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Category: Distilleries

Oakley Brothers' Distillery: Where Magic is Made in the Form of Delicious Spirits

By Chris Flook on Feb. 14, 2019

While Indiana’s craft beer and wineries get well deserved attention, a growing number of entrepreneurs are quietly developing the Hoosier State’s craft spirits. One of the top new distilleries in Indiana is Oakley Brothers' Distillery in Anderson. After operating for years in Edgewood, Jason and…

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7 Indiana Distilleries Serving Unique Artisan Spirits

By Amy Lynch on Feb. 14, 2019

Indiana’s thriving artisan distilleries are worth raising a glass to — cheers! The seven Indiana distilleries below are favorites of locals and visitors alike. Hotel Tango Tom Collins Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery 702 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis; 317-653-1806; hoteltangowhiskey.com Overview: U.S…

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Sip, Taste & Delight at French Lick Winery & Spirits of French Lick

By Chris Flook on Jan. 08, 2019

Because of changes in Indiana’s laws in recent years, both wineries and distilleries have begun to flourish as one of the state’s newest attractions. We recently had the chance to visit the French Lick Winery and the Spirits of French Lick Distillery in, you guessed it, French Lick, Indiana…

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You've Heard of Breweries & Wineries, But Have You Tried This Locally Made Hard Cider?

By Marilyn Culler on Nov. 15, 2018

The apple takes center stage year-round at Ash & Elm Cider Company. Wandering into this orchard of big apple flavors, I found myself entranced with the simplicity, richness and complexity of hard cider. Ash & Elm uses a mixture of apples - around 60 varieties - from fresh, pressed-on-demand apple…

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Raise Your Spirits at Central Indiana's Newest Distillery

By Amy Lynch on Aug. 23, 2018

One of Indy’s most prominent craft beer producers is branching out into the world of friendly spirits. Sun King Spirits, a showy 15,000-square-foot distillery/tasting room/food hall showplace, opened in July. The building cuts a dashing figure along the Monon Trail as it passes through Midtown…

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Sip & Sample 38 Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries on Tastings Tuesday

By Visit Indiana on Apr. 12, 2018

Tastings Tuesday will see discounts at 38 Indiana wineries, breweries, cideries and meaderies on May 8. With discounts at 38 locations, Tastings Tuesday is a great day to get out and sample local beverages during Visit Indiana Week. A fast-growing industry in the Hoosier State, Indiana…

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Visit Indiana Week Road Rally: Southern Indiana Day 2

By Chris Flook on May 10, 2017

Day 2 of the Visit Indiana Week Road Rally saw the caravan visiting the Falls of the Ohio State Park, Huber's Orchard and Winery (and Starlight Distillery), Indiana Caverns, New Albany, and Brooklyn and the Butcher. See photo highlights below:…

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Barns, Bottles & Barrels: Huber Orchard, Winery & Vineyards

By Visit Indiana on Oct. 26, 2016

This article was written for Indy Boomer Magazine by Indiana Office of Tourism Development director of communications Amy Howell. Acres of grapes line the drive as you pull into the magnificent grounds of Huber Winery. But there’s more than just grapes at Huber. It’s a farm, an orchard, a winery, a…

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Taste Indiana Spirits at the State Museum

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 31, 2016

This is a guest blog from Christine Totten of the Indiana State Museum. 200 years is certainly something to celebrate, and this October, you can celebrate Indiana’s Bicentennial in style at the third annual Indiana Spirits. Join us on October 1, 2016 for an evening of food, drinks and Hoosier fun…

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