Old Glory Distilling Co. sits on Alfred Thun Road in Clarksville, Tennessee, about 45 minutes northwest of Nashville. Founded by Brian Downing, a former military officer who served at nearby Fort Campbell, the distillery opened its doors in 2015 with a clear mission to honor American service members through craft spirits. The operation runs out of a 6,000-square-foot facility that houses their copper pot stills and barrel storage, where they produce bourbon, moonshine, and specialty spirits using traditional methods with a modern twist. Downing’s military background shaped everything about Old Glory’s approach. After years of deployments and service, he wanted to create something that celebrated American heritage while building a business in the community where he’d served. The distillery’s name isn’t just patriotic branding—it reflects Downing’s genuine commitment to supporting veterans and active military personnel. They offer military discounts and regularly host events that bring together the local Fort Campbell community with civilian whiskey enthusiasts. What you’ll find here is a no-nonsense operation that focuses on quality production rather than flashy marketing. The tasting room feels like hanging out in someone’s well-appointed garage bar, complete with military memorabilia and a relaxed atmosphere where conversations flow as freely as the whiskey. Downing and his small team are usually on-site, happy to talk about their distilling process or share stories from their military days. It’s the kind of place where you might arrive for a quick tasting and end up staying for an hour, especially if you catch them during a distilling run when the whole place smells like sweet mash and oak.