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The First Pour of a Bigger Story
T12 DISTILLERY @ THE FOUNDRY
(Formerly Foundry Distilling Co.)
New ownership. Same location. Same hospitality. A new chapter is taking shape.
T12 Distilling Company continues the experiences guests have come to expect in Historic Valley Junction while building toward a future rooted in resilience, accessibility, and Iowa-made spirits.
About T12 DISTILLERY
formerly FOUNDRY DISTILLING CO.
Named after the vertebrae that changed everything, T12 Distillery began with an unexpected interruption.
After a life-changing spinal cord injury, our founder found himself navigating a path he never planned. What started as late nights learning the craft became a pursuit grounded in precision, experimentation, and an engineer's mindset.
Today, T12 Distillery exists to create honest spirits while creating opportunities for connection, conversation, and a broader understanding of resilience. It is a company shaped by the belief that life's detours can still lead somewhere worth celebrating.
What began as a personal journey has evolved into a vision for a distillery experience that welcomes everyone and creates space for stories worth sharing.
T12 Distillery proudly continues the traditions, hospitality, and experiences that guests have enjoyed for years while building toward an exciting new future.
Whether you're stopping in for a cocktail, planning an event, exploring custom spirits, or gathering with friends, you'll find the same welcoming atmosphere that has made this space a destination in Historic Valley Junction.
The name may be changing, but the commitment to great spirits and meaningful experiences remains the same.
CUSTOM
branded spirits
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your story. your spirit.
Some stories deserve more than a standard gift. T12 Distillery helps businesses, organizations, and individuals create custom-branded spirits designed to celebrate milestones, strengthen relationships, and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're commemorating an anniversary, recognizing employees, thanking clients, raising funds for a cause, or creating keepsakes for a wedding or special event, our team can guide the process from spirit selection and label design to packaging and presentation. Every bottle becomes a reflection of the people behind it.
Reach out to our team today!
Every bottle becomes a reflection of the people behind it, honoring stories worth remembering and raising a glass to for years to come.
Every gathering has its own personality, and our team is committed to helping create an experience that reflects yours. T12 Distillery offers flexible event spaces for corporate functions, client appreciation events, fundraisers, rehearsal dinners, weddings, retirement celebrations, holiday parties, and private tastings. From setup and service to customized beverage offerings and event coordination, we work alongside hosts to create memorable experiences that feel thoughtful, effortless, and uniquely tailored to each occasion.
PRIVATE
events
SPIRITS
engineered to last
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imbibe. savor. repeat
At the heart of T12 Distillery is a simple belief: great spirits are meant to be shared. Whether you're stopping in after work, meeting friends for a weekend cocktail, or introducing someone to craft distilling for the first time, our bar offers an approachable experience built around quality, conversation, and hospitality. Pull up a chair, raise a glass, and become part of the story. Stay for the conversation, discover something new, and enjoy the company around you.
Enjoy handcrafted spirits, signature cocktails, seasonal offerings, and a welcoming atmosphere that invites guests to slow down, connect, and stay awhile.
THE BAR
& LOUNGE
TOURS
&
TASTINGS
Go behind the scenes and experience the distilling process firsthand. Guided tours offer an inside look at the equipment, production methods, and craftsmanship that bring T12 Distillery spirits to life, while sharing the history, innovation, and passion that continue to shape the distillery experience.
THE FOUNDRY IS JUST THE FIRST POUR
While T12 Distillery begins in Historic Valley Junction, the vision reaches far beyond these walls. Future plans include a destination distillery experience in Bondurant, Iowa, built around local grain, local partnerships, thoughtful accessibility, and spaces designed to bring people together through distilling, hospitality, events, and shared experiences. This is where the story starts—not where it ends.
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CONTACT
information
T12 DISTILLERY @ THE FOUNDRY
111 S. 11th St. / Ste 100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
P / 515.682.1030
DISTILLERY HOURS
MON - FRI / 10AM - 3PM
By Appointment Only
BAR & LOUNGE HOURS
THURS & FRI / 4PM - 9PM
Saturday / 1PM - 9PM
Sunday / CLOSED