BootLeg Distilling sits on Yeakley Drive in Martinsburg, West Virginia, founded by Michael and Lisa Britt who transformed their passion for craft spirits into a full-scale distillery operation. The couple opened their doors in 2019 after spending years perfecting their recipes and navigating the complex world of federal and state distilling permits. Michael brings a background in engineering to the operation, which shows in their methodical approach to production, while Lisa handles the business side and visitor experience. The facility produces bourbon, moonshine, and flavored spirits using traditional copper pot stills in a clean, modern space that feels more like a craft brewery than a rustic mountain operation. The Britts didn’t come from distilling families or bourbon country—they’re West Virginia locals who saw an opportunity to bring craft distilling to the Eastern Panhandle and decided to learn the trade from the ground up. Their approach combines respect for traditional methods with modern equipment and quality control, producing spirits that reflect both their engineering precision and genuine enthusiasm for the craft. You’ll find them working alongside their small team most days, happy to talk about everything from mash bills to the challenges of starting a distillery in a state better known for coal than corn whiskey.