Philip McDaniel

Philip McDaniel, CEO/Co-Founder St. Augustine Distillery, is a dynamic entrepreneur with 40 years of experience working in both retail consumer promotions and alcohol industries. Philip specializes in niche brand-building and is currently responsible for overseeing one of the country’s most visited and awarded craft distilleries. Creating memorable and entertaining guest experiences, coupled with authentic, award-winning small batch spirits, Philip has helped to build one of the fastest growing and most recognizable craft brands in Florida. Philip is a motivating and respected force in both his community and workplace, using his passion, tireless energy and vision to engage others to succeed. Philip is most inspired by his wife of 35 years and their four children. Philip enjoys boating, cooking, swimming and surfing with friends and family.