What started as a simple winemaking hobby turned into Star Union Spirits, a thriving distillery in Peru, Illinois. Host John Klemm sits down with co-owner Bob Windy to talk about their journey and the role Illinois-grown corn plays in every bottle.Highlights from the Episode:00:22 — Meet Bob Windy & the story behind Star Union Spirits01:18 — From backyard winemaking to running a full distillery02:02 — Why they chose Peru & the historic Westclox Factory02:21 — Growing from brandy into whiskey, vodka & gin02:46 — Using Illinois corn: inside the distilling process04:20 — Challenges with distribution & expanding the brand05:04 — How they pivoted during the pandemic with hand sanitizer05:38 — Spotlight on their 75/25 light whiskey06:09 — Preserving history at the Westclox Factory08:06 — Supporting local farmers & building community ties08:37 — Creating a Midwest-style absinthe09:18 — Not To Be Corny: Spirits with “good timing”09:48 — Wrapping it upDiscover more about Star Union Spirits:Website: https://www.starunionspirits.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/starunionspirits/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/1875185836048293/star-union-spirits/🎧 Like what you hear? Follow IL Corn TV for more local stories from Illinois farmers and communities.📧 Get episode alerts: https://bit.ly/ilcorntvalerts📺 Watch the full show on YouTube: @ILCornTV📩 For partnerships or sponsorships: [email protected]#ILCornTV #StarUnionSpirits #IllinoisCorn #CraftDistillery #IllinoisFarmers #LocalGrains #DistilleryLife #SupportLocal #MidwestWhiskey

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