Pre-War and Brass Era styles of automobiles and motorcycles set the backdrop for “Bourbon and Brass,” a unique evening tasting presented by Newport’s Vickers’ Liquors. A variety of Scotch, bourbon and whiskey brands were showcased at the Newport Audrain Auto Museum on December 8. The Brass-Era symbolizes an early period of automotive manufacturing were brass fittings were used for trim, horns, lights and radiators and is considered to encompass 1896-1915. Guests were invited to sip through spirit portfolios and learn about the brands, sample from light fare and admire the vintage automobiles.
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- Brass-Era automobiles and motorcycles amidst spirit displays welcomed guests.
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- Rob Vickers, Co-Owner, Vickers’ Liquors; Elizabeth Moniz, Employee, Vickers’ Liquors; Mike Paradis, Store Manager, Vickers’ Liquors showcasing their Sons of Liberty Single Barrel Bourbon made for Vickers’ Liquors.
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- Kayleigh Speck, Innovation Brand Activator, Edrington Americas; Jackie Connetti, Innovation and Market Manager RI, Edrington Americas featuring Macallan products.
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- Macallan poster beside a Pre-war/Brass-Era car on display during Bourbon & Brass event.
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- Laura Kanzler, Business Development Manager, Horizon Beverage Co., Origin Beverage Division, featuring The Glenrothes, High West, Widow Jane and Koval brands.
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- Bourbon whiskies on display.
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- Sons of Liberty Spirit Company produced a Single Barrel Bourbon specifically for Vickers’ Liquors. Guests had the opportunity to taste the unique bottle.
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- Newport’s Vickers’ Liquors hosted the bourbon tasting at Newport’s Audrain Auto Museum.
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- Will Calhoun of Johnson Bros. of RI Co., featuring Michter’s, Dalmore and Glen Moray whiskies and bourbon.
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- Guests browsed the displays while enjoying featured spirits.
