Backwoods Brewing Company
Backwoods Brewing Company is proudly located in Carson, Washington, amidst the scenic Columbia River Gorge. Founded by the Waters family in 2012, Backwoods has set the course to be a true Pacific Northwest brewery with their hearty beer and amazing food. Come by, relax, enjoy the outdoors and, of course, have a great beer!
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.
