Spirit Savvy

01/01/2021

Bard Distillery, in Muhlenberg Co., is the newest member of the Kentucky Distillers Association. Tom is a descendant of the founders of Bardstown Ky and is doing his part to keep up with traditions. Make a stop at this distillery on your next trip on the trail.

The Bard Distillery in Muhlenberg County recently became the newest addition to the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, making it the 41st member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature bourbon and spirits industry.

03/31/2020

Quarantine Cocktails...

02/08/2020

An article after my own heart. Try a few flakes of sea salt in your bitter-leaning Negroni or a citrusy Gimlet. ❤️🥃🍸

Salt, arguably the most important ingredient in the kitchen, is just as critical at the bar.

01/13/2020

These are fantastic. A great departure from the sugar laden virgin drinks of yore.
And, pssst..... let’s change ‘Drynuary’ to ‘Zero-Proof-January’. Sounds way better. 🙌🏼

These zero-proof drinks from top bartenders all over the country are healthy-ish, use fresh ingredients — and won't give you a hangover.

12/30/2019

I loved every bit about these cocktail 2020 predictions. Flipping the martini to enjoy more of the delicate vermouths, “long drinks”, the Bullshot and more local. Yes and yes!

It’s time to change up the base spirit in your favorite cocktail and change the ratio of your martinis. A group of top mixologists and spirits writers tell what they're looking forward to drinking more of in 2020.

11/20/2019

We lost a real innovator in the whiskey business this week. Bardstown Bourbon Company made its own rules while respecting the Bourbon Craft. I particularly loved how transparent they were with their mash bills. I’m sorry I never got to meet Pete, but look forward to experiencing Bardstown Bourbon Co. in person. Rest In Peace, Pete.

NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIOSTAFF REPORT Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2019 — Peter T. Loftin, founder of the Bardstown Bourbon Co. and the company’s chairman, died unexpectedly at his home in Miami, Fl…

11/20/2019

This is just so good.

Recovering addicts or people new to sobriety often run into a struggle when trying to socialize with friends. A typical night out at a bar can be a trigger and challenge to their sobriety. “Sober bars” are now popping up all across the nation including Central Texas. After a long day, Em...

10/23/2019

Way to go ASHEVILLE!

Asheville took home three of four awards at the NC Restaurant and Lodging Association’s Chef Showdown, upholding its culinary reputation

10/19/2019

We see you.

Self-proclaimed beer snob Jeremy Drika pretended to thoughtfully peruse the beer list at a brewpub before picking solely based on high alcohol content.

10/09/2019

Uncle Nearest- The Godfather of Tennessee Whiskey.

We spoke with Fawn Weaver, CEO and Master Distiller of Uncle Nearest Whiskey. Learn about the brand paying homage to a former slave and master distiller.

06/28/2019

The Negroni turns 100 this year!
Here's a little piece on Count Negroni- the illustrious man behind this legendary cocktail.

Thank you to Luca Picchi for documenting this history so well in your book, The Negroni Cocktail: An Italian Legend.

Happy Negroni Week!

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