The Bayou Rum Distillery is a part of Louisiana Spirits, the largest privately owned rum distillery in the country. It's located off the highway, making it a great road trip spot. They produce rum with local molasses and sugar cane by hand and mix in Cajun flavors before barrel aging. Visitors can tour the facility and taste the varieties of rum before wandering through … [Read more...] about Visiting the Bayou Rum Distillery
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Hipster Hangouts in Charleston
Known as the Holy City for its abundance of churches, Charleston has become the darling of travel publications in recent years for its hospitality and historic preservation, not to mention the award-winning restaurant scene. The city was founded as an English colony in 1670, but soon became a haven for French Huguenots before the slave trade brought in ships from Africa. Today … [Read more...] about Hipster Hangouts in Charleston
Atlanta Brews Cruise
For fans of craft beers, Atlanta has become one of the top cities in the region. What started with one brewery opening back in 1997 has led to the creation of dozens more every year. The Brews Cruise concept was started by Mark and Trish Lyons in 2006 in their hometown of Asheville, North Carolina. The company has since expanded to Denver, Charleston, Charlotte and … [Read more...] about Atlanta Brews Cruise
Visiting the Firefly Distillery
Visiting the Irvin House Vineyards and Firefly Distillery outside of Charleston, South Carolina is not on the usual tourist path. Firefly has been making muscadine and sweet tea vodka since 2008. The sweet tea vodka combines one of the favorite beverages of the South, made from tea from the nearby Charleston Tea Plantation, and adds a grown-up kick. Best for bachelor and … [Read more...] about Visiting the Firefly Distillery
A First Timer’s Guide to Charleston Wine and Food Festival
I got to attend the Charleston Wine and Food Festival for the first time a few weeks ago. It's typically in the same month as the Southeastern Wildlife Expo and Charleston Fashion Week, so it's a busy season for the city. Marion Square is transformed into the Culinary Village, complete with full kitchen setups, booths, and swanky VIP lounges. This year the festival teamed up … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Charleston Wine and Food Festival
