ABOUT US

Hi, I'm Austin

I'm the founder of Sioux City Distilling Company. I'm an IT geek turned cocktail slinger that been working in and around the beverage industry for 16+ years. During that time I've had the opportunity to work with some of the most influential beverage professionals and participate in some of the industry's most respected educational programs and spirit events.

Who Are We

We are purveyors of sensory experiences who specialize in the curation and creation of distilled spirits.

What We Do

We are building a community that welcomes individuals of legal age to explore the magic and mystery of distilled spirits and discover their place in the history of the Sioux City region.

Our Core Values

Family

We are a family-owned business. This fact is central to our commitment to our brand, our product, and our success.

Fellowship

Our product is nothing without friends and stories to provide context and meaning.

Accessibility

We provide a welcoming atmosphere that allows anyone to begin learning about distilled spirits or to continue their journey. We are committed to providing the right experience for every visitor.

History

We are a vector for sharing the rich history of Sioux City via the role distilled spirits have played in the region.

Inclusion

All individuals of goodwill and legal age are welcome in our space and to share our product.

Education

When you interact with our brand in any way, you are invited to learn something about Sioux City, distilled spirits, the people around you, and yourself.

ABOUT The Spaces

The Ogden Building and Wigman Co

The earliest Sanborns show various houses on the site. Sioux City Brass Works operated from this location in 1892 ran by Harry O. Woodruff, an electrician who was brought to Sioux City to provide electric light for the 1890 Corn Palace. He also started the Sioux City Electrical Supply Co. and ran until it's closure in 1907

W. L. Ogden likely purchased all buildings on site and had existing buildings demolished for the construction of the warehouse, which commenced in August of 1915. The name “Ogden Building” is simply a reference to his name. Wigman Co. had agreed to occupy the structure by October 1915 at the latest.

Wigman Co. was incorporated in August of 1915 and has operated in this same location since its inception. Countless numbers of patrons have graced the company over the last 106 years, as well as the generations of dedicated employees that have served the company and its customers.

Juniper Hills

Juniper Hills is a 68 acre slice of heaven located in Sioux City, Iowa. The property is boarded on three sides by either wildlife refuge or Stone State Park nestled in the Loess Hills. The Loess Hills of Iowa is a geologic formation spanning most of the western edge of the state. Loess (pronounced "luss") is a German word meaning "loose" and it is the name of a type of soil. Loess is a deposit of fine, yellowish-gray, clay-like sediment which can be found from north central Europe to eastern China and in the American Midwest.

The team at Sioux City Distilling Company is actively growing Juniper in the Loess Hills for use in the beautiful gin that will be produced here in Sioux City.