Holman Distillery sits on a quiet stretch of Hose Road in Moravian Falls, North Carolina, where the Blue Ridge Mountains roll into the Brushy Mountains. Founded by David and Connie Holman, this small-batch operation started as a dream retirement project that turned into something much more serious. David, a former engineer, spent years perfecting his recipes in a home setup before deciding to go legal and commercial. The distillery operates out of a purpose-built facility where they focus on traditional American whiskeys using locally sourced grains when possible. The Holmans didn’t rush into this business. David’s engineering background shows in how methodically he approached distilling, treating each batch like a precision project. After years of research and recipe development, they opened their doors but kept things intentionally small-scale. Connie handles much of the business side while David focuses on production, and their approach is more about getting things right than getting them fast. They’re particular about their process and aren’t trying to flood the market with product. Since they operate by appointment only, visiting Holman Distillery feels more like dropping by a friend’s workshop than touring a commercial facility. The space reflects their no-nonsense approach to distilling, with equipment chosen for quality over flash. You’ll get to see their entire operation, which isn’t massive but is thoughtfully designed. The Holmans are usually the ones showing visitors around, so you’re learning directly from the people who designed and built this operation from scratch.