Holiday Favorites

The tradition of Nelson's Green Brier Distillery making Holiday Nog goes back to the pre-prohibition era of the distillery's history. While we don't have that original recipe (still searching for that one), we do have newspaper clippings from during prohibition that say the the distillery is the place from whence came the annual Holiday Nog. While we may not bottle it up and sell it as our founder Charles once did, we would still like to offer up a recipe for you and yours to make and enjoy this holiday season. Cheers! Nelson’s Green Brier Holiday Nog 1 cup Nelson’s Green...

Sometimes the holidays are busy enough without having to plan for exciting cocktails for your guests. Well, that’s when Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey neat does the trick!   Start with Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey. Grab a glass. Pour some whiskey.   Garnish with a smile.  

Delicious cocktails don’t alway require fancy bitters and infused syrups. But we do suggest splurging on a premium ginger ale to brighten the spirits of this simple elixir. 2 oz Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey4 oz premium ginger aleCandied ginger and fresh mint for garnish In a glass full of ice, add the whiskey and top with ginger ale. Garnish with candied ginger and fresh mint. 

This delicious, warming cocktail is a staple at Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery in Nashville during the cold winter months. It’s perfect for making larger batches when entertaining friends and family over the Holidays. 2 oz Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey4 oz spiced apple cider.5 oz lemon juice.25 oz honey simple syrup (2:1 ratio raw honey to water).25 oz cinnamon syrup (recipe below)2 dashes aromatic bitters2 dashes black lemon bitters For each serving, heat spiced cider, lemon juice, honey syrup and cinnamon syrup until piping hot but not boiling. Pour 2 ounces of whiskey into a mug, add the cider mixture...

A classic cocktail with numerous variations over the years, this seasonally-inspired spin on the whiskey sour brings flavors of cranberry and spice to the party, creating a celebration-ready cocktail that’s delicious any time of the year. 2 oz. Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey.75 oz cinnamon syrup (recipe below).75 oz. cranberry juice.50 oz. lemon juice2 dashes orange bitters1 dash cranberry bittersOrange peel and fresh cranberries for garnish Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until chilled.  Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with orange peel and cranberries. Cinnamon SyrupFor the cinnamon syrup: combine one...