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Whistling Andy
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Michael Marchetti Owner/Distiller
Brian Anderson Owner/Distiller

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Agenda
Just a little about Us
Distilleries like Fungi
Just the good kind
Distilleries hate Bacteria
Just the Bad Kind
Sanitation
Why is it so important
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Who We are
A micro-distillery in beautiful Bigfork, Montana. Whistling Andy specializes in handcrafted spirits sourced from Montana grains. With a delectable variety of products ranging from international award winning Hibiscus Coconut Rum to Montana's first "grain to glass" Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Where did the Name Come from? "Whistling Andy" was lead distiller Brian Anderson's father's nickname.
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4. We are located in NW Montana in the Village of Bigfork.
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We like Fungi
Yeasts used in the production of High proof Alcohol mostly belong to the genus Saccharomyces.
S.bayanus
S.uvarum
S.cariocanus
S.cerevisiae
S.eubayanus
S.kudriavzevii
S.mikitae
S.paradoxus
S.pastorianus
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We hate Bacteria
Malted Grains
Lactobacilli, Bacilli, Pediococci,
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7. Distillery Sanitation
Distillation Sanitation Although bourbon, whiskey, and distilled spirits are high alcohol and low-risk food products, sanitation is still an important part of production.
In Most cases the distillation process is primarily automated and maintained through clean-in-place (CIP) processes.
Cookers, yeast tubs, and fermenters are typically pressure washed and steam cleaned for several hours in between each batch.
Some Distilleries also discussed the use of the “heads” or “tails” for pre-rinses after cleaning steps.
Additionally, during bottling, bottles are typically pre-rinsed with Alcohol prior to filling, which ensures product purity.
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8. The Enemy of Sanitation
Mash Hoses Tanks and Valves
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More Enemies
Fittings and Gaskets
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Cleaning Products
PBW - An Alkaline non-toxic cleaner, safer and greener than comparable caustics. Will not harm stainless steel or soft metal and plastics.
Star San - a self-foaming acid sanitizer. A blend of phosphoric acid and dodecyl benzene sulphonic acid. Can be used as a no-rinse sanitizer if used under 300 ppm.
B-Brite - Cleans with active oxygen. Does not contain chlorine or bisulfite.
IO Star - An iodine based no-rinse sanitizer. 1-2 minute contact time when used in the concentration of 1oz per 5 gallons.
C-Brite - An EPA approved, chlorine based powderized cleanser. Specifically for brewery use on bottles, glassware, dishes, countertops, equipment and utensils.
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11. Thank You

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Additional Reading
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Backup
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Our Products
Currently Available Products
Hibiscus Coconut Rum
Harvest Select Whiskey
Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Moonshine
Cucumber Gin
Crystal Rum
HopSchnop
Kirshwasser
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Hibiscus Coconut Rum
It is crisp, refreshing, and has undertones of hibiscus, coconut and banana.
International Award Winning Hibiscus Coconut Rum!
From the Tasting Panel Magazine - given a 91 tasters review rating!
Featured in Esquire and Wine Enthusiast
40% Alc. by Vol. (80 proof)
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17. Harvest Select Whiskey
Handcrafted with 100 % Montana grains.
Sourced from two local Montana Family Farms
Deep-aquifer water combine to create this grain to glass whiskey.
Featured in Sunset Magazine.
The spirit of Montana distilled!
40% Alc. by Vol. (80 proof)
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Cucumber Gin
Unique blend of 8 botanicals
Montana grown cucumbers
Crisp, Clean Citrus and Cucumber notes
40% Alc. by Vol. (80 proof)
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