MFGDay Event
Join ASME Chattanooga Section and CEC for a joint event - Tour of Rolling Oak Distillery in Dunlap, TN
Date: October 15th, 2026
Time: 4-6pmET *Note: Dunlap, TN is in Central Time Zone which the tour in their time zone will be from 3-5pmCT.
Meeting Location (Tour): 324 Whiskey Rd, Dunlap TN 37327
Website: Rolling Oak Distillery | Dunlap TN | Facebook
Nestled in the scenic Sequatchie Valley, Rolling Oak Distillery in Dunlap, Tennessee, embodies the rich, time-honored heritage of traditional Appalachian spirit-making (Adkins, 2017). Operating as a small-batch craft distillery, it draws deep inspiration from the local history and natural beauty of the region, where the abundance of pristine water and white oak trees historically laid the foundation for the state's renowned whiskey culture (Gaston, n.d.). Emphasizing local craftsmanship and authentic flavors, Rolling Oak provides both residents and visitors with a taste of homegrown Tennessee tradition, serving as a welcoming community staple for high-quality, locally produced spirits.
References
Adkins, C. D. (2017). Get ye a copper kettle: Appalachia, moonshine, and a postcolonial world (Master's thesis). Digital Commons @ USF. Cited by: 2
Gaston, K. B. (n.d.). Tennessee distilleries: Their rise, fall, and re-emergence. Center for Historic Preservation, Middle Tennessee State University. Cited by: 3