Shaking Up Memphis: The Spirit of Memphis Cocktail Challenge Is Back!

It’s time to raise your glasses all for the love of Memphis! The Spirit of Memphis campaign is back and better than ever, thanks to Welcome to Memphis and Old Dominick Distillery.

Local businesses were challenged to create their own signature cocktails using Old Dominick spirits–with the goal of capturing the true essence of Memphis, of course. This year, they’ve added a non-alcoholic category to make sure everyone can join the fun.

You’re invited to enjoy the mixology magic by visiting participating restaurants and bars to try the creative cocktails. Show your support for our amazing hospitality industry, and let’s make social media shine with Memphis spirit. Snap your sips, tag @welcometo901 and @olddominick, and use #SpiritOfMemphis to join the celebration!

At the end of the relay, a cocktail and mocktail will be served during the Pick Awards on October 21, 2024.

Sean Fisher

Keep reading for the full list of participating restaurants and bars. Cheers to showing off the best of our city’s flavor and flair!

Cocozza

The Greyhound Dog

Well….you ain’t nothing but a hound dog. A Greyhound Dog that is. Introducing our 2024 Spirit of Memphis Relay signature cocktail The Greyhound Dog! Featuring Old Dominick Honeybell Vodka, muddled lime & Luxardo cherries & Q Grapefruit soda. It’s tart & refreshing & perfect!

Bari Ristorante

Prosecco Supernova + Sukura Mocktail

Majestic Grille

Niko's Sangrio

Nicko’s Sangrio is an autumnal sangria made with Old Dominick Toddy & Rosso Wine steeped with honey crisp apples & oranges. Served in a chilled flute as a nod to that classy Old Dominick Rooster…Nicko, it pairs perfectly with these welcomed cooler days!

Sabor Caribe

Coco Peach Sunset

This tropical drink featuring Old Domikic Gin is an absolute delight. It meets all the characteristics of the ideal summer drink, perfect for kissing the last few weeks of summer goodbye.

Memphis Chess Club

Nightly Lane Closures

This cocktail was inspired by late night coffee drives with Memphis's staple bright orange signs indicating NIGHTLY LANE CLOSURES. It features freshly pulled Ecuadorian Typica Mejorado from a local coffee roaster, Rigby Roastery, with a big orange profile.

Plus these amazing restaurants serving up the beauty of Memphis in a cup:

JEM Dining
The Memphian
Eight and Sand
Curfew
Belle Tavern
Grind City Brewing
Villa Castriotti Lakeland
Bog and Barley

**Please note more restaurants are being added daily, so check back for updates!

About the Author

Hey there! I’m Tyra Johnson, writer and content creator for the I Love Memphis Blog. I'm a Memphis native and after a few years away, I'm back home. I love art, good eats, and live music. Join me in reclaiming my passion for Memphis, mane.

Why do you love Memphis:

Memphis has so much personality-- the people, food, music-- it just all feels good! We have so much to be proud of when speaking about the city. Also, I'm big on memories, and most of my core memories involve Memphis.

What's on your Memphis playlist?

Stay Fly by Three 6 Mafia. It's the PERFECT hype song!