Broadslab Distillery & Rick House

Located at 4682 NC-50 in Benson, Broadslab Distillery is one of the signature commercial assets within the larger Broadslab property. Set on approximately 2.3 acres, the parcel includes an established farm-to-bottle distillery, production and tasting facility, and a separate Rick House designed for barrel storage and aging.

The main distillery building offers approximately 5,767 heated square feet, while the nearby Rick House provides approximately 2,730 additional square feet. Together, these facilities create a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive production, hospitality, and agritourism property with meaningful infrastructure already in place.

Broadslab Distillery is known as North Carolina’s first “farm” distillery since Prohibition, with a grain-to-glass identity rooted in the property’s agricultural setting.

An Established Farm-to-Bottle Distillery

The distillery is beautifully positioned immediately behind The Barn at Broadslab Wedding & Event Venue, creating a natural connection between events, tours, tastings, hospitality, and the broader Broadslab destination.

Visitors approach the distillery from NC Highway 50 through the adjoining acreage, creating a memorable sense of arrival. A large covered front porch, measuring approximately 28' x 72', spans the front of the building and provides an inviting entrance to the facility.

Inside, the building has been thoughtfully designed for both production and guest experience. Pine wood finishes add warmth and character, while the layout includes a well-appointed bar and tasting area, expansive processing and production space, and dedicated office areas.

Extensive Distillery Equipment Included

A significant amount of specialized distillery equipment is included with the property, adding substantial value to the existing operation.

Included equipment features the mash tun, stripping still, copper finishing still, kettle, doubling keg, condenser, fermenters, holding tank, grain bins with auger and control stations, bottling station, water distillation unit, density/proof meter, screw compressor, and additional grain storage equipment.

The facility is also supported by a three-well system designed with redundancy, providing an important water resource for the distillery operation.

The equipment and facility have been exceptionally maintained and present in pristine condition. The antiques displayed on the front porch are specifically excluded from the offering.

A 2,730-Square-Foot Rick House

Located a short distance behind the main distillery building, the approximately 2,730-square-foot Rick House is an integral part of the whiskey operation.

The Rick House includes the existing shelving, racking, and build-out designed for barrel storage and aging. Its close proximity to the main facility allows the production and aging components of the operation to remain conveniently positioned together on the same parcel.

For a future owner, the Rick House adds another important layer of function, authenticity, and operational value to the overall distillery property.

Seven Established Recipes Included

Adding to the value of this offering are seven existing spirit recipes that are intended to convey with the sale. These include six whiskey recipes and one rum recipe.

Broadslab has become particularly recognized for its distinctive Flue-Cured Whiskey, a product tied to the distillery’s North Carolina heritage and previously offered through North Carolina ABC stores.

The combination of established recipes, specialized production equipment, and the property’s grain-to-glass history gives this parcel value that extends beyond the real estate alone.

Part of the Larger Broadslab Destination

Broadslab Distillery is especially compelling because of its relationship to the surrounding properties. The Barn at Broadslab sits immediately in front of the distillery, allowing the two operations to complement one another for weddings, receptions, corporate events, tours, and other special gatherings.

The distillery is also part of a larger assemblage that includes the wedding and conference venue, retail store and tasting bar, lodging and Airbnb accommodations, residential properties, agricultural acreage, and additional land.

Together, these components create a destination where agriculture, production, hospitality, events, tourism, and accommodations can work together within one broader property experience.

A Rare Commercial and Agritourism Opportunity

With approximately 5,767 heated square feet in the main distillery facility, a separate approximately 2,730-square-foot Rick House, extensive specialized equipment, seven included recipes, a three-well system, and an established Broadslab identity, this property represents one of the most distinctive opportunities within the full Broadslab portfolio.

For a future owner, Broadslab Distillery offers the chance to continue or reimagine an established farm-to-bottle operation while also benefiting from its connection to the larger event, hospitality, retail, lodging, and agritourism components of the property.