Already in the business of producing their iconic Aromatic Bitters, and a rum liqueur called Siegert’s Bouquet, the rapidly growing company would build a modern, multi-column distillation complex under the guidance of Robert Siegert, Albert Gomez, and Thomas Gatcliffe.

At this same time, JB Fernandes is in the process of acquiring nearby land and would soon establish an even larger rival distillery and ageing facility.

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