ABOUT THIS EPISODE
On this episode of Grounded in Granite, host Jason Schreiber heads to Nashua, N.H., to explore the world of craft spirits inside Stephen StillZ LLC, the only still manufacturer in New Hampshire, where owner Stephen Zajac shares his journey into the art of distillation.
He launched the business in 2014, making stills of all sizes for homes and distilleries, but interest in hobby distilling soared during the COVID-19 pandemic, turning what began as a small operation into a booming business.
The business is now shipping stills around the world amid growing interest in craft distilling and the community around it.
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EPISODE CHAPTERS:
00:00 — Introduction to Stills Production
01:25 — The Journey of Stephen Stills LLC
05:15 — Manufacturing Process and Production Insights
07:35 — Understanding the Distillation Process
10:25 — Legal Landscape of Home Distilling
13:00 — Challenges and Growth in the Business
15:46 — Customer Service and Quality Control
19:19 — Future Prospects and Market Trends
22:23 — Seasonal Trends and Customer Demographics
25:18 — Final Thoughts and Responsible Distilling
