by Litchfield Distillery | Aug 13, 2019 | Mixology Spirit, News
In this edition of Mixology Spirit we speak with JD Altobello who tells us about his startup journey with RIPE® and his passion for cocktails–all while building a delicious cocktail called the Basil Lemonade Fizz. RIPE produces fresh, cold-pressed juices that...
by Litchfield Distillery | Apr 29, 2019 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit, News
In this edition of Mixology Spirit we mixed things up by inviting Lupo Passero, an accomplished herbalist, educator and flower practitioner to our conversation about creative cocktail making. As you’ll see below, Lupo’s work and impact is far ranging and...
by Litchfield Distillery | Mar 14, 2019 | Mixology Spirit, News
In this edition of Mixology Spirit we visit with MeKayla Roy to learn about her love for cocktail making. She works at Zohara Mediterranean Kitchen in West Hartford. The restaurant offers an innovative menu, drawing influence and inspiration from North Africa, the...
by Litchfield Distillery | Dec 6, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit, News
In this edition of Mixology Spirit we visit with Dan Rek to learn about his Spirit of Hard Work and love of cocktails. We admire Dan because he is committed to continuous learning and follows his curiosity. He puts in the time to build his knowledge and loves to...
by Litchfield Distillery | Oct 14, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit, News
Welcome to Mixology Spirit. In this edition we visit with Dave Blomberg to learn about his passion for cocktail making and the inspiration behind his startup, CT Cocktail Car. Dave built us a delicious Blackberry Bourbon Sour, while working out of his classic 1974...
by Litchfield Distillery | Aug 8, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit
Welcome to Mixology Spirit. In this edition we visit with Michela Zurstadt to learn more about her inspiration for making amazing cocktails. Michela built us a drink called the Golden Gun, a variation of the Vesper. It was delicious, crisp and clean–lovely to...
by Litchfield Distillery | May 24, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit
Welcome to Mixology Spirit. In this edition we sat down with Khalid Willliams of Farmington, CT as he built a unique cocktail called, the Maizerunner’s Oil. His inspiration for this drink came from imagining what a field worker or cooper might enjoy during their...
by Litchfield Distillery | Apr 2, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit
In this edition of Mixology Spirit, we sat down to discuss the bartending life with Craig Ventrice as he built a delicious cocktail called, The Moneymaker. Batchers: Where do you work and what’s your role? Craig: I am the Bar and Beverage Manager for Bill...
by Litchfield Distillery | Mar 1, 2018 | Cocktails, Mixology Spirit
Batchers: Where do you work and what’s your role? Christine: I am a Mixologist at Zaragoza Restaurant in New Milford CT. I am also a part-time Pastry/Tournant Chef from time to time. Batchers: How long have you been mixing cocktails? Christine: I have been in the...
