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Summer’s Here
Summer IS here, and we’re kicking off the official season of cocktails on the porch or patio with a delightful, customizable sipper. Feel free to modify this one based on what you have on hand – just note that the color of the drink will vary depending on what kind of berries you use. Summer’s […] Source
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Book Club Books – Running List
Here is the running list of books we’ve read/plan to read in our Boozy Book Club: 2026: January: West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge February: Table for Two by Amor Towles March: Rosalind Franklin, The Dark Lady of DNA by Brenda Maddox April: Ham on Rye by Charles Bukowski May: skipped June: On the Road by […] Source
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Holiday Weekend Cocktails
As we head toward Memorial Day weekend 2026, we’re hoping for nice weather and dreaming of sipping cocktails on our patio. Here are a few things we’ll be sipping while we barbecue something delicious: Classic Smash Simple, delicious & easy to make in bulk! This one can be made with either our Bourbon or our […] Source
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Malabar Gimlet Revisited
We’ve done variations on this cocktail over the years, and the one we’ve been making this year is my new favorite. It was one of the most popular drinks on our last cocktail menu, so I think a few people agree with me! Simple, classic, layered, bright…. and a little bit boozy. What more could […] Source
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Whisky Business
Our featured cocktail for April uses our brand new American Single Malt Whisky, and highlights its deliciously soft, fruity character, matching it with some spice and floral tones and the delicate texture that egg white provides. It’s basically a riff on a classic whiskey sour, with a few twists. Enjoy! Whisky Business 1-1/2 oz NS […] Source
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Whisky Business
Our featured cocktail for April uses our brand new American Single Malt Whisky, and highlights its deliciously soft, fruity character, matching it with some spice and floral tones and the delicate texture that egg white provides. It’s basically a riff on a classic whiskey sour, with a few twists. Enjoy! Whisky Business 1-1/2 oz NS […] Source
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Mum’s the Word
This herbaceous, nuanced cocktail is a new favorite around here, at least among those of us who like rich herbal spirits like our Sirene Absinthe Verte and White Amaro. While very flavorful, this cocktail is not that boozy — dry vermouth is the main ingredient, but the absinthe and amaro add rich dimension to this delicious […] Source
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Mum’s the Word
This herbaceous, nuanced cocktail is a new favorite around here, at least among those of us who like rich herbal spirits like our Sirene Absinthe Verte and White Amaro. While very flavorful, this cocktail is not that boozy — dry vermouth is the main ingredient, but the absinthe and amaro add rich dimension to this delicious […] Source
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Adult Easter Egg Hunt Rules
Ground rules for our 5th Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt: Day/Time and Entries The hunt will begin at 4:00 pm on Saturday 4/4/26, and all hunters must begin their search by 4:45 pm or be disqualified. The Hunt ends at 5:15 pm. The hunt will be limited to 44 participants total, and participants must purchase […] Source
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Adult Easter Egg Hunt Rules
Ground rules for our 5th Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt: Day/Time and Entries The hunt will begin at 4:00 pm on Saturday 4/4/26, and all hunters must begin their search by 4:45 pm or be disqualified. The Hunt ends at 5:15 pm. The hunt will be limited to 44 participants total, and participants must purchase […] Source
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Grape Escape
Man oh man, we’re having a real winter this year, it is cold and snowy every day! So we chose a fruity, fun, frothy drink for our February featured cocktail. We might not be going to an actual beach anytime soon, but we can pretend a little with this one. And, it takes me back […] Source
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Grape Escape
Man oh man, we’re having a real winter this year, it is cold and snowy every day! So we chose a fruity, fun, frothy drink for our February featured cocktail. We might not be going to an actual beach anytime soon, but we can pretend a little with this one. And, it takes me back […] Source
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Hot Drinks for the Soul
With the cold weather outside and the troubling headlines on the news each day, we find ourselves looking for something to warm us up and ease our minds a bit. Here are two new hot drinks we’re featuring at our tasting room right now, which you can make at home too: North Shore Toddy Our […] Source
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Hot Drinks for the Soul
With the cold weather outside and the troubling headlines on the news each day, we find ourselves looking for something to warm us up and ease our minds a bit. Here are two new hot drinks we’re featuring at our tasting room right now, which you can make at home too: North Shore Toddy Our […] Source
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The Vesper
The Vesper This first mention of this cocktail was actually in a book – Casino Royale by Ian Fleming. It is named for James Bond’s lady friend in the book, Vesper Lynd. She was born on a “very stormy evening” and given the name Vesper, which is Latin for “evening.” Since she double crossed Bond […] Source
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The Vesper
The Vesper This first mention of this cocktail was actually in a book – Casino Royale by Ian Fleming. It is named for James Bond’s lady friend in the book, Vesper Lynd. She was born on a “very stormy evening” and given the name Vesper, which is Latin for “evening.” Since she double crossed Bond […] Source
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Holiday Sing-a-Long Songs 2025
Here’s the playlist for the sing-a-long tonight, with links to the lyrics for each song: #1 – Frosty the Snowman by the Cranberry Singers #2 – Here we Come a-Caroling/We Wish You A Merry Christmas by Perry Como #3 – The Twelve Days Of Christmas by Mitch Miller & the Gang #4 – Deck The Halls […] Source
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Favorite Holiday Cocktails for 2025
As we’re putting the finishing touches on our holiday plans, we have been savoring some delicious cocktails. We wanted to share a few of our absolute favorites this year, in the hopes they’ll inspire you as well. Rosemary 75 This one is food-friendly, festive & celebratory. 1-1/2 oz North Shore Gin No. 6 1/4 oz […] Source
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Feeling Toasty
With the cold weather outside and the holidays fast approaching, we find ourselves turning toward more spirited cocktails with rich, sippable profiles. This month’s featured cocktail fits that bill perfectly. It calls for a somewhat hard-to-get bitters, but they definitely make the cocktail if you can find them! Feeling Toasty 2 oz North Shore Bourbon […] Source
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Favorite Thanksgiving Cocktails
Here are some cocktails we’re excited about this year for Thanksgiving! They use a variety of flavors and spirits, each adding something interesting to your holiday celebrations. Enjoy! Two Turtle Doves 2 oz North Shore Gin No. 11 ¾ oz Fresh Lemon ¾ oz Rosemary Simple 1¼ oz 100% Pear Juice (we use Knudsen brand) […] Source