7 Things You Should Know About Old Overholt, the Oldest Continuously Operating Whiskey Brand in the U.S.

Most of the rye whiskey produced in the U.S. today is made in Kentucky, but a village in rural Pennsylvania was once a major incubator of America’s rye scene. When Mennonite farmer Abraham Overholt established A. Overholt & Co. in West Overton in 1810, he started what would become one of the most historic, fabled distilleries in the country. The average whiskey drinker might classify the brand, now called Old Overholt, as a middle-to-bottom-shelf option because of its affordability and high-yield production, but it has been and remains a favorite among enthusiasts and industry folk for its palatability and versatility. The article 7 Things You Should Know About Old Overholt, the Oldest Continuously Operating Whiskey Brand in the U.S. appeared first on VinePair.