Meet Our Team:
The People Behind the Craft

Buckle up for Brian Allen, the rum-obsessed mastermind behind True Standard Distilling in Frederick, Maryland! This guy’s love affair with rum kicked off in Costa Rica, got wild in Hawaii’s Kailua Kona, and exploded into a full-on distilling adventure with his wife, Ashley, by his side. Armed with a badass custom Vendome copper still from Kentucky, Brian founded True Standard Distilling to churn out jaw-dropping rums with pure, no-nonsense ingredients—think molasses, water, and a dash of genius. He’s not just distilling; he’s throwing open the doors for epic tours and mixology showdowns, all while juggling dad duties and welcoming all guests to True Standard Distilling!

Buckle up for Ashley Allen, the unstoppable co-founder of True Standard Distilling in Frederick, Maryland! While her husband Brian tames the still, Ashley is the high-voltage dynamo sparking epic partnerships and throwing down unforgettable events that put True Standard on the map. From her rum-obsessed adventures with Brian to kicking off this wild distillery dream, she’s the queen of making things happen—connecting the dots and turning every gathering into a rum-fueled blast. When she’s not dreaming up the next big collab or chasing three crazy babies, Ashley’s proving rum’s the life of the party, one epic bash at a time!