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Welcome to the Whistling Andy blog, while we are craft distillers by trade, we are passionate about many things. Here you will find stories about things near and dear to us. Such as great cocktails, food, nature, history, and made in USA goods! Enjoy!

Evel Knievel: The Montana Daredevil

Evel Knievel: The Montana Daredevil

There is no doubt that one name comes to mind when you think of the word daredevil: Evel Knievel. Knievel defied death for decades, breaking both bones and records. One of Montana’s most famous sons, he proved to his fans time and time again that while his bones were breakable, his spirit wasn’t.

Evel Knievel: The Montana Daredevil

There is no doubt that one name comes to mind when you think of the word daredevil: Evel Knievel. Knievel defied death for decades, breaking both bones and records. One of Montana’s most famous sons, he proved to his fans time and time again that while his bones were breakable, his spirit wasn’t.

Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park: An Extraordinary Sight in an Extraordinary Place

Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park: An Extraordinary Sight in an Extraordinary Place

America’s first national park, Yellowstone — which sprawls over nearly 3,500 square miles in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho — is home to more than half of the world’s geysers. Over 500 can be found within the boundaries of Yellowstone, and 150 of those natural wonders are located within just one square mile in the park’s Upper Geyser Basin.

Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park: An Extraordinary Sight in an Extraordinary Place

America’s first national park, Yellowstone — which sprawls over nearly 3,500 square miles in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho — is home to more than half of the world’s geysers. Over 500 can be found within the boundaries of Yellowstone, and 150 of those natural wonders are located within just one square mile in the park’s Upper Geyser Basin.

Native American Tribes Around Flathead Lake: An Enduring History

Native American Tribes Around Flathead Lake: An Enduring History

Flathead Lake is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and is located amongst some of the most picturesque scenery the American West has to offer. For thousands of years, Native American tribes have inhabited the area around the lake in what we now call Montana.

Native American Tribes Around Flathead Lake: An Enduring History

Flathead Lake is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and is located amongst some of the most picturesque scenery the American West has to offer. For thousands of years, Native American tribes have inhabited the area around the lake in what we now call Montana.

The History of Flathead Lake Lodge: Over 75 Years of Family

The History of Flathead Lake Lodge: Over 75 Years of Family

Bigfork, Montana, is one of the most picturesque places on earth and home to an unparalleled national treasure: the Flathead Lake Lodge. For nearly eight decades, guests the world over have been flocking to stay at this family-owned lodge and ranch to appreciate all that the Bigfork area has to offer.

The History of Flathead Lake Lodge: Over 75 Years of Family

Bigfork, Montana, is one of the most picturesque places on earth and home to an unparalleled national treasure: the Flathead Lake Lodge. For nearly eight decades, guests the world over have been flocking to stay at this family-owned lodge and ranch to appreciate all that the Bigfork area has to offer.

Production of Cucumber Gin

Production of Cucumber Gin

Quite possibly one of the more innovative spirits a craft distiller can produce. There is an endless amount of botanicals a distiller has at their disposal when it comes to the production of gin. Any combination can lead to different flavor profiles, but the key component of any gin has to be the juniper berry.

Production of Cucumber Gin

Quite possibly one of the more innovative spirits a craft distiller can produce. There is an endless amount of botanicals a distiller has at their disposal when it comes to the production of gin. Any combination can lead to different flavor profiles, but the key component of any gin has to be the juniper berry.

The History of the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale: Montana’s Rodeo Heritage at its Finest

The History of the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale: Montana’s Rodeo Heritage at its Finest

The history of small-town rodeos in Montana dates back to the 1800s, and they are still a wonderful way to gain an understanding of the state’s rich Western heritage. With some of these events continuing to go strong for well over a century, they have become a bridge between the Big Sky State’s past and present.

The History of the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale: Montana’s Rodeo Heritage at its Finest

The history of small-town rodeos in Montana dates back to the 1800s, and they are still a wonderful way to gain an understanding of the state’s rich Western heritage. With some of these events continuing to go strong for well over a century, they have become a bridge between the Big Sky State’s past and present.