Issues: Issue 335 – November 2016
Dented Brick: Friendly Spirits
Dented Brick has finally shaken Utah’s subtle speakeasy history and built a giant, booze-filled castle in South Salt Lake. Whether it’s Roofraiser Vodka’s smooth feel or Akeley Gin’s hint of citrus flavors, Dented Brick Distillery has created full and thick flavors that are worth celebrating. … read more
Localized: Sarah Anne DeGraw
Sarah Anne DeGraw’s slow strums and simple progressions start and stop perfectly to frame the impressive rises and falls of her strong and graceful voice. Hear DeGraw’s powerful musical fervor at Urban Lounge on Nov. 16 for our SLUG Localized event, along with folk-rocker Johanna Johanna. … read more
Distillery 36: Top-Shelf Talent & the Rum Revival on Redwood
At Distillery 36, the Jensen Dobbs, Creed Law and Jon Gregersen triumvirate is hard at work keeping their dream of being a premier purveyor of fine spirits alive and well in Utah. They are currently expanding their operations and developing their business model in a thoughtful manner, aiming to create a quality product at a fair price while rediscovering the passion that led them down this road. … read more
Sugar House Distillery: Still Life in Motion
Sugar House Distillery has been expanding in size and pride, working hard to create some of the most exciting and true craft spirits that Utah has to offer. With another year coming to a close, Sugar House Distillery Owner James Fowler and Head Distiller Eric Robinson are setting roots into the community deeper than ever. … read more
The Peachy Side of Utah Liquor: Ogden’s Own Distillery
Everyone loves local cinnamon whiskey, Porter’s Fire—and now, there’s another seasonal Utahns are going to get to love. Ogden’s Own Distillery has created Porter’s Peach, which came out just in time for fruit season and is too delicious to resist. … read more
It’s All Good at All Chay
Nestled in a small Rose Park strip mall, All Chay serves vegan versions of traditional Vietnamese food. Over the past year, this neighborhood restaurant has become a cozy refuge with a homey, bohemian vibe. With friendly service and flavorful cuisine, All Chay is a hidden treasure worth seeking out. … read more
Buffalo Trace Bourbon: A Step Up with Bar-X
There’s nothing quite like having a bourbon to sip on in a dimly lit cocktail bar. Luckily for the connoisseur of the finer things in life, Bar-X has just that—Buffalo Trace. Whiskey nuts and casual cocktail sippers alike will find that Bar-X is offering an experience that won’t be found anywhere else. … read more
Local Libations with Scott Gardner
Award-winning bartender Scott Gardner (Water Witch, HSL) used local spirits from Beehive Distilling, Elevation Distilling, Vida Tequila and Outlaw Distillery to create these delicious, fall-inspired drinks. … read more
The Distillery, the Witch and the Cocktail: Having a Drink...
In addition to being President of the Utah chapter of the U.S. Bartenders’ Guild and part-owner of the soon-to-open bar Water Witch, Sean Neves has also headed up the effort to change the zoning laws within the city to include distilleries as a real-deal, by-god addition to our city’s ever-burgeoning drinking culture. … read more
Jessica Haggett: Expanding the Horizon with The Litas
When Jessica Haggett first created The Litas, she had no idea what an impact it would have within the women’s motorcycle community. Originally a play on the word “leaders,” Haggett has become just that: a leader in her fearless mission to inspire women to ride motorcycles. … read more