Second Sight Spirits in Kenton County is the newest and 28th member of the Kentucky Distiller’s Association, the nonprofit trade group that promotes, protects and unites the state’s signature bourbon and distilled spirits industry.
Second Sight co-founders Carus Waggoner and Rick Couch grew up in Northern Kentucky and recently moved back from Las Vegas, where they worked with Cirque Du Soleil on Beatles Love and Viva Elvis.
“We’ve been impressed with the job Rick and Carus have done by utilizing their theatrical talents in designing their distillery experience,” KDA President Eric Gregory said. “That’s the great thing about all our members – each one is truly unique.”
Second Sight is located in downtown Ludlow at 301 B Elm Street. The term “second sight” refers to an extrasensory ability to see the future, and the company’s still is designed to look like a fortune teller with a custom crystal ball condenser.
“Our vision of artisan distilling will focus on premium, local products presented in an innovative way,” Waggoner said. “We believe everything we do should be good for the spirit using the best ingredients to excite, engage and entertain our consumers.”
Couch said, “Being surrounded by the inspiring sights and sounds of Las Vegas gave us an intimate understanding of the processes and techniques it takes to make a world-class product and present it in an exciting way for Northern Kentucky.”
Their first product, Unbarreled Rum, is already in stores and an artisan gin is in the works.
Second Sight’s tasting room is open Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Tastings and tours are free. Tours are given on the hour. Last tour Friday is 7 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Visit www.secondsightspirits.com for more information.
“This is a magical time for Kentucky bourbon, and we’re excited to welcome Second Sight to our ranks,” Gregory said. “We look forward to working with them and our craft partners to secure the integrity of our industry and bolster the Golden Age of Bourbon.”
From KDA