Honoring Service & Spirits: Virginia’s Veteran-Owned Distilleries

Copper still next to American flag and barrels for distilled spirits.

Together, We Raise a Glass When it comes to honoring those who have served, one of the best ways to show your support is by celebrating veteran-owned businesses. Virginia is home to exceptional distilleries founded by veterans who bring the same dedication, precision and pride from their service to the craft of spirits-making across the […]

Crafting Cocktails & Conversations with Savannah Duncan

Savannah Duncan behind the bar at Emerald Lounge

America’s first taverns were known as “ordinaries,” and by the 1640s, colonists all across Virginia publicly gathered for their daily dose of spirits (considered one of the safest beverages while drinking water was contaminated). We’ve come a long way since then – to countless, inventive restaurants with a lively scene that begins at the bar.  […]

Crafting Cocktails & Conversations with Karen Negvesky

photo of Karen at the bar with drink

America’s first taverns were known as “ordinaries,” and by the 1640s, colonists all across Virginia publicly gathered for their daily dose of spirits (considered one of the safest beverages while drinking water was contaminated). We’ve come a long way since then – to countless, inventive restaurants with a lively scene that begins at the bar.  […]

Meet the Women of Virginia Distilling 

women sit and bar and sip on Virginia spirits

March is Women’s History Month, and it’s the perfect time to highlight some of the amazing women who are driving the Virginia distilling community forward. In a male-dominated industry, they’ve played a critical role in the establishment and expansion of quality spirits-making across the Commonwealth.  From opening their doors and welcoming spirits enthusiasts from across […]