Virtual Chapter Social - Member Spotlight - Manhattan Night 5:00pm CT

Hear Jeff’s Story, See the Distillery and Join in a Manhattan Cocktail Class

THIS EVENT RUNS FROM 5:00-6:30PM CENTRAL

Who doesn’t like kicking back with a tasty libation? Jeff Yosowitz and Bob Windy do. After meeting on a camping trip years ago while ACC member Jeff practiced in a traditional corporate attorney setting, the duo started making wine together. Winemaking evolved into brandy. Before long, Jeff and Bob founded their distillery Star Union Spirits in Peru, Illinois, near Starved Rock State Park.

Ever since they cut the ribbon and opened their doors, Star Union Spirits has distinguished themselves with their award-winning brandies and rums. From the raw materials to their ornate labels, the Illinois distillery ensures every facet of their process fosters unique and unexpected qualities in their small batch spirits and craft cocktails.

Keeping a piece of their winemaking roots, Star Union Spirits still uses the early-20th century wine press Jeff and Bob used. They shape their spirits using pure limestone water, fresh fruits, local grains, and a custom built still.  Twice a year Star Union Spirits sources their Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, from South America in the Spring, and California in the Fall. The grapes' essence runs through the buttery brandy. Aged in toasted American oak barrels, Single Barrel Immature Cabernet Sauvignon Brandy is accentuated with tones of caramel.  As their tag line reads, Invigorate, Libate, Inclinate!