Welcome to the Terrell Society: Where It’s More Than a Membership

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

We are so thrilled to have you join us in the Terrell Society! You will soon see that this is way more than a membership; it’s a culture. A family. A legacy.

As you have probably already read, the Terrells started Old Terrell many generations ago in 1835. Distilling on the family farm in Paducah, Kentucky, Caleb Terrell utilized grains harvested from his land and Kentucky limestone water to create a delicious, rich bourbon.

This tradition grew into a working distillery in 1903 when Sid Terrell (Caleb’s grandnephew) established federal DSP License 34 and made it official. At that time, licenses were issued federally (today they are issued by the state), making Old Terrell DSP 34 one of the early registered distilleries.

As we work to resurrect DSP-KY-34, many steps go into proving lineage and ties to the original family and distillery that held this distilled spirits license. It is a lengthy process, but one Logan Davis, owner and founder, finds worth the effort.

“When I found out about five years ago that my family had such strong ties to bourbon, I knew I had to see about bringing back that rich tradition and profile that my family created. Although the distillery closed in 1916, there was a tradition built at Old Terrell on Jefferson Street in Paducah that I plan to bring back to life,” said Logan Davis, owner and founder of Old Terrell Distillery.

“I am not only trying to resurrect the old DSP-KY-34, but also building this legacy in the original distillery building in downtown Paducah, Kentucky, and sourcing grains from the very family farm I grew up on and still harvest today,” Davis said. “I can’t wait to start distilling using these very grains, as well as the limestone water Kentucky famously supplies.”

Old Terrell Distillery plans to open in late September 2026, just in time for fall weather and bonfires. Although Davis plans to offer more than just bourbon when he opens the doors at 411-417 Jefferson Street in Paducah, he is especially excited to share the deep, rich profile he has resurrected with bourbon drinkers now. Hence, the Terrell Society.

“I spent a long time searching for and sourcing the best bourbons I could find. You won’t find my bourbons younger than eight years old, and you will find a boldness and richness at 108 proof that I think reflects an older bourbon profile we can all enjoy together,” Davis said.

After opening, Davis plans to distill Old Terrell spirits based on what is produced by the family farm in Paducah.

“Why stick to one mash bill when distilling? I plan on distilling based on what the farm produces each year. These barrels will be something special that I can’t wait to share as a ‘Reunion Series,’” he said. “Much more to come about that.”

As Terrell Society members, you will have access to these Reunion barrels as they mature and age in the distillery and in the rick houses in Paducah. Of course, this will take years to perfect and cultivate, but being part of a barrel’s story is something we can’t wait to share with each and every one of you.

As we celebrate the release of our first single barrels today, we couldn’t help but add to the Old Terrell legacy in another special way. Davis's daughters drew and designed the Old Terrell labels.

“We just couldn’t find any great images to use that represented the legacy of the distillery, so my talented daughter and neighbor went to work,” Davis said. They replicated the old label the best they could, he said.

“Being part of the Paducah community is extremely important to Old Terrell. Kentucky is important. We are part of that history, which matters greatly to me,” he said.

There will also be space for guests to customize the labels. Something to add to their experience.

“We want to bring a full experience to everyone who visits Old Terrell. It isn’t just about bourbon, rye, or whiskey. It’s about enjoying it with others and sharing your story with us. We invite you to do just that,” Davis said.

Davis’s invitation also extends to the private Old Terrell Society Facebook page, where members can share their bourbon stories as well as their Terrell family stories. We welcome submissions and posts to share here in the portal—something very important to Davis as he shares his own Terrell history.

“I want to connect with as many Terrells as I can. I think it’s important to stay connected with your family and friends, and what better way than through bourbon,” he said.

There are so many great plans ahead at Old Terrell. We are beyond thrilled to share this experience with everyone.

Because it really is more than just bourbon. It truly is about a legacy.

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Welcome to the Terrell Society: Where It’s More Than a Membership