Old Hatchery
Local winery specializing in grapes from the Northwest. Currently we offer six wines Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay ’07 & ’10, Viognier and Chenin Blanc. Also serving seasonal sangria, including red, white, mojito, raspberry lemonade and black cherry. License includes selling off and on premises and the bar is able to stay open till 2:00am, come join us for your wine of choice!
History
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
