Virginia Spirits

We asked our 5 finalists of the #VaCocktailGames2025 to craft a cocktail that sheds light on something that was previously "hidden in plain sight." On Sept. 13 at Virginia Distilled, you tasted and voted for Christa Thomas and her cocktail "Cardinal Rose" as the winner!

The weekend is here, and so are your final days to enjoy 20% off select Virginia-made spirits during Virginia ABC’s Sale-A-Bration! 🥳 Check out our latest blog on how to shop smart and sip local. Link in bio.

Attention #VaSpirits lovers! 📣 Don’t miss your chance to win 2 VIP tickets to the Virginia Bourbon Invitational + a night in VA Beach. PLUS, earn DOUBLE points with the Virginia Spirits Passport through Sept 30! brnw.ch/21wVZBQ

We're just weeks away from stunning fall views at Virginia distilleries. 🍂🥃 📍 Photo 1: Virginia Distillery Co. 📍 Photo 2: Ragged Branch 📍 Photo 3: Silverback Distillery #Fall #VaSpirits #VaDistilleries

We’re raising a glass to Vitae Spirits Distillery, named Distillery of the Year at the VRLTA Ordinary Awards! 📍 Vitae Spirits Distillery, 715 Henry Ave., Charlottesville, VA 22903 📷 Featuring Peter Morgner, head distiller. Photo courtesy of @myVRLTA

Sip like a local and order a Virginia-made cocktail at your next night out. 🍸 #VaSpiritsMonth #VirginiaMade #Cocktail

Congratulations to Cathy B., winner of two VIP tickets to Virginia Distilled! 🎉 Cathy has toured 12 distilleries with the Virginia Spirits Passport. 👉 Enter to win two VIP tickets to the Virginia Bourbon Invitational + a night in Virginia Beach. brnw.ch/21wVOpd

September is Bourbon Heritage Month! 🥃 Nearly 40 Virginia distilleries are crafting liquid gold, blending tradition and innovation in every sip. Celebrate with 20% off at Virginia ABC, featured events and more: brnw.ch/21wVMga | @reservoirdist

We are so thrilled to congratulate Christa Thomas from @OmniHomestead for taking home gold last night at the 2025 Virginia Cocktail Games finals. Christa blew everyone away with her cocktail “Cardinal Rose,” and we can’t wait to share more over the next few weeks.

Get to know our Western Virginia Cocktail Games finalist, Christa Marie Thomas! ⛰️ What’s your favorite part of working behind the bar? “I love making real connections with my guests—through both the cocktails I create and the stories we share.”

Meet our Northern Virginia Cocktail Games finalist, Dan Kurzenknabe! ⭐ What’s your favorite ingredient to work with? “Right now, my favorite ingredient is Tulsi Basil. It has a ton of medicinal properties, a soothing flavor and pairs extremely well with any clear spirit.”

Meet the judges for the 2025 Virginia Cocktail Games! These judges bring decades of experience within Virginia’s beverage industry. We’re honored to have their collective expertise as they judge the final round in just four days. 🎟️ Tickets: brnw.ch/21wVBEl

Meet Zoey Blankenship, our Southern Virginia Cocktail Games finalist! 🏅 ❓ What’s your favorite part about bartending? “I love the rush of being behind the bar—the adrenaline and frenzy. The repetition and going through the motions calms my mind. I like being busy.”

Meet Shannon, our Central VA Cocktail Games finalist! 👇 What's your favorite part of working behind the bar? "The opportunity to connect with guests and create memorable experiences is what I love most. Plus, I’m grateful for my stellar bar crew who always make the night fun!"

Shop from 44 Virginia distilleries and over 200 craft spirits, now 20% off all September during Virginia ABC’s annual Sale-A-Bration! Not sure where to start among the 200+ discounted bottles? Read our latest blog for expert tips: brnw.ch/21wVx5r

Don’t forget to visit our educational program in between sipping your way through some of the finest distilleries in the commonwealth. This year’s sessions spotlight the VA250 Commemorative Bottle Project, led by these Virginia distillers: brnw.ch/21wVwNi

Celebrate Virginia Spirits Month with the Virginia Spirits Passport! Earn DOUBLE points all September when you check in at participating distilleries — that’s 200 points for sipping your way through the commonwealth’s finest spirits! brnw.ch/21wVveN

September is Virginia Spirits Month! Celebrate the commonwealth's rich distilling heritage and choose Virginia made. Visit virginiaspirits.org/va-spirits-mon… to learn more.

Check in at distilleries on the Virginia Spirits Passport for a chance to win two VIP tickets to the sold-out Virginia Bourbon Invitational and a one-night stay in Virginia Beach. ❗ Entries close Sept. 30, 2025. Get started at brnw.ch/21wVlJt. @vabourboninvitational

Get to know Murlarkey Distilled Spirits! @MurLarkey was started by second generation Irish-American cousins Tom Murray, Mike and Jim Larkin. Stop by the new tasting room in Manassas, Virginia to sip smooth bourbon and whiskey, infused vodka and innovative gin.