Smooth Ambler Spirits Co.

Smooth Ambler Spirits Co. is an independent whiskey distillery based in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. Founded with a fiercely independent spirit, the company set out to prove that world-class bourbon and rye whiskey could be crafted in the Appalachian hills, far from the traditional Kentucky distilleries. Smooth Ambler’s philosophy is rooted in Appalachian know-how, honesty, and a commitment to doing what’s right every day. The company is a source of pride for West Virginians, providing jobs and opportunities for the local community while embracing diversity and building relationships based on trust.\n\nSmooth Ambler produces a range of award-winning whiskies under three main brands: Contradiction, Old Scout, and Founders’ Cask Strength Series. The Contradiction line features mingled whiskies, including Contradiction Bourbon (a blend of straight bourbon whiskies) and Contradiction Rye (a blend of straight rye whiskies). The Old Scout series includes procured and custom whiskies such as Old Scout Single Barrel Straight Rye, Old Scout Port Cask Finish Rye, Old Scout 7 Bourbon, and Old Scout Custom Straight Bourbon and Rye. The Founders’ Cask Strength Series showcases homemade, cask-strength straight bourbon and rye whiskies, highlighting the distillery’s craftsmanship and attention to detail.\n\nSmooth Ambler’s products are distributed nationally, and the company is recognized for its transparency in sourcing and blending, as well as its dedication to quality. As part of the Pernod Ricard family of brands, Smooth Ambler maintains its independent ethos while benefiting from global distribution and resources. The distillery’s commitment to the land, people, and resources of West Virginia is evident in every bottle, making it a standout in the American whiskey landscape.\n\nKey products: Contradiction Bourbon, Contradiction Rye, Old Scout Single Barrel Rye, Old Scout Port Cask Finish Rye, Old Scout 7 Bourbon, Old Scout Custom Bourbon and Rye, Founders’ Cask Strength Bourbon and Rye.\n\nIndustries served: Spirits, CPG, Beverage Alcohol.\n\nNotable clients: Distributed nationally; part of Pernod Ricard portfolio.\n\nYear founded: Not explicitly stated, but company history and awards suggest operation since the early 2010s.