Holladay Distillery, Missouri’s historic bourbon producer, has broken ground on its first new rickhouse in 75 years, marking a significant expansion for the Weston-based operation.
The new facility, designated as Rickhouse D, will be the distillery’s fourth ironclad rickhouse and maintains Holladay’s unique position as Missouri’s only distillery utilizing this specialized aging structure.
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Holladay Distillery’s New Rickhouse
St. Joseph-based Al J. Mueller Construction Company will lead the eight to nine-month building project. The new rickhouse will house 11,000 barrels, aligning with the capacity of Holladay’s existing facilities which range between 10,000 and 12,000 barrels.
“We’re proud to continue making Missouri history by expanding our capacity to distill, age, and distribute premium bourbon to a wider audience,” said Holladay Distillery president Mick Harris. “Rickhouse D is a significant investment into our future, as well as a commitment to continuing to meet growing demands for Holladay Bourbon.”
Historic Return to Bourbon Production
The expansion follows Holladay’s successful return to bourbon production in 2015, after a 30-year hiatus. Using the original 1856 mash bill, the distillery released Ben Holladay Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon in 2022, followed by Holladay Soft Red Wheat Bourbon in 2023, featuring a new wheat-based recipe developed in 2016.
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Portfolio Growth
Holladay’s current bourbon portfolio includes several distinctive offerings beyond their flagship products. The lineup features Rickhouse Proof and One Barrel Bourbons, both bottled at barrel proof after minimum six-year aging periods in the original rickhouses. The distillery also produces the Ancient Cave Collection, featuring experimental barrel finishes.
The new Rickhouse D represents Holladay’s latest chapter in its long history, following the construction of its first three rickhouses in the early 1900s, 1930, and 1950. This expansion will support production across all product lines while maintaining the distillery’s commitment to traditional aging methods.
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