Todd Thrasher, General Manager, Sommelier & Liquid Savant of Alexandria’s Restaurant Eve, is a lover of many things—scuba diving, the island of Bonaire, playing golf and cooking. Most importantly, however, is his love for the creation of the perfect artisan cocktail and his knowledge of wine.
Cocktails,Conversation
Introducing: Belle Isle 100
ConversationCommentOur third and strongest Premium Moonshine, "Belle Isle 100”, launched this week to rave reviews from our fans and favorite local bartenders. In this week’s blog, Jay Bayer, owner and cocktail connoisseur of Richmond's Saison, gave us his two-cents on how he’ll be using the 100 proof spirit. If you would like to pick up a bottle and try some of Jay's techniques for yourself, a list of Virginia ABC locations who carry Belle Isle 100 can be found here. Cheers!
Featured Cocktail: Mo Heat O
CocktailsCommentThis week you heard a little about what Chris Tsui likes to eat when he dines at his restaurants. Next time you head over to Foo Dog to check out the Malaysian Ramen, make sure you pair it with this spicy cocktail.
Interview: Chris Tsui
ConversationCommentWe are always interested in and inspired by other people who choose to run their businesses in Richmond. In the case of Chris Tsui, he doesn’t just run one business, but five restaurants in and around Richmond. In the last 11 years, Tsui of EAT Restaurant Partners has made Richmond a more vibrant and delicious place to live, so today we get inside his head to learn more about this serial restaurant entrepreneur.
Featured Cocktail: The Hutch
CocktailsCommentFeatured Cocktail: Smoked Moonshine Old Fashioned
CocktailsCommentMattias Hägglund: Cocktail List
CocktailsCommentI’m Mattias Hägglund, bartender at Heritage in the Fan district of Richmond, Virginia, and the folks at Belle Isle Craft Spirits have asked me to take over their blog for the day to talk about how I design a cocktail list. When I’m putting together a drink list there’s always a few things I consider:
Apple Pie Moonshine Infusion
CocktailsCommentOur 12 Days of Infusions was such a big hit, we've decided to share 1 more infusion!
For this special day, we've got another amazing infusion from the one and onlyBeth Dixon. Beth heads up the cocktail program at Pasture, an epicurean staple in downtown Richmond, VA.
Day 12 - Charred Satsuma & Cinnamon Infused Moonshine
CocktailsCommentTo close out our 12 Days of Infusions with a bang, we've got a Charred Satsuma & Cinnamon infusion from Justin Ross. Justin is owner (and Advanced Sommelier) of Parallel 38, a fantastic Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Charlottesville, VA.To close out our 12 Days of Infusions with a bang, we've got a Charred Satsuma & Cinnamon infusion from Justin Ross. Justin is owner (and Advanced Sommelier) of Parallel 38, a fantastic Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located in Charlottesville, VA.
Day 11 - Rice & Spice Infused Moonshine
CocktailsCommentWelcome back to Day 11 of our 12 Days of Infusions series!
Today we've got a fantastic toasted rice & cinnamon infusion from friend and industry legend, Todd Thrasher. Todd is proprietor of Restaurant Eve, The Majestic, PX & Society Fair - some of Northern Virginia's most innovative dining and cocktail spots.