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Cocktails SUMMERTIME

Cool down with ice cream drinks and options perfect for entertaining.

VOLUME 4

Cheers TO SUMMER

Q A with an influencer Using copper pot stills inherited from her ancestors, MISSY DUER and her husband JOE are the owners and operators of the Indian Creek Distillery. Their daughter Carmony joined the family business, now in its seventh generation of distillers. We talked to Missy about the distillery and its history.

JIM CANEPA: STUDIO 301; MISSY AND JOE DUER: MATTHEW ALLEN

Your family’s story with distilling traces back to the 1400s in Stalybridge, England, and eventually to America and Ohio, where Elias Staley built a distillery in Dayton and then on your family farm. How important is history to you and to Indian Creek Distillery? Destiny came with the heritage. My family has lived on this land for 200 years. The old pioneering spirit tapped us on our shoulders and whispered in our hearts to rekindle interest in our family’s heritage. The original distillery fell into ruin after Prohibition and Joe and I wanted to resurrect the true spirit and history of the distillery, so with a wing and a prayer and a wink and nod from my ancestors, we ventured into this crazy competitive land of whiskey. It’s our field of dreams … where we placed our love, passion, and dedication. It is truly a legendary legacy of American whiskey history. We are proud to produce America’s spirit … a true sip of history.

Alas, summer is here. Bonfires, cookouts, vacation — a wonderful time to be with friends and family. To help you prepare for your next soiree, we have some easy-to-make, batch, and pre-freeze drinks, all perfect for entertaining. A cocktail with ice cream? Yes, please. You’ll also find a number of great, new products available in Ohio for consumers to enjoy responsibly. Don’t feel like hosting? Hit the new Columbus Distillery Trail, which features a few familiar spots as well as some new ones. After you put away your clubs, check out StoneWater Golf Club’s Rustic Grill or The Yard in Highland Heights in Lake County. They offer mixology classes throughout the year and are positioning themselves as cocktail

experts. If you head to the south-western part of the state, visit the Indian Creek Distillery in New Carlisle, which uses one of the nation’s oldest stills to create its bourbon and rye. Meet our latest Golden Barrel winner, and while you’re at it, look for the barrel in this issue. We’d love to have you at a barrel selection. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and sign up for our emails. OHLQ remains committed to delivering consumer-focused content right to your inbox. I invite you to sit back, relax, and savor the summer with OHLQ. — Jim Canepa, Superintendent Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor

With such deep roots in Miami County, how has the local community been a part of Indian Creek Distillery? Local is the key to our success. We are what local is all about; we represent local history with longevity in a place. We use local grains. We craft our spirits right here on our old farmstead, providing a truly local product to our own community and beyond. Our customers come, and then they come again and again, and bring friends or family to experience what we have here so they too can leave “infused” with the spirit of this place. At your distillery, you host all kinds of events, from tastings and tours to live music. What types of groups come to your events? Yes, our events are enjoyed by all types of whiskey enthusiasts. Our distillery attracts all ages and groups of diversified interests: agricultural groups; historical societies; motorcycle and vintage car clubs; and of course, whiskey and bourbon clubs! Our tours are enjoyed by everyone, whiskey drinker or not. Ohio Department of Commerce

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TAKE A PEEK the summer issue

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EVERY TIME #CHEERSOHLQ 04

09 Summer Spritz

COOKING WITH TEQUILA 06

Tequila has plenty of uses beyond cocktails. ON THE COVER: Cool down with fun summertime cocktails.

SUMMERTIME COCKTAILS 08

Cool down with ice cream concoctions and options perfect for entertaining.

WHAT’S NEW 14 IT’S A

Mocktail!

Find out what new products are on Ohio’s liquor shelves this summer.

A BARREL OF FUN

Look inside this issue for this barrel — your ticket to enter a drawing to join us on a future barrel selection. (Pro tip: the barrel can be any color!) Once you find the page the barrel is hidden on, go to OHLQ.com and click on the Golden Barrel link. There’s one lucky winner each issue! For advertising information, contact advertising@42plusmag.com.

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THIS TIME KNOW YOUR BAC 12

Thanks to the Virtual Bar calculator, knowing your BAC is as easy as ABC.

ECHO SPIRITS: ZACH WILKE; STONEWATER GOLF CLUB: MIKE PRAMIK; BON VIVANT: INDIAN CREEK DISTILLERY

BEHIND THE BAR 16

There’s a lot on the menu at StoneWater Golf Club besides golf.

TASTE HISTORY WITH EVERY SIP 21

History is distilled in every sip at Indian Creek Distillery.

A SPIRITED TRAIL 27

Seven craft distillers are featured on the new Columbus Distillery Trail.

GOLDEN BARREL EXPERIENCE 32

Our Winter issue winner shares her barrel tasting experience.

Copyright 2022 by the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor Control. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without permission of the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor Control. All rights reserved. The Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Liquor Control, and the publisher are not responsible for errors or omissions. All information is subject to change.

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Negroni

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Sangria

Gold Rush

Blood Orange Lemonade Mocktail

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GRILLED TEQUILA LIME CHICKEN Use blanco tequila for a bright, fresh zing, or reposado for a woodier taste to boost the chicken’s grilled flavor. 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, thighs, or a mixture of both 1 /4 c. blanco or reposado tequila 3 /4 c. lime juice, freshly squeezed if possible 3 /4 c. lemon juice, freshly squeezed if possible

/4 c. olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. cilantro, finely chopped 1 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 /2 tbsp. black pepper 3

In a bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients except the chicken. Place the chicken in a sealable plastic bag or in a glass baking dish and pour the mixture over it. Close the bag or cover the baking dish and place in the refrigerator for at least one hour, or overnight for a deeper marinade. When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and grill over medium high heat for approximately 10 to 15 minutes on each side or until its interior temperature reaches 165°F. Cooking time will vary by thickness of chicken pieces.

TEQUILA

COOKING WITH

uly 24 is National Tequila Day. Enjoying a margarita or paloma is certainly a classic way to mark the occasion, but tequila’s range of flavors means that this spirit has plenty of uses beyond cocktails. It’s also a popular ingredient in cooking! You can create tequilainfused dishes with delicious results — and while keeping the alcohol content low. Tequila works especially well in warm-weather dishes like ceviche, grilled chicken, fresh salsas, and marinated steak, and pairs beautifully with summer fruits, making it the perfect secret ingredient for the season. Why cook with tequila? This liquor distilled from the Blue Weber agave plant is surprisingly versatile in the kitchen and can add depth of flavor to everything from main dishes to dips and desserts. Depending on the brand and type, it will lend sweetness or spiciness, as well as herbaceous, floral, fruity, or woody notes. When reduced in sauces, it creates a thick, syrupy texture. It can be used in place of wine to deglaze a pan, and, because it’s at least 80-proof, it performs well in a flambéed dish, leaving behind a rich caramelization. The citrusy sweetness of many tequilas also pairs deliciously with fruit and fruit desserts, as well as with chocolate and dulce de leche. 06 |

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As anyone who’s had a margarita knows, tequila and lime complement one another perfectly — a partnership that holds up just as well in cooking as it does in cocktails. And since tequila comes exclusively from certain regions of Mexico, it should come as no surprise that it can be used to great effect in classic Mexican dishes — in a marinade for shredded beef enchiladas, for example, or to deglaze a sizzling pan of camerones al ajillo (garlic shrimp). Which tequila should you use? There are three types of tequila that are best for cooking, and each brings something to the table — quite literally in this case.

Blanco (also known as white, silver, or plata) tequila is bottled right after distillation or after “resting” for a few weeks in steel barrels. Because they are not aged, these tequilas preserve more of the flavor of the agave from which they are distilled. They tend to be sharper and spicier, but also fruity, often with citrus, floral, or vegetal notes. A smoother blanco tequila will do especially well with fresh fruit, like tequila-infused peaches or watermelon slices. Its bright, herbaceous quality is also a natural fit for seafood, fish, or chicken dishes, or in fresh salsa or guacamole. The second type, reposado (“rested”) tequila, is aged in wood barrels for anywhere from two months to a year. In the process, these tequilas acquire a light golden hue and woody aroma, with touches of vanilla and caramel, while still retaining the fruitiness of the agave. They’ll be especially delicious in marinades for beef or pork and in baked desserts. Finally, there’s añejo (“old” or “vintage”) tequila, aged from one to three years in wood barrels, and extra añejo, aged for a minimum of three years. These spirits are richer, smoother, and darker, often with earthy, smoky, or nutty qualities in addition to caramel and peat notes. Añejos and extra añejos are also typically the most expensive varieties. Some may balk at using top-shelf liquor for cooking as opposed to sipping, but a small amount of fine, aged tequila can enhance and elevate a dish like grilled meat or braised spareribs, or serve as a delectable glaze, combined with lime juice and butter, for steak. Used wisely, cooking with añejo tequila is no sacrifice — it’s a tonguetantalizing way to take your cuisine to the next level. Will the finished dish contain alcohol? The short answer is, “yes.” When you cook with tequila, as with any liquor, some of the alcohol content evaporates — but not all of it. Generally speaking, the longer the cooking time, the more alcohol will cook off, but it takes longer than most dishes need to cook to come close to eliminating it. And of course when tequila is used in instances where no cooking is involved, such as in salad dressings or poured over fruits and desserts, all of the alcohol remains. Therefore, recipes with the addition of tequila are not suitable for anyone who cannot or chooses not to consume alcohol, and should not be served around children. We’ve laid out a menu of tequila-infused recipes — an appetizer, a main course, and a dessert — to give you some ideas for your National Tequila Day celebrations … or for any festive summer night with friends who love good food and fine tequila!

MARGARITA WATERMELON SLICES Think of these watermelon slices as an edible after-dinner cocktail and dessert all in one. 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into triangle slices 1 /4–1/2 c. blanco tequila 1 /4 c. orange liqueur 1 /2 c. agave nectar

/2 c. hot water 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice Pinch of salt 1 /4 tsp. chili powder or finely chopped mint leaves 1

Arrange watermelon slices in a single layer on a large baking tray with sides. In a bowl whisk together hot water and agave nectar. Add tequila and orange liqueur and stir until well combined. Using a large spoon, distribute mixture evenly over watermelon slices. Refrigerate for at least one hour or up to 24 hours. Serve cold from the fridge: arrange on a platter and sprinkle with lime juice, salt, and either chili powder or finely-chopped mint leaves.

ANCHO TEQUILA SALSA Add a fresh jalapeño with the seeds removed if you like it hot. 1 dried ancho chile pepper 1 c. water 2 c. fresh chopped tomatoes or 1 14.5-ounce can whole tomatoes 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce 2 tbsp. reposado tequila 2 cloves garlic 1 small or medium white onion, chopped 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. salt Place the dried ancho chile in a small bowl. Boil 1 cup water and pour over chile to cover, leaving to soak for 20 minutes or until softened. Remove chile and reserve liquid. Remove stem and seeds and roughly chop. Place the chile along with remaining ingredients in a blender. Pulse until ingredients are fully combined. Continue to pulse and add ancho-chili liquid one tablespoon at a time, stopping when you reach desired consistency. Let stand for at least 30 minutes before serving. Ohio Department of Commerce

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Rum Runner

SUMMERTIME

COCKTAILS

Try these easy-to-make drinks for the summer. Cool down with ice cream concoctions or make batched cocktails perfect for entertaining and enjoying around a campfire. Get more ideas on OHLQ.com.

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S’mores Martini

S’MORES MARTINI This inventive cocktail is comforting and satisfying, just like a campfire on a cool night. 1 oz. vodka 1 oz. chocolate liqueur 1 /2 oz. heavy cream (or half-and-half) 1 /2 oz. cookie butter syrup (optional) Chocolate syrup Graham cracker, crumbled Toasted marshmallow Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled. Garnish by dipping the rim of a chilled Martini glass into chocolate syrup on a shallow plate and then into graham cracker crumbs. Strain the cocktail into the glass. Toast a marshmallow to add on top with a pick.

Root Beer Whiskey Float

ROOT BEER WHISKEY FLOAT Bar meets soda shop counter in this cheerful, charming cocktail. Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream creates the signature creamy foam, transforming this iconic all-American dessert into a cocktail. 2 oz. bourbon 10 drops cherry bitters 4 oz. root beer

Small scoop vanilla ice cream Cherry or strawberry Mint sprig

Fill your glass with the bourbon and cherry bitters and give it a quick stir. Leaving your spoon in the glass, pour your root beer in and gently stir. Scoop your vanilla ice cream on top and garnish with mint and a cherry or strawberry.

RUM RUNNER This tasty mix of unexpected ingredients takes you to the tropics! 1 oz. light rum 1 oz. navy-strength rum 1 oz. banana liqueur 1 /2 oz. blackberry liqueur 2 oz. pineapple juice

SUMMER SPRITZ

1 oz. lime juice (freshly squeezed, if possible) 1 /2 oz. grenadine Brandied cherry Pineapple wedge Blackberry

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled and strain into a hurricane glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, a blackberry, and a cherry on a pick.

CARUSO Refreshing crème de menthe makes the Caruso a dessert-like after-dinner drink. 1 oz. gin 1 oz. dry vermouth 1 oz. crème de menthe Mint

A non-alcoholic spin on the classic Spritz, this grapefruitforward and lightly effervescent refresher is made with Sanbitter, a pleasingly bitter Italian soda flavored with citrus and herbs.

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2 oz. Sanbitter 3 oz. dry ginger ale 3 /4 oz. grapefruit juice (freshly squeezed if possible) Grapefruit slice

Tuck the slice of grapefruit into the interior side of a large glass (traditionally a stemmed glass), then carefully fill Combine all ingredients with ice. (You want your grapefruit slice in a shaker with ice. to stay in place and be visible through Shake until well chilled. the glass.) Add Sanbitter followed by Strain into a chilled grapefruit juice over the ice. Slowly and coupe glass. Garnish gently top with ginger ale to achieve a with mint. layered effect. Ohio Department of Commerce

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Campfire Mango Margarita

CAMPFIRE MANGO MARGARITA Though the campfire is optional, sipping this cocktail with the warmth of a fire under the stars is guaranteed to create a memorable and delicious time. Makes 14-18 servings.

Party!

3 c. silver tequila 2 c. triple sec or orange brandy 3 c. cubed frozen mango (from about four small mangos) 1 c. lime juice 3 c. water Lime wedges Add all ingredients to a blender and pulse until combined. Pour the mix into an ice cube tray. After they’re frozen, place your ice cubes in a freezer storage bag and store in the freezer. Transfer to a cooler when packing for your trip. Wrap the bag in a towel and use your hammer or shovel to smash the cubes. (The mix should be a frozen slushie when finished.) Pour into camping mugs, garnish with lime wedges.

RED, WHITE, & NIGHT

IT’S A

Mocktail!

A festive drink perfect for summer celebrations, this mocktail has a sangria-like taste. 2 oz. Concord grape juice 2 oz. aloe vera drink 1 /2 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice 3 blueberries or black raspberries, coated in powdered sugar Add aloe vera drink, simple syrup, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until well-chilled, then strain into a glass over fresh ice. Gently pour Concord grape juice on top, very slowly and carefully, so that it forms a distinct red layer. Garnish with blueberries and enjoy!

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PERFECT FOR A

Party!

Batch Whiskey Julep

BATCH WHISKEY JULEP This batched version of a Mint Julep is refreshing and satisfying. Makes 6-8 servings. 6 oz. bourbon 4 black tea bags 24 oz. water

2 oz. lemon juice 4 oz. simple syrup 6 mint leaves plus more for garnish

Steep tea bags in hot water for 4-5 minutes to make strong tea. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature. In a pitcher, combine brewed tea, bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Drop in six mint leaves and stir. Pour into a glass or Julep cup filled with crushed ice. Add more crushed ice on top to form a dome. Garnish with mint leaves.

BRANDY BRAMBLE The Brandy Bramble is a twist on the traditional gin-based Bramble, which was invented in London in the 1980s by the famed mixologist Dick Bradsell. 2 oz. brandy 1 oz. lemon juice (freshly squeezed, if possible) 1 /2 oz. simple syrup

/2 oz. raspberry liqueur Lemon wheel Blackberry 1

Add brandy, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled. Add raspberry liqueur to the shaker. Strain into a glass and garnish with a lemon wheel and blackberry.

GRASSHOPPER The Grasshopper is a go-to classic for mint lovers — or anyone over 21 in search of a dessert that doesn’t require a spoon. 1 oz. crème de menthe 1 oz. crème de cacao 1 c. vanilla ice cream Mint Scoop the ice cream into a cocktail glass. In a mixing glass with ice, combine crème de menthe and crème de cacao and stir to chill. Strain over the scoop of vanilla ice cream. Garnish with mint.

KNOW YOUR

BAC

It’s Easy as ABC. BY MATTHEW BIDDLE

PICTURE THIS: After a celebratory evening, you and a few friends are waiting for a ride share or a taxi. You’ve had the exact same number of drinks, but you’re all feeling a bit differently. That’s because each person’s body processes alcohol differently — and understanding how your body responds to alcohol is key to raising a glass responsibly. Blood alcohol content, or BAC, measures the ratio of alcohol to blood in your bloodstream. For example, a 0.08 percent BAC means you have 0.08 grams of alcohol per deciliter of blood. While a 0.08 percent BAC is the legal limit for drivers in almost every state, including Ohio, the safest decision is to never drive after consuming alcohol. As you enjoy a cocktail, it takes about 15 minutes for the alcohol to absorb into your bloodstream, causing your BAC to rise and you to feel its effects. “Those mood enhancements — feeling more social, getting relaxed, feeling like you can dance — tend to be at lower BACs, between 0.02 percent to maybe as high as 0.06 percent,” said Jim Lange, PhD, executive director of the Higher Education Center for Alcohol and Drug Misuse Prevention and Recovery at The Ohio State University. “The not-so-good things you try to avoid are usually above that 0.06 percent level.” Several factors affect how your body metabolizes alcohol and thus the BAC you reach, including how many drinks you’ve had and how quickly you consumed them. Eating a meal before grabbing a drink will slow down the alcohol’s absorption rate, but eventually it will reach your bloodstream. Meanwhile, drinking water may help you feel better — particularly the

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next morning — but its effect on your BAC will be minimal. “Where it can be useful is when people use water to slow their drinking down,” Lange said. “If you alternate your drinks with water or something else that doesn’t contain alcohol, that gives your body time to absorb what you’ve already consumed and start to metabolize it.” Body composition, weight, and gender are critical factors, too. Generally speaking, smaller individuals will feel alcohol’s effects more than larger people. And, according to Lange, if a man and woman of the same size match each another’s drinks, her BAC will climb faster than his. “For an average-sized man, drinking what we consider one standard drink will move his BAC up to about 0.02 percent,” said Lange, noting that a standard drink is 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1.5 ounces of spirits. “But a woman of average size with that same drink would reach 0.03 percent.” By contrast, Lange said the rate alcohol leaves the body is relatively constant; most people will lose about 0.015 percent BAC each hour, regardless of their size or gender. “There’s nothing you can do to increase the rate at which alcohol leaves the body,” Lange said. “Once you consume alcohol, the only way to get rid of it is through your body’s natural metabolizing process. Anything else you’ve heard is not really confirmed.” Before pouring a drink, Lange shares that it’s most important to monitor your intake to stay safe. “Think about what you really want alcohol to do for you — and understand that those BACs are pretty low for what most people are interested in experiencing,” he said.

SLIDE UP TO THE VIRTUAL BAR Understanding the science behind BAC, and knowing what to expect when you drink alcohol, are very different things. Thankfully, there’s an app for that. Launched by Responsibility.org, Virtual Bar is a BAC calculator that allows you to input your gender, weight, height, and age, and estimate how consuming alcohol will affect your BAC, mood, and behavior. “It’s not a tool to use as you drink, but rather beforehand, so folks can make a plan and set limits for themselves before the first sip,” said Sam Nathews, vice president of communications and branding for Responsibility.org. After entering your demographic information, choose your beverage and how quickly you “drink” it, and Virtual

Bar will estimate your peak BAC and describe how you might be feeling or behaving. You can also see how eating various foods before having a drink affects how quickly your body may absorb alcohol. “It’s a way to really think about the impact of what you’re eating and drinking,” Nathews said. “People can use it to educate themselves and others generally or even to help make a plan before having a drink, like planning to eat beforehand and being sure to have safe transportation arrangements so they never drive impaired.” Virtual Bar is available for Apple and Android users, and as an online tool at responsibility.org/drink-responsibly/ bac-calculator.

HIS AND HERS COCKTAILS According to the National Center for Health Statistics, the median height and weight for U.S. men is 5 feet, 8 inches and 199.8 pounds, respectively. The median woman stands 5 feet, 3 inches tall and weighs 170.8 pounds. If two 35-year-olds with those measurements head to the bar, here’s how their BACs may change during the night, based on data from Virtual Bar. Eating food would lower the percentages.

Drink

Time Elapsed

His Peak BAC

Her Peak BAC

His Time Until 0.0 BAC

Her Time Until 0.0 BAC

Standard Mixed Drink

30 Minutes

0.012

0.018

1 hour, 40 minutes

1 hour, 55 minutes

Second Standard Mixed Drink

60 Minutes

0.013

0.029

3 hours, 5 minutes

3 hours, 50 minutes

Third Standard Mixed Drink

90 Minutes

0.020

0.046

4 hours, 40 minutes

5 hours, 40 minutes

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What’s

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AMERICAN WHISKEY

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BRANDY

COURVOISIER MIZUNARA | 700 mL

EVAN WILLIAMS WHITE BIB | 1 L

GRAN GALA VS COGNAC | 750 mL

GEORGE DICKEL RYE | 1.75 L

MARTELL BLUE SWIFT | 375 mL

HEAVEN HILL BIB BOURBON | 750 mL

MARTELL CORDON BLEU | 375 mL

HOOTEN YOUNG AMERICAN WHISKEY 12 YEAR OLD | 750 mL

MEUKOW 90 PROOF COGNAC | 750 mL

ST REMY SIGNATURE | 750 mL

CANADIAN WHISKY

IRISH WHISKEY

IRISH AMERICAN 10 YEAR | 750 mL MICHAEL COLLINS THE PREDICTION IRISH WHISKEY | 750 mL MIDLETON DAIR GHAELACH KYLEBEG WOOD | 700 mL

RUM

CARIBOU CROSSING SINGLE BARREL CANADIAN WHISKY | 750 mL

SCOTCH

CORDIALS

99 LONG ISLAND ICED TEA | 750 mL

ARDBEG ARDCORE COMMITTEE | 750 mL

CASA D ARISTI KALANI COCONUT LIQUEUR | 750 mL

CHIVAS ROYAL SALUTE 26 YEAR KINGDOM EDITION | 750 mL

FABRIZIA CREMA DI LIMONCELLO | 750 mL

THE DALMORE 12 YEAR SHERRY CASK SELECT | 750 mL

FAIR KUMQUAT LIQUEUR | 1 L

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HANDY AND SCHILLER BUFFALO TRACE OLD FASHIONED | 750 mL HANDY AND SCHILLER SAZERAC RYE MANHATTAN | 750 mL STIRRINGS TRIPLE SEC | 750 mL YUZURI | 750 mL

ARDBEG ARDCORE | 750 mL

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GLENGOYNE 25 YEAR OLD | 750 mL

REBEL 100 PROOF | 1.75 L

HA PENNY DUBLIN DRY GIN | 750 mL

IMPERIAL 12 YEAR BLENDED SCOTCH | 750 mL

SAGAMORE DOUBLE OAK LTO | 750 mL

HA PENNY RHUBARB GIN | 750 mL

SAGAMORE SPIRIT RUM CASK FINISH | 750 mL

HENDRICKS NEPTUNIA GIN | 750 mL

PURSUIT UNITED BOURBON LTO | 750 mL

TOWN BRANCH CASK STRENGTH BOURBON | 750 mL TOWN BRANCH TRUE CASK LTO | 750 mL

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BROCKMANS GIN | 750 mL

TEQUILA

VODKA

AMAN TEQUILA EL PROFESOR ANEJO | 750 mL

CIROC PASSION | 750 mL

4 COPAS TEQUILA BLANCO | 750 mL

AVION REPOSADO | 1 L

ABSOLUT WATERMELON | 1.75 L CIROC SUMMER CITRUS | 375 mL

CALIROSA ANEJO TEQUILA | 750 mL

NEW AMSTERDAM PASSION FRUIT | 750 mL

CANTERA NEGRA ANEJO | 375 mL

PLATINUM 10X VODKA | 750 mL

CASA DEL SOL ANEJO TEQUILA | 750 mL

SHIPHOUSE VODKA | 750 mL

CASA DEL SOL BLANCO TEQUILA | 750 mL

SVEDKA CITRON | 1 L SVEDKA RASPBERRY | 1 L

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BEHIND THE BAR Sit outside this summer and sip on creative cocktails at StoneWater Golf Club and Rustic Grill.

UNFOREGETTABLE

There’s a lot on the menu at StoneWater Golf Club besides golf. BY MICHAEL PRAMIK

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TAPAS & TEQUILA TASTING: L. RESOLUTION PHOTOGRAPHY

Cocktails

KATHRYN NEIDUS: MIKE PRAMIK; BUCKNER’S SINGLE BARREL: MIKE PRAMIK; TEQUILA LIME CHEESECAKE: L. RESOLUTION PHOTOGRAPHY

With a full restaurant, a separate outdoor bar, an events room, and a top-notch golf course, the three sisters who own StoneWater Golf Club and Rustic Grill restaurant in the east-side Cleveland suburb of Highland Heights are a long drive ahead of most golf course’s 19th-hole offerings. But there’s more, especially for spirits lovers. Kathryn, Lindsey, and Whitney Neidus, the owners who invested in StoneWater in 2015, also offer cocktailmaking classes, spirits-themed dinners, and separate cocktail menus in their dining locations throughout the year. For instance, StoneWater held a Pork & Bourbon event in February, a fivecourse dinner that executive chef Kathryn Neidus prepared with pork provided by farmer James Hamilton of nearby Lenox Township. Bourbon pours, curated by local spirits expert Lorilei Bailey, included offerings from Jefferson’s Ocean, Rabbit Hole, Willett, Eagle Rare, and Augusta Distillery Buckner’s Limited Edition. The $150 menu included hors d’oeuvres, a pre-dinner cocktail, and a take-home treat. The 30-some customers were able to ask in-depth questions of their hosts and the vendors. “We like to keep these events smaller and exclusive,” said Whitney Neidus, StoneWater’s general manager. “A lot of times people who come to these have a passion for whatever the spirit is. So, we want to have them talk to the spirits expert and the chef.” “The regular diner might not know it, but Kathryn and whomever is pouring the spirits go on this journey all night with them,” said Lindsey Neidus, StoneWater’s marketing director. Check the calendar often. StoneWater schedules special cocktail classes and events as the schedule allows and the popular events fill up quickly. Spirits-paired dinners and cocktail classes are held in The Venue, StoneWater’s events space. Although StoneWater is a semiprivate golf club, the course is open to some public play, and the public is always welcome at the club’s Rustic Grill restaurant and its outdoor bar, The Yard. StoneWater also has a publicly available club-fitting and player development facility called the Linksman House. Last year, StoneWater introduced The Yard, a large, outdoor gathering space separate from the main dining room. Located off StoneWater’s 10th tee, The Yard is open from Memorial Day and into the fall. It has a fully stocked bar that offers its own cocktail menu as well as pre-made drinks from Duck Island Cocktails. On Fridays and Saturdays from Memorial Day through the fall, The Yard also features live music in the evening, and guests are

Kathryn Neidus offers bites to go with their cocktails.

Tasting events are popular at StoneWater.

End your meal with the popular tequila lime cheesecake made with a salted caramel crust and topped with agave syrup. Ohio Department of Commerce

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The Cedar Fire Old Fashioned is a favorite of guests.

permitted to order from the restaurant in a carryout capacity and, on select nights, from food trucks or the Rustic Grille Stand. “We wanted it to be like you were going to your best friend’s backyard,” Lindsey Neidus said. “There are no reservations — it’s very casual.” She said The Yard encourages families to explore the open space, and customers are welcome to bring their dogs and let them roam as well. The sisters have even branched out into production, bottling Spiked Apple Cider in the fall and a mulled wine, which they call Cleveland Glogg, around the Christmas holiday. And they’re always keeping an eye out for new features to add. One of StoneWater’s most-requested cocktails is the Cedar Fire Old Fashion. The bartender smokes the glass with wood chips before adding bourbon flavored with sugar and bitters. The ice cube has an orange slice and Luxardo cherry inside, and the garnish is a piece of house-cured bacon. “My sisters and I have traveled a lot, and we continue to go out to places and eat, whether it’s fine dining or a local dive bar,” said Lindsey Neidus. “We make cocktails approachable but with layers of flavor, without trying to be something we’re not.”

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Thoughtfully crafted itineraries incorporate three cities for a perfect bourbon excursion—distinctive distilleries, mouth-watering culinary offerings, and bourbon-centric attractions & lodging.

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Cool down this summer with this fresh vodka cocktail that will be served at The Yard.

BLUEBERRY LEMON FIZZ 1 1/2 oz. blueberry vodka 1 /2 oz. limoncello 1 /2 oz. blueberry simple syrup 2 oz. lemonade Sparkling water Ice cubes 1 lemon wheel Blueberries for garnish Pour the first four ingredients into a rocks glass over ice. Fill the remaining glass with sparkling water. Add lemon wheel and blueberries for garnish.

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Trees shade the grounds at Indian Creek Distillery.

History TASTE

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WITH EVERY SIP BY DIANA RANKIN

sing a 200-year-old family recipe, artisanal spring water, and ancestral operating stills, history is distilled in every sip of the award-winning whiskeys at Indian Creek Distillery. Located among the scenic hills of the tree-lined Indian Creek in Miami County’s Bethel Township, the distillery offers Legendary Ohio Frontier Whiskeys.

The Stillhouse is located on the beautifully preserved family farm. The historic Staley Mill Farm treats visitors to a breath of fresh country air while they enjoy authentic whiskey in the manner of their ancestors. “We use the original copper pot stills that my ancestor, Elias Staley, used 200 years ago,” said Missy Duer, who, along with her husband Joe, owns and operates the OhioDepartment Departmentof ofCommerce Commerce Ohio

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character,” Joe said. The rye and corn are sourced from a local farmer, and the stills are hand cleaned and greased, infusing historic accuracy into the spirits. Even the bottling gets special attention. “We apply every label by hand and continue the process by dipping the bottle into wax to seal,” Joe added. “Our whiskeys are non-chilled filtered. Our entire distillation process is truly artisan — an authentic, historic heritage distillation.” Keeping in the tradition of Missy’s ancestors, a variety of spirits can be found at Indian Creek Distillery. Rye and rum were the two spirits of choice in early America. Elias Staley White Rye Whiskey, is made from a 200-year-old mash bill that was saved by Missy’s great-grandfather, George Washington Staley. “Our 1820 Bourbon is a 100-proof, smooth and stylish drinking partner with a

The Staley brothers pictured in the 1800s.

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distillery. The historic stills, which were hidden on the second floor of a warehouse by one of Missy’s great-grandfathers during Prohibition, were reclaimed by the Duers in 2012. They brought back to life the family’s dream of putting the spirit of America in a bottle. “After slumbering for 92 years, we woke up the old sleeping stills, gave them a good bath, and put the old girls to work,” Missy joked. Today, Indian Creek Distillery is the only family-owned historic artisan distillery in the United States using original 1820 stills and the old-fashioned double copper distilling method. The new Amish-built stillhouse sits across the road from the original that once served Ohio’s pioneers and the Native Americans of the region. “Our whiskeys are truly small batch and thoughtfully crafted with old-school

In 1818, Missy’s great-greatgrandfather Elias Staley and his two brothers built a grist mill along Indian Creek. The excess grain provided the defining opportunity for Elias to build a distillery. For the next 45 years until his death, Elias provided settlers and Native Americans with a mill for grinding grain into both flour and Staley Rye Whiskey. The whiskey was delivered to local customers by the gallon jug and barrels were purchased by saloons and general stores. Barrels of whiskey were even delivered to Union soldiers during the Civil War. Following Elias’ passing in 1866, his sons Andrew, John, and Simon continued to operate the distillery. The legendary Ohio Staley Whiskey, which now included bourbon, remained popular until Prohibition, when the new federal law stopped production. The copper pot stills lay hidden from sight on the second floor of the warehouse, with the original rye mash bill written on a piece of paper — preserved for future generations. It took six generations until Missy Duer and husband Joe resurrected history and are once again crafting some mighty fine frontier whiskey.

Take home a bottle of the 1820 Bourbon.

Grab a seat inside the tasting room.

legacy and essence as old as our family history,” said Missy. The sophisticated bourbon delivers a long-lasting, warm finish that brighten as the rye delivers a soft “kiss,” allowing the oak and smoke to become tasting partners. Another favorite is the American BondHouse Bourbon — a deep, dark, and delicious 120-proof cask-strength whiskey. Aromatic with rich toffee notes, a sip of this whiskey evokes nostalgia as the palate highlights an oaky caramel with the

lingering softness of pipe smoke. “Our American BondHouse Bourbon is extremely smooth and approachable for a high-proof bourbon,” Joe said. The newest customer favorite is Seven Staleys American Bourbon Whiskey, named in homage to the seven generations of the Staley family who’ve produced whiskey. Carmony Duer Goecke, Missy and Joe’s daughter, is the latest family member to take up the tradition.

mojito gsblu spritzers Fresh Blueberries 2 oz8GS Liqueur (BLU, Giava, or Citro) 6 Mint Leaves 3 ozLime Tonic Water ¾ oz Fresh Juice ¼ oz Blueberry Pour over Ice Puree in a Wine Glass 1 ozFinish Simple Syrup with a Citrus Slice

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Gently muddle first five Be ingredients. Add rum and shake with ice. Float BLU on top.

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Citro is a flavorful Italianesque citrus liqueur with orange, lemon, and lime. Giava is a coffee liqueur infusion with locally roasted beans and tantalizing sweetness.

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Gervasi Vineyard’s newest liqueurs, Citro and Giava, both add just the right amount of that something special to mixed drinks or as an after-dinner treat.

1½ oz Spiced Rum 1 oz BLU Blueberry Liquor

THE BON VIVANT 1 1/2 oz. Elias Staley White Rye Whiskey 3 /4 oz. St. Germain Liqueur 3 /4 oz. dry vermouth 1 /2 tsp. Cointreau 1 orange twist or basil leaf Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice. Shake, strain into a coupe glass, and add garnish.

PURPLE RAIN 2 oz. of Elias Staley White Rye Whiskey 1 tsp. crème de violette 1 /2 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 tsp. grated lemon zest 1 lavender sprig Chilled soda water

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Add whiskey, crème de violette, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice. Shake well. In a Collins glass, add a handful of ice, strain the liquid from your cocktail shaker over the ice, pour in soda water to fill the glass, and stir lightly with a long spoon. Sprinkle grated lemon zest on top of the cocktail and garnish with a lavender sprig.

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ager to sample liquors from some of Ohio’s most noted and newest distillers? Follow the new Columbus Distillery Trail, a free digital pass that guides you to craft distilleries across the city. Get the pass on your phone on experiencecolumbus.com/fun and check in at each stop. After four stops, you earn a Simple Times Mixer, an all-natural cocktail mixer perfect for crafting cocktails at home. Checking in at all seven stops will earn you a soft Columbus Distillery Trail T-shirt and bragging rights when you wear it. The trail was created by Experience Columbus, the city’s convention and visitor bureau, to encourage craft spirits lovers to experiment and explore different distilleries. “We are happy to highlight the award-winning distilleries in our city,” said Michelle Wilson, Director of Visitor Experience for Experience Columbus. “For residents, this is a fun way to discover local flavors with friends and family. For visitors, the trail is easy to navigate and in just a

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Taste creative flavors at 451 Spirits.

day or two, they can earn a Simple Times Mixer prize, and discover the quality and craftsmanship we have in Columbus.” 451 Spirits feels like a hidden gem, tucked into a small building that’s off the beaten path in Clintonville. Take a tour to discover their unique lineup of spirits, all clad in colorful and kooky labels. Look for their signature Boneshaker Whiskey or their 451 Spirits Pipe Dream rum. 451 Spirits also loves to tinker and collaborate, so their roster is rounded out with experimental offerings like Rice Whiskey or whiskeys aged in barrels from BrewDog. Be sure to visit their small gallery featuring local artists. You can find Echo Spirits Distilling Co. down a side street in Grandview. Their long, narrow cocktail bar offers plenty of space to kick back with a spirited beverage. The menu rotates seasonally, but it typically includes specialty drinks, tasting flights, and even zero-proof mocktails. Echo excels at unique spirits like rye whiskey,

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Enjoy sunny weather on the patio at High Bank Distillery.

Sip on bourbon at Endeavor Brewing & Spirits.

pineapple rum, and genever, a Dutch spirit that marries the botanical richness of gin with the sweet backbone of a malt whiskey. Not far from Echo Spirits you’ll find Endeavor Brewing & Spirits, a brewery that added a distillery a couple years ago. Their taproom is a popular hangout for beers, snacks, and spirits. Their initial lineup of spirits featured an unaged rum, botanical gin, vodka, and dry gin, and recently they’ve even branched out into barreled spirits like an aged rum and gin,

a bourbon whiskey, and a malt whiskey. High Bank Distillery in Grandview is a full-service restaurant serving lunch, brunch, and dinner, with a big front patio for summer nights. Their menu highlights creative American fare, so you can pair your cocktail with everything from spicy chicken sandwiches to mushroom ricotta pizzas. Sip on their vodka, gins, and an award-winning collection of whiskeys. Middle West Spirits in the Short North Arts District was Columbus’

first modern distillery. Since their establishment in 2008, they’ve garnered multiple awards for their portfolio of vodkas, gins, and whiskeys all based around Ohio ingredients. Visit their bottle shop to snag selections like the Michelone Reserve bourbon, honey vanilla bean vodka, or Vim & Petal gin. Book a tour of Noble Cut Distillery’s production facility and taproom in Gahanna to learn the full distilling process and then taste their portfolio. They draw

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Add a floral garnish to cocktails made with Middle West Spirits’ Vim & Petal gin.

MIDDLE WEST SPIRITS: JONATHEN ADKINS; NOBLE CUT DISTILLERY: NOBLE CUT DISTILLERY

on decades of tradition to craft vodka, flavored whiskeys, and their signature cellos in lemon, lime, grapefruit, and orange varieties. Watershed Distillery features a full restaurant and bar attached to their distillery. Schedule a tour and tasting, then stick around for cocktails or dinner from their accomplished chefs. On the way out, visit the bottle shop to purchase their notable Four Peel gin, bourbon, apple brandy, or Nocino walnut liqueur.

Cocktails made with Noble Cut Distillery’s vodka are perfect for warm summer days.

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Experience GOLDEN BARREL

Finding the Golden Barrel gave our winner a memorable time.

Chelsey L., who found the Golden Barrel in the Winter issue of 42+, went to the Yellowstone Select barrel pick in Columbus on March 31. We talked with her about her experience.

How did you feel when you found out you won? I was totally elated! I’m the type of person who rarely, if ever, wins anything, let alone something rather exclusive like a barrel tasting. I’ve never participated in anything like a barrel tasting and selection, so as the day approached, I was equal parts nervous and excited, but I had a really great time! What did you think about the tasting experience? I’ve never attended a tasting event before, so initially I felt a little bit like I was in over my head, but everyone around me did an amazing job walking me through the steps and samples, and helping me to isolate the different flavor profiles of the samples. I would participate in another tasting event in a heartbeat to further my knowledge and develop my palate.

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Could you taste the varieties? One of the flavors that stuck out most to me and the others ended up being our barrel selection for the day. It smelled the most appealing, and had notes of something like orange marmalade upon sampling it. It gave that good proper “Kentucky Hug.” After a bit of practice I started being able to pick up on the different taste varieties. I’m very grateful that there was a knowledgeable crew around me to help me learn and hone in on the different taste varieties. What did you learn? First and foremost, not only are these events very educational, but they are really, really fun. I was surrounded by a lot of awesome individuals who helped me learn so much about distillation, flavor profiles, and honestly, the whole process from top to bottom.

Search for this issue’s hidden Golden Barrel so you can take part in a future barrel selection with OHLQ. Once you find the hidden barrel, log onto OHLQ.com and click on the Golden Barrel link. See page 2 in this issue for more details. Good luck!