The distillery J. Rieger & Co. will host an afternoon of cocktails and socializing in support of Jewish Family Services (JFS).
On Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 3 to 6 p.m., attendees can enjoy signature drinks, explore the historic distillery and connect with friends while supporting JFS efforts. The distillery is located at 2700 Guinotte Ave., Kansas City, MO 64120.
During the Nov. 12 event, J. Rieger & Co. will donate 20% of all sales to support the mission of JFS; an additional donation will be made for every bottle of Horsefeather Whiskey sold at the distillery through November.
The Rieger family has deep roots in Kansas City’s Jewish community. After immigrating from Goritz, Austria/Hungary in 1877, Jacob Rieger (formerly Rizor) settled in Kansas City’s West Bottoms neighborhood and established J. Rieger & Co., a distributor of fine liquors. His son, Alexander, grew the company into the largest mail-order whiskey house in the country until Prohibition shut its doors in 1920.
A savvy businessman, Alexander soon became a major figure in Kansas City’s financial industry as well as a prominent civic leader. He served on the board of the United Jewish Charities of Kansas City (Jewish Family Services), the Jewish Orphans Home and Menorah Hospital until his death in 1936.
“Knowing the connection between the Rieger family and JFS makes this community cocktails event very special,” said Andy Rieger, president of J. Rieger & Co. “We’re proud to honor our heritage by supporting an organization that my great-great-great-grandfather cared deeply about nearly 100 years ago.”
