Ransom Farm and Distillery (DSP-15) has been hand-crafting classic American distillates since our founding in 1997. Dry farmed. Solar powered. Certified organic. Made by hand, not robots. Come experience the magic of Ransom with Master Distiller Matt Cechovic and his team.

Matt Cechovic, Master Distiller, Ransom Spirits
Born and raised on a generational family farm in Indiana, Matt earned a degree in Biology from Purdue University. In 2005, Matt answered a job posting from a winery in the Willamette Valley, landing his first alcohol production job as a harvest intern. Matt joined our business as Chief Winemaker in 2008, and in 2019 he began training under Ransom founder Tad Seestadt in our 19th century style of distillation. He was seeking a new adventure that was focused on the traditional, craft, small batch production and creative innovation. He was also attracted to the idea of returning to sustainable farming. At Ransom Farm & Distillery, Matt and his team collect rainwater from the distillery roof, use solar power to power the farm, and follow certified organic farming and distillation methods.

Full-Day Educational Workshop for pre-assigned Student Pass holders.
Location: Ransom Distillery and Farm, 23101 Houser Rd, Sheridan, OR 97378
Sponsored by: Ransom Spirits