We recently went on a weekend getaway to Mansfield, OH, and I couldn't believe how much there was to do there! Mansfield is such a hidden gem that is just three hours from Indianapolis. One major attraction we were really excited for was the Shawshank Trail, which includes a ton of stops around the area... Continue Reading →
Ever since my last Kentucky Bourbon Trail trip in 2019, I've been itching to go back and visit more distilleries! We've been a couple of times and stayed in downtown Louisville. But this time, Bardstown made much more sense because so many of the distilleries are located right there. Bardstown, KY is the bourbon capital... Continue Reading →
I attended the soft opening for The Oakmont this past weekend, and I was very impressed! The Oakmont is a brand new cocktail bar and restaurant on Mass Ave that just took over the old Krueger’s Tavern location. The front door is just around the corner behind The Eagle on Mass Ave. It’s hard to... Continue Reading →
Ever since it's grand opening at the beginning of the year The Garage Food Hall in the Bottleworks District has been the talk of the town. The main reason for this is it's unique concept that includes a variety of great restaurants, drink spots, shops, and places to hang out in a casual and relaxed... Continue Reading →
The January blues hit pretty hard this year, and I knew planning a little getaway would help get me out of the slump I had been in. I've never been a huge fan of flowers, jewelry, or fancy gift-giving for Valentine's Day which got me thinking. I've always liked the idea of taking a trip... Continue Reading →
Staying in for Valentine’s Day this year and in need of a DIY cocktail to make for your valentine? This Strawberry Mimosa could not be easier to make! It’s perfect for a date night at home and pairs so well with a box of chocolates. Ingredients (makes 4 mimosas): Homemade strawberry juice (2 cups chopped... Continue Reading →
Anyone that knows me knows I am a huge fan of all things festive. That means during the holiday season my diet consists of cookies, eggnog, and of course, hot chocolate. A couple years ago I shared my go-to slow cooker hot chocolate recipe for a crowd, but this year I wanted to spice spike... Continue Reading →
I’ve been such a fan of making different Moscow Mules at home ever since I got a pair of copper mule mugs! They’re so simple to make, and can be adjusted a bunch of different ways. I typically stick with a standard recipe made up of Hard Truth’s Straight No Chaser Vodka (we served this... Continue Reading →
We finally made it to the new Exchange Whiskey Bar downtown, and I already can't wait to go back! The Exchange opened up a couple of months ago right on the corner of Massachusetts Ave. and E. New York St, right in the center of the hustle and bustle of the Mass Ave Arts District!... Continue Reading →
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching (how is it November already!?) most people are focused on the turkey, sides, and desserts, but you don't want to forget about the drinks! This Apple Cider Moscow Mule is such a simple cocktail to throw together, and it's perfect for fall. These mules only involve a couple ingredients, and of... Continue Reading →
Kicking off this year's fall cocktail series with this deliciously refreshing Apple Cinnamon Mimosa! This is a twist on my classic Apple Cider Mimosa recipe. Odds are you've probably tried one of those before, but this one uses cinnamon vodka for a fun twist! Hard Truth's Cinnamon Vodka is my all-time favorite spirit to use... Continue Reading →
The day we have all been waiting for is finally here: Hard Truth Spirits has officially released their Sipes' Straight Bourbon Whiskey! I've been so excited about this release since our first visit to Hard Truth Hills last year for a distillery tour and cocktail making class. The Sipes' Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named after... Continue Reading →