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    Christine Riggleman

    Master Distiller, Silverback Distillery

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    Portrait of Christine Riggleman

    Portrait of Christine Riggleman

    i. Biography

    Christine Riggleman is the CEO, owner, and master distiller of Silverback Distillery in Afton, Virginia, a craft distillery she and her husband Denver opened after years of planning and construction. She is an leader in the craft spirits industry, and the company notes that its Christine Riggleman Reserve has earned top honors at the New Orleans Bourbon Fest.

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