The Luck of the Irish and Big Wins for Indy Craft Pass Partners

You don't have to be Irish or even wear green to celebrate the mid-March festival that is St. Patrick's Day.

Paint the Town Green

Indy Craft Pass partners have plenty of ways to have a great time, raise a glass, and declare, "Sláinte!"

Through March - The Tap - Mass Ave
Everyone feels a little Irish with these special tappings: Court Magician Czech Dark Lager, The Dagda Smooth Irish Lager, and The Morrigan Irish Red Ale.
Through March - Hard Truth Distilling
The Lucky Charm Colada is your go-to sip of magic with Hard Truth Toasted Coconut Rum, creme de menthe, pineapple juice, and coconut cream. You can also celebrate with the Indiana Leprechaun with Hard Truth High Road Rye, Irish Mist, and aromatic bitters.
Through March - The Rejoicing Vine
The Cocktail of the Month is the Four Leaf Fresca. Inspired by St. Patrick's Day, the drink is a fresh, green elixir crafted with Blanco No. 5 sparkling wine, vibrant green juice, a splash of non-alcoholic tequila, a hint of simple syrup, and silky egg whites. The juice is a mix of cucumber, apples, kale, mint, and dandelion leaf.
Through March - Buck Creek Winery
Enjoy a Shamrock Slushy (while supplies last) full of strawberry and kiwi flavors.
March 14 - St. Patrick's Day Cookie Decorating at The Rejoicing Vine
Roll up your sleeves, unleash your creativity, and take home some sweet treats. Professional baker Katie Hanover leads this delicious class which is perfect for families and friends looking for fun ways to celebrate the holiday. Tickets are $65 and include charcuterie for one, six cookies, four icing colors, practice piping sheet, cookie scribe, and take-home bakery box.
March 15 - St. Patrick's Day Party at Moon Drops Distillery
Celebrate with “That’s What She Said” Band and John Gilmore Trio, craft cocktails, Bentot’s BBQ Food Truck, and a new bourbon release, Ruby Barrel Finish.
March 15 - St. Patrick's Day Party at Daniel's Vineyard
This celebration of all things Irish features dancing, green wine and beer, a full bar, food specials, photo ops, and live music from Toy Factory. Tickets are $20 but do not include food and beverage.
March 15 - St. Patrick's Celebration at Grand Junction Brewing
Come for good food, good brews, and good music. Wear your green!
March 15-16 - St. Paddy's Bash at Bier Brewery
The Noblesville location is hosting a St. Paddy's Bash featuring two days of live music from six bands, bocce, curling, cornhole, grilling, family fun, and more. This free party doubles as a one-year anniversary celebration for the Noblesville space. Dogs are welcome.
March 17 - Big Lug, Half Liter BBQ, Sahm's
Green Goat Ranch Lager and Lugprechaun Irish Red Lager will be available all day.
March 17 - St. Patrick's Day at Chilly Water
Wear your best green garb and enjoy food and drink specials.
March 17 - Shamrocks & Smoke at West Fork Whiskey
Celebrate in style with this evening of whiskey sipping and cigar smoking (Oliva's top-tier brand) in a lively, green-hued atmosphere.
March 18 - St. Patty's Day Weekend at Moontown Brewing
Spring into March and Moontown's 7th anniversary with food specials, Irish Car Bomb specials, Lunar Leprechaun Dry Irish Stout, and a special round of trivia.

Big Wins for Easley Winery
and West Fork Whiskey

Easley Winery's 2023 Chardonnay brought home a "Best of Class" from the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest battle of North American wines. The Chardonnay was recognized for its creamy, citrus-like aroma and crisp, refreshing profile with flavors of pineapple, bread crust, vanilla, and apple.

The World Whiskies Awards was kind to West Fork Whiskey. The Westfield distillery earned awards for five products:

Old Hamer Cask Strength Small Batch - Gold
Hugh Hamer Double Oak 103 Proof - Gold
Old Hamer 100 Proof Single Barrel - Silver
Hugh Hamer Rum Finish 103 Proof - Silver
West Fork High Rye Bottled-In-Bond - Bronze

Upcoming Events & Hoppy Happenings

8th Day Distillery
Two new Hugh Hamer releases are out: Apple Brandy finish and Grape Brandy finish. Watch for a special spirit release near the end of March. It includes honey!

March 8 - Live music with Elizabeth Lee Trio
March 22 - Live music with Sheeza

Ash & Elm Cider
The March cider of the month is Sauv Blanc Spritz. Bloomsberry Cider is also a sign of spring.

March 12 - Drag Bingo
March 18 - Arts & Crafts Cider Nights
March 23 - Drag Me to Lunch

Bier Brewery

March 8, 14, 21 - Live music (Carmel)
March 16 - Paint Your Pet (Carmel)
March 18 - Old Coyote & Friends (65th Street)
March 18 - Bowls & Business (Noblesville)
March 20 - Big Stories, Sip Bier (Noblesville)

Daniel’s Vineyard

March 7, 14, 21 - Karaoke/DJ Nights
March 8 - Live music with Ali & Steve
March 9 - Live music with The 78's
March 15 - Live music with Tim Wright
March 16 - Live music with Klarc Whitson
March 22 - Live music with Steve Donahoe

Easley Winery

Through March 31 - Monthly Wine Special - Chardonnay
March 8 - Groovin' on Ice - Reason And Rhyme

Grand Junction Brewing

Enjoy some darker brews like 2017 Radio Kyiv, 2018 Radio Kyiv, 2022 Radio Kyiv, and Darkest Day.

Guggman Haus
New releases include Hazy Days Route #16, Into the Wild Sour: Mango Orange Guava, Pils Trial 011: German Pilsner, Pils Trial 012: Dry-hopped Pilsner, Into the Wild Sour: Raspberry, IPA Expedition 009, Hazy Days Route #15, and Haus Blend Coffee Milk Stout.

April 18-19 - Frühlingsfest (beer releases, live music, spring pop-ups)

Metazoa Brewing

March 12 - Drag Bingo
March 13 - Paws and Think - Paint Your Pet Party Fundraiser
March 22 - Pints & Painting - Potter Themes

Moon Drops Distillery

March 8 - Live music with Tay Bronson and The Tacklebox
March 15 - Live music with John Gilmore
March 20 - Bluegrass Jam Session
March 21 - Open mic night
March 22 - Live music with Gabe Sigler

Moontown Brewing

March 21 - Live music with Spafford

The Rejoicing Vine
During March, join the Sustain Your Sparkle Wine Club for a chance to win a Pot of Gold gift basket.

March 8 - Live music with David McDonald
March 15 - Live music with Orlando Hinojosa
March 16 - Wine & Canvas - Lucky Gnome
March 22 - Live music with Michael Mills

Sun King Brewing
New releases include I Know What It Looks Like But You Gotta Bellini peach sour and Hoops There It Is All-Star Edition.

March 9 - Pints & Paints - Paint Your Pet (Fishers)
March 16 - Paint & Sip - Paint Your Pet (Indy)The Tap
The March special is a core beer flight plus a pint of your favorite for $12.

Taxman
New releases this month include Coffee Vanilla Qualified and Liquidity.

Upland Brewing
Enjoy the new Through the Haze Hazy Dragonfly and grab Courtside Indiana Pale Ale or Hoosier Gameday Lager to enjoy with March Madness.

Mark Your Calendar - Events to Put on Your Radar

April 26 – Death & Taxes Day at Taxman Bargersville
What can ease the pain of paying your taxes? A fun day with more than 45 breweries and distilleries, great food, and live music. Tickets are $15-$50.

April 26 – Beastside Brewfest at Our Lady of Lourdes
A bunch of breweries will battle for Best Beer as attendees enjoy endless samples, live music from Roughhouse, and food trucks. Tickets are $35-$50.

May 10 – Columbus on Tap at Mill Race Park
Just south of Indy, this festival features craft beer, wine, and spirits. Enjoy unlimited pours, live music, local food and art, games, and more. Tickets are $49.95-$53.95.

May 17 – Savor Lebanon at Downtown Lebanon Square
North of Indy, this is one of the largest events in Boone County. Come for unlimited samples of beer, wine, and spirits, and stay for food trucks and a mini music festival. Tickets are $40.

If you need another reason to celebrate with a drink:
Irish Whiskey Day, Moscow Mule Day, and Mulled Wine Day are March 3, Mardi Gras is March 4, Absinthe Day is March 5, Espresso Martini Day is March 15, St. Patrick's Day is March 17, and Bock Beer Day is March 20.

Make a plan, play it safe (designated driver or other sober transportation), and make it happen.

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