Rhode Island Distillery Creates Unique Organic & Oceanic Spirits

ISCO: A New Era of Distilling in Providence

• 💡 ISCO (Industrious Spirit Company), founded by Rhode Island native Dan Neff and Brown University grad Mana Rubinstein, is reviving the distilling tradition in Providence, 100 years after Prohibition.
• 🎯 Located on the site of a former steel company, ISCO sees itself as a continuation of the local maker community, but with a focus on innovative spirits.

Pioneering Organic and Oceanic Flavors

• 🌊 ISCO is nationally recognized for its oyster vodka (Ostrada), the first of its kind, transforming ocean ingredients into liquor.
• 🍸 Their newest offering is seaweed gin (Seaflow), showcasing a commitment to blending agriculture and aquaculture.
• 🍕 A unique vodka flavor is also crafted using the herbs, spices, and even actual pizza strips from a classic Rhode Island staple.

Sustainable Sourcing and Craftsmanship

• 🌱 The base spirit for ISCO's products begins with regeneratively farmed organic corn.
• 🔬 They partner directly with small farms to source the highest quality organic grains.
• 🛠️ Each spirit is handcrafted using a custom-built, high-end 500-gallon hybrid still, emphasizing analog, small-batch production.

A Modern Take on a Historic Tradition

• 🥃 ISCO aims to create delicious, environmentally conscious spirits, moving away from negative environmental impacts.
• 💬 The founders were inspired by the idea of combining oysters with vodka after enjoying cocktails and oysters, seeing it as a natural fit for the "Ocean State."
• 📍 ISCO is the first distillery in Providence since Prohibition, offering a spirited gathering spot for the community.