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After years of recipe development, Commander’s Spiced Rum is ready to launch at HDC Eugene this holiday season. Last year, HDC Eugene was excited to release rum for the very first time under the HDC banner. In November of 2018, the Eugene Production Team released Elk Rider Rum, which is a traditional style rum recipe and Commander's Silver Rum which is a premium version of White Rum. Both items are still available and wildly popular at HDC Eugene. The newest edition, Commander’s Spiced Rum, will be available starting Saturday December 7 at the HDC Eugene Tasting Room along with the...

Nothing sounds better the day after Thanksgiving than getting cozy on the couch and indulging in a Hallmark Christmas movie while in a pair of extra loose sweatpants. However, this just isn’t an option for us Washington residents. Why may that be? No, it’s not because many stores (including HDC) are offering their best deals of the year for Black Friday, but because it’s the sacred day of 119 year old tradition – the beloved Apple Cup! Whether you scream for the dawgs or rep the cherished crimson & grey, we know that the battle between fans is just as...

A Spiked Cider Cocktail for Each Party Personality

What better way to get in the spirit of Halloween than to cozy up and watch a scary movie? HDC is bringing you a fresh round of spooky cocktails inspired by some of the most wicked witches around. These chilling pairings are guaranteed to leave you feeling festive and frightened. The Goblin & Gremlin's (1984) 2 oz BSB 103 1/2 oz Vanilla Syrup 1/2 oz heavy cream 1/8 tsp Matcha Tea powder In a shaker, combine all ingredients, dry shake, then shake again with ice. Mesh strain into a cocktail goblet. Garnish with grated nutmeg.   A nice kick of...