Black Owned Victor George Spirits Continues to Share the Story of Fort Mose’ During Bourbon Heritage Month

Victor George Spirits (VGS), and their award winning Fort Mose’ Bourbon has expanded from one state to twelve states since its release in June of 2022. Victor G. Harvey, owner of VGS has traveled extensively to share the amazing story of Fort Mose’ the namesake of his award-winning bourbon.   

This September in honor of Bourbon Heritage month Fort Mose’ Bourbon will be featured at key events in Detroit, Richmond, Atlanta, Miami, Cleveland, Tampa and several other cities across the nation.  Harvey has been asked to host these events and educate bourbon aficionados and enthusiasts on this historic time in our American History.

Fort Mose’ was founded in 1726 by thirty-eight slaves that had escaped Charleston, South Carolina seeking freedom in Spanish controlled Florida. The governor of Florida had promised refuge if they would fight alongside their native Indian allies in their war against the English.

They agreed to do so, and word spread to plantations across the south inspiring slaves to escape and head south through Charleston, to Jacksonville, on to St Augustine, Florida beginning in 1738. This would establish the first underground railroad.

Eventually enough slaves had escaped to form a militia who joined with the Spanish soldiers and Indian warriors to go on and defeat the English forces. As a reward for their bravery and loyalty the governor of Florida granted freedom to all slaves, and they were allowed to live freely in the newly formed town of Fort Mose’ just outside Saint Augustine.

“When I came across this seldom untold story while searching for a name for our bourbon, I knew this was it.  Every great bourbon has a great story,” says Harvey.  “I am committed to sharing this story across the United States and beyond. Remember slaves came from all over the world to the U.S. against their will so all countries need to know,” added Harvey.  During this month he will also be sharing his bourbon inspired drinks.  

Fort Mose Bourbon is a four-year aged 84 proof bourbon. It was awarded the gold medal at the San Francisco Spirits competition, one of the most coveted honors in the spirits industry. It can be found at major retailers such as Total Wine, Meijer, VABC and many others and retails for $49.99. 

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