Vermont Business Magazine Barr Hill Gin, the most awarded gin in the United States and #1 selling gin in Vermont, announces that the bar at its Gin Lane Distillery is a semifinalist for the prestigious James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar, a recognition of excellence in the culinary world. Barr Hill is one of only two distilleries nominated for the esteemed award and the only distillery nominated that boasts national distribution.
Barr Hill Gin’s Distillery also becomes the first Vermont bar to receive a nomination in the Outstanding Bar category, underscoring the state's growing prominence in the culinary and spirits industries.
“We are deeply honored by this recognition by the James Beard Foundation," said Patrick Amice, general manager of hospitality operations at Barr Hill Gin Distillery. "Being one of only two distilleries recognized is a testament to what is so amazing about our team. While other bars have every ingredient at their disposal, we get to really focus on a world-class spirit that is made here in Vermont."
At the heart of the Distillery's bar program is a dedication to crafting cocktails that transcend the ordinary, while its food program focuses on seasonal pairings and showcases the finest ingredients, sourced directly from Vermont's rich agricultural landscape.
“We are inspired by the flavors and terroir of Vermont,” Amice said. “Our menu and cocktail program at the distillery endeavors to reconnect cocktail culture to its agricultural roots.”
Visitors to the Distillery on Gin Lane in Montpelier can also experience behind-the-scenes tours and tastings, in-depth cocktail classes and educational pairings, a shop full of Distillery-only exclusives – such as limited edition spirits and merchandise – as well as hallmark events including its annual Tropical Week, taking place February 24, 2024 through March 3, 2024.
Winners of the James Beard Awards will be announced at the Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on June 10, 2024.
ABOUT BARR HILL
Barr Hill is an award-winning, super-premium spirits brand made by the Montpelier, Vermont-based distillery, Caledonia Spirits. Barr Hill started in 2011 when Ryan Christiansen—now head distiller of Barr Hill—met beekeeper Todd Hardie who was using raw honey in his small production winery. A decade later and now the team has grown and moved into a state of the art, sustainably built distillery and bar spread across five acres, producing America’s most awarded gin—all centered around regional raw honey and helping pollinators. Barr Hill currently produces three spirits – Barr Hill Gin, Barr Hill Reserve Tom Cat Gin, and Barr Hill Vodka.
ABOUT THE JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION
The James Beard Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to celebrate, support, and elevate the people behind America’s food culture and champion a standard of good food anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability. Established in 1990, the James Beard Awards are among the nation’s most prestigious culinary honors. The Awards recognize leaders in the culinary and food media industries,honoring exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media, and broader food system, as well as a demonstrated commitment to racial and gender equity, community, sustainability, and a culture where all can thrive.
Source: 2.14.2024. Montpelier, Vermont - Barr Hill Gin
