The Perfect Cocktail to Celebrate International Women’s Day
In honor of International Women’s Day, Nathielly DeOliveira of Committee created the Tropic Nose Dive cocktail featuring Revolution Rye.
Mad River Distillers “Equal Parts” Cocktails
Check out Mad River Distillers 6 equal parts cocktails that will be top-of-mind the next time you ponder what cocktail to make at home.
George Washington Was a Rye Distiller
Did you know that George Washington was a commercial distiller and once had one of the largest whiskey distilleries in the country? The spirit he made most was a whiskey made from rye, corn and malted barley. Learn more about this, and the Mad River Distillers spirit that this history inspired.
When to Stir, When to Shake, and When to Rattle and Roll.
For those who are new to making cocktails, a top question is when you should shake or stir. What does stirring do that shaking doesn’t?
New and Classic Cocktails to Make with Modifiers
Here are new and classic cocktails recipes to try using Mad River Distillers spirits and spirited modifiers (or mixers).
Valentine’s Day Cocktail Recipes
Here are 5 truly charming (and tasty) cocktail creations to give you and your loved one all the warm-and-fuzzies this Valentine’s Day.
Top Spirited Modifiers to Upgrade Your Cocktail Game
At Mad River Distillers, we often experiment with spirited modifiers (or mixers) to create delicious cocktails using our spirits, so we wanted to share the top recommendations to upgrade your cocktail game when using our bourbon, rye or rum.
Rum in the Cold Seasons? You Bet!
Rum can be enjoyed during any season, even in the winter! Here are some of Mad River's favorite rum recipes to make during the cold season.
Burlington Tasting Room Holiday Gift Guide
Need some gift ideas? Mad River Distillers' 2021 Holiday Gift Guide has you covered with great gifts for cocktail lovers.
Hopscotch: A Hoppy Collaboration
Hopscotch is created using a favorite local product—craft beer! Learn about this year’s collaboration with Zero Gravity.
Perfect Cocktail Pairings for Your Thanksgiving Dinner
From pre-dinner drinks to full-flavor cocktails and post-dinner sippers, we’ve picked our top cocktail pairings for your Thanksgiving holiday.
Cocktail Dos & Don’ts: Top Tips from the Mad River Team
There are do’s and don’ts when it comes to making a good cocktail. Here, we tap into the Mad River team’s cocktail-making expertise to offer you our top tips for creating excellent cocktails from home.
Must-Have Items For Your Home Bar
Barware comes in both “need to have” and “nice to have” categories. Here, we share our “must have” items to set your home bar up for success.
Source Spotlight: Kelvin Cooperage
Among the most significant decisions a distillery can make is who they partner with for barrels. A lot of facets impact the flavor of a spirit, but the barrel can make or break the flavor. Learn about Kelvin Cooperage and how their barrels help impart the distinctive flavors in our spirits.
Source Spotlight: Wood’s Vermont Syrup Company
Learn how Mad River Distiller's partnership with Wood's Vermont Syrup Company results in two excellent products—Rum Barrel Aged Maple Syrup and Maple Cask Rum.
The Difference Between Mad River’s Rums
Learn the difference between our five Mad River rums, what makes each of them unique, and some suggested cocktails you can mix at home.
What is a Control State?
If you’re a purveyor of alcohol—whether beer, wine or liquor—then you may have heard of the term “Control State.” What exactly does that mean? Well, it’s not a nod to […]
Bartender Spotlight Series: Emily Morton of The 126
Have you discovered The 126? Located at 126 College Street in Burlington, Vermont is The 126. Step inside and you will discover a bustling cocktail lounge filled with soft jazz […]
Bartender Spotlight Series: Kate Wise of Juniper Bar at Hotel VT
“For the love of god please refrigerate your vermouth!”. That was the one thing Kate Wise of Juniper Bar at Hotel Vermont wanted to make sure I put in this […]
What exactly is Rum, anyway?
Rum, Defined Spirit categories can be nebulous and confusing. Some spirits, like gin, must make use of specific ingredients. Others, like bourbon and rye, must use certain ingredients and be […]
