Winter Cocktails Mixology Class

Looking to fine tune your cocktail skills at home this holiday season? Just looking for a fun date night out? Get schooled on how to make craft cocktails using locally made spirits. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a complimentary welcome punch before we get down to business. You'll get a brief tour of our distillery, and then head to our stillhouse for an in-depth mixology class with Christine Bossalini, our very own bartender &amp; spirits specialist. Our class will cover everything you need to know on how to properly make holiday cocktails at home. Learn about mixology techniques, tools, glassware, garnishes, and everything in between. You’ll practice your skills by making two wintery cocktails featuring Short Path Distillery spirits, and last but certainly not least… sample your creations! If you want to stick around after the class, you can head over to our cocktail bar which will be open to the public until 11:30pm. Or you can make a reservation at our&nbsp;<a href="https://shortpathdistillery.com/barrelhouse-bar/">Barrelhouse Bar</a>, which is open on Friday evenings. Note: A ticket must be purchased in order to attend this event. This class size is extremely limited (only 18 seats available) and expected to sell out.&nbsp;Due to the limited class size, WE DO NOT ACCEPT REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON.&nbsp;This class takes place in our production facility which means it's not temperature controlled.&nbsp;Please dress accordingly.

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Cabin Fever Party

Sick of being stuck inside all winter? Time to break free and thaw out at our Cabin Fever Party. Join us for a cozy, whiskey-fueled escape as we release four whiskeys to warm your spirits and chase away those winter blues. 4 NEW WHISKEYS One wasn't enough and once we got started we just couldn't stop. ***Cinnamon Whiskey Release limited edition ***Orange Chocolate Whiskey Release limited edition ***Straight American Single Malt Whiskey Rebrand ***CASK STRENGTH American Single Malt Whiskey Release Bottles will be available for sale starting at 1pm. And we're giving out a FREE BRANDED BARREL STAVE to the first 25 whiskey bottle buyers of the day. SPECIAL COCKTAILS &amp; FLIGHTS Old Fashoioned Flights? Yup. Manhattan Flights? Yup. Whiskey tasting flights yup? We're curating a very special new menu of whiskey cocktails and flights for one day only. SLOPPY JOE POP UP It's not just about the whiskey. The perfect pairing for your winter craving: Good ole' Sloppy Joes. <a href="https://blacktonguefood.com/">Black Tongue</a> will be here from 3-8pm with the best in town. Vegetarian options also available! FREE TASTINGS We're pouring free samples of our new rebranded Straight American Single Malt Whiskey at our store all day long. Whether you've tried it before and can't get enough or haven't had a taste yet, swing by and get a sample! We can't wait for you to taste these new whiskeys and party with us!

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Rom Com Trivia

Valentine's Day is around this corner which means one thing... it's rom com season. Put your knowledge to the test and join us for a rom com trivia night on Valentine's Day!<ul><li>Team up with groups of up to 6 people</li><li>Compete for the chance to win gift cards ($10, $20, and $30 gift cards)</li><li>Cocktails available for purchase</li><li>Special Valentine's themed drinks!</li><li>Bring your own food or order from our menu</li><li>Dog-friendly heated patio open</li><li>RSVP mandatory to play!</li></ul>

Maine Squeeze: A Valentine's Party

Lobster, love and a side of gin? Yes please! You, your lover(s) and your friends are cordiallly invited to Maine Squeeze, a Valentine's Party celebrating New England food and drink. Whether it’s a romantic date night, a fun gals’ night out, or a solo escape, everyone is welcome to join the festivities. COUSINS MAINE LOBSTER The world famous lobster pop-up will be joining us from 5-9pm. Expect lobster rolls, lobster tots, and more. Their lobsters are harvested from the Gulf of Maine, from the icy Downeast waters to the Mid-Coast and beyond, and help support a local Maine economy that employs thousands of hard-workers. VALENTINE'S COCKTAILS We're curating an exclusive menu of New England-inspired Valentine's Day cocktails designed to pair perfeclty with the rich flavors of fresh Maine lobster. MARTINI YOUR WAY Pull up to our bar and fill out a card to build your own gin (or non gin?) martini. We'll have special infusions, garnishes and more. We promise the martini + lobster combo is an ideal match. NEW WHISKEYS! We'll have two brand new limited edition whiskeys behind the bar just in time for Valentine's Day: Cinnamon Whiskey and Orange Chocolate Whiskey.

Free Distillery Tours

New! We're now running FREE tours on the first Saturday of each month! Get up close and personal with our stills, brewhouse, and barrelhouse. Learn about the distilling process, how we produce and age spirits, and our science-based approach to flavor development. After touring the facilities, cap off the experience with a guided tasting at the sampling bar. Each tour is free, must be 21+ to attend. Your tour includes: - Guided 30-minute tour of our facilities - 3 spirit samples Upcoming tours will take place on the following dates and times: Saturday, January 4th. at 2, 4, and 6pm Saturday, February 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm Saturday, March 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm Tickets not required Open Distillery Format! Come ahead of time and grab a drink at our bar and bring it on the tour with you! Our production facility and new Barrelhouse Bar will also be open to the public for the day so after the tour you can grab a table at the main bar, barrelhouse bar, or by the stills.

New! We're now running&nbsp;FREE&nbsp;tours on the first Saturday of each month! Get up close and personal with our stills, brewhouse, and barrelhouse. Learn about the distilling process, how we produce and age spirits, and our science-based approach to flavor development. After touring the facilities, cap off the experience with a guided tasting at the sampling bar. Each tour is free, must be 21+ to attend. Your tour includes:<ul><li>Guided 30-minute tour of our facilities</li><li>3 spirit samples</li></ul>Upcoming tours will take place on the following dates and times:<ul><li>Saturday, January 4th. at 2, 4, and 6pm</li><li>Saturday, February 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm</li><li>Saturday, March 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm</li></ul>Open Distillery Format! Come ahead of time and grab a drink at our bar and bring it on the tour with you! Our production facility and new Barrelhouse Bar will also be open to the public for the day so after the tour you can grab a table at the main bar, barrelhouse bar, or by the stills.

New! We're now running FREE tours on the first Saturday of each month! Get up close and personal with our stills, brewhouse, and barrelhouse. Learn about the distilling process, how we produce and age spirits, and our science-based approach to flavor development. After touring the facilities, cap off the experience with a guided tasting at the sampling bar. Each tour is free, must be 21+ to attend. Your tour includes:<ul><li>Guided 30-minute tour of our facilities</li><li>3 spirit samples</li></ul>Upcoming tours will take place on the following dates and times:<ul><li>Saturday, January 4th. at 2, 4, and 6pm</li><li>Saturday, February 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm</li><li>Saturday, March 1st at 2, 4, and 6pm</li></ul>Open Distillery Format! Come ahead of time and grab a drink at our bar and bring it on the tour with you! Our production facility and new Barrelhouse Bar will also be open to the public for the day so after the tour you can grab a table at the main bar, barrelhouse bar, or by the stills.

Free Hot Cocoa

We're offering FREE hot cocoa at our distillery bar for all patrons this winter! Made from our house chocolate syrup and water, it's booze free and dairy free. Come visit us for cocktails or mocktails and enjoy! Distillery Hours Wednesday: 5-10pm Thursday: 5-10:30pm Friday: 3-11:30pm Saturday: 1-11:30pm Sunday: 1-8pm

Looking to fine tune your cocktail skills at home this holiday season? Just looking for a fun date night out? Get schooled on how to make craft cocktails using locally made spirits. This is a very rare SATURDAY night edition in our exclusive new Barrelhouse Bar! Upon arrival, you’ll receive a complimentary welcome punch before we get down to business. You'll get a brief tour of our distillery, and then head to our barrelhouse for an in-depth mixology class with Christine Bossalini, our very own bartender &amp; spirits specialist. Our class will cover everything you need to know on how to properly make holiday cocktails at home. Learn about mixology techniques, tools, glassware, garnishes, and everything in between. You’ll practice your skills by making two wintery cocktails featuring Short Path Distillery spirits, and last but certainly not least… sample your creations! If you want to stick around after the class, you can head over to our cocktail bar which will be open to the public until 11:30pm. Note: A ticket must be purchased in order to attend this event. This class size is extremely limited (only 18 seats available) and expected to sell out. Due to the limited class size, WE DO NOT ACCEPT REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. This class takes place in our production facility which means it's not temperature controlled. Please dress accordingly.

Apres Ski Pop Up

It’s been a long day on the slopes of Boston, come unwind at our brand new Apres Ski Pop-up Bar nestled in the heart of our distillery: The Barrelhouse Bar. For the. month of January we've built an exclusive retreat equipped with handcrafted cozy cocktails. Our Apres Ski pop-up menu will feature brand new cocktails. Expect unique takes on warm favorites like the Hot Toddy and and Irish Coffee, plus new bold and flavorful comfy creations. Whether you want sweet, spicy, smokey, and boozy, we’ve got something for you. As always, the Barrelhouse Bar at Short Path Distillery offers exclusive tasting flights and spirits that cannot be found anywhere else. Reservations required. Table space is limited, book now! Available Dates Friday, January 3 Friday, January 10 Friday, January 17 Friday, January 24 Friday, January 31 Note: You must book a table reservation in order to guarantee a spot. Want to rent out Apres Ski for a group of 30 guests or less on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, or Sunday? Email us! This space is vacant 6 days/week, superb pricing available!

Prohibition New Year's Eve Party

Take a trip to the 1920s with us to ring in 2025! We're transforming the distillery into a prohibition era speakeasy fit with our takes on some of the best prohibition era cocktails.<ul><li>PROHIBITION COCKTAILS the best classic drinks of the prohibition era</li><li>JAZZ a fancy playlist to transport you back to the roaring 20s</li><li>MIDNIGHT TOAST to ring in the new year</li><li>1920S ATTIRE highly encouraged but not required</li><li>CHARCUTERIE add on a fresh box made by life. love. cheese.</li></ul>We'll provide the speakeasy vibes, you show up in prohibition attire ready to party. Your admission ticket includes 1 cocktail and 1 midnight toast. Charcuterie Boxes Check the "add on" section of the tickets page to add on a charcuterie box by life. love. cheese. These must be pre-ordered in advance and will be available for pickup when you arrive to the event. Gluten Free and Vegetarian boxes available. Note: A ticket is required to attend this event. Each ticket covers event entry, one cocktail, and one midnight toast.

Wintery Mix

Get into the holiday spirit with Wintery Mix: A good old fashioned holiday cocktail party featuring booze. HOLIDAY COCKTAILS We'll have an entire menu of super special fancy holiday drinks. SPIKED HOT CHOCOLATE FLIGHTS Hot chocolate but make it better, spike it. A flight includes 4 mini hot chocolates, each one spiked with a different spirit. CREME DE MENTHE We're releasing a limited number of bottles of our peppermint liqueur for the holidays. Makes a great gift! Spike a coffee, hot chocolate, or whip up a classic Grasshopper at home. Cocktails and pours will also be available behind the bar while it lasts. ABSINTHE We've been working on a secret Absinthe recipe for years and it's finally ready for consumption. Weighing in at 60% ABV, 120 proof. Bottles will be for sale and we'll have some behind the bar. We're bringing in an Absinthe Fountain equipt with special absinthe glasses, sugar cubes, and absinthe spoons. Taste it the classic way, or enjoy it in a cocktail. PIEROGIS Wild Fox Pierogi will be popping up from 3-8pm to join in on the festivities.

Holiday Cocktails Mixology Class 

Looking to fine tune your cocktail skills at home this holiday season? Just looking for a fun date night out? Get schooled on how to make craft cocktails using locally made spirits. This is a very rare SATURDAY night edition in our exclusive new Barrelhouse Bar! Upon arrival, you’ll receive a complimentary welcome punch before we get down to business. You'll get a brief tour of our distillery, and then head to our barrelhouse for an in-depth mixology class with Christine Bossalini, our very own bartender &amp; spirits specialist. Our class will cover everything you need to know on how to properly make holiday cocktails at home. Learn about mixology techniques, tools, glassware, garnishes, and everything in between. You’ll practice your skills by making two wintery cocktails featuring Short Path Distillery spirits, and last but certainly not least… sample your creations! If you want to stick around after the class, you can head over to our cocktail bar which will be open to the public until 11:30pm. Note: A ticket must be purchased in order to attend this event. This class size is extremely limited (only 18 seats available) and expected to sell out. Due to the limited class size, WE DO NOT ACCEPT REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. This class takes place in our production facility which means it's not temperature controlled. Please dress accordingly.

Whiskey Wonderland Pop Up

New! Step into a Whiskey Wonderland at our first ever holiday pop-up at the Barrelhouse Bar, where the magic of whiskey comes alive. We’re transforming our brand new Barrelhouse Bar into a festive holiday experience. Twinkling lights, greenery garlands, and the aroma of oak in the air. Our pop-up menu will feature brand new cocktails that explore the vast taste of whiskey. Festive jolly bright drinks, rich dessert and nightcap cocktails, and curated whiskey tasting flights and cocktail flights. Non-whiskey cocktails will also be available. Whiskey Wonderland at the Barrelhouse Bar is the perfect place to celebrate the season and get into the holiday spirit. Reservations required. Table space is limited, book now! Available Dates Friday, December 6 Friday, December 13 Friday, December 20 Friday, December 27 Want to rent out Whiskey Wonderland for a group of 30 guests or less on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, or Sunday? Email us! This space is vacant 6 days/week, superb pricing available!

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