In this episode, GolfCask founder Brian Bailie sits down with Alex Toomy of Ragged Branch Distillery and co-host Bo Hammond to uncover the origins of one of Virginia’s most authentic whiskey makers.From the 2008 economic downturn and late-night ideas in a horse barn, to mentorship under legendary distillers and the chaotic first mash that blew its lid—this is the unfiltered, hands-on story of how Ragged Branch came to life.Alex shares how the team built a true grain-to-glass operation, why limestone water and Augusta County farmland are central to their whiskey, and what it means to keep control of every step—grains, barrels, and cattle feed included.This is Part 1 of the Ragged Branch journey: a story of grit, timing, and a dream to make Virginia’s everyday whiskey.👉 Don’t miss Part 2, where we dive deeper into recipes, signature bottles, and the future of Ragged Branch.👍 Like this video, 🔔 subscribe to GolfCask, and share it with a fellow whiskey lover or golfer who needs to hear this story.✍️ Join Us at https://golfcask.com#golfcask, #raggedbranch, #virginiawhiskey, #whiskeylovers, #bourbonlife, #grainstoglass, #whiskeycommunity, #whiskeytube, #craftwhiskey, #distillerylife, #everypourdastory, #golfandwhiskey, #whiskeyjourney, #whiskeytalk, #bourbonculture