Big Block Brewing
Big Block engines made their debut in family cars in the late 50’s and early 60’s long before the muscle car ever hit the streets. Back then, ordering a Big Block motor was rare, expensive and not real great on gas. People put these larger, powerful motors in their 4-door Impalas, Galaxies, Wildcats, and Vista cruisers because they wanted more. It made their drive to work or the store just a little bit better, a little faster, a little more fun…. it separated them from the rest and best of all… they did it because they could.
Our brewery was founded on the same principle. Our brews take a little longer to produce, they cost a little more to make, and they just might be a little more fun. When we sit down to have a beer, we want something a little bit more. Why do we brew this way? …Because we can. Take one of our brews for a test drive, sit back and enjoy the ride. Cheers!
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.
