R.M. Rose And Company Distillers sits on Dicks Hill Parkway in Mt. Airy, Georgia, about an hour northeast of Atlanta in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains. Founded by Robert M. Rose, a former corporate executive who left the business world to pursue his passion for crafting premium spirits, the distillery opened its doors in 2015 after years of planning and navigating local regulations. The facility operates out of a purpose-built production space that houses copper pot stills and aging warehouses, focusing primarily on bourbon and moonshine production using traditional Appalachian methods. Rose’s journey into distilling began as a hobby that grew into an obsession with perfecting his craft. After spending decades in corporate America, he decided to take the leap into full-time distilling, drawing inspiration from the rich moonshine heritage of North Georgia. The distillery emphasizes small-batch production, with Rose and his team maintaining hands-on control over every aspect of the process, from milling grain to bottling. They source corn locally when possible and use traditional copper pot stills to create spirits that honor the region’s distilling legacy while meeting modern quality standards. Visitors to R.M. Rose find a working distillery where you can see the production process firsthand and taste spirits that reflect the owner’s commitment to quality over quantity. The atmosphere is relaxed and educational, with tours that focus on the actual craft of distilling rather than flashy marketing. Rose often leads tours himself when he’s not overseeing production, sharing stories about the challenges of starting a distillery in Georgia and the techniques he’s refined over the years. The tasting room offers samples of their current releases, and you can purchase bottles directly from the source.