Why Virginia Bourbon Is America’s Best-Kept Secret

Virginia’s Hunt Country. Steeped in equestrian heritage, it’s a snapshot of serenity, with rolling hills, winding roads, and historic horse farms. And from this charming pocket of Virginia comes one of America’s best-kept secrets: Virginia bourbon.

We know this place well—because we chose it with purpose. After thoughtfully sourcing exceptional bourbon from some of Kentucky and Indiana’s most respected distillers, we bring it home to Middleburg, where our aging and finishing expertise turns it into something entirely our own.

In repurposed equestrian barns tucked into the heart of Hunt Country, our barrels rest in climate-intentional spaces. Here, the rhythm of the seasons, the quiet air, and the character of the land shape the spirit inside. But the real transformation happens under the guidance of our whiskey maker and production team—experts in maturing in oak and finishing in sherry, wine, and other distinctive casks that add complexity and character.

It’s this combination of careful sourcing, skilled finishing, and an environment unlike any other that makes Virginia bourbon one of America’s best-kept secrets.

What Makes Virginia Bourbon So Distinct?

While bourbon was born and bred in Kentucky, it’s in the hills of Virginia that it takes on a voice of its own.

The state’s four distinct seasons—warm summers, crisp autumns, cold winters, and fresh springs—allow the spirit to expand and contract within the oak, drawing deeper character from the barrel. The result is a layered, expressive flavor profile that’s warm, rounded, and unmistakably Virginian.

And at Hunt Country, we go further—finishing each batch in specialty casks and bringing a deliberate, artful approach to every barrel we touch.

Is Virginia a Good Bourbon State?

Absolutely.

Virginia’s natural beauty is more than scenery—it’s part of the process. And in Hunt Country, the heart of Virginia’s horse country, we’ve found a place where bourbon can truly thrive.

The rolling hills and temperate shifts bring personality to every barrel. Our bourbon doesn’t just age here—it evolves, shaped by both its environment and the quiet precision of our craft.

How Hunt Country Is Redefining the Best Virginia Bourbon

We’re not here to replicate Kentucky. We’re here to create something bold, grounded, and unmistakably Virginian.

Blending time-honored tradition with a modern sensibility, we take a small-batch approach that allows us to treat every barrel with care. From aging to finishing, every step is intentional—focused not on mass production, but on quality, consistency, and individuality.

It’s a living craft, and it shows in every pour.

What Sets Virginia’s Hunt Country Bourbon Apart?

We’re proud to say that Hunt Country Bourbon reflects the best of what Virginia has to offer—authentic, hands-on, and rooted in place.

• Our bourbon matures in repurposed equestrian barns and stables, spaces chosen not just for their charm, but for their influence. Depending on the season, the placement of each barrel within the barn is intentional—whether nestled in a cool, shaded corner or set in a sun-warmed loft. Each location offers a different aging experience, and we use that to bring out the best in every barrel.
• The Virginia climate does the rest. Its natural temperature swings work in harmony with our barrels, creating ideal conditions for the bourbon to breathe, shift, and deepen over time.
• Virginia bourbon isn’t trying to reinvent anything. It’s simply revealing a story that hasn’t yet been fully told. A story of deep roots, quiet precision, and a spirit with unmistakable soul.

If you’re ready to try a bourbon that stands confidently on its own, we invite you to enjoy a pour (or two) of Hunt Country Bourbon.

Want to Visit Hunt Country Bourbon?

We’re proud to be reimagining what great bourbon can be—and to be sharing the soul of Virginia along the way. There’s nothing we love more than welcoming fellow bourbon enthusiasts to a Barrel Pick Experience in historic Middleburg, where Hunt Country Bourbon is aged and bottled with care. You can inquire here.