Blueberry Smash Highball
A refreshingly smooth summer sipper made with a blueberry infused Rum 44, Fernet Vexia and Alice & The Magician’s Guinep soda.
Straight Bourbon-Poached Peaches
Try this Straight Bourbon-Poached Peaches recipe for a sweet and boozy treat. Add it over ice cream, or to your favorite cocktail!
July 4th Jello Shots
Add to your July 4th festivities is by serving up some red, white and blue boozy jello shots, made using our versatile Rum 44.
How to Make Orange Liqueur Using Our Rum 44
There are a variety of orange liqueurs you can purchase but if you’re interested in making your own, here is a recipe using our Rum 44.
Linchpin Daiquiri
A riff on a white rum daiquiri utilizing our First Run Rum and Linchpin Aperitivo, as well as Wood’s Rum Barrel Aged Maple Syrup.
Four Cider Cocktails To Try This Season
Here we share four of our favorite cider cocktail recipes using Revolution Rye and Maple Cask Rum to make from home this season.
Rye Cider Spritz
Combining Revolution Rye with Vermont-made Linchpin (or Aperol), ciders and bitters, this is sure to be a new favorite summertime refresher.
Travel Inspired Cocktail Recipes
Here we share a handful of Mad River Distillers cocktail recipes inspired by our travels and far away places.
Coconut Fizz
The Pina Colada was invented in Puerto Rico. This cocktail is a riff on the popular drink, using our Vanilla Rum.
Dalat Gardens
This cocktail was inspired by Gragen Cook’s trip to Vietnam, and his discovery of Tamarind while there. Here, Gragen incorporates the flavors of Tamarind into a cocktail recipe featuring our Revolution Rye.
Bubbles, Brews, and Views at Shore Acres
Join us on the South Lawn at the beautiful Shore Acres Restaurant and Inn for this tasting event featuring over 15 local breweries, cideries, distilleries, and wineries!
Winners at the 2023 Ascot Awards
At this year's Ascot Awards, our Rum 44 received a gold award and our Burnt Rock Bourbon received a platinum award.
Winners at the 2023 WSWA Wine & Spirits Tasting Competition
Mad River Distillers craft spirits received gold and silver medals at this year's WSWA Wine & Spirits Tasting Competition.
Blueberry Festival at the Apple Barn Country Store
Find us at the Blueberry Festival at the Apple Barn Country Bake Shop in Bennington, VT on Saturday, July 29 from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (EDT). There will be a variety of vendors, food trucks, live music, and activities for all celebrating everything blueberry!
Spring Fling
Perfect for the spring season, this highball cocktail is made using our First Run Rum and a cinnamon and strawberry infused Aperol.
Winners at the 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Mad River Distillers craft spirits received a gold and bronze medal at this year's San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
2023 Burlington Wine & Food Festival
Find us at the 2023 Burlington Wine & Food Festival at HULA Lakeside on Saturday, June 24th. Two sessions are being offered, from 12:30pm-3:30pm and from 5:00pm-8:00pm. The ticket includes tastings of world-class wines and spirits, samples from local artisan food producers, creations from Vermont's most talented chefs, live jazz music throughout the event, and enlightening and fun seminars.
Downtown Rutland Sip + Shop
Join Mad River Distillers on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Rutland, VT for the Spring 2023 Rutland Downtown Sip and Shop! Complimentary tastings between 5:00-8:00pm at Euphoric Hair Experience. This is a 21+event; all attendees must provide photo proof of age. Tickets are $25 and include a tasting glass.
Vanilla Sazerac
If you’re a fan of Sazerac’s, this cocktail will pleasantly surprise you, because instead of using a traditional rye whiskey, we use our Vanilla Rum.
Charred Pineapple Daiquiri
There are two steps you need to take to prepare for this cocktail. First, you need to infuse a bottle of Rum 44 with pineapple. Second, you need to create a charred pineapple syrup. Trust us, the effort is worth it.
