What happens when bourbon meets a prison cell? You get one of the most fascinating stories in whiskey.

In this episode of Whiskey Rocks, Joel, Chris and guest host Brad Hughes from @bradsbourbonreviews dive into the incredible journey of Thomas Thacker, co-founder of Southern Grace Distillery…the North Carolina whiskey that ages its barrels inside a former prison.

From converting cell blocks into barrelhouses to unlocking unexpected flavor profiles, Thomas shares how Southern Grace turned confinement into creativity. We talk heritage, innovation, and the beautiful madness that comes with making whiskey in a place built for second chances.

Follow Southern Grace Distillery on Instagram @southerngracedistilleries to see where the magic happens.

Follow Brad Hughes at @bradsbourbonreviews on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram for honest whiskey takes and behind-the-scenes pours.

And don’t forget to follow us at @thewhiskeyrockspodcast on TikTok and Instagram…because whiskey’s better when the music’s loud and the company’s good.