To celebrate National Whiskey Day, we’re rounding up several distilleries and eateries where you can get your whiskey fix.
Celebrate National Whiskey Day NOLA Style
From tasting flights, tours, and even a Bourbon club, you’re sure to find something to meet your whiskey needs in New Orleans.
Bourbon House
Home of the New Orleans Bourbon Society, Bourbon House really does know all about Bourbon. Hosting one of the largest collections of Bourbon in America, you can even find Bourbon on their dessert menu with sweet treats such as the "Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch" and "Bourbon Chocolate Sno-Ball."
Join the New Orleans Bourbon Society online (it’s complimentary), and you can get a free pour of their Bourbon of the month, every month. The dining menu offers plenty of Cajun and Creole classics with lots of seafood options, including oysters from their oyster bar.
Seven Three Distilling Company
Owned and operated by Eileen and Sas Bivalacqua, Seven Three Distilling Company was named for the 73 diverse neighborhoods of New Orleans. Currently offering vodka, gin and whiskey, the distillery will be introducing the new Bywater Bourbon this year, made with Louisiana-grown ingredients.
Seven Three Distilling Company offers tours for $15, which include a tour of the distillery, spirit tasting, and a welcome cocktail. The distillery ships nationwide (and international through certain retail partners). Enjoy the To-Go Happy Hour at home via pick-up (hand sanitizer is available for pick-up as well).
Barrel Proof
Located in the Lower Garden District, Barrel Proof is the perfect spot if you want to explore your spirit options. With over 300 whiskeys, including international selections from countries such as Japan, France and India, you’ll find something to your whiskey taste.
Barrel Proof offers food selections from local restaurants Matchbook Kitchen (Saturday through Monday) and QuePasta (Tuesday through Friday). Stop by for Happy Hour from 4 p.m.-5 p.m. for a $5 Old Fashioned.
NOLA Distillery
This award-winning distillery specializes in handcrafted spirits perfect for cocktails. Producing vodka, rye and whiskey, NOLA Distillery draws inspiration from the history of New Orleans. The newly remodeled tasting room and distillery host various events and daily tours that start at $15 and operate from noon-6 p.m.
St. Ann Wine & Whiskey Bar
This Mandeville bar offers a lively atmosphere with an open outdoor patio and live music on select nights. St. Ann Wine & Whiskey Bar is home to over 60 types of whiskey and Bourbon, including a selection of international imports. Enjoy your whiskey with their imaginative tapas menu featuring menu items like the Mini Angus Meatballs or the Crabmeat Queso.
