Mason H. Silverstone

Mason H. Silverstone is not just a name, he is a symbol of dedication and passion for the art of home distilling. He masterfully tends his stills, creating alcohols of unsurpassed quality. Mason is a benchmark of home distilling for his private students. His technical expertise and natural intuition enable his followers to hone their techniques and produce high quality spirits and liqueurs. However, this was not always the case. At one time, Mason himself was an enthusiastic novice, unaware of the complex regulations governing the art of distillation. His ignorance cost him dearly: a hefty fine that threatened to extinguish his burgeoning passion. Thankfully Mason did not let this get him down; rather than give up on his passion, he decided to meet the challenge. He became a scholar of distillation, learning in depth not merely the techniques, but also the laws and regulations of the industry. With determination and commitment, Mason overcame obstacles, and he didn’t just master distilling, he also mastered the laws governing home distillation, turning an expensive hobby into a fulfilling and legitimate business. It is this personal evolution that drove Mason to share his knowledge with others. In his books, he offers invaluable guidance for those who wish to venture into the world of distilling, providing essential tools to avoid the mistakes he himself made. Today, Mason lives peacefully in the mountains of Colorado with his wife, two children and their adorable labrador, Whiskey. His home, surrounded by nature, is the perfect refuge to express his creativity, among stills and annotated sheets of paper. Mason's mission is clear and concrete: to make the art of home distilling available to everyone. He wants everyone to discover the satisfaction of creating high-quality spirits with their own hands, safely and legally. Mason dreams of building a community of passionate distillers, united by a passion for distilling.