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A RT S & LE I S UR E able for sale in several years. Photos courtesy of McClintock Distilling Company The new distillery will feature an expansive tasting room and production area. The 5,000 square-foot building will also be available for booking events and receptions. Tenth Ward is on schedule to open in the spring of 2016 at 508 E. Church St. In the late 19th century the area was known as Frederick’s Tenth Ward and served as the inspiration for the company’s name. In this part of the industrial area of Frederick, there’s a strong tradition of hard work and grit that the owners hope to carry through their products and the distillery as they begin construction on the space. Tenth Ward’s founders have started Frederick’s distillery network group, are members of the Maryland Distillers Guild and are excited to be one of Frederick city’s first distilleries in decades. “A vibrant craft distilling industry brings skilled jobs, visitors and an enhanced focus on locally produced products,” said Kevin Atticks, executive director of the Maryland Distillers Guild. Tenth Ward’s equipment is being built by Anthony Zaca of Washington state. The two custom-made stills will forge unique small batch spirits, including some limited-edition products. The distillery will feature a tasting room and tours and special events will be available for adventurous tasters. McClintock Distilling and Tenth Ward Distilling will join other Maryland distilleries including Lyon Distilling, Blackwater Distilling and the Baltimore Distilling Company, as some of the first distilleries in the state since prohibition ended. + Learn more at www.mcclintockdistilling.com www.tenthwarddistilling.com WINTER 2016 | FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE 49