Wet Your Whistle at the Speakeasy Vibes of Blue Note Bourbon’s Tasting Room

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You can find Memphis’ very own Blue Note Bourbon in stores and many local bars but you can also experience it first hand in their tasting room which offers speakeasy vibes.

 

The awards they're winning alone should be enough motivation to give it a try.

Memphis' Oldest Licensed Distillery

If you’re unfamiliar with Blue Note, run by B.R. Distilling Company, it’s one of the oldest licensed distilleries out of the city and “embodies Southern Culture and Delta Flavor.”

Play On With a Moxy Staycation

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From the complimentary cocktail at check-in to the stylish and playful vibe, Moxy Memphis is the perfect hotel for a staycation-especially for those that are young at heart.

Moxy recently invited me to come out and see what the hotel was all about during a staycation. This was my first time staying at any Moxy property and I was excited to see what it was like. I brought two friends along (this was my first friends staycation too!) and we had the best time. Not to mention we also felt super refreshed after.

Moxy Knows How to Make An Entrance

Take off to JJ's Tropical: Mexican Bar & Grill

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Ladies and gentlemen, we are preparing for take off. This is a non-stop flight from Memphis, TN to JJ’s Tropical: Mexican Bar & Grill, so fasten those seatbelts and brace yourself, as we enter into the world of Spanish culture and cuisine.

We just landed at 1134 N Germantown Pkwy Suite 104. Do you hear that, it’s Tití Me Preguntó by Bad Bunny is playing on the speakers? Oh, you know you’re in the right place. 

Bog & Barley Impresses on all Fronts

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Bog & Barley will leave your jaw dropping and stomach full.

I went into Bog & Barley knowing it was going to be impressive inside but I still was not ready for just how much it would be. Bog & Barley is a product of love from DJ and Jamie Naylor, owners of Celtic Crossing in Cooper-Young.

The new upscale Irish pub is located in East Memphis at 6161 Poplar Ave. in the Regalia Shopping Center and underwent a $2.5 million renovation before opening with no details spared.

Memphis Craft Beer Events and News

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Memphis’ Craft Beer Scene is Brewin’

Anyone that knows me, knows my love of craft beer. I love our beer community here in Memphis because not only is it full of so much potential to grow but the ones that are already doing it, are brewing up great beers.

This guide will cover all the latest brewery news, special beer releases, events, and deals. For a full list of Memphis breweries click here

Guide to Memphis Grizzlies Playoffs

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IT'S A PARADE INSIDE MY CITY YEAHHHH!

The Memphis Grizzlies are in the playoffs!

Here's your guide whether you're planning to go to the games, find a watch party, or looking to get hyped before.

If you're visiting Memphis for the playoffs (welcome!) take a look at this Grizzlies Weekend Guide.

Grizzlies Playoff Schedule

*GAME 6: AWAY
Friday, April 28 at 9:30 p.m.
Watch: ESPN

A Must-Do: Topgolf Swing Suites at Erling Jensen Small Bites

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This mix of Topgolf and delicious eats is your perfect night out.

Whether it’s a date night, business outing, or a night out with friends, a visit to the Topgolf Swing Suites at Erling Jensen Small Bites is an absolute must.

Don’t wait for Topgolf to open its facility in Germantown, start swinging away now because believe me, you’re going to need the practice.

Where To Get Absinthe In Memphis

Absinthe being served in traditional format at Memphis Whistle

Memphis has a great bar scene as we all know and many of them are mixing up fantastic cocktails with absinthe. Absinthe isn’t for everyone. To me, it tastes like black licorice which I personally love. That generally gets grossed out groans from almost everyone I tell that to but if I see absinthe listed in a cocktail it’s almost a guarantee that I’m ordering it.

Contrary to lore, absinthe doesn’t make you hallucinate. (Sorry!) Absinthe is traditionally served dripping over a spoon holding a sugar cube.