Virginia Foothills Distillery & Company

Virginia Foothills Distillery & Company, LLC is a craft distillery located in Orange County, Virginia, in what is known as “The Foothills of Virginia.” Founded by distillers Colonel Chuck and Christen Reinhold alongside restaurateurs Chef Craig and Donna Hartman, the distillery draws on the area’s rich agricultural history and distilling traditions.

Their mission is to produce high-quality, award-winning spirits using a near-zero waste process that supports local Virginia producers. While they offer a range of spirits, their signature product is the Blind Preacher Rye Bourbon, which uses a sweet mash process and is offered in both small-batch and single-barrel expressions. The distillery is known for blending the art of distillation with a fine dining and culinary experience.