Ferguson learned his trade in the Finger Lakes region of New York, and then the Cayman Islands, where he made rum. I visited Flag Hill on an impromptu trip and took in the sights, and had a fantastic time in the tasting room with some choice vodka, but if youre a large group of eight people or more, make sure to book your tour ahead of time! In 2018 Doire Distilling in Derry NH was founded by owners Andy Day and Alan Wentworth This is the same team that opened Cask & Vine in Derry NH. Please note this photo was taken before COVID-19 and Djinn is happily adhering to social distancing guidelines.
", However, the distillery is hoping to help address that final issue. 155)Lee, NH 03861. Its gorgeous opal-painted tasting room, combined with its sprawling gardens, provide you with ample opportunities to pose for some memorable pictures for your social media. 
Steadfast Distillery offers a variety of corn-based hand-crafted spirits made from the finest ingredients. Step inside, and visitors are greeted by Cannon, the distillery dog a friendly Weimaraner who will run to the door to see whos stopping by. Before the Dancing Rabbit team bottles their distilled spirits, the vodka is dual filtered and finished through citrine and quartz crystals. Thats the handy thing about being able to walk into a distillery its a try before you buy thing.. New Hampshire's Tamworth Distilling working with a team from the University of New Hampshire have created Crab Trapper, a green crab-flavored whiskey. Many of our customers call this the only gin they will drink. The veteran-owned and operated distillery, named for New Hampshires state gemstone, is preparing to observe its seventh birthday. Dont be spooked by the name: Djinn Spirits Distillery plays on the homophonic pronunciations of djinn and gin for its name. Like much of the state, Amackers Chesterfield distillery has re-opened, with restrictions, allowing him to resume relating the story of the founding of Copper Cannon to those who are ready for some good spirits conversation. Tours are scheduled on the hour. Flag Hill Distillery is the oldest distillery in New Hampshire. If youve spent some time in New Hampshire, youre probably familiar with the Appalachian Trail, the campgrounds and the beautiful ocean that lines this U.S. State. A small sip reveals soft, buttery, honey notes, a little bit of weight and a sweet drying finish. Made from a molasses based fermentation, its double distilled and carbon filtered. Its like grown-up lemonade or a dry limoncello. Our tasting room offers tastings of our spirits, bottle sales and a variety of merchandise to complement our spirits. Pour it in a glass with a big ice cube and sip. All our grain-based products use organic certified grains and our rum uses only Grade A Molasses from sugar cane grown in the USA. Seeing pictures of the family dogs sitting alongside the barrels had me sold! Clark & Chesterfield Bourbon Whiskey is distilled from Raw Yellow corn, Rye, and Malted Barley aged in full size New American Oak barrels. The distillery is named after the official New Hampshire Gem Stone which is the Smoky Quartz crystal. Tours are scheduled on the hour. Check out their website for a variety of creative cocktail recipes that can be made from their products. Finally, this essence was blended in with the bourbon base and "steeped with a custom spice blend mixture consisting of paprika, bay, mustard seed, coriander seed, dill seed, cinnamon, clove, and allspice reminiscent of a low-country boil. "As ocean temperatures have increased, the populations of these crabs continue to explode. This artisanal distillery is owned and operated by veteran Kevin Karland, who came up with the idea for Smoky Quartz Distillery while listening to rocket mortar attacks in Baghdad, Iraq. Incredible in cocktails, amazing replacement for Sweet Vermouth, unreal on its own, on your pork loin, on your ice cream, in a snow cone, in coffee, even on your oatmeal. Located in West Chesterfield, NH, this distillery specializes in premium rum and whiskey and is housed in a three-story barn that is easily visible from Route 9. 
North Conway, NH 03860. So, I didnt have anything planned for this summer and looked around for New Hampshire experiences to write about. Distillery founder Steven Grasse described the whole thing as a "briny and better Fireball. Visiting them and chronicling my experiences was one of the most pleasurable activities of my summer this year, and it resulted in this ultimate guide to New Hampshire Distilleries! Their sapling Maple Rye is a small batch, hand-crafted blend of aged American rye whiskey and select Vermont maple syrup that also goes through a second maturation in American oak to provide a unique exquisitely balanced, exceptionally smooth taste. You can tell people have not talked to people in a long time, Amacker says, laughing. They also offer a line of Troubles Cocktails including Apple Pie, Lemonade, Citrus Squeeze (has a nice Margarita flavor! By entering our site, you verify that you are of legal drinking age. "Totally unexpectedly crab and whiskey do in fact go together but who knew the unique flavor combination would create an all-natural and sustainable riff on Fireball? Returning home, Blake worked on his first still, which had a long, slender appearance that resembled a cannon (lower case c at the time.)
Be sure to sample the currently available rum spirits: Photo Courtesy of Saxtons River Distillery.
Owner Greg Meeh opened Cold Garden Spirits with the vision that it would produce exquisite spirits from locally-sourced fruits and grains. (Not a bad thing at all, though rainy days will find sippers doing their thing in the barrel house, nearby. But when its gone, its gone, because Harthcock will next be moving on to Code Name Scarecrow an autumn-themed beverage formulated to taste like apple pie. Wild in a martini, amazing in a fruit parfait, and crazy to not have in your bar. Lee, NH Stand tall and drink responsibly. Check out our new food options, too. There are not a lot of vodkas made from apples. have been suggested as good empanada meat, directly from the Tamworth Distillery at shop.tamworthdistilling.com. 
Its great to see people walk in the door again, he says. 
The process allows a touch of the fruit into the final product, creating a subtle, delicate vodka.
Weve got a special barrel-strength bourbon a single-barrel selection I personally do. Distillery Exclusive: General John Stark Vodka If youre planning on decompressing by conquering the Appalachian Trail, taking advantage of the tax-free shopping in the state and having a camping trip, adding some distilleries in N.H. to your summer plans may be an excellent idea too. Green crabs pose a problem to coastal ecosystems. In addition, before heading out, I made use of Djinn Spirits virtual tour to get a feel of the atmosphere there. And while Nashua may not be on the beach, Andy Harthcocks handiwork will make you feel like it is. This bourbon is crafted by people who love to make whiskey. Crab Trapper is currently available for sale, with 200-milliliter bottles priced at $65. Kevin Kurland was hunkered down in a shelter at Baghdad International Airport in 2010 as mortar shells peppered the area when inspiration struck. Food and Wine presents a new network of food pros delivering the most cookable recipes and delicious ideas online. Amacker and his cousin, Chris Arnold, traveled to Ireland to visit local distilleries a few years ago. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. In addition, you can pay a visit to the Tamworth Lyceum, which hosts tastings of Tamworths newest recipes, as well as samples of the products that Tamworth Distilling produce with the leftovers from their distillery. Return in the evening and savor a sumptuous dinner in our candlelit dining room. You can now stop in and sample our spirits in a cocktail. Distillery Exclusive: Code Name Series If youre lucky, the amicable Border Collies will drop by while youre on your tour! They ferment and distill on the grain to draw out the subtle and unique flavor profiles in the locally grown ingredients used in their distilling process. The best part is that you can sample all the distillery products before you decide to buy one of their bottles. The owners amicable behaviour and the picturesque environment made my distillery tour an enjoyable one. Turn in to your romantic room and enjoy a restful nights sleep in your four-poster beds with luxury linens, and wake up to a leisurely homemade breakfast cooked to order in the porch dining room. Its lightly sweetened with locally-sourced maple syrup. Keen attention to detail, high-quality Flag Hill grown and locally sourced ingredients, and a little bit of patience all lead to world-class spirits. Everybodys a chatterbox they just want to talk about whatever. One New Hampshire distillery has a tasty solution. Hand-crafted Clear Rum is aged for 6 months to 2 years and has a smooth flavor with hints of vanilla and smoke. Most famous for its weddings, this distillery has a lush accompanying vineyard that supplies most of the grapes for its wines. Photo Courtesy of New England Sweetwater Farm and Distillery. Notes of cotton candy, vanilla and candied almond are vibrant enough not to miss, but subtle enough not to want to miss. In the summer of 2016 Greg started making his first batches of corn whiskey and fruit eau de vie. Kingfish Gold Rum is a true New England style Rum that is distilled from American Black Strap molasses using the techniques of the Colonial American distillers to produce flavors of Citrus and sugary caramels.
Among them, the Beat 3 Single Malt Whiskey, Krupnik a spiced honey spirit crafted from a 500-year-old recipe by Lithuanian monks the Henry Knox American Dry Gin (for making Djinn and tonics, no doubt,) and the Beat 3 Blended Rye, among others. A tasting flight of five spirits is $12.50 per person. You have to try this, seriously. If you ever visit, make sure to try their honey and maple whiskeys. We dont care how you drink it just enjoy it. 297 North River Road (Rt. I bought a bottle of each of these whiskeys to take home with me. The apples were lost long ago on the second distillation but we are left with an incredible buttery elegance that cant be produced by using grain for the product. If youre a fan of spirits, this activity will likely be your favourite in New Hampshire. Book online or call603-730-5696. Kevin Kurland at Smoky Quartz Distillery Courtesy photo. And futher complicating matters, the crabs have few practical uses (though previously, they have been suggested as good empanada meat). Their tour is an informative one, with the owners walking you through the process of the distilling and production of the artisan spirits you see on display there. New Hampshire is home to a number of distilleries that produce scores of unique, creative spirits. If you choose to try this product consider this a warning. The liqueur is slightly reminiscent of a fortified wine. Djinn Spirits is open for tastings and tours Monday through Saturday 12 to 5 p.m. ", "Sustainability and the wilderness surrounding our facility in Tamworth, New Hampshire, is a major source of inspiration for all new products. Photo Courtesy of Copper Cannon Distillery. New Hampshire is home to some of the most iconic distilleries of the United States, with its clean and clear water proving as an incentive for more and more distilleries with fresh philosophies to open their gates to visitors. Walk-ins are welcome if space allows. Just like all of our other liqueurs there is a lot that can be done with it. It was then he first began to formulate the plan that would become Smoky Quartz Distillery in Seabrook. However, word to the wisebring your I.D. These NH distilleries are operated by friendly staff who will help you sample your next favourite whiskey. It comes in traditional, vanilla, honey, and maple. Tamworth is currently holding tastings outside on tables in a beautiful backyard that sits alongside the Swift River. Tamworth carries a line of various bitters, pickles and items that add real character to cocktails. If youve learnt all that you needed to on the short distillery tour, head to their cosy tasting room and try samples of some of their craft spirits, free of charge. The interior of Smoky Quartz Distillery will bring to mind a rustic wine operation because of its reclaimed wood interior and old-world decor. The spirit was born from a love of incredible rum, not wanting to lose what rum is, but wanting to make it more. Use tab to navigate through the menu items.
This is the place for your romantic New Hampshire getaway and ultimate adventure for any aficionado of craft distilled spirits and creative cocktails! And regardless of whether a seafood-accentuated spirit sounds up your alley, this unusual alcohol has an even greater purpose: to find a use for the state's unwanted green crab population which wreaks havoc on New England's coastal ecosystem. Or book a stay in the Johanna Weatherby Building, built in 1992, named for the propertys first owner from the late 1700s. You can find Doire Distilling at 338 Shaker Rd, Canterbury, New Hampshire 03224. in their small retail shop. Courtesy photo. tamworthdistilling.com We hope you find this to be one of the best. Their Crab Trapper whiskey starts with a "modified sour mash" bourbon base, aged for nearly four years, which Tamworth says offers "enough character to stand up to infusing and flavoring." The tasting room walls are lined with reclaimed wood from a barn built in 1850, and a chalkboard from an old Pittsfield schoolhouse serves to alert visitors about upcoming specials and events. Weve assembled a list of 50 of the worlds most reliable, inexpensive wines bottles that offer amazing quality for their price year in and year out. Theres a lyric in an old folk song that goes If you dont give me rye whiskey I surely will die. It was made popular over the years by the likes of Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and Tex Ritter and if you spend enough time around North River Road in Lee, Brian Ferguson. djinnspirits.com Being able to taste our products here in the distillery is great, Harthcock, co-owner, along with his wife, Cindy, of Djinn (the D is silent) Spirits says. Put this rum in hot cocoa to understand why your life hasnt been fulfilled yet. Distillery Exclusive: Barrel Strong V5 Bourbon Its tasting room is located in the original 17th-century barn that used to house cattle back in the day.
Flag Hill Straight Rye Whiskey isnt the peppery, spicy spirit you may think you know. "Green crabs are incredibly invasive so one of my goals as a researcher is to try and help create viable fisheries and markets as a solution to help mitigate the problem," explained Gabriela Bradt, a fisheries specialist with the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension and NH Sea Grant. Go on a scheduled tour and enjoy a tasting of fine local and authentic spirits, and browse for the perfect gift for loved ones (or for yourself!) House of Tamworth Crab Trapper Green Crab Flavored Whiskey. You will like it, you will buy it, you will drink it, you will buy more. The Harthcocks have created a comfortable tasting room just off of Amherst Street in Nashua, where visitors can sample some of the many spirits crafted on the other side of the wall. Hand-Crafted Aged Rum is aged with white oak and white ash chips for a minimum of 6 weeks. Small-batch and 21% ABV, its perfect as the days get longer and temps go higher. Savor their sapling maple liqueur, a unique taste that is quintessential Vermont small batches are matured in American oak, delivering an exceptional liqueur with a bold flavor, but always smooth and never too sweet. This distillery is very close to the Canterbury Shaker Village, a wonderful historic landmark in New Hampshire. Housed in a repurposed red post and beam barn, two engineer-turned-distiller cousins own this distillery. It encompasses almost fifty acres of land on which the owners grow fruits and grains for the winery and distillery. Learn more. Ashuelot Vodka is triple distilled from a unique Apple and Potato mash with a clean and smooth flavor and hints of apple on the nose and a dry potato finish. Copper Cannon Distillery Co-founder/Owner/Distiller Blake Amacker can spot eccentricities a mile away. Kyle Battis is a life-long NH resident that enjoys making his way around the state, sampling delicious food and drinks, and sharing his experiences. While he remained busy during the pandemic making hand sanitizer, as many New Hampshire distilleries did, he took the opportunity complete some exterior renovations, updating the color scheme now an attractive barn red with sand colored shutters and a black door. Their vodka is made from a blend of corn and apples which they distill 12 times according to their website. We currently have vodka, new-make whiskey, rye whiskey, wheated bourbon, genever, gin, barrel-rested gin, fig-infused vodka, blueberry-infused vodka, ginger-infused vodka, aquavit, horseradish-infused vodka and maple liqueur available. Dont just take our word for it. 2 Lyman Way And dont miss their Sapling Maple Bourbon, a small batch, hand-crafted blend of American bourbon whiskey and select Vermont maple syrup that goes through a second maturation in American oak to deliver a unique exquisitely balanced, exceptionally smooth flavor..
(603) 256-6009, A spirits tasting and charcuterie board at Flag Hill Distillery and Winery Photo by Bill Burke. Ashuelot Gin is a unique American style Gin with light, bright profile created using Sweetwaters Ashuelot Vodka distilled from locally grown apples and potatoes and distilling it again and vapor infusing it with 8 botanicals. Pisgah State Park. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. In that bunker, Kurland, a member of the New Hampshire Air National Guard, came across a newspaper article predicting a bright future for craft distilleries. Make sure to try a glass of their bourbon when you visit themtheres nothing quite like bourbon sourced locally from the grains of New Hampshire! The distilleries here are rustic and welcoming and will highlight your visit to the Granite State. Soft, warm notes of butterscotch and toffee develop from the barrel and our seasons. "This collaboration is a really unique and exciting opportunity to do that as well as help educate the public about green crabs, climate change and sustainability.". Gregs NH distillery features a custom-built Austrian still. Enjoy Sapling neat, as the perfect compliment to coffee or create your own signature drink. Its amazing in a drink as simple as a single orange wheel on the bottom of a rocks glass topped with 2 oz of Flag Hill White Rum or as complex as a Pearl Driver. Copyright 2022 Meredith Corporation. But if life gives you an invasive crab species, make bourbon? Its made in the largely forgotten Monongahela style, giving it butterscotch on the nose, soft honey notes on the palate and a little weight and sweetness on the finish. How does Kurland suggest experiencing a whiskey at this strength? Fresh water from the Ossipee Aquifer and ingredients sourced from a 150-mile radius (as much as possible) has resulted in whiskeys, gins, ryes, liqueurs and cordials with a quirky, retro, yet distinctly New Hampshire vibe. Lets face it 2020 has been a bit of a ride so far. ), Strawberry and Smach (like a Daquari). You can see their website at www.coldgardenspirits.com. Simply put this rum is like candy without the sugar.