Peter Cressy, president of the Distilled Spirits Council.

“It has captivated the public and helped energize the American whiskey renaissance. Further, Washington continues to be a role model for the entire industry with his lifelong personal commitment to moderation and responsibility.”

Consumers wishing to purchase a bottle will be issued with a voucher at 8am on 1 April with sales starting at 10am.

Sales are limited to one bottle per person and will be sold for US$150 per 350ml bottle.