History Old Home Distillers is a family-owned farm distillery located near Lebanon, New York. The Carvell family, led by Jerry and Marlene, has brought together three generations in the effort to create fine spirits. Since 2015 they have mashed, fermented, and distilled small batches of bourbon, whiskey, gin and other specialties from scratch using 100 percent NYS-grown corn and local ingredients. It is a place where the family name is on every bottle and where authenticity and craftsmanship are highly valued. The property has been transformed from a 100-year-old barn into a functioning distillery, and has since been expanded with a warehouse building for casks and a grain-handling facility. The distillery sits on its historic farm and is driven by a close collaboration between family and the farm's resources.

Production

From Farm to Glass

Old Home Distillers produces small, handcrafted batches and does not churn out bulk spirits. Production takes place on the farm in a renovated 100-year-old barn, where mashing, fermentation and distillation occur on-site. They mash only NYS-grown grain and use natural water from the farm's deep spring wells. The small-batch approach allows for special products without compromising the purity and integrity of the craft.

Ingredients and Style

The mash bill consists of corn from Vernon Center, malted barley from Western and Central NY, and rye malt from Hudson Valley. All products are distilled and bottled on the farm, and emphasis is placed on delivering a creative range without purchasing bulk spirits. The products highlight the local ingredients and the regional flavors from Central New York.

Products / Whisky Series - Brothers’ Cut Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 92 proof, 2+ years old; made from NYS corn (Vernon Center), malted barley from Western and Central NY, and rye malt; with a long finish. - Field Days Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 86 proof, 2+ years old; all-corn bourbon; smooth and sweet finish. - Electric Mayhem Straight Rye Whiskey — 88 proof, 2+ years old; two-thirds rye and one-third corn; classic rye spice, tobacco and cedar. - Empire American Single Malt Whiskey — 86 proof, 2+ years old; all NYS malted barley; biscuit, ale, butterscotch, aromatic. - Corn Whiskey — 100 proof, unaged; 100% corn; a clean “white dog” with notes of buttery popcorn and black pepper. - Maple Whiskey — 80 proof, unaged; corn whiskey infused with local maple syrup; sweet but not overly sweet. - Peppershine — 100 proof, unaged; corn whiskey infusion with local jalapeño; bold and well-integrated. - OHD Gin — 90 proof, unaged; triple-distilled from local corn with eight botanicals; juniper notes with spicy and citrusy hints. - Hive Hero — 80 proof, 2+ years old in new charred oak casks; 100% NYS honey distillate aged as a dry, deep spirit. - Lab Sinthe — 120 proof, unaged; true absinthe made from triple-distilled local corn with anise and wormwood; licorice note. - Applejack — 80 proof, unaged; 100% NYS apples; eau de vie style; suitable for a warm toddy or as a drop-shot. - Legacy Bottles — rare and limited releases, often sold out, with different finish variants (Barrel Proof, Mezcal Finish, Port Finish, Red Zin Finish). - Clear Spirits (Unaged) — Without colors and additives: Corn Whiskey 100 proof; OHD Gin 90 proof; Applejack OUT OF STOCK. - Spiced and seasonal releases — including Spiced (86 proof, 1 year in used whiskey barrel) and Peppershine 3: Barnburner (100 proof, LIMITED RELEASE). - Barrell-Rested Gin — 90 proof, aged 1 year in a used rye whiskey barrel. - Small-batch, craft-focused approach — all products are produced in small handcrafted batches using locally grown materials and natural water.

Visit / Experiences Tasting room and tours are a staple of the experience: the distillery is open every weekend for free tours and tastings (Thursdays 12–16, Fridays 12–17, Saturdays 12–17). No reservation is required; for other times they can be arranged by appointment. Age requirement: 21+ for tasting and purchase. Tours and tastings are also available by appointment using the contact details on the site.

Philosophy Old Home Distillers adheres to a strong craft philosophy: small batches, handmade work, and the use of 100% NYS-grown ingredients and sources. They distill, mash and bottle on the farm and promise a clean and unpretentious expression of their craft, without buying bulk spirits. They pledge high quality and integrity in every bottle and convey a strong connection to Central New York and the family’s heritage.