Hershey, Pa. – The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) announced that Hidden Still Distillery received approval for a $2 million loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA). The loan, approved on May 7, 2025, will support the acquisition and renovation of Hidden Still’s Hershey facility.
Founded by David Stein in 2014, Hidden Still is the largest producer of Pennsylvania craft straight bourbon whiskey. It has grown from a small operation in Lebanon County into a regional manufacturer with a growing wholesale footprint.
The $8 million project will solidify Hidden Still’s long-term presence in Derry Township. It includes critical upgrades to improve production and enhance the visitor experience. Planned renovations include updates to the kitchen, office space and manufacturing areas to meet rising demand. The Hershey facility also functions as a full-service restaurant and brand experience center, boosting both retail and wholesale business.
The project will retain 27 full-time jobs and create three new positions. M&T Bank, CREDC and private equity partners are backing the expansion.
CREDC congratulates Hidden Still Distillery on this milestone and remains committed to supporting Pennsylvania manufacturers with long-term, fixed-rate financing.
About the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC
For 140 years, the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC has served as the region’s catalyst for economic prosperity. The organization combines business, community, and economic development services to enhance the region’s vitality and livability. The Chamber is a five-star accredited chamber through the U.S. Chamber of Commerce—a distinction held by fewer than 1 percent of chambers nationwide. CREDC is the Certified Economic Development Organization for Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties.
The Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) is the economic development arm of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and the Certified Economic Development Organization (CEDO) approved by the Commonwealth’s Department of Community and Economic Development to perform economic development activities using Pennsylvania’s funding programs in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties.
