A TRUE TENNESSEE HERITAGE
Tennessee Hills Distillery was founded by Stephen and Jessica Callahan in 2014 in Jonesborough, Tennessee's oldest town. It is situated in a historically significant building known as the Salt House, which played a pivotal role during the Civil War due to its proximity to the railway and its use as a storage facility for salt, a precious commodity at the time.
Our Story
Tennessee Hills began with a passion for making quality liquor, founded on hard work and community—the rugged spirit. Stephen and Jessica Callahan are Washington County natives, and can't imagine calling anywhere else home. The Callahan’s graduated from college with degrees in Biology and Chemistry, but decided a 9 to 5 in a white lab coat was not the end goal. Stephen’s heart lay in crafting spirits. The Callahan’s stopped at nothing to make their dreams a reality. They put in long hours, doing everything the business required, even making stills. The TN Hills Distillery opened in the historic Salt House of Jonesborough in 2016.
A TRUE PARTNERSHIP
In 2020, the Callahans partnered with Scott and Daphene Andrew to scale Tennessee Hills Distillery. This collaboration led to a significant expansion project in Bristol, Tennessee, aimed at creating the state's largest craft distillery. The new facility features advanced, fully automated systems capable of producing a significant volume of Tennessee Whiskey/American Single Malt per week, alongside a canning line and a bottling line.
OUR MISSION
Tennessee Hills prides itself on embodying the spirit of the Volunteer State, combining time-honored craftsmanship with modern innovation. Its mission is to craft exceptional spirits that celebrate the heritage, community, and natural beauty of Tennessee's Appalachian Highlands. The distillery aims to create memorable experiences that foster a sense of connection and celebration among its patrons.
