The Maker, Priester’s Pecans
Fort Deposit
If you live in Alabama, you’ve likely heard of Priester’s Pecans. If you’ve never visited, you can do yourself a favor and make a trip.
It’s located below Montgomery, just off Interstate 65, nestled in the small community of Fort Deposit.
Once you step inside the store, the atmosphere weaves in several elements:
- Part candy store with all the pecan confections.
- Part country store with Alabama-made crafts.
- Part country cafeteria with ice cream and other homemade lunch menu items.
- Part small department store with clothing and clever souvenirs.
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Syrup is another offering for fans of the Priester’s brand. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers lunch too. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Ice cream is a favorite of many who come to the retail store in Fort Deposit. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Priester’s Pecans offers a variety of sweet treats that customers enjoy. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
“My dad truly had a vision for this store,” said co-owner Ellen Burkett, “And I’m just honored to be able to carry on his legacy here at Priester’s.”
That legacy has become an Alabama gem. The business spans more than 70 years; its current location was built in 1979. If a visit to the retail store isn’t possible, order nuts, candies or baked goods online.
Customers can call a toll-free number (1-800-277-3226) and a customer service associate will assist with an order. Priester’s products also are located in myriad retail locations all over Alabama.
Burkett says it’s an absolute joy to serve Alabama customers.
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Priester’s Pecans
The Product: Candied pecans, pecan rolls, pecan pies, homemade jellies and confections, and barbecue sauces
Take Home: Honey glazed pecans for $7.50 (6 oz) or 6-pack Fiddlesticks for $10.50
80 Bishop Bottom Road, Fort Deposit
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Customers can order online: https://www.priesters.com/ or call Customer Service at 1-800-277-3226.
Honey, made in Alabama, sold in Priester’s Pecans. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Dressing offered by Priester’s Pecans. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Canned vegetables can be purchased, too. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Fruit preserves and butters are also available for purchase. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Inside the Priester’s retail location in Fort Deposit. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Customers enjoy the free samples Priester’s offers. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Bright, colorful clothing and other crafts can be purchased. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Customers enjoy the free samples Priester’s offers. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Snacks off all kinds abound at Priester’s. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Confections are made and sliced daily. Customers enjoy the free samples Priester’s offers. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
Confections are made and sliced daily. Customers enjoy the free samples Priester’s offers. (Keisa Sharpe/Alabama NewsCenter)
