FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Award-winning East Ellijay distillery expands availability of its modern American liqueurs and spirits to licensed retailers, restaurants, and bars across Georgia
EAST ELLIJAY, GA — August 26, 2026 — House Of Applejay, Inc., the independent East Ellijay distillery known for its award-winning modern American liqueurs and spirits, announces its new distribution partnership with Savannah Distributing Company, expanding availability of the House Of Applejay portfolio to licensed retailers, restaurants, and bars throughout Georgia.
The partnership marks an important stage of growth for House Of Applejay, bringing spirits crafted in Georgia’s apple country and the Southern Appalachian Mountains to accounts across the state.
“Georgia is our home, and statewide availability is an important milestone for House Of Applejay,” said Caroline Porsiel, Founder, CEO, Distiller and Liqueurist of House Of Applejay. “Savannah Distributing gives us the opportunity to reach more retailers, restaurants, and bars while continuing to build a distinctly Georgia spirits brand from here in East Ellijay.”
Savannah Distributing is a locally owned, family-operated Georgia beverage distributor serving licensed accounts throughout the state. Founded in 1938, the company distributes a portfolio of premium spirits, wines, beers, and other beverages across Georgia.
House Of Applejay has built its identity around the modern art of liqueur, placing liqueurs at the center of both sipping and modern cocktail culture. Its portfolio is crafted without artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives and includes Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur, winner of Double Gold at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition; Mt. Wildcat Old-Style Juniper Liqueur; Cranberry Mountain Liqueur; Applejay from Ellijay; Mt. Grassy Knob Vodka; and Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka.
The statewide expansion also makes House Of Applejay’s liqueurs more accessible to Georgia cocktail programs. The portfolio is designed for enjoyment neat or over ice as well as for cocktails such as the Mountain Old Fashioned, Wildcat Tonic, Hank’s Cosmo, and Georgia Iced Tea.
“From the beginning, our goal has been to show that liqueur can be much more than a sweet addition behind the bar,” Porsiel said. “We create liqueurs with their own character and purpose. Having them available throughout Georgia gives more people the opportunity to experience that approach.”
FOR GEORGIA RETAILERS, RESTAURANTS & BARS
Licensed Georgia retailers, restaurants, and bars interested in carrying House Of Applejay products can order through Savannah Distributing Company.
Savannah Distributing Company
Contact: savdist.com/contact
Online Ordering: savdist.com/online-ordering
House Of Applejay — Trade & Ordering Information
houseofapplejay.com/order/
About House Of Applejay
Founded in 2022 in East Ellijay, Georgia, House Of Applejay, Inc. is an independent distillery specializing in modern American liqueurs and spirits. Rooted in Georgia’s apple country and the Southern Appalachian Mountains, House Of Applejay combines the centuries-old art of liqueur making with a distinctly American approach to flavor, drinking, and cocktail culture.
House Of Applejay spirits have earned recognition at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and New York World Spirits Competition, including a 2025 Double Gold for Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur and Gold recognition for Mt. Wildcat Old-Style Juniper Liqueur.
Visitors can experience House Of Applejay at its East Ellijay tasting room through tastings, signature cocktails, pre-booked tours, events, and the Bear Barrel Patio.
For more information, visit houseofapplejay.com.
About Savannah Distributing Company
Founded in 1938, Savannah Distributing Company is a locally owned, family-operated beverage distributor serving the state of Georgia. The company represents a portfolio of premium spirits, wine, beer, and other beverages and serves licensed retailers, restaurants, and bars throughout Georgia.
For more information, visit savdist.com.
Media Contact
Caroline Porsiel
Founder & CEO | Distiller & Liqueurist
House Of Applejay, Inc.
East Ellijay, Georgia
info@houseofapplejay.com
+1 404.771.4332
houseofapplejay.com