Caymus Vineyards and Dry Fly Distilling Join Forces in Whiskey Partnership

California winery Caymus Vineyards buys majority stake in Spokane-based Dry Fly Distilling, promising to elevate the company's national footprint and bring new opportunities.

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California Winery Caymus Vineyards Buys Majority Stake in Dry Fly Distilling

A new partnership is brewing in the world of whiskey. California-based winery Caymus Vineyards has purchased a majority stake in Spokane-based Dry Fly Distilling. This move is expected to elevate Dry Fly’s national footprint and bring new opportunities to the Spokane company.

Dry Fly Distilling’s whiskey barrels

Dry Fly was launched in 2007 by founder Don Poffenroth and has since expanded to offer products in 35 states. The new partnership will see Caymus Vineyards officials join the Dry Fly board, bringing their expertise and resources to the table.

A Partnership Born of Shared Values

The partnership between Caymus Vineyards and Dry Fly Distilling is built on a foundation of shared values and a passion for quality. Charlie Wagner, son of Caymus Vineyards founder Chuck Wagner, has been working with Poffenroth for over a decade. Together, they have created a wheat-based whiskey aged in Caymus Vineyards’ wine barrels, which is set to be released in 2025.

“While my primary focus is making wine, it’s been thrilling over the past decade to work with Dry Fly on one of my favorite projects — creating a wheat-based whiskey aged in our wine barrels that reflects fine craftsmanship and the highest standards of quality and taste,” said Charlie Wagner in a statement.

A New Chapter for Dry Fly

The partnership is expected to bring new opportunities to Dry Fly Distilling, including increased national distribution and marketing efforts. Patrick Donovan, Dry Fly’s first employee, will take on the role of president, while Terry Nichols, the vice president of sales and marketing, will retire and be replaced by Donald Kidd.

Dry Fly Distilling’s tasting room

What’s Next for Dry Fly?

As part of the partnership, Caymus Vineyards will be opening doors to new markets and opportunities for Dry Fly. The Spokane company will continue to operate independently, but with the added support and resources of Caymus Vineyards.