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John Emerald Distilling

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Jimmy Sharp and his father, John, were hobby beer brewers before they decided to start a distillery. They trained for two years and opened their family-owned operation in Opelika in early 2014.

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Caroline Porsiel
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.

Address: 706 N Railroad Ave
Opelika
Alabama
36801
United States
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Single Malt Whiskey, Spiced Rum, Barrel Aged Rum, Gin

Tours: Thurs - Fri 5pm to 9pm, Sat 3pm to 9pm

Modified: May 14, 2017

Tags: Gin, Rum, Vodka, and Whiskey
Address: 706 N Railroad Ave
Opelika
Alabama
36801
United States
Phone: +13342946505
Business Start: 2014
Permit ID: AL-S-20003
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Owner / Manager: John and Jimmy Sharp
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