Last Shot Distillery Bourbon & American Whiskey Experience

📍 Located at Last Shot Distillery
Skaneateles, New York- 4022 Mill Rd. Skaneateles Ny 13152

📅 September 12th & 13th Saturday & Sunday

👩‍🏫 Instruction Led by Amanda Bryant

🍽️ Lunch Provided Both Days + Saturday Evening Gathering & Continued Consulting

Day One: Mash, Fermentation & The Foundation of American Whiskey

This class truly brings my journey full circle. For years, I distilled moonshine, chasing the craft one batch at a time. Then I met Master Distiller Chris Uyehara. Chris welcomed me into his distillery, this very distillery, Last Shot Distillery in Skaneateles, New York, took me under his wing, and introduced me to the art of crafting bourbon, America's Whiskey! 

What I learned from Chris forever changed the way I think about distilling. He taught me that great whiskey isn't about shortcuts or secrets; it's about understanding the process, respecting the grain, and paying attention to every detail. Those lessons became the foundation of every class I teach today.

Now, for the first time, I get to bring you into the very distillery where that transformation happened. You'll stand where I stood, learn where I learned, and make bourbon using the same philosophy and techniques that Chris passed on to me.

Around the distillery, we call him "Papa U" for a reason. Master Distiller Chris Uyehara is one of the finest bourbon and whiskey makers I've ever had the privilege of learning from, and this weekend you'll get to experience the same welcoming, hands-on environment that shaped me as a distiller.

This isn't just another bourbon class. It's a chance to become part of the story that changed my life and launched everything I teach today.

Join us this September for the Finger Lakes Bourbon & American Whiskey Distilling Class at Last Shot Distillery and experience the craft where my own bourbon journey began.

Topics & Hands-On Work Include:

• What legally defines bourbon and American whiskey

• The history of bourbon and American whiskey in the United States

• Mash bill development and grain selection

• Understanding corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley and their influence on flavor

• Cooking a bourbon mash from start to finish

• Temperature control, timing, and proper mash techniques

• Understanding gravity and fermentable sugar balance

• Enzymes, starch conversion, and saccharification

• Yeast selection, propagation, and fermentation strategies

• Building an ideal fermentation environment

• Troubleshooting common fermentation challenges

Throughout the day we'll also explore the history of American distilling, from early colonial whiskey makers and frontier distillers through the Bottled-in-Bond Act, Prohibition, and today's craft distilling revival.

Lunch is provided midday.

The afternoon continues with deeper fermentation discussions, production demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities for questions.

5:00 PM – Wrap-Up & Open Discussion

Day Two: Distillation & Whiskey Production

Day two takes you behind the scenes inside Last Shot Distillery for a complete whiskey distillation experience.

We'll move from fermented mash to finished spirit while walking through every stage of a production run together.

Topics & Demonstrations Include:

• Distillery safety and operating procedures

• Pot still design and equipment function

• Preparing mash for distillation

• Heat management throughout the run

• Understanding vapor paths and reflux

• Guided tour of Last Shot Distillery

• Equipment selection and production considerations

As the still comes to life, we'll dive deeper into the craft:

• Making proper cuts: foreshots, heads, hearts, and tails

• Evaluating aroma and flavor throughout the run

• Sensory development and tasting techniques

• Blending and creating a balanced whiskey

• Proofing and tempering

• Barrel selection, maturation, and finishing methods

• Reading the bead and understanding alcohol structure

Help Make Your Own Bottle!

You'll participate in the complete distillation run, from first heat through the final tails, with hands-on opportunities throughout the process.

Lunch is provided during the day's production.

Closing Experience

We conclude the weekend with a private tasting featuring a selection of Last Shot Distillery's whiskeys and specialty spirits, tying together everything you've learned from grain to glass.

Each participant will take home a bottle of the spirit produced during class (where permitted by law), along with lasting knowledge, new friendships, and confidence to continue their whiskey journey.

The weekend concludes with an informal gathering, conversation, and the opportunity to ask additional questions while connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

What's Included

• Two full days of hands-on instruction

• Lunch provided both days

• Private tasting experience at Last Shot Distillery

• Printed course handbook

• Certificate of Completion

• Take-home bottle of the class spirit (where permitted)

• Continued access to guidance and consulting after class

• Invitation to Amanda Bryant Distilling's growing distilling community

Important Notes

• Class size is intentionally limited to provide a personal, hands-on learning experience.

• Only registered participants may attend instructional portions of the class.

• All activities are conducted in accordance with applicable federal, New York State, and distillery regulations.

• Guests are responsible for their own transportation. Safe travel arrangements are strongly encouraged.

Travel & Accommodations

Participants are responsible for their lodging, though we're happy to recommend nearby hotels, inns, and local accommodations in the beautiful Skaneateles area.

Reserve Your Seat

This is a limited offering and part of a special collaboration with Last Shot Distillery. Class size is intentionally kept small to maximize hands-on instruction, and we expect this experience to fill quickly.

Join us for a weekend of authentic whiskey making, rich American distilling history, and an unforgettable hands-on experience.

Come learn the tradition.
Come experience the process.
Come make bourbon and American whiskey with us.

Must Be 21 Years of Age to Attend

Tennessee Experience Details

📍 Located at Old Tennessee Distilling Company 3605 Outdoor Sportsman Pl, Kodak, TN 37764
📅 Two-Day Class
👩🏫 Instruction led by Amanda Bryant
🍽️ Lunch provided both days + Saturday evening gathering & ongoing consulting

Day One: Mash, Fermentation & Foundation Tennessee Whiskey

We begin in the distillery tasting room with introductions and a relaxed icebreaker before diving into the foundation of Whiskey & Moonshine: the mash.

You’ll receive a detailed course handbook and begin building your understanding from the ground up.

Topics & Hands-On Work Include:

• What defines spirits, focus on Tennessee Whiskey

• Mash bill development and grain selection

• Cooking a mash from start to finish

• Temperature control, timing, and technique

• Understanding gravity and fermentable sugar balance

• Enzymes, conversion, and saccharification

• Yeast selection, propagation, and fermentation strategy

• Creating an ideal fermentation environment

• Troubleshooting common fermentation issues

We’ll also weave in the History Moonshine & American distilling, from colonial distilling through Prohibition and into modern craft production.

Lunch provided midday
We continue through the afternoon with deeper fermentation work and discussion.

5:00 PM: Wrap-Up & Open Discussion

Day Two: Distillation & Spirit Development

Day two brings you behind the scenes inside Hosting Distillery for a full distillation experience.

We’ll move from fermented mash to finished spirit, walking through every stage of the run together.

Topics & Demonstrations Include:

• Distillery safety and best practices

• Equipment design and function

• Straining and preparing mash for distillation

• Heat sources and managing a run

• Understanding vapor path and reflux

• Tour of Hosting Distillery Old Tennessee Distilling Co. & Moonshine Museum

As the still comes to life, we dive deeper into the craft:

• Making cuts: fore shots, heads, hearts, and tails

• Nosing, tasting, and sensory development

• Blending and shaping a final spirit

• Proofing and tempering

• Barreling and finishing techniques

• Reading a bead and understanding alcohol structure

• Help Make Your Own Bottle!

You’ll experience the full run, from first heat through the tails, with time for questions, observation, and hands-on involvement.

Lunch provided during the run

Closing Experience

We finish the day with a private tasting session featuring a range of Tennessee Distilling Company whiskeys and products, connecting everything you’ve learned back to flavor and finished product. Then, You Take home a bottle we make in class! The evening concludes with a gathering in the tasting room, conversation, and a chance to share stories and insights with the group.

What’s Included

• Two full days of hands-on instruction

• Lunch both days

• Private tasting experience at Stoll & Wolfe Distillery

• Printed course handbook

• Certificate of Completion

• Take-home spirit sample (where permitted)

• Continued access to guidance and consulting after the class

• Invitation to our growing distilling community

Important Notes

• Class size is intentionally limited to maintain a high-quality, personal experience

• Only registered participants may attend instructional portions

• All activities are conducted in accordance with federal and Pennsylvania regulations

• Guests are responsible for their own transportation; safe travel arrangements are strongly encouraged

Travel & Accommodations

Participants are responsible for lodging, but we’re happy to recommend nearby accommodations.

Reserve Your Seat

This is a limited offering and part of a special collaboration; we expect it to fill quickly.

Join us for a weekend of real distilling, real history, and a deeper connection to the craft.

Come learn the tradition.
Come experience the process.
Come make Tennessee Whiskey with us.

Must Be 21 Years of Age To Attend

Tennessee Experience Details

📍 Located at Old Tennessee Distilling Company 3605 Outdoor Sportsman Pl, Kodak, TN 37764
📅 Two-Day Class
👩🏫 Instruction led by Amanda Bryant
🍽️ Lunch provided both days + Sunday evening gathering & ongoing consulting

Day One: Mash, Fermentation & Foundation Tennessee Whiskey

We begin in the distillery tasting room with introductions and a relaxed icebreaker before diving into the foundation of Whiskey & Moonshine: the mash.

You’ll receive a detailed course handbook and begin building your understanding from the ground up.

Topics & Hands-On Work Include:

• What defines spirits, focus on Tennessee Whiskey

• Mash bill development and grain selection

• Cooking a mash from start to finish

• Temperature control, timing, and technique

• Understanding gravity and fermentable sugar balance

• Enzymes, conversion, and saccharification

• Yeast selection, propagation, and fermentation strategy

• Creating an ideal fermentation environment

• Troubleshooting common fermentation issues

We’ll also weave in the History Moonshine & American distilling, from colonial distilling through Prohibition and into modern craft production.

Lunch provided midday
We continue through the afternoon with deeper fermentation work and discussion.

5:00 PM: Wrap-Up & Open Discussion

Day Two: Distillation & Spirit Development

Day two brings you behind the scenes inside Hosting Distillery for a full distillation experience.

We’ll move from fermented mash to finished spirit, walking through every stage of the run together.

Topics & Demonstrations Include:

• Distillery safety and best practices

• Equipment design and function

• Straining and preparing mash for distillation

• Heat sources and managing a run

• Understanding vapor path and reflux

• Tour of Hosting Distillery Old Tennessee Distilling Co. & Moonshine Museum

As the still comes to life, we dive deeper into the craft:

• Making cuts: fore shots, heads, hearts, and tails

• Nosing, tasting, and sensory development

• Blending and shaping a final spirit

• Proofing and tempering

• Barreling and finishing techniques

• Reading a bead and understanding alcohol structure

• Help Make Your Own Bottle!

You’ll experience the full run, from first heat through the tails, with time for questions, observation, and hands-on involvement.

Lunch provided during the run

Closing Experience

We finish the day with a private tasting session featuring a range of Tennessee Distilling Company whiskeys and products, connecting everything you’ve learned back to flavor and finished product. Then, You Take home a bottle we make in class! The evening concludes with a gathering in the tasting room, conversation, and a chance to share stories and insights with the group.

What’s Included

• Two full days of hands-on instruction

• Lunch both days

• Private tasting experience at Stoll & Wolfe Distillery

• Printed course handbook

• Certificate of Completion

• Take-home spirit sample (where permitted)

• Continued access to guidance and consulting after the class

• Invitation to our growing distilling community

Important Notes

• Class size is intentionally limited to maintain a high-quality, personal experience

• Only registered participants may attend instructional portions

• All activities are conducted in accordance with federal and Pennsylvania regulations

• Guests are responsible for their own transportation; safe travel arrangements are strongly encouraged

Travel & Accommodations

Participants are responsible for lodging, but we’re happy to recommend nearby accommodations.

Reserve Your Seat

This is a limited offering and part of a special collaboration; we expect it to fill quickly.

Join us for a weekend of real distilling, real history, and a deeper connection to the craft.

Come learn the tradition.
Come experience the process.
Come make Tennessee Whiskey with us.

Must Be 21 Years of Age To Attend

Pennsylvania Whiskey Workshop June 13th & 14th Lititz PA
A Two-Day Hands-On Distilling Experience
Presented by: Stoll & Wolfe Distillery & Amanda Bryant Distilling

Do You want to learn to Distill? Love Moonshine, Whiskey, History & Sceince?

This is an intentionally small, experience-driven class designed to feel personal, engaging, and deeply informative. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or refining your craft, this weekend is built to meet you where you are. You're going to get Amanda as an Instructor both days, Plus Master Distiller Erik Wolfe!

A Weekend Built Around Craft, History & Community

This course goes over fermentation and distillation as both tradition and craft, with a special focus on the legacy of Rye whiskey, America’s original whiskey style.

We’ll look at where these processes come from, how they’ve evolved, and how modern distillers balance heritage with innovation.

More than anything, this weekend is about:

• Learning by doing

• Asking questions freely

• Sharing knowledge and stories

• Connecting with people who genuinely love the craft

Experience Details

📍 Stoll & Wolfe Distillery, Lititz, Pennsylvania
📅 Two-Day Immersive Course
👩🏫 Instruction led by Amanda Bryant, with collaboration from the Stoll & Wolfe team
🍽️ Lunch provided both days + Sunday evening gathering

Day One: Mash, Fermentation & the Foundation of Rye

Saturday, June 13th | 10:00 AM Start

We begin in the distillery tasting room with introductions and a relaxed icebreaker before diving into the foundation of whiskey: the mash.

You’ll receive a detailed course handbook and begin building your understanding from the ground up.

Topics & Hands-On Work Include:

• What defines rye whiskey (and how it differs from other spirits)

• Mash bill development and grain selection

• Cooking a rye mash from start to finish

• Temperature control, timing, and technique

• Understanding gravity and fermentable sugar balance

• Enzymes, conversion, and saccharification (without unnecessary jargon)

• Yeast selection, propagation, and fermentation strategy

• Creating an ideal fermentation environment

• Troubleshooting common fermentation issues

We’ll also weave in the history of Pennsylvania rye, from colonial distilling through Prohibition and into modern craft production.

Lunch provided midday
We continue through the afternoon with deeper fermentation work and discussion.

5:00 PM: Wrap-Up & Open Discussion

Day Two: Distillation & Spirit Development

Sunday, June 14th | 8:00 AM Start

Day two brings you behind the scenes inside Stoll & Wolfe Distillery for a full distillation experience.

We’ll move from fermented mash to finished spirit, walking through every stage of the run together.

Topics & Demonstrations Include:

• Distillery safety and best practices

• Equipment design and function

• Straining and preparing mash for distillation

• Heat sources and managing a run

• Understanding vapor path and reflux

As the still comes to life, we dive deeper into the craft:

• Making cuts: fore shots, heads, hearts, and tails

• Nosing, tasting, and sensory development

• Blending and shaping a final spirit

• Proofing and tempering

• Barreling and finishing techniques

• Reading a bead and understanding alcohol structure

You’ll experience the full run, from first heat through the tails, with time for questions, observation, and hands-on involvement.

Lunch provided during the run

Closing Experience

We finish the day with a private tasting session featuring a range of Stoll & Wolfe whiskeys and mash bills, connecting everything you’ve learned back to flavor and finished product.

The evening wraps with a relaxed, private gathering in the tasting room, food, conversation, and a chance to share stories and insights with the group.

What’s Included

• Two full days of hands-on instruction

• Lunch both days

• Private tasting experience at Stoll & Wolfe Distillery

• Printed course handbook

• Certificate of Completion

• Take-home spirit sample (where permitted)

• Continued access to guidance and consulting after the class

• Invitation to our growing distilling community

Important Notes

• Class size is intentionally limited to maintain a high-quality, personal experience

• Only registered participants may attend instructional portions

• All activities are conducted in accordance with federal and Pennsylvania regulations

• Guests are responsible for their own transportation; safe travel arrangements are strongly encouraged

Travel & Accommodations

Participants are responsible for lodging, but we’re happy to recommend nearby accommodations.

Reserve Your Seat

This is a limited offering and part of a special collaboration; we expect it to fill quickly.

Join us for a weekend of real distilling, real history, and a deeper connection to the craft.

Come learn the tradition.
Come experience the process.
Come make rye whiskey with us.

Must Be 21 Years of Age To Attend