Owl Creek Vineyard
We are a local winery and cidery based out of Cobden, Illinois. All of our wine and cider products are produced and bottled on site using as many local ingredients as we can get our hands on! Come visit us! We provide: guided tastings to help you find your favorite beverage; a selection of tasty cafe offerings; live local music on the weekends, and a friendly & relaxing atmosphere.
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.
