September is Bourbon Heritage Month, which was officially recognized 16 years ago. The month was originally a time in which distilleries would largely shut down while harvesting grain. While there are no official celebrations in St. Louis this year (as far as we know), many bourbon enthusiasts and societies will celebrate in their own ways. Here’s a list of some favorite spots to grab a dram.
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- In a Nutshell: This hidden gem on Morganford boasts a whiskey selection for bourbon lovers of all walks.
- Pro Tip: Enjoy a pour of Missouri’s Own Ben Holladay Single Barrel, specially selected for City Park Grill.
- Contact Info: 3157 Morganford
- In a Nutshell: Baseball (America’s pastime) and bourbon (America’s ‘native spirit’) go hand in hand here.
- Pro Tip: Try a dram of the Weller 107 Single Barrel.
- Contact Info: 799 Clark
- In a Nutshell: This Creve Coeur hot spot offers an impressive whiskey selection and great libations.
- Pro Tip: Ask for the Peerless single barrel—the only in the state.
- Contact Info: 12643 Olive.
Hamilton Steakhouse and Bourbon Bar
- In a Nutshell: Pair bourbon with steaks and a bacon fat candle.
- Pro Tip: Try the Maker’s Flight for a perfect steak pairing.
- Contact Info: 2101 Chouteau.
- In a Nutshell: Create your own whiskey flight of 1-ounce pours.
- Pro Tip: While Planter’s is up to almost 30 single barrel picks, our current favorite is the Knob Creek at 120 proof and nine years, two months old.
- Contact Info: 1000 Mississippi
- In a Nutshell: This bar in The Grove knows its spirits and craft cocktails. Be sure to ask about single barrels.
- Pro Tip: Try the Yellowstone single barrel—it’s rich, with a particularly delightful mouthfeel.
- Contact Info: 4501 Manchester
The Rackhouse Kitchen, Wine and Whiskey
- In a Nutshell: Whiskey and cigars. Need we say more?
- Pro Tip: Don’t miss the Old Elk Wheated pick.
- Contact Info: 5065 State Rte N, Cottleville
- In a Nutshell: There’s something for everyone at this Midtown vegan/vegetarian spot: cocktails, flights and more.
- Pro Tip: Try the Ruby and Huck cocktail with Ruby Port and Plum Whiskey
- Contact Info: 3001 Locust
- In a Nutshell: Order the Bartender’s Roulette, and let the staff guide the way.
- Pro Tip: Get the Creme Fraiche for a refreshing highball.
- Contact Info: 1301 S. Vandeventer
- In a Nutshell: This Wash. Ave. establishment is open six nights a week and combines a cosmopolitan ambiance with practically all of the whiskey options that you could ever want.
- Pro Tip: Try the WOW-mopolitan for a fun whiskey riff on the popular classic.
- Contact Info: 1321 Washington
