COLUMBUS, Ind. — Two unique and controversial examples of Americana – Prohibition-era speakeasies and post-WWII neighborhood taverns – have long faded into history.
But not completely. A similar aura can be felt in a distillery operating in Columbus, that many people may not have discovered yet.
Savage Distilling, Inc. is just around the corner from Donut Central and north of the Mutt Tubbs N Stylin’ Dogs.
The tasting room, distillery, bar and food service is tucked into a space next to the Columbus Rock Climb at the intersection of 15th Street and Cottage Avenue.
Their nearest competing distilleries – Hard Truth and Bear Wallow – are located in Brown County.
After legally forming his company on Aug. 14, 2017, owner and proprietor Mike Arbuckle first applied for all necessary permits before opening up his doors at 1561 Cottage Street on Nov. 5, 2017. It took a little while longer before he obtain both authorization and equipment to begin distilling his own spirits.
For the complete story and more photos, see Friday’s Republic.
