Mossy Ledge Spirits sits on a quiet stretch of Lakins Road in Etna, Maine, where founders Chris and Jenn Murphy turned their passion for craft spirits into reality. The couple, who previously worked in hospitality and food service, launched their distillery in 2019 with a focus on small-batch production using local Maine ingredients whenever possible. Their operation centers around a custom copper still housed in a converted barn-style building that maintains the rural character of central Maine while serving as a modern production facility. The Murphys didn’t stumble into distilling by accident. Chris spent years experimenting with home distillation and studying traditional techniques, while Jenn brought business acumen and a keen palate for flavor profiles. They wanted to create spirits that reflected Maine’s agricultural heritage and clean water sources. The journey from concept to opening took nearly three years, including navigating state licensing requirements and building out their production space to meet commercial standards. Visitors to Mossy Ledge find themselves in an intimate setting where you’re likely to meet the founders themselves during your visit. The tasting room feels more like a friend’s well-appointed barn than a commercial space, with exposed beams and local artwork on the walls. They produce vodka, gin, and seasonal spirits, with plans to age whiskey as their operation matures. The scale here is genuinely small—this isn’t a place trying to distribute nationwide, but rather focused on serving their local community and visitors who appreciate craft spirits made with attention to detail.