Yellowfin Distillery sits on East Burton Street in Sulphur, Louisiana, a small industrial town where the Gulf Coast meets Cajun country. Founded by Brian and Tami Bordelon in 2018, this husband-and-wife operation emerged from Brian’s background in the oil and gas industry and their shared passion for Louisiana’s rich distilling heritage. The couple transformed a modest industrial space into Southwest Louisiana’s craft spirits destination, naming their venture after the prized yellowfin tuna that cruise the nearby Gulf waters. The Bordelons didn’t just jump into distilling—they spent two years researching, traveling to established distilleries, and learning from master distillers before firing up their custom-built copper pot still. Brian handles the production side while Tami manages operations and visitor experiences, creating a genuinely personal operation where you’re likely to meet the owners during your visit. Their focus centers on small-batch bourbon and rum, with each spirit reflecting Louisiana’s unique climate and the couple’s commitment to hands-on craftsmanship. Visitors step into a working distillery where the smell of fermenting grain mixes with the sweet aroma of aging spirits. The tasting room feels more like a friend’s well-appointed garage than a polished tourist destination, and that’s exactly the vibe the Bordelons were going for. You can watch Brian work the still, ask Tami about their barrel selection process, and taste spirits that genuinely capture the character of this overlooked corner of Louisiana. It’s craft distilling at its most authentic—no marketing gloss, just good people making spirits they’re proud to put their name on.