Barbara Irons, co-founder of the Big Red Barn Retreat in Winnsboro, SC receives a donation check from Meredith and Craig Amick.

This past November we honored Veteran’s Day with a special release of our William Alan Battlefield Bourbon, a hand-picked single barrel bourbon, chosen in an exclusive tasting.  The Veteran barrel pick stemmed from a visit with Matt & Gus of Whiskey & Whitetails along a few invited Veterans.

The release gave us the opportunity to welcome bourbon loving veterans from across the state to our distillery. For some, it was a first time visit, for others a return for favored spirits. For our Hollow Creek team it was a chance to thank those who served along with those who continue to serve, in addition to raising funds for the Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR).

Founded in 2014, BRBR began with offering services to help veterans and first responders who are struggling with PTSD and transitioning out of the military. Through a variety of programs, the staff at BRBR provide heroes with transformative programs, training, and services, so they become the best version of themselves.

Today we had the opportunity to visit BRBR, touring the lodge and learning of all the programs and services they provide. We even had the chance to meet Barbara Irons, whose husband was the inspiration for the facility, and presented her with a check from the proceeds of our special release bourbon.

If you know us, you know we live by, “Faith, Family and Hard Work”, and a big part of our faith is service. This donation is given with heartfelt gratitude and respect for all who serve.