A FOCUS ON
Sustainability & HarvestingSustainable harvesting is important to maintaining healthy white oak forests. Responsible logging removes mature white oak trees which opens up the canopy and promotes new growth and regeneration. These practices help to ensure healthy forests for future generations.
With our proprietary technologies, we are able to utilize nearly 100% of the logs we harvest for staves. Material that cannot be used for staves is converted into a variety of natural products such as chips, mulch, and sawdust.

Our Roots
1912
Founded by T.W. Boswell, our first mill, located in the Mark Twain National Forest, was dedicated to crafting white oak staves.
1950s
After prohibition was repealed, ISC focused on being a premier stave mill before opening a cooperage in Lebanon, Missouri.
1980s
ISC acquired a cooperage in Lebanon, Kentucky to meet a growing demand for barrels.
Today
The fourth generation of Boswells continue to grow ISC's presence around the world.


AN ONGOING
PartnershipOur story doesn't end when the barrels are shipped to your distillery. We aim to build ongoing partnerships to support your passion for crafting great spirits.