“Quechee On The Rocks”

A Blog By Vermont Spirits Distilling Co

Woodstock Maple Drop

Woodstock Maple Drop

The Woodstock Maple Drop is a signature Vermont Gold Vodka cocktail. We love it for the way the cocktail so elegantly highlights the flavor profile of our handcrafted vodka. Plus it’s a versatile cocktail that we enjoy all year long. If you’re not sure about the “verjus,” read on for explanation and alternatives. The Basics: Simply Vermont Gold Vodka with sweetness from both the maple syrup and verjus, balanced with gentle acidity and citrusy fruit flavor from the verjus.

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14 For First Responders+

14 For First Responders+

Fourteen percent of gift card sales will be donated to local emergency relief efforts. Join us in thanking first responders, road crews and emergency services personnel!

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Blackberry No 14 Bourbon Smash

Blackberry No 14 Bourbon Smash

This signature No 14 Bourbon cocktail was suggested by our friends at Boston Harbor Hotel’s Rowes Wharf Bar. Next time your in Boston, stop by Rowes and order one.

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Two Very Vermont Fathers Day Ideas (On The Rocks)

Two Very Vermont Fathers Day Ideas (On The Rocks)

Kayaking at Camp Plymouth State Park + No 14 Bourbon On The Rocks. Start with a complimentary tasting at Vermont Spirits Distilling Co, in Quechee Gorge Village. Fishing Quechee Gorge On The Rocks With Lunch & Bourbon On The Rocks. Let Dad pick out his favorite bourbons, gins and vodka. Don’t forget to grab a couple tumblers and soapstone whiskey stones made local by Vermont Soapstone Co.

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Sugarwood Trees Knees

Sugarwood Trees Knees

Sugarwood Trees Knees is the Vermonter’s version of the classic Prohibition Era cocktail, Bees Knees. In our version, hold the honey and use pure Vermont maple instead. We’ve come a long way from bathtub gin, too. You’ll notice subtle hints of green tea and orange peel, brought out by a touch of pure maple and a refreshing splash of lemon.

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Coppers Sugarwood Negroni

Coppers Sugarwood Negroni

If you’re in the mood for a slightly sunnier, a little less bitter version of a negroni, this is for you. Coppers Sugarwood Gin is just on the sweeter side with amped up botanical notes that take the edge off the typical bitterness in a negroni.

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Blueberry Basil American Gin Spritzer

Blueberry Basil American Gin Spritzer

Our favorite gin, plus shrub, lemonade and soda water.
This is probably Don’s favorite craft cocktail to make. (You should ask him!) The use of cocktail shrub introduces a whole new flavor profile to an otherwise ordinary spritzer. We prefer Coppers American Gin, but if you wanted a slightly sweeter cocktail, you could try this with Coppers Sugarwood Gin. Either way, this might just be your new fave.

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