AMBRU’s Plan to Win Designation for American Brandy and Rum A Legacy Without Protection American Brandy and Rum trace their roots to the 1600s—before bourbon. By 1735, Georgia colonists were distilling their own, defying British rum bans 40 years before independence....
While the East Coast pioneered American brandy, the spirit’s journey stretched beyond, from Georgia’s experimental twists to the West Coast’s late bloom. This piece explores these lesser-known chapters, highlighting innovation and regional flair. Beyond the East...
The Dawn of Commercial Distilling in North America Imagine the raw shores of colonial North America in the early 17th century—ships heavy with molasses, the musk of fermenting mash rising from wooden vats, and still fires glowing in the dusk. The tale of commercial...
American Brandy: A Legacy of East Coast Spirit and Revolution Signature brandies, distilled from grapes and apples, weave a rich thread through America’s history. From the East Coast’s earliest orchards and vineyards to frontier stills, these spirits shaped colonial...
The Birthright of American Rum Rum is more than a spirit; it’s a distilled chronicle of trade, resilience, and rebellion woven into the fabric of American history. This blog post traces rum’s evolution from ancient sugarcane fields to its pivotal role in shaping the...
Geographical Indicators and Designated Products In the artisanal spirits landscape, where authenticity reigns supreme, tools like geographical indicators (GIs) and designated product statuses can define a brand’s success. The AMBRU Campaign—short for American Brandy...
