03.08.2024

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Get in the Richmond spirit

Seven Richmond distilleries for all kinds of spirit supporters

Aerial shot of different cocktails from Cirrus Vodka.

Cirrus Vodka just announced a new tasting room in Scott’s Addition.

If the news about the new Cirrus Vodka tasting room in Scott’s Addition has you thirsty, you’re in luck.

Much like craft breweries, local distilleries and tasting rooms have popped up across Richmond for folks looking for stronger flavors and higher alcohol percentages.

We’ve found seven local distilleries with something for any spirit stan.

Reservoir Distillery, 1800 Summit Ave.
Try out their Hunter & Scott Bourbon for a cocktail mixer, or shoot it neat.

Virago Spirits, 1727 Rhoadmiller St.
Sign up for a distillery tour to sample an array of Virago’s offerings.

Belle Isle Moonshine, 615 Maury St.
Belle Isle sells bottles with wild infusions such as Honey Habanero. You can also try out a canned cocktail, like the Blood Orange Smash.

Promo photo of a Peach Sunrise Sangria from Belle Isle Moonshine — Belle Isle Moonshine offers both liquor bottles and canned cocktails.
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Photo via Belle Isle Moonshine

Trial & Error Distillery, 1606 W. Main St.
Pick your poison such as Italian favorites Grappa and Limoncello along with 20+ other spirits, including cordials to flavor mixed drinks.

Hill Top Distillery, 2750 Maidens Loop
A family operation, Hill Top offers more traditional spirits like bourbon and gin and creative concoctions like coffee-flavored whiskey and strawberry moonshine.

Two tall Trial and Error Gin bottles — Trial & Error has distinct skinny bottles for each of its spirits.
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Photo by Corey Johnson

Cirrus Vodka, 1603 Ownby Ln.
Cirrus offers a Bloody Mary Bar on Sundays made with its vodka and mix. It also just announced a tasting room to be opened in the former home of Blue Bee Cidery.

Three Crosses Distilling Co., 3235 Old Buckingham Rd.
A quick drive to Powhatan brings you to a haven of spirits from rum to whiskey to gin all created by co-owners John and Michelle Davenport.

Bonus: If you want a taste of the distillery experience with none of the booze, Richmond’s got several non-alcoholic options, too.

Events

Friday, March 8

Johnny Ciggs, Radio B, Ant the Symbol | Friday, March 8 | 7-11 p.m. | Gallery5, 200 W. Marshall St., Richmond | $15 | Enjoy a night of tunes with two Richmond hip-hop legends.
“Alice in Wonderland” | Friday, March 8-Saturday, March 9 | Times vary | Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center, 600 E. Grace St., Richmond | $29+ | Soul Aerial presents this family-friendly cirque production featuring jaw-dropping tricks, acrobats, and dancers.

Saturday, March 9

BLK Market | Saturday, March 9 | 12-4 p.m. | Red Bird Social, 100 N. 6th St., Richmond | Free entry | Shop from Black-owned businesses including Rumors Boutique, Adjourn Tea, Kourtenay Plummer Pottery, and House of Beverly Vintage.
Skydog | Saturday, March 9 | 7 p.m. | The Broadberry, 2729 W. Broad St., Richmond | $20 | Get tickets to see the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute.

Sunday, March 10

Mystic Market | Sunday, March 10 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | River City Roll, 939 Myers St., Richmond | Free entry | This free monthly shopping event runs alongside Sunday brunch.
“Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” | Sunday, March 10 | 2 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $9 | Paul Newman and Robert Redford share the screen in this 1969 classic.

Monday, March 11

DIY Terrarium Building | Monday, March 11 | 2:45-5 p.m. | PlantHouse Richmond, 3356 W. Moore St., Richmond | $25 | Gather a group of friends to craft one-of-a-kind terrariums with cacti, succulents, and decor.

Tuesday, March 12

Beep Boop Bop! on Shockoe Sessions Live! | Tuesday, March 12 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | In Your Ear Studios, 1813 E. Broad St., Richmond | $0-$15 | Get tickets to join the sonic adventure in person or tune in to the show on YouTube.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Open

The new Ulta in Willow Lawn is hosting its grand opening today. Pro tip: If you can’t make it today, the store is offering 20% off in-store all weekend.

Traffic

Richmond’s Vision Zero plan aims eliminate traffic fatalities by improving infrastructure. Experts say there are several steps that need to be taken before the plan hits its 2030 deadline. Ian Stewart’s breakdown of the plan covers the changes it could bring in Richmond. (VPM)

Regional

Both Pine Slash and Williamsville Roads in Hanover have been blocked off due to safety concerns about a nearby dam. The roads will be closed indefinitely while teams work to ensure the structural security of the Mattawan Dam. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

Arts

The VMFA is celebrating Women’s History Month with a full roster of events and programs. Plans include lectures, showcases, and efforts to highlight ongoing exhibitions.

Eat

Starting next week, Pizza Bones will serve calzones on Mondays and Wednesdays. Maybe they’re trying to get a leg up in our pizza bracket.

Seasonal

It’s almost time to set the clocks forward. Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 10. Many states — including ours — have made moves to address time change, but for now enjoy the extra sunlight.

Today Is

International Women’s Day. Celebrate you, celebrate a loved one today (and all month long) with Virginia Physicians for Women, who encourages women to take charge of their health. Make an appointment at the practice voted Best OB/GYN in Richmond.*

Watch

The Academy Awards air this Sunday, March 10 at 7 p.m. Not sure how to watch? Access the broadcast with a free five-day trial of DIRECTV STREAM.*

Outdoors

Preserving history at Little Malvern Hill

Department of Historic Resources to protect Little Malvern Hill property

Little Malvern Hill has a wealth of natural beauty as well as historical significance. | Photo via Virginia DHR

A 41-acre tract of land in Henrico that saw four separate Civil War battles has now come under control of the Virginia Department of Historic Resources.

DHR has executed a perpetual historic preservation easement over the land known as Little Malvern Hill. Sitting at 5270 New Market Rd., the land was part of a larger property called Malvern Hill Farm until roughly 1877.

Four battles were fought on this land over the course of the Civil War — the Battles of Glendale (1862), Malvern Hill (1862), and both Battles of Deep Bottom (1864). The first and second Battles of Deep Bottom were especially historically significant for the contributions made by the United States Colored Troops regiments.

Under DHR, both the area’s natural resources and its historic features will be preserved. Little Malvern Hill joins over 45,000 acres of land under easement by the department.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
David

From the editor

I’ve been waiting for daylight saving to begin again ever since we set the clocks back last fall. Extra daylight means extra opportunities to enjoy my proximity to the James River after work.

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