1839 Collection
For nearly two centuries, Longwood University has been a place of tradition and excellence in the classroom and in the community.
We are proud to partner with one of those community members, Sandy River Distillery, on a limited-edition bourbon crafted especially for the Longwood family to celebrate our timeless community and the traditions that bind generations.
The 2024 Reserve of the 1839 Collection was released in October and is sold out. Due to the overwhelming demand, we plan to continue the partnership and release next year’s limited edition ahead of Homecoming & Alumni Weekend 2025, so watch for an announcement!
In the meantime, check out the rest of Sandy River Distillery’s award-winning spirits at www.sandyriverdistillery.com.
As plans came together for Longwood’s first Homecoming and Alumni Weekend celebration, we thought about the traditions that bind generations of Lancers together, and how we could celebrate that spirit. What better way with a new spirit that could be shared at Homecoming and Alumni Weekend?
We found a natural partner just five miles down the road in Sandy River Distillery. Mark and Candice Smith, who opened the distillery in 2021, set to work crafting a small batch bourbon that would appeal to Lancers far and near.
Thus, the 1839 Collection was born. Every bottle is infused with the Longwood spirit, down to the Rotunda seal in the Longwood blue wax that seals each cork. Our hope is that you share this single barrel bourbon with friends, family, and Lancers as you create new traditions.
The 2024 Reserve is sold out. We plan to continue the partnership and release the 2025 Reserve in fall 2025, so watch for an announcement!
In the meantime, check out the rest of Sandy River Distillery’s award-winning spirits at www.sandyriverdistillery.com.
Longwood University does not directly sell or ship 1839 Collection bourbon. Bottles may only be purchased from Sandy River Distillery, Rice, Va. Please drink responsibly. You must be 21 years of age or older to consume or purchase.