Known for creative dishes, an awesome happy hour (the Painless1099 guys cited it as a favorite) and tons of draft beer, Savory Grain is fast becoming a Broad Street staple. This week, bar manager Colin King gave us a behind the scenes look at the cocktail menu and leaves sage advice for new bartenders.
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Behind the Bar: Michael Hanbury of comfort
Conversation, Richmond, CocktailsCommentMichael Hanbury recently returned to his hometown of Richmond, Virginia after an extended stay in Greensboro & Raleigh which left him an expert in Southern-style food & hospitality. Now bar manager of comfort, Hanbury's 16 years of bartending experience brings a fresh flavor to the cocktail menu (some of which include yours truly).
Two Perfect Cocktails for New Year's Eve
CocktailsCommentBartenders Will Witherow of Copperwood Tavern and Gregg Brooks of Comfort designed their big batch cocktails in equal parts delicious and simple to get the party moving with minimal stress.
5 Must-Try Holiday Moonshine Cocktails
Cocktails1 CommentThanksgiving Cocktail: Pecan Pie Old Fashioned
CocktailsCommentThe third week in November officially kicks off the hectic holiday season. But have no fear! This week we stopped by Belle & James where one of Richmond's most beloved bartenders, Sean Rapoza, mixed up a boozy treat to help take the edge off.
Interview: Matt Rho
Richmond, Conversation, ProcessCommentMatt Rho, a former New York City private equity investor turned entrepreneur is a partner at up-and-coming Shockoe Atelier. Today we stopped by their 15th Street location to talk startups, denim, the principles of Bushido and boxer briefs.
Gregg Brooks: Home Bar Essentials
Process1 CommentLong gone are the days of your friends showing up to the house and being handed a shot of Kentucky Gentleman and a Bud. It’s time to step up your game. No fear, you can keep it simple and begin with the basics and add on as you get comfortable making that terrible face you’re bound to make as you shake the the heck out of an egg white cocktail.
Cocktail Classics: The Sour
CocktailsCommentParty Cocktail: Richmond 2015
CocktailsCommentAs the UCI Road World Championship Races enters into it’s final weekend, all eyes turn with anticipation to the hometown of our premium spirit, Richmond. Whether you are heading out to cheer on the cyclists along the 10 mile course or gathering at home to watch with friends, the appropriate beverage will help make the experience next-level.