Willett Distillery
Willett Distillery is one of Kentucky's original family-owned distilleries, established in 1936 by Thompson Willett and still family owned and operated.
Last updated September 15, 2026
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Overview
Willett Distillery is described on its official site as one of Kentucky's original family-owned distilleries, sitting on the same legendary estate as its descendants. It was established in 1936 by Thompson Willett, and the site states that 90 years later Willett remains truly family owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren. Its Kentucky whiskeys are presented as crafted to be shared among friends for celebrations both intimate and epic.
History
Willett Distillery was established in 1936 by Thompson Willett, according to the official About page. The same page states that the family's whiskey legacy began long before, and that thanks to his father and grandfather, Thompson held a deep knowledge and respect for the craftsmanship involved in making fine whiskeys: use the best ingredients available, pay close attention to the details, then take a step back and give the whiskey time and space to develop character. The homepage states that Willett Distillery sits on the same legendary estate as its descendants and that, 90 years later, Willett remains truly family owned and operated by Thompson Willett's grandchildren.
Products and positioning
One of Kentucky's original family-owned distilleries; family owned and operated.
Product categories. Kentucky Whiskeys
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