Oregon has an absolutely fascinating history, with its pioneer roots along the Oregon Trail, role in the iconic American Gold Rush, and Prohibition. And Pendleton, Oregon is at the epicenter of this narrative; it's a place with immense history and roots. Today, visitors to this little town can get a taste (pun intended) of Beaver State history at Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery, the first distillery in Pendleton since Prohibition.

Here in Oregon, it's not all breweries and vineyards. We have a big love for the distilled spirits, too! Enter: Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery.

The distillery opened in 2016 after five years of careful planning. You'll find it at 511 SE Court Ave., Pendleton, OR, 97801.

Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery is a family-owned and operated establishment that is the first distillery in Pendleton, Oregon, since prohibition!

Because you might not believe it now, but in the late 1800s, people came to Pendleton to be bad. The town was awash in bars, brothels, and gambling dens -- and a series of underground operations.

But not anymore. Today, Pendleton is a delight of a town to visit, beginning with Oregon Grain Growers. Not only is this distillery owned and operated by Oregonians, but the spirits here feature Oregon-grown grains and ingredients to really highlight local agriculture.

In fact, Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery is farmer owned, which allows the owners to not only source local ingredients, but also control the process of how and what is grown, resulting in the highest quality spirits.

And once you try the whisky, gin, and vodka varieties here, you'll appreciate the care and love that goes into crafting each of these drinks.

Of course, it's always a good idea to balance out a whiskey flight with a bite to eat, and there's a menu of delicious options here sure to make your stomach very happy.

The burgers here are some of the best--and biggest-- in the state, too!

Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery is working to position the Beaver State as a major player in the PNW's burgeoning distillery scene -- and by the looks of it, we'd say they're most certainly succeeding.

Have you visited this distillery in Pendleton, Oregon, before? What a unique place! Learn more and plan your visit by visiting the Oregon Grain Growers Brand Distillery's website.

While you're in Pendleton, definitely make a reservation with Pendleton Underground Tours, a nonprofit working to raise awareness about a very troubling time in Oregon history. These underground tours provide historical context to the dark side of Pendleton, including bootlegging, prostitution, and gambling, and are absolutely something every Oregonian must experience.