In 1712, geographical differences of the Province of Carolina made it difficult to communicate and govern throughout the vast landforms. That year, the Lords Proprietors to the North of the Province would leave to establish the Province of North Carolina. This independence would be come official in 1729 when 7 of the Lords Proprietors sold their interests. Nearly 70 years later North Carolina would be the 12th State in the United States of America. Today, our products are distilled from North Carolina agriculture using our North Carolina heritage. Join us as we toast to Seventeen Twelve.