Southern Grown weekend kicks off with a Sea Island tradition more than half a century in the making. Take the Jeep Train over to Rainbow Island for a relaxed and rustic night, including live music, a cash bar, and a family dining feast of authentic Southern cooking. Enjoy a selection of specially curated whiskeys from Heaven Hill, with artisanal distiller Jodie Filiatreau on hand to share more about the brand. Jeep Train pickups begin at Beach Club at 4:45 p.m. and drop offs continue until 9:30 p.m.
Reservations required.
$95/adult, $45/child (ages 4-12, no charge for children age 3 and under) – A 25% service charge and 6% tax will apply.
Heaven Hill Distillery is a family-owned spirits company founded by the Shapira family in 1935 in Bardstown, Kentucky. With a history spanning more than 90 years, the company operates multiple distilleries, including Bernheim Distillery in Louisville and Heaven Hill Springs Distillery in Bardstown. Together, these facilities produce a wide range of American whiskeys, combining traditional craftsmanship with a commitment to quality.
Jodie Filiatreau is a respected leader in the Bourbon industry with more than four decades of experience in whiskey production and maturation. After beginning his career with Heaven Hill in 1981, he rose through the company and developed extensive expertise in distillery and barrel-aging operations. Today, as Artisanal Distiller at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience, Jodie leads the creation of select limited-release offerings, including the Square 6 line, while also coaching Heaven Hill’s championship-winning barrel rolling teams.
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