Historical Society Partners with Local Distiller to Release Whiskey for Nation’s 250th
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Rhode Island Historical Society is pleased to announce the opening of pre-sales for Sabin’s Spirit, a whiskey barrelled and aged in Rhode Island in honor of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding.
Created in partnership with Pawtucket’s White Dog Distilling, Sabin’s Spirit is inspired by Providence’s Sabin’s Tavern, where the Gaspee conspirators gathered to plot one of the first acts of rebellion of the American Revolution, storming and burning the British Royal Navy’s HMS Gaspee ship off the coast of Warwick, RI, a moment that would ultimately culminate in our nation declaring independence.
Aged in the distillery’s bourbon barrels, the whiskey features notes of honey and caramel, with a smoky finish and lingering sweetness. It is comprised of 85 percent corn and 15 percent malt, making it similar to something that might have been enjoyed in Colonial New England.
White Dog Distilling Founders, Alecia and Carlo Catucci, say, “It’s the first time we’ve aged this volume of alcohol, whisky specifically, so it’s exciting to do that for the first time with the Rhode Island Historical Society.”
The commemorative whiskey will debut at the Rhode Island Historical Society’s Golden Ball gala on Saturday, June 27. Limited preorders are available through White Dog Distilling with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Rhode Island Historical Society. Learn more by visiting whitedogdistilling.com
About the Rhode Island Historical Society The Rhode Island Historical Society, the state’s oldest and only statewide historical organization, is dedicated to honoring, interpreting and sharing Rhode Island’s past to enrich the present and inspire the future. Founded in 1822, the RIHS is an advocate for history as a means to develop empathy and 21st-century skills, using its historical materials and knowledge to explore topics of timeless relevance and public interest. As a Smithsonian Affiliate, it is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible public programming and educational opportunities for all Rhode Islanders through its four sites: the John Brown House Museum, the Museum of Work & Culture, the Mary Elizabeth Robinson Research Center and the Aldrich House.
The headquarters of the Rhode Island Historical Society are located at 110 Benevolent St., Providence, RI 02906. Information: (401) 331-8575. Website: rihs.org. Follow the RIHS on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
About White Dog Distilling
Founded in 2016 by Carlo and Alecia Catucci, White Dog Distilling is a testament to the co-owners ‘ shared passion for crafting premium spirits. “White dog,” a term synonymous with moonshine, embodies the pure, unadulterated essence of whiskey freshly distilled. With backgrounds in science and culinary arts, Alecia and Carlo embarked on a mission to create exceptional distilled beverages that would captivate both newcomers and connoisseurs alike. Together, they transformed a historic mill space in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, into a thriving micro-distillery and tasting room. White Dog Distilling is more than a distillery; it’s a journey from grain to glass, a testament to the art of crafting fine spirits from scratch.