Distillery Info
The Willet family started their story in 1674 where Edward Willet started the pewter trade near Washington DC.
In 1841 John David Willett was born in Nelson County, Kentucky. He was one-third owner and Master Distiller at Moore, Willett & Frenke Distillery. During his lifetime, John David was also the Master Distiller at four other distilleries in Kentucky.
Over the years, various family members grew the Willett Distillery to incorporate many labels, of which the Johnny Drum Bourbon is one – founded in the 1960’s.
By 1984, Even and Martha Kulsveen assume the leadership role at Willett Distillery and is currently run by various members of the Kulsveen family, honouring the tradition of the Willett Family vision.
