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This time of year, when it’s finally warming up enough to say “so long” to long sleeves, we’re reminded of the song by Circa Waves, “T-shirt weather.” We’re always pumped to put on some cozy tees, and we’ve got a fresh selection in stock at our Burlington Tasting Room, so pop in this weekend and pick up a favorite, or order one online.

#tshirtweather #craftdistiller #craftdistillery #jointheryevolution #vermontmade #drinklocalvt #burlingtonvt #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers

This is My Hillbilly Hog Tai, a very tasty spin on a Mai Tai featuring our First Run Rum, Apricot Liqueur, Triple Sec and orange and pineapple juices, courtesy of our friends over at @fireflysbbq in Marlborough, MA. Go for the BBQ, but be sure you stay for this drink!

#firstrunrum #rumcocktails #fireflysBBQ #craftcocktail #cocktailrecipe #maitaicocktails #craftdistiller #madriverdistillers

For National Amaretto Day, a day that celebrates the sweet, Italian almond-flavored liqueur, we are sharing our Ginger Cookie cocktail recipe. This is a great cocktail to serve around the holidays, but really, it’s a slightly sweet post-dinner drink that can be enjoyed any time.

GINGER COOKIE
Ingredients:
👉1/4 oz. Disaronno amaretto
👉2 oz. Vanilla Rum
👉1 oz. Dolin Dry Vermouth
👉1/4 oz. Ginger syrup
👉2 dashes Fee Brothers Black Walnut Bitters
👉2 dashes Bokers Cardamom and Citrus Peel Bitters

To make, combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, and stir well. Strain into a small stem glass. Top the rim with a gingerbread cookie as garnish, and enjoy!

#nationalamarettoday #gingercookiecocktail #vanillarum #rumcocktails #craftcocktail #cocktailrecipe #cocktailsathome #drinkvt #madeinvt #craftdistiller #madriverdistillers

Stop into our Burlington Tasting Room on Monday (4/22) to order a cocktail or purchase a bottle of our spirits. For every cocktail or bottle purchased, we’ll once again donate $1 to 1% for the Planet, an organization that helps fund environmental organizations collectively working to solve the problems on earth.

While you’re at our Tasting Room, for one day only, order our beautiful and earthy Arugula Daiquiri, made with Rum 44, house arugula syrup and fresh lime juice.

#earthday2024 #onepercentfortheplanet #greenuptheplanet #planetearth #burlingtontastingroom #802vt #btv #madeinvt #craftdistillery #madriverdistillers

It’s tax day. We know, it’s hard. But luckily, our Tasting Room is open, so we can commiserate together over a tasty cocktail like our Passionfruit & Hibiscus Daiquiri, made with 2 oz. of Hibiscus-infused Rum 44, 1 oz. of fresh lime juice, and 1 oz. of Liber & Co Passionfruit syrup. Just shake, strain, and give 20% to the government. 😉

#taxday #cocktailtime #madriverdistillers #burlingtontastingroom #craftcocktails #rumcocktail #passionfruitdaiquiri #liberandco

Meet Mo Horan, our On-Premise Sales Manager for Massachusetts and Connecticut!

Mo isn’t new to Mad River Distillers, who worked with us previously in 2017. With a proven track record in the beverage industry (gaining valuable experience with Fever Tree and Tanteo Tequila), and her expertise in sales strategy, customer relations, and market penetration, we’re very excited to welcome Mo back to our leadership team. 👏🙌

#meettheteam #craftdistillery #craftspirits #bostondrinks #vermontmade #drinklocalvt #madriverdistillers

Limited-Edition Alert! We have a VERY special bottle on shelf at our Burlington Tasting Room RIGHT NOW.

If there`s one thing we love just as much as rum and whiskey, it`s snacking. One of our favorites around the distillery is tortilla chips and salsa, which got us thinking. What if we added salsa and corn tortilla chips to our whiskey? Well, we had to try it, and the result is beyond compare.

Made with 70% corn tortilla chips, 20% rye, 5% malt and 5% salsa, our Salsa Whiskey has a wonderful deep and rich aroma of Vermont-made corn tortilla chips, garlic smokiness on the palate, and a smooth tomato aromatic finish with a jalapeno kick! It`s like snacking and sipping at the same time!

Be sure to stop into our Burlington Tasting Room RIGHT AWAY as there is only 1 bottle available. 😉

#aprilfools #salsawhiskey #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers

International Whiskey Day is 3/27, and if you’re a whiskey fan, then listen up… because Wednesday is a great chance to stock up on our whiskey at a special price!

Save 25% on our whiskey spirits when you purchase a combo pack of our Straight Bourbon (200mL), Revolution Rye (200mL) and Burnt Rock Bourbon (375mL):

🥃 STRAIGHT BOURBON - our award-winning Vermont version of the classic American spirit, with a deep and rich aroma of Vermont-grown corn, smokiness on the palate and a smooth aromatic finish.

🥃 REVOLUTION RYE - our most awarded spirit, carefully fermented from local and organic rye. It is earthy and peppery, and the chocolate malted rye lends a cocoa richness and finish.

🥃 BURNT ROCK BOURBON - for this popular and unique bourbon, we smoke barley over maple wood and add it to a bourbon mash. It explodes with flavor, spice, and a touch of smoke.

This special is for one day only, and it is only available at our Burlington Tasting Room, so be sure to stop in during normal business hours (12pm-6pm)!

#internationalwhiskeyday #whiskeyspecial #madriverdistillers #craftspirits #revolutionrye #burntrockbourbon #straightbourbon #burlingtonvt #burlingtontastingroom

Mark your calendars and join us at our Burlington Tasting Room for Solar Eclipse Sips & Eats! With extended hours through the week, we`ll have a variety of drinks and snacks on-hand to see you through totality.

🥃 On Sunday, April 7th (11am-8pm): @onlycannolivt will be in our shop, with special (and incredibly delicious) cannoli`s available for purchase. We`ll have special eclipse cocktails available, including a drink collaboration with @vtjuiceco!

🥃 On Monday, April 8th (11am-8pm): In addition to our cocktail collaboration with VT Juice Co, we`ll have a cocktail flight special, tasting flights, and to-go snack boxes!

Our retail section will be open as usual for any beverages or supplies you need. We look forward to celebrating this rare solar event with all of you!

#eclipsesips #vermonteclipse #vermontmade #burlingtonvt #onlycannoli #vtjuiceco #burlingtontastingroom

It’s the start of a new, warmer and brighter season! ☀️ That means it’s time for a new cocktail guide!

Sign up for our emails and you’ll receive a PDF of our Spring & Summer cocktail guide, as well as a free tasting at our Burlington Tasting Room. Link in bio!

#springcocktails #summercocktails #whatsinyourglass #cocktailrecipe #craftcocktails #cocktailsforyou #cocktailsathome #vermontmade #drinklocalvt #drinklocalbooze #craftdistillery #madriverdistillers #burlingtonvt

Spring is finally here on Tuesday, and to kick off the start of this beautiful new season, we’re sharing this Strawberry Smash cocktail recipe, made with our Rum 44.

STRAWBERRY SMASH–
> 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 @runamokmaple Grenadine
> Club soda

To make this bright and aromatic cocktail, add strawberries and basil to a mixing glass, and muddle together well. Squeeze in the juice of one lemon, and 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.

#strawberrysmash #springcocktail #Rum44 #runamokmaplegrenadine #rumcocktails #cocktailsforyou #cocktailsathome #craftdistiller #craftspirits #madriverdistillers

Whether you’re hosting a party and need an iconic green drink, or looking for a cocktail that combines your love of both stout and whiskey, we’ve got a variety of St. Patrick’s Day cocktail recipes you can prepare right at home this March 17th. See link in bio!

#stpatricksdaycocktails #greencocktails #craftcocktails #craftspirits #madriverdistillers #cocktailsathome #cocktailsforyou

This cocktail smells soooo good. But, it also tastes delicious! It’s a Rosemary Rum Old Fashioned, made with our First Run Rum, rosemary simple syrup and Crude Rizzo bitters. Want to make this one from home? Follow our recipe below!

ROSEMARY RUM OLD FASHIONED --

🥃 Take one sprig of rosemary and infuse into a bottle of First Run Rum for a couple days.

🥃 To make a rosemary simple syrup, heat 1 cup of water to just under a boil, stir in one cup of sugar until dissolved, then add one sprig of rosemary. Let the simple syrup cool, to room temperature, then remove the rosemary.

🥃 To make the cocktail, combine 2 oz. of rosemary-infused First Run Rum, ½ oz. of rosemary simple syrup, 2 dashes of Crude Rizzo Bitters (or Angostura Bitters) in a mixing glass with ice.

🥃 Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist and a fresh sprig of rosemary.

Be sure to give the rosemary a quick slap to release the aromatics before adding it to your glass! Cheers!

#rosemarycocktail #rumoldfashioned #oldfashionedrecipe #rosemaryrum #rumcocktails #FirstRunRum #cocktailsforyou #cocktailsathome #craftdistiller #craftspirits #madriverdistillers

Start the new week off with a bang! Or, some pops, rather.

Monday’s don’t have to be boring. This cocktail will perk you up with each pop, thanks to its Pop Rock candy coated rim.

To try this at home:
👉 Take one packet of Pop Rock candy and crush the candy into small pieces. Place the crushed candy on a plate.
👉 Dip the rim of a highball glass into water, then into the crushed candies.
👉 Fill the glass with ice, then add 1.5 oz. of Rum 44. Top with soda water.
👉 For garnish, add a rock candy stick in the same color as the Pop Rock candy. Swirl it in the cocktail several times to add some color.

This is a sweet and fun cocktail, but if you prefer your drinks a little less sweet, add a splash of citrus to the highball. Enjoy!

#funcocktails #poprockcocktail #Rum44 #rumcocktails #cocktailsforyou #cocktailsathome #madriverdistillers

Avast ye hearties. This here is the Bloody Pirate, shared by our friends Sal DeMiaio and Lorien Baker at Pasta Beach in Providence, RI. Made with our Rum 44, orange liqueur, blood orange juice, fresh lime juice, simple syrup and tiki bitters, this is about as tropical as a winter cocktail gets. 🦜

#bloodypiratecocktail #Rum44 #pastabeachprovidence #rumcocktails #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #madriverdistillers

There`s nothing more revolutionary than exercising your right to vote. On Town Meeting Day, cast your vote, then do the #ryevolutionary thing all week at our Burlington Tasting Room!

From 3/6-3/10, we`re offering Revolution Rye cocktails and Mad River Distillers flasks for just $10 when you show us your "I VOTED" sticker. We`ll throw in a free MRD sticker as well. Cheers!

#townmeetingday #getoutandvote #revolutionary #ryevolutionary #jointheryevolution #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers

For week #4 of our Manhattan riff recipe share, we’re bringing you a Black Walnut Manhattan made with our Straight Bourbon! You can try one from home following our recipe below, or stop into our Burlington Tasting Room Monday or Wednesday-Sunday to order one from our bar.

BLACK WALNUT MANHATTAN
Ingredients:
-2 oz. of Straight Bourbon
-1 oz. of Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
-1 dash of Angostura bitters
-2-3 dashes of @sipstrongwater Black Walnut Bitters

To make, combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry, and enjoy!

#manhattancocktail #manhattanriff #blackwalnutmanhattan #StraightBourbon #manhattanrecipes #cocktailrecipes #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #carpanoantica #strongwaterbitters

It’s not every day you hear “caramel” in a cocktail name! This Mad Caramel Apple Mule was created by Eric Shapiro, General Manager of @thebeachhouseri in Bristol, Rhode Island. Like a typical mule cocktail, this includes ginger beer, but also local cider, SOL Salted Caramel, and our Mad Apple. 🤤

Eric takes pride in incorporating quality, fresh and local products into his cocktail program, and we’re proud to be included in his offerings.

#madcaramelapplemule #madapple #thebeachhouseri #cocktailrecipes #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #madriverdistillers

Supporting our local businesses has always been important to us. In 2023, our purchase of the locally grown malt and grains used in our spirits supported 69 acres of northeast farmland, a substantial increase from last year. Since we began working with @valleymalt in 2014, we have supported a total of 230 acres. We are proud to work with Valley Malt, and to help sustain so many acres of farmland in the region.

#valleymalt #supportlocal #supportfarmland #northeastfarmland #craftspirits #drinkvt #madeinvt #madrivervalley #craftdistillers #madriverdistillers

For week #3 of our Manhattan riff recipe share, we’re bringing you a Spanish Manhattan made with our PX Rum! You can try one from home following our recipe below, or stop into our Burlington Tasting Room Monday through Sunday to order one from our bar.

SPANISH MANHATTAN
Ingredients:
-2 oz. of PX Rum
-1 oz. of Fot-Li Spanish Vermut
-4-6 dashes Dr Adams Spanish Bitters

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, then discard. Enjoy!

#manhattancocktail #manhattanriff #spanishmanhattan #pxrum #rumrecipes #cocktailrecipes #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #carpanoantica #nocinoliqueur #finosherry

On Monday (President’s Day), we celebrate the birth of President George Washington—our very first president who graces the front of every $1 bill in circulation, and whose image was carved into the Black Hills of South Dakota. Yes, we’re referring to the colossal Shrine of Democracy sculpture on Mount Rushmore!

In honor of our first President, on Monday we’ll be serving up a special cocktail at our Burlington Tasting Room, the Mad Mount Rushmore. If you aren’t able to stop in, see below for our recipe so you can make one at home.

MAD MOUNT RUSHMORE
-1 oz. of Straight Bourbon
-1 oz. of Amaro
-1 oz. of Sherry
-¼ oz. of Coffee Liquor

To make, combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube, and enjoy!

#presidentsdaycocktail #mountrushmorecocktail #madmountrushmore #StraightBourbon #bourboncocktails #craftcocktail #whatsinyourglass #cocktailrecipe #cocktailsforyou #cocktailsathome #drinkvt #madeinvt #craftdistiller #madriverdistillers #burlingtontastingroom

For week #2 of our Manhattan riff recipe share, we’re bringing you a Toronto made with our Burnt Rock Bourbon! You can try one from home following our recipe below, or stop into our Burlington Tasting Room Monday through Sunday to order one from our bar.

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

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.

#manhattancocktail #manhattanriff #torontococktail #burntrockbourbon #cocktailrecipes #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #fernetbranca #angosturabitters

The big game is this Sunday! You may have your snacks all figured out already, but what about the drinks? Pop into our Burlington Tasting Room on Sunday for a special pre-game cocktail, the Fox Trot (we’re open until 6pm). We’re sharing this cocktail recipe below too, because it makes a great party punch to serve a crowd!

FOX TROT
To make 1 cocktail: combine 2 oz. of Straight Bourbon, 1 oz. of fresh lime juice and 1 oz. of Falernum in a shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain over ice and garnish with a lime wheel.

To make a party punch that serves 12: combine 1 Bottle of Straight Bourbon, 12 oz. of fresh lime juice, 12 oz. of Falernum (or Orgeat) and 12 oz. of water in a large pitcher. Stir all ingredients until frothy, then add rinsed and cut lime wheels to the pitcher.

#pregamecocktail #biggamecocktail #foxtrotcocktail #straightbourbon #craftcocktails #cocktailsforyou #craftspirits #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #burlingtonvt #localvt

Switch up your usual Valentine`s Day plans on 2/14, and sign up for our Love & Libations Cocktail Class! Bring your partner, bestie, buddy or favorite wingman for a session of sipping and skill-building.

Whether you`re celebrating friendship or coupledom, together you`ll master the art of 3 fabulous cocktails, then enjoy them along with a cheese or vegan board. You`ll also receive sweet deals on barware in our retail section.

Space is limited! See link in bio to make a reservation.

#valentinesplans #cocktailclass #loveandlibations #craftcocktails #cocktailsforyou #craftspirits #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #burlingtonvt #localvt

One of the world’s most famous cocktails—the Manhattan—is a simple and flavorful combination of whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters and a cherry garnish. It’s so popular that a wide variety of riffs have been created in its honor.

Each Monday through the month of February, we’ll share a favorite Manhattan riff recipe with you. We’ll also be featuring that cocktail on our Burlington Tasting Room menu for the week.

This week’s featured Manhattan riff? A Brooklyn!

BROOKLYN
Ingredients:
-2 oz. of Revolution Rye
-1 oz. of Dolin Dry Vermouth
-½ oz. of Bigallet China China
-¼ oz. of Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur

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, and enjoy!

#manhattancocktail #manhattanriff #brooklyncocktail #revolutionrye #jointheryevolution #cocktailrecipes #craftcocktail #craftspirits #cocktailsforyou #burlingtontastingroom #madriverdistillers #dolindryvermouth #bigalletchinachina #luxardomaraschino

In a recent visit to @deuxave in Boston, bartender Chris O’Neill served us a Trees in the Valley cocktail made with our Straight Bourbon. He was kind enough to share the recipe with us so you can make this very tasty cocktail at home. But, we highly encourage a visit for the drinks and incredible eats.

TREES IN THE VALLEY
🥃 2 oz. of Mad River Distillers Straight Bourbon
🥃 1 oz. of Wildmoon Birch Liqueur
🥃 ½ oz. of Lustau Oloroso Sherry
🥃 2 dashes of Orange Bitters.

To make this cocktail, combine ingredients in a mixing glass with ice, stir well, then strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Add an orange twist for garnish. Enjoy!

@readysetwasted #deuxave #bostondrinks #bourboncocktails #straightbourbon #craftcocktails #cocktailsforyou #cocktailrecipe #wildmoonbirchliqueur #lustausherry #craftdistiller #madriverdistillers

Our Burnt Rock Bourbon will be featured in @thecraftycask’s February SipScout Kit! This Bourbon & Chocolate kit will include 5 other craft bourbons, as well as chocolate pairings for each. Plus, there will be a virtual tasting on February 15th, making this a great gift and date night for your Valentine.

To order your own SipScout Kit, visit the link in our bio. Supplies are limited, and the last day to order is January 31st. Cheers!

#thecraftycask #SipScout #BurntRockBourbon #craftbourbon #craftdistillery #craftspirits #bourbontasting #newengland #vermontmade #drinklocalvt #madriverdistillers

Meet Jay Needleman, one of the Sales Representatives and Account Managers for Mad River Distillers. 👋

Jay`s focus is on meeting and educating. On any given day, he may meet with buyers or conduct a consumer tasting event, where he showcases our spirits and educates on the quality of our distilling process. A social, passionate, easygoing, funny and thoughtful person, we consider ourselves lucky to have Jay on the team.

What’s his favorite Mad River cocktail? A daiquiri made with Vanilla Rum, lime juice and simple syrup!

#meettheteam #craftdistillery #craftspirits #newengland #vermontmade #drinklocalvt #madriverdistillers