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Mad River Distillers Welcomes Moira Horan as On-Premise Sales Manager for Massachusetts

Warren, VT – March 4, 2024 – Mad River Distillers, a leader in the craft distilling industry known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Moira Horan as On-Premise Sales Manager for Massachusetts and Connecticut. Horan, who previously worked with Mad River Distillers in 2017, returns to the team in a pivotal management role after gaining valuable experience and insights at Fever Tree and Tanteo Tequila.

Moira Horan is a seasoned professional with a proven track record of success in the beverage industry. During her time at Fever Tree and Tanteo Tequila, she developed a deep understanding of the market dynamics and established herself as a key player in driving growth and brand recognition. Her expertise in sales strategy, customer relations, and market penetration will be invaluable to Mad River Distillers as the company seeks to expand its presence and influence in the Massachusetts and Connecticut markets.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Moira back to the Mad River Distillers family," said Maura Connolly, Co-founder of Mad River Distillers. "Her energy, expertise, and passion for the spirits industry are exactly what we need as we look to strengthen our position in the on-premise marketplace. Moira's unique ability to connect with customers and drive sales will be instrumental in achieving our growth objectives in these key regions."

In her new role, Horan will be responsible for leading sales initiatives, cultivating relationships with key accounts, and developing valuable partnerships that will enhance Mad River Distillers' visibility and market share. Her appointment marks a significant step forward in the company's strategic expansion efforts and underscores its commitment to bringing high-quality, artisanal spirits to a wider audience.

“I’m excited to return to the Mad River Distillers team which is a brand based on authenticity and sense of place,” said Moira Horan. “I look forward to being a part of the brand building in the on-premise in Massachusetts and Connecticut."

Mad River Distillers is confident that Horan's return and her leadership in the Massachusetts and Connecticut markets will usher in a new era of growth and innovation for the company.

About Mad River Distillers: Mad River Distillers is a craft distillery based in Warren, Vermont, dedicated to producing high-quality, small-batch spirits with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Founded in 2011, the distillery has garnered acclaim for its diverse portfolio of award-winning products, including whiskey, rum, and brandy. Committed to the craft and community, Mad River Distillers continues to push the boundaries of traditional distilling while honoring the rich heritage of Vermont's distilling legacy.

For further information, contact Mad River Distillers at info@madriverdistillers.com

By in Media & Events Comments Off on Mad River Rye Finished in Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Barrels.

Mad River Rye Finished in Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Barrels.

The Mad River Valley Meets Napa Valley

In the almost-famous Mad River Valley, five villages and two ski areas abut rolling farmland along the flank of Vermont's Green Mountains. And since 2014, the Mad River Valley has become known for whiskey, among other grain-based libations.

Mad River Distillers ferments, distills and bottles a variety of whiskeys at their Warren, VT-based farm for distribution in New England, New York and California. One of the perennial best sellers is Revolution Rye, a whiskey distilled with roasted 'chocolate' rye from the Northeast, which adds a complex and aromatic cocoa/mocha note to the spicy nature of the organic rye grains.

A collaboration between the distillery and Caskforce

In 2018, Nick O’Connell approached Mad River Distillers with the idea for a unique collaborative whiskey, and the distillery jumped at the opportunity. O’Connell is the founder of Caskforce, a Boston-based retailer that curates cask- finished whiskey. He had his eye on some Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon barrels and thought a potential pairing between the wine barrels and Mad River Distillers Revolution Rye would work well together. Silver Oak ages their Cabernet in toasted American oak barrels, which both complements and contrasts the charred American oak in which the whiskey is matured.

O'Connell sourced the barrels and shipped them to Vermont, where Mad River Distillers filled the previous red wine-filled casks with aged Revolution Rye, a unique style whiskey with a rare 100 percent rye mashbill. With only five barrels aged in the Mad River Distillers rickhouse, the new limited release showcases the strengths of both the wine and the whiskey.

“I THOUGHT THE DARK BERRY AND WHITE PEPPER NOTES OF THE SILVER OAK CABERNET CASKS WERE THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT TO THE RICH COCOA NOTES OF MAD RIVER’S RYE WHISKEY,” O'CONNELL NOTED.

Mad River Distillers head distiller Alex Hilton agreed; ”The Silver Oak Cellars barrels heightened the roasted notes of the chocolate rye in our mashbill, while adding a lush velvet smoothness to the mouthfeel of the whiskey.”

The Mad River Rye Whiskey Finished in Silver Oak Barrels is priced at $54.99 per bottle and available beginning Friday, November 20 in Massachusetts and Vermont.

In MA:

November 20 - Dec 3 Exclusive at at Post Road Liquors in Wayland, Mass., and Upper Falls Beverage in Needham, Mass.

December 4th Onward Post Road Liquors, Wayland, Upper Falls Beverage, Needham, Julio's Liquors, Westborough. Check back for more retailers.

In VT: November 20 Onward

Mad River Taste Place, 89 Mad River Green, Waitsfield, VT 05673. Open Mon-Sat 10 am-6 pm

Mad River Distillers, 137 St. Paul St. Burlington, VT 05401. Open Wed-Sun 2-6 pm

By in Cocktails, RUM 44 Comments Off on Strawberry Smash

Strawberry Smash

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Strawberry Smash


  • Author: Mad River Distillers
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

A bright and aromatic cocktail combining our Rum 44 with strawberries, basil and Runamok Maple Grenadine.


Ingredients

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  • 5 ripe strawberries, leafy ends removed
  • 5 fresh basil leaves
  • 1.5 oz. of Rum 44
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced (plus more for garnish)
  • bar spoon of Runamok Maple Grenadine
  • Club soda

Instructions

  1. Add strawberries and basil to a mixing glass, and muddle together well.
  2. Squeeze in the juice of one lemon, and a bar spoon of Runamok Maple Grenadine.
  3. Add in the Rum 44 and stir all ingredients to incorporate.
  4. Add to a stemless wine glass over ice.
  5. Top with club soda, and garnish with a fresh strawberry and basil.

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Cynara

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Cynara


  • Author: Mad River Distillers
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

Build this cocktail right in your rocks glass over an Angostura ice cube, using our Revolution Rye, Linchpin Aperitivo (or Aperol), and Cynar Amaro. As the ice melts, the Angostura bitters are released, adding more flavor with each sip.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 oz. of Revolution Rye
  • 1/2 oz. of Cynar Amaro
  • 1/2 oz. of Linchpin Aperitivo (or Aperol)
  • Angostura ice cube

Instructions

  1. Add an Angostura ice cube to a large rocks glass.*
  2. Build this cocktail right in the glass. Pour the Revolution Rye over the ice cube, followed by Cynar Amaro, and Linchpin Aperitivo.
  3. Twist an orange peel over the top of the glass, then add as a garnish.

Notes

*To make an Angostura ice cube, add 2-3 dashes of Angostura Bitters to water, and freeze in a large ice cube mold. Note that adding more bitters may prevent freezing.


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MRD Tasting at Reveler Beverage Company in Needham

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, May 3rd at Reveler Beverage Company in Needham, MA. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:00pm- 6:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at Inman Square Wine & Spirits in Cambridge, MA

Join Mad River Distillers on Thursday, March 28th at Inman Square Wine & Spirits in Cambridge, MA. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 5:00pm- 7:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

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Rum Drinks to Sip This Spring

Spring is finally here, along with the happy sounds of birds chirping and glasses clinking… outside! While winter is wonderful in its own right, we’re super excited to be social outdoors again, with lively conversations and delicious beverages in hand. All of our spirits make great seasonal cocktails, but rum is the one spirit that is always top-of-mind when the temperatures go up. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of rum drinks you can sip on this spring.

STRAWBERRY SMASH
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Rum 44
- 5 ripe strawberries, leafy ends removed
- 5 fresh basil leaves 
- juice from 1 medium lemon
- bar spoon of Runamok Maple Grenadine
- club soda

Directions: 
Muddle strawberries and basil in a mixing glass. Squeeze in the juice of one lemon, and add a bar spoon of Runamok Maple Grenadine. Add in the Rum 44 and stir all ingredients to incorporate. Add to a stemless wine glass over ice. Top with club soda, and garnish with a fresh strawberry and basil.

Host With The Most cocktail on the bar at Mad River Distillers

HOST WITH THE MOST
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. of First Run Rum
- 1 oz. of pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz. of Fernet Branca
- 3/4 oz. of simple syrup
- 3/4 oz. of lime juice
- 2 dashes of Vena's Island Bitters

Directions: 
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake for 30 seconds, then strain into a collins glass filled with pebbled ice. Top with soda water, then garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint.

PURPLE SKIES
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz. of Rum 44
- 1 oz. of lime juice
- 1/2 oz. of Creme de Violette
- 1/2 oz. of Orange Curacao (or Cointreau)
- 1/2 oz. of simple syrup
- 2 dashes of Orange Bitters
- 2 droppers of B'lure Flower Extract

Directions: 
Add all ingredients except the Flower Extract to a shaker with ice. Shake hard, then strain into a stemless wine glass over pebbled ice. Top with the Flower Extract, and garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel.

SPRING SHOWERS
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Rum 44
- 1/2 oz Amaro Montenegro
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup 
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon
- 2 Dashes Peychaud's Bitters

Directions: 
Muddle 3 blackberries with simple syrup. Dry shake and strain the contents over crushed ice. Add a blackberry & lemon peel for garnish.

PINEAPPLE DAIQUIRI
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Rum 44
- 1 oz Pineapple Juice
- 3/4 oz Lime Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup 

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents into a Coupe glass. Add a pineapple & lime peel for garnish.

LAVENDER LEMONADE
Ingredients:

- 2 oz Rum 44
- 1 oz Lemon Juice
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- 4 Dashes Lavender Bitters

Directions: 
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents into a Collins glass with ice. Add a lavender sprig for garnish.

GRAPEFRUIT MOJITO
Ingredients:

- 2 oz Rum 44
- 1 oz Grapefruit Juice
- 3/4 oz Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
- 8-10 mint leaves

Directions:
Muddle Mint with simple syrup in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients, then shake with ice. Strain contents into a Collins glass, and top with club soda. Add a mint sprig & grapefruit for garnish.

RUM 44 MULE
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Rum 44
- 1/2 oz Lime Juice
- Ginger Beer
- 4 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Directions:
Add rum, lime and ginger beer to a highball glass with ice, and stir. Add a lime wheel & bitters for garnish.

VERMONT SPRITZ
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Rum 44
- 3/4 oz St. Elder
- 3/4 oz Lemon Juice

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents into a flute. Top with sparkling wine. Add a lemon peel for garnish.

AIR MAIL
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Rum 44
- 3/4 oz Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz Honey Syrup
- 2 Dashes Angostura
- Sparkling wine

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents into a flute. Top with sparkling wine, and add a lemon peel for garnish.

MAI TAI
Ingredients:

- 1 oz Rum 44
- 1 oz First Run Rum
- 3/4 oz Curacao
- 3/4 oz Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz Orgeat

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Dry shake, then strain contents over crushed ice. Add a mint sprig for garnish.

TRICKSTER
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz First Run Rum
- 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
- 3/4 oz Honey Ginger Syrup
- 3/4 oz Curacao
- 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents over a large ice cube. Garnish with candied ginger.

CAFE SWIZZLE
Ingredients:

- 1.5 oz Vanilla Rum
- 1 oz Coffee Liqueur
- 1.5 oz Coconut cream

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake, then strain contents over crushed ice. Garnish with grated nutmeg and espresso beans.

Now that you have some delicious new spring drink recipes up your sleeve, we hope your spring social calendar fills up with good drinks, good times, and really good people. As always, you can find bottles of our rum at our Tasting Rooms. At our Burlington Tasting Room, you can find a variety of bitters, orgeat, simple syrups and more in order to make the recipes above. We look forward to seeing you soon!


Originally published by Brianne Lucas on March 27, 2022 and updated on March 18, 2024.

Some recipe content provided by Maeghan Phillips for Mad River Distillers. Cocktail photos with the brick background provided by Brandon Phillips.

MRD Tasting at Hare and the Dog in Middlebury, VT

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, March 29th at Hare and the Dog in Middlebury, VT. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at 802 bws in Burlington

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, March 22nd at 802bws in Burlington, VT. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at Granby Liquor Store in Granby, MA

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, April 19th at the Granby Liquor Store in Granby, MA. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at Route 110 Liquors in Amesbury, MA

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, May 10th at Route 110 Liquors in Amesbury, MA. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:00pm-6:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at Maximum Beverage in Farmington, CT

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, May 10th at the Maximum Beverage in Farmington, CT. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:00pm-7:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

MRD Tasting at Village Cork & Keg in Granby, CT

Join Mad River Distillers on Friday, April 26th at the Village Cork & Keg in Granby, CT. There will be complimentary tastings from our line of spirits between 4:30pm-7:00pm. Feel free to ask questions! Bottles will be available for purchase.

By in Cocktails, Vanilla Rum Comments Off on Thin Mint

Thin Mint

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Thin Mint


  • Author: Mad River Distillers
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

A chocolate and mint flavored cocktail made with Vanilla Rum that would make an ideal St. Patrick’s Day treat.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 oz. of Vanilla Rum
  • 1.5 oz. of Creme de Cacao
  • 3/4 oz. of Green Creme de Menthe
  • 1 splash of Irish Cream
  • 3 oz. of half of half

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine all ingredients.
  2. Add ice, then shake well.
  3. Strain into a coupe glass, then grate chocolate over the top. You can also add a thin mint cookie as garnish.

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By in Blog Comments Off on Manhattan Riff Recipes

Manhattan Riff Recipes

The Manhattan cocktail is one of the most famous cocktails in the world. It is believed that this simple but flavorful cocktail was created in New York between the 1860’s and 1870’s. As a “modern cocktail,” the introduction of sweet vermouth turned the Old Fashioned into something entirely new. Typically made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters and a cherry garnish, the Manhattan is so popular that a wide number of riffs have been created in its honor.

If you aren’t familiar with the term “riff,” it refers to the addition, substitution or adjustment of ingredients or amounts in a cocktail in order to create something new. Each Monday in the month of February, we’re offering a favorite Manhattan variation at our Burlington Tasting Room. We’re also sharing recipes for a variety of these recipes with you here, so you can mix things up during cocktail hour at home.

Manhattan Riff Cocktail Recipes:

BROOKLYN
Ingredients:

-2 oz. of Revolution Rye
-1 oz. of Dolin Dry Vermouth
-1/2 oz. of Bigallet China China
-1/4 oz. of Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice, and stir for about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.

TORONTO
Ingredients:
-2 oz. of Burnt Rock Bourbon
-1/4 oz. of Fernet Branca
-1/4 oz. of  simple syrup
-2 dashes of Angostura bitters

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice, and stir for about 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Express an orange peel over the glass, then add as a garnish.

SPANISH MANHATTAN
Ingredients:

-1 oz. of PX Rum
-1 oz. of Carpano Antica
-1/2 oz. of Nocino Liqueur
-1/2 oz. of Fino Sherry
-5 dashes orange bitters

Directions:
To make, combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a chilled coupe glass. Express an orange peel over the top, then rub around the rim of the glass and discard.

VEIUX CARRE
Ingredients:
-1 oz. of Revolution Rye
-3/4 oz. of Cognac
-3/4 oz. of Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
-1/4 oz. of Benedictine
-2 dashes of Angostura Bitters
-2 dashes of Peychauds Bitters

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir will for 30 seconds, then strain and serve up in a coupe glass. Add a Luxardo cherry for garnish.

LA LOUISIANE
Ingredients:
-1 oz. of Revolution Rye or Straight Bourbon
-1 oz. of Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
-1 oz. of Benedictine
-3 dashes Peychauds Bitters
-scant barspoon of Absinthe

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 15-30 seconds, then strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.

PALMETTO
Ingredients:
-1.5 oz. of PX Rum
-1/2 oz. of Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
-1/2 oz. of Amaro Averna
-1/2 oz. of Cocchi di Torino

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir briefly, then strain contents into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.

To make your own cocktail riff, all you need to do is swap one ingredient for a similar substitute, or experiment with changing the amounts of each ingredient. For example, you can substitute Straight Bourbon for Burnt Rock Bourbon, Revolution Rye or even a rum. Likewise, if a recipe calls for 2 ounces of whiskey and 1 ounce of sweet vermouth, you can create a variation by adjusting the ounces of each ingredient. The flavor can also change just by experimenting with different bitters. 

At our Burlington Tasting Room, we often experiment with spirits, liqueurs, bitters and syrups to create new cocktails. Of course, we aren’t the only ones coming up with new recipes, so we also often feature popular riffs like the Brooklyn and Vieux Carre above. Do you have a favorite Manhattan recipe? If you’ve come up with a unique Manhattan riff of your own, we’d love to hear it. Share your creation and tag us on social! Cheers!

By in Blog Comments Off on 2024 Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes

2024 Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes

It’s the holiday of love, and if you love a cocktail, then you’ve come to the right place because we’ve compiled a fresh list of beautiful and tasty cocktails to enjoy as part of your Valentine’s Day celebrations this year. Our friend Jake Bruns created and shared eight new recipes incorporating our spirits, including our Rum 44, Vanilla Rum, PX Rum, Straight Bourbon, and Revolution Rye Whiskey. Romantic in color and in flavor, there is something here for everyone.

MAD PINK LADY
Ingredients:

-1.5 oz. of Rum 44
-1/2 oz. of Mad Apple
-3/4 oz. of fresh  lemon juice
-1/4 oz. of Grenadine
-1 egg white
-3 dashes of Bittercube Bolivar Bitters

Directions:
Add all ingredients except bitters to a shaker and vigorously dry shake. Add ice and shake again until well chilled. Strain into coupe. Float bitters on top.

BETWEEN THE SHEETS
Ingredients:
-3/4 oz. of Straight Bourbon
-3/4 oz. of Monteru Sauternes Cask
-3/4 oz. of Fernando Orange Curaçao
-3/4 oz. of fresh lemon juice

Directions:
Add all ingredients to a shaker. Shake until well chilled, then strain into a coupe. Flame an orange peel, then express oils over the cocktail and garnish with the peel.

BITTER HEART
Ingredients:

-2 oz. of Vanilla Rum
-3/4 oz. of Galliano Aperitivo
-3/4 oz. of fresh lime juice
-3/4 oz. of simple syrup
-2 Strawberries

Directions:
Muddle strawberries with sugar in a shaker. Add the rest of the ingredients and shake with ice. Strain into a chilled glass and garnish with a fresh strawberry.

BRÛLÉED BANANA BOULEVARDIER
Ingredients:
-1.5 oz. of Straight Bourbon
-3/4 oz. of Contratto Bitter
-1/2 oz. of Combier Banana
-3/4 oz. of Lustau Amontillado
-Brûléed banana slice

Directions:
Combine all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice. Stir until cold. Pour over large cube in a rocks glass. Garnish with a brûléed banana slice.

PXOXO
Ingredients:
-2 oz. of PX Rum
-1/2 oz. of orange smoked cinnamon oleo saccharum
-3 dashes of Bittercube Blackstrap bitters

Directions:
Stir with ice in a mixing glass until well chilled. Strain over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange swath and cinnamon stick.

VERMONT VIOLETTE
Ingredients:
-1 oz. of Rum 44
-1/2 oz. of Rothman & Winter Violette
-1/2 oz. of fresh lemon juice
-1 oz. of Lambrusco

Directions:
Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled and strain into a coupe. Garnish with a lemon swath.

CHOCOLATE REVOLUTION
Ingredients:
-1 oz. of Revolution Rye
-1 oz. of Chocolat deluxe chocolate liqueur
-1 oz. of crème de cocoa
-1/2 oz. of half & half
-2 dashes of chocolate bitters

Directions:
Add all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with shaved or grated chocolate.

GREEN WITH ENVY
Ingredients:
-1 oz. of Rum 44
-3/4 oz. of Green Chartreuse
-1 oz. of fresh lime juice
-3/4 oz. of simple syrup
-Pinch of salt

Directions:
Add all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled and strain into glass.

We hope you found the perfect recipe here to make for the special someone in your life, even if that special someone is you! If you live locally, stop into one of our Tasting Rooms to stock up on our spirits. For other supplies like grenadine, simple syrup and bitters, our Burlington Tasting Room has you covered. You can even find large ice molds and glassware (which also make great gifts). 

Be sure to tag us @madriverdistillers if you make any of the cocktails above. We’d love to see your favorites!


Recipe content by Jake Bruns. Written and published by Brianne Lucas on February 5, 2024.

By in Cocktails, Revolution Rye Comments Off on Biglietto

Biglietto

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Biglietto


  • Author: Mad River Distillers
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

A Manhattan riff that combines Revolution Rye with Linchpin Aperitivo (or Aperol), Bigallet China China and Luxardo Maraschino.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 oz. of Revolution Rye
  • 1.5 oz. of Linchpin Aperitivo (or Aperol)
  • 1/2 oz. of Bigallet China China
  • 1/4 oz. of Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass.
  2. Add ice, then stir for 15-30 seconds until well chilled.
  3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  4. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.

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By in Cocktails, RUM 44 Comments Off on Green With Envy

Green With Envy

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Green With Envy


  • Author: Jake Bruns for Mad River Distillers
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x

Description

A simple but bright and herbal cocktail combining Rum 44 with Green Chartreuse, lime juice, simple syrup and a pinch of salt.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 oz. of Rum 44
  • 3/4 oz. of Green Chartreuse
  • 1 oz. of fresh lime juice
  • 3/4 oz. of simple syrup
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake until well chilled and strain into glass.

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