Local and state officials are coming together in Bolivar County for the groundbreaking of the state’s largest distillery on November 7, 2024. Rosedale Distilling Company, nestled in the heart of Rosedale, just outside Cleveland, is a site with deep roots in the region’s history. This historic building, with its rich past, is being transformed into a distillery to produce premium spirits for Mississippi and the national market, a project that resonates with the local community.
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Jack and Elizabeth Coleman. The visionary minds behind this project are on a mission to pay homage to the region’s rich whiskey-making history, particularly that of the legendary bootlegger Perry Martin. Martin’s aged whiskey was a coveted treasure in various cities, a testament to the region’s distilling prowess. The Colemans returned to the Mississippi Delta to create further regional opportunities. Rosedale Distilling Company will not only provide jobs for the area but also add Rosedale to the Mississippi tourism map.
With an initial investment of $17 million and a further $8 million earmarked for the next eight years, the 130,000-square-foot facility will be a hub of activity. It will house the distillery, a retail store offering a wide range of spirits and merchandise, tasting rooms for guided tastings and events, and museums celebrating Mississippi icons like Robert Johnson and Sen. Blanche K. Bruce, promising visitors a rich and immersive experience.
The economic impact of Rosedale Distilling Company is significant, with the creation of 57 jobs and an anticipated 40,000 visitors annually by 2025. The groundbreaking ceremony, featuring notable figures like Gov. Tate Reeves and Central District Transportation Commissioner Willie Simmons, underscores the positive impact of the investment in Bolivar County’s economy and cultural heritage, paving the way for a promising future.
