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Here’s the info, from loyal reader Mary of Spirit Savvy Crafted Cocktail Events re: Bar Wars AVL:
For Two Weeks, Asheville’s top bartenders will be serving up their crafted version of a the spirits classic ‘The Daisy’ for competition and for charity’s sake. After the public votes for their top contenders, there will be a ‘Mix-Off’ finale for Asheville’s Top Four. A new battle theme will be presented, and local celebrity judges will call the winner of the first Bar Wars AVL. Go here to read more and vote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sounds fun! How does this work? Discover as many ‘Daisies’ during the two weeks of preliminaries and $4.50 from each drink will go to the establishment’s non-profit of choice.
Who votes?
YOU DO! You can cast one vote per bar. So bring your friends! Click to have your voice heard at spiritsavvycocktails.com and like us @ Spirit Savvy on Facebook.
What is a daisy?
A daisy is the simple combination of spirit/citrus/sugar/ and cordial.
Who is participating?
The Bull and Beggar- Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
The Pulp- The Bob Moog Foundation
MG Road- Haywood Street Respite
Metro Wines Asheville- Child Abuse Prevention Services WNC (CAPS)
OneFiftyOne Boutique Bar and Kitchen- Helpmate
Buffalo Nickel- Our Voice
Tressa’s- WNC Alliance
The Barleycorn- Asheville Community Theater, Children’s Program
King James Public House- Manna Foodbank
Lexington Avenue Brewery (LAB) – Asheville Humane Society
Rhubarb- ABYSA (Asheville Buncombe Youth Soccer Assoc.)
Cucina 24- Asheville Area Arts Council
Imperial Life- Asheville Art Museum
Lex 18- WNC Green Building Council
Tiger Mountain Thirst Parlour
TreeHouse Bar at Double Tree – Goodwill Industries
The Double Crown- LEAF
Seven Sows – Wild South
