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Great Central Brewing Company

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The Great Central Brewing Company exists for craft brewers to make more of what we all love. Whether you’re an established brewery that’s expanding, a newer brand looking for additional capacity, seeking to develop a private label brew or just need a little seasonal help, our brewery is your brewery.

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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: 221 N Wood St
Chicago
Illinois
60612
United States
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Modified: October 8, 2024

Tags: Beer
Address: 221 N Wood St
Chicago
Illinois
60612
United States
Phone: +1 855-464-4222
Business Start: 2015
Permit ID: IL-S-20103, IL-W-21110
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