Cooley Bay Winery

Origin of Cooley Bay Winery:
The beginnings of Cooley Bay Winery started with a dream to bring a specialty drink called “The Cooley” to market. In the process of development of the “The Cooley”, a love of the world of wine and the great people involved was created. In 2014, it was determined that a Tasting Room would be built in Van Alystyne, Texas were wine lovers could come together to taste some great wines and experience ” The Cooley” on tap, while sitting back and relaxing with your family and friends.
The Van Alstyne,Texas Winery:
Cooley Bay Winery, the first Winery in the City of Van Alstyne, Texas was constructed on the site of an abandoned AT&T Communications tower site. In the early 90’s the tower was destroyed in a severe storm and the building remained vacant for decades until it was remodeled and enlarged into a contemporary tasting room to enjoy wine tastings, pairings, and the purchase of traditional varieties of wine, fruit wines, and experience “The Cooley”.

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.