Recent Events:
Bruce Fortney Artist Reception, January 7th, 5-8 p.m.
Catch a glimpse of the rolling hills and open fields of Blue Mounds in Wisconsin during this inspired impressionistic exhibit. Rich with color, the oil on canvas interprets seasons throughout the year.
Join Bruce at the reception and tour the distillery, taste the spirits, and enjoy featured drinks at Yahara Bay's redesigned gallery and bar.
Rökker Vodka Holiday Party, Thursday December 22 5-9 p.m.
Join Maxinkradio's live broadcast of "Bastardden" at Yahara Bay and celebrate the winter solstice with Rökker Vodka, a spirit inspired by nights in Iceland. Food provided by Bandung and Bellini's.
Thursday December 8, 5-9 p.m.
Sassy Cow at the Public House
Join Kara from Sassy Cow and enjoy featured drinks with Sassy Cow Egg Nog!
Madison Food and Wine Show, October 21-23
Yahara Bay will join over 300 vendors at the Alliant Energy Center to provide guests with the 'ultimate gourmet tasting experience.' For more information go to http://www.madisonmagazine.com/Madison-Magazine/Events/Madison-Food-and-Wine-Show/
Yahara Bay's First Public House, Thursday, October 6, 5- 10 p.m.
Yahara Bay is excited to announce a weekly social at the distillery. Beginning October 6, our bar will be open Thursday nights with featured drinks and special guests.
3rd Annual Potosi Brewfest
Yahara Bay will provide the spirits for this tasting festival with the historic Potosi Brewery. Sample local artisan micro-brews, wines, and cheese; visit the National Brewing Museum; and support Potosi's mission to to preserve brewing history.
Local Night (Tuesdays):
We are thrilled to announce that this Great New Restaurant now carries Yahara Bay Products!! Every Tuesday night their special is "Local Night", 1/2 off all local brews and liquors. Stop in and enjoy a Yahara Bay cocktail and other great things they have! We hope to see you, we will be there!!
Top Shelf Whiskey Taste 2011:
People took a real night out, grabbed a friend and experienced the world of whiskey the right way. They learned to swirl, sip, and spit in a way that guaranteed an appreciation for the full-bodied flavor. They also showed us their technique! Guests received a pass with product highlights and availability, in addition to a sampling glass. Attendess were able to pick up product purchases at Riley's Wines of the World that evening. What a great night!
3rd Annual Mardi Gras Zoo Benefit:
Liliana's Restaurant in Fitchburg hosted this great event again this year! It was a fun and eventful day of activites, music, food, and FUN!! Kids enjoyed activities, while adults enjoyed the live music and excellent food. There was a silent auction with tons of donations! 100% of all Abita Beer and Yahara Bay mixers proceeds as well as many other donations that helped raise money for the zoo! What a great day it turned out to be!!
Distill America 2011:
The 3rd Annual Celebration of American Distilling! There was a Private Meet & Greet with Master Distillers. People joined us for a sampling experience featuring legendary American Spirits, unique craft offerings, and met the personalities that brought them to life!
Breast Cancer Benefit at Dexters Pub:
A Local Libation & Chocolate Competition... Brewers and distillers from Wisconsin raised money for breast cancer research! It was a very informal "chocolate recipe/cooking" competition. All those that made and brought an item with chocolate as one of the ingredients were judged in both a "formal local celebrity judged" competition, as well as a "people's choice" competition. The judges went first and then awarded their prize through collaborative measures after tasting and discussion. The public competition was judged next by folks placing tickets (5 were given to everybody, all 5 were used for one entry or split amongst many) obtained at entry into cups representing their favorite item. Most tix won! Awards were provided by Dexter's and brewers. $20.00 Donation was taken at the door, $15.00 w/ entry in the chocolate competition. ALL PROCEEDS WENT TO THE FOUNDATION & Included beer, wine, chocolate & spirits sampling.
Beer & Cheese Fest 2011:
Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall holds more than 70 exhibits! Hundreds of beers & cheeses, Plus Snacks, Meats,
Informational Booths, and two Exclusive Bonus Pairing Sessions...
Yahara Bay Congratulates Emily Ruebl as our $50.00 Gift Certificate WINNER!!!
Footage: Inside Peek at Yahara Bay:
In Business Magazine did a video interview with us here at Yahara Bay!! "Wisconsin has plenty of microbreweries, but few craft distilleries. Take a tour of Yahara Bay Distillers, Southern Wisconsin's first legal spirits distillery since Prohibition, with proprietor Nick Quint." View the video at: http://ibmadison.com/