Company Profile (AI Text)
Name: Epec - James F.C. Hyde Sorgho Whiskey
Canonical URL: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc
Updated at: 2026-06-06T05:00:41Z

Tagline: Pioneering a gluten-free, 100% American-grown sorghum "whiskey like no other"
Elevator pitch: Sorghum is the primary ingredient of history's oldest and most popular spirit, Chinese Baijiu, and now we're using it to make a brand new type of American whiskey the world has never tasted. James F.C. Hyde Sorgho® Whiskey's unique combination of flavor and aroma notes delight the palate, whether neat, on the rocks, in classic cocktails like a Manhattan or to inspire new world class cocktails. But don't just take our word for it–The Whiskey Wash gave us a 5/5 rating, a best in category.

Key claims:
- Total raised on Wefunder: 357824 | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-total-raised
- Total investors: 410 | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-total-investors

Verified facts:
- Total raised on Wefunder: 357824 | observed_at: 2026-06-06T05:00:41Z | expires_at: 2026-06-07T05:00:41Z
- Total investors: 410 | observed_at: 2026-06-06T05:00:41Z | expires_at: 2026-06-07T05:00:41Z

Computed metrics:
- total_amount_raised: 357824
- total_investors: 410
- team_size: 9
- featured_investor_count: 0
- faq_count: 5
- recent_post_count: 10

Quick facts:
- Over $2.5 million invested from over 1,000 investors in nearly a decade to get to this point in our development.   | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-1
- Distribution in 10 U.S. state including the 4 largest US spirits markets of CA, TX, FL and NY. | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-2
- Case volume of James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey nearly tripled in 2018 vs 2017.  Q4 2018 case volume exceeded ALL of 2017. | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-3
- Two year term of 6% Convertible Note offers investors 6% capital appreciation of invested capital per year for two years, and two years of risk mitigating conversion price protection. | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-4
- "Best in category" and 5/5 rating from The Whiskey Wash | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-5
- Partnerships with America's sorghum growers. including National Sorghum Producers and United Sorghum Checkoff Program | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-6
- Major investment in Delta BioRenewables, resulted in a royalty free technology license granting access to all sorghum planting, harvesting and processing technology developed by DBR over the last decade of its operation.  When paire | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-7
- Made TV debut with "free" airtime on KSNV segment on "Great Whiskey Cocktails". | citation: https://wefunder.com/epec.holdings.inc#claim-fact-8

FAQ:
- Q: Greetings - with only another month until the money runs out... and potentially several months to conclude this crowd funding campaign, how do you plan to bridge your finances? Thanks and best of luck with your project, looks terrific!
  A: Great question. We considered several possible responses to the cash burn rate issue. Ultimately our Wall Street roots convinced us, the "right" answer in a official SEC document - like a Form C - when describing Risk Factors, is to opt for the most dire description possible. That said, notice a couple of related Item #24 Form C disclosures that illuminate how we manage cash deficiencies should they occur? 1) $204,200 is deferred compensation due to officers; and 2) $25,000 loan from Director...
- Q: Hi, I appreciate your answer to the previous question about runway and your incredible transparency with the questions above but I have a follow-up: What has to happen for you to be successful? Your burn rate is quite low which suggests that as you succeed it will go up, and a...
  A: Thanks for the questions Alan. In our formal filing we disclosed a use of proceeds for $100K raise. I refer you to that for an explanation how we will proceed should that be our circumstance when this offering closes. As far as our competitive position should we succeed, I refer you to the question on this offering page, "How big an opportunity is Sorgho Whiskey?" and specifically: "3) We've been granted trademark protection for “Sorgho Whiskey“ and our ambition is to elevate it to new Americ...
- Q: Thanks - helpful answers. I have a family member who is quite experienced and involved in your industry. He is excited about the potential of the whisky category in general right now, and specifically in any company that can carve out a truly unique niche. According to him you...
  A: Thanks for your kind words Alan. I noticed you're from MA. Mr James FC Hyde was Newton MA - home of Boston College - first ever Mayor. We're trying to get into MA because we think that historical tie could give us a "home field advantage" competing up there. Just have to find a distributor that agrees with our assessment.
- Q: Steve, We are looking for a sizable investment in your Company. To better understand your business can we talk to somebody in your comapny to decide? An early answer would be appreciated.
  A: Hello Ravi. Thanks for your question. We consider this more of a pubic forum for all potential investors. If you want to move beyond this forum to a more private venue, go to http://www.jamesfchyde.com/ and leave a private email message there. Leave as much information as you can about yourself and the investment group your represent.
- Q: where can i get this in Brooklyn,ny?
  A: Closest location might be Blue Streak in Long Island City. http://www.bluestreakwine.com/james-hyde-original-sorgho-whiskey-750-ml.html

Recent posts:
- Transition Complete - Developing Private Whiskey Labels for Liquor Stores, Whiskey Clubs and Charities (2023-06-10T15:36:54Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/116338
- Epec - James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey - With COLA In Hand Will Enter Rye Whiskey Market With "A Rye Like No Other" (2019-05-16T20:07:08Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/116332
- Epec - James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey ; A Thank You to Our Community of Owners (2019-05-01T00:03:04Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/114978
- Epec - James FC Hyde Files Application For COLA With Intention To Enter Rye Market With "Rye Like No Other" (2019-04-30T18:28:51Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/114955
- Epec James FC Hyde - Publishes "Message to Investors" as Required in 2018 Annual Report (2019-04-29T21:10:47Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/114809
- Epec -James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey Breaks Into Giant Texas Chain SPEC'S (2019-04-28T18:57:09Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/114795
- Epec - James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey IRA Beta Test Comes to Successful Closing (2019-04-24T20:55:41Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/114430
- Epec James FC Hyde - Extends Early Bird Discount to First $150,000 In Commitments (2019-04-19T19:30:45Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/113727
- Epec - James FC Hyde Sorgho Whiskey Enters Final Two Weeks of Its Wefunder Campaign (2019-04-17T17:08:13Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/113100
- Epec - James F.C. Hyde Sorgho Whiskey 2019 Q1 Orders Exceed First Three Quarters of 2018 (2019-04-11T12:41:02Z) https://wefunder.com/feed/110738