The Springfield Manor is a 130 acre farm situated at the base of the Catoctin Mountains. In 1774, the estate was named after the limestone filtered spring water, which comes forth in each of the farms seven fields. The limestone aquifer beneath the farm produces water with virtually no iron, and generous amounts of calcium carbonate and magnesium. It is no secret in the industry that limestone spring water produces the finest distilled spirits.

Many experts consider the water to actually be the most important ingredient of all. Limestone water imparts the specific desirable minerals while filtering out other undesirable compounds.

The limestone spring water at Springfield Manor also provides the ideal PH for both fermentation and distillation. It is generally acknowledged that limestone water makes the best bourbons, it is possible that its attributes are even more paramount in clear spirits. In Bourbon and other brown spirits, much of the character comes from the barrel itself. In clear spirits such as vodka and gin, there is nothing else to influence the flavor of the spirit except the water. Some experts profess that the "high surface tension of the water inhibits the evaporation of the aromas- thereby slowing the release of the bouquet. This gives the spirit a softer nose, a distinctive flavor profile, and a delicate mouth feel." Even elaborate water purification systems can't replicate natures own limestone filtered spring water that is produced in abundance at Springfield Manor!