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Craft Cocktail Weekend

Location/County: White Sulphur Springs, Greenbrier
July 13, 2014 — July 14, 2014

Experience the magic of The Greenbrier, America’s Resort, while becoming a craft cocktail connoisseur. Learn about various spirits, the history of mixology and what’s hot in the cocktail scene. Want to make the perfect Mint Julep, Martini or Gin Fizz at home? Then join us for this fun-filled summer getaway!

Brendan Murphy serves as beverage manager for nine top Washington, D.C. restaurants owned by Eric and Ian Hilton (El Rey, Brixton, Chez Billy, Den of Thieves, The Gibson, Marvin, Patty Boom Boom, Satellite Room, American Ice Co.). He joined the Hilton group in 2009 to help create The Gibson – the first craft cocktail bar of its kind in Washington, D.C. Brendan is recognized as one of the preeminent craft cocktail mixologists in the United States.

• Choose from either a Sunday, July 13, 5:00pm or Monday, July 14, 5:00pm course lasting approximately 60 minutes.
• An interactive cocktail experience where Brendan Murphy will guide you through how to make signature drinks.
• Each guest is provided with a workstation and materials to make the drinks.
• Enjoy the fruits of your labor and sample the final product.

More information at http://www.greenbrier.com/gibson