HDC Blog — cocktails

We at Heritage Distilling Co. are lucky to partner with a variety of local brands around the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Recently, we thought what better way to showcase their inspiring stories and motivation than by learning a little bit more about the brands themselves and how our partnership came to be. For our first "Meet the Maker" feature we chatted with the maker of our fan-favorite Bourbon Whiskey Bar-B-Que Sauce, Jonte Izurieta of JT's Original Louisiana Bar-B-Que Sauce. HDC: Could you tell us a little about the history of JT’s?JT: JT’s Original Louisiana Bar-B-Que Sauce is more than just...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]St. Patrick’s Day is on a Saturday this year so I’m guessing whole lot more people will be out celebrating. Just remember a more traditional St Patrick’s day is not about green beer and shamrocks, it’s about getting together with friends and family and celebrating those relationships. Here are some ways to impress your friends with these delicious drinks and Irish toasts to go along with them![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Sparkling Shamrock 2oz Elk Rider Vodka 2oz Sprite 1oz Apple juice 1/2oz Lime juice Garnish with green apple slice Pour all ingredients over ice. Stir twice and garnish with green apple slices....

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you’re like so many of us you have relatives in town. Or maybe you are the relative who has come to town. So much together time calls for a little something extra. Here is a way to start holiday morning off right (and it will make that cooking feel so much easier!)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Cranberry Whiskey Sour 2 oz Elk Rider Bourbon 1.5 oz cranberry juice 1 oz sweet and sour Combine ingredients over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a spear of fresh cranberries.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_column_text]Harvest Cider Mule 2 oz Elk Rider Vodka 1 oz Apple cider 1 oz...

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are well into fall and tailgating season and it’s time to make sure your tailgate parties are championship material! First off, you need to come up with a game plan. A great tailgate party cannot be thrown together last minute. It’s helpful if you can get people to rsvp. Plan food for 25% more than the number of people who said they’re coming. You’d be surprised how many hungry friends and friends of friends will stroll by. When putting together your plan, think about the basics: appetizer main dish dessert beverage[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In each category pick foods best served at room...