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RECAP of the Whiskey Fried Classic

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July 14, 2016

By JEN

@WhiskeyFriedClassic

Last weekend I attended the First Ever Whiskey Fried Classic. Showcasing as you probably guessed, whiskey and southern food, the event took place at the Brooklyn Expo Center in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. You guys might’ve heard of or even attended the Bacon and Beer Classic, well this is the same crew who run it over at Cannonball Productions, so you know its bound to be a good time!

As you entered the space, like at most food and drink events, you are greeted by a table full of mini tasting glasses for all your drinking needs. With so much to do and before I get too carried away, its best I break it down for you: The Whiskey, The Eats and The Entertainment.

The Whiskey:
Who knew you can do so much with whiskey? With numerous whiskey purveyors and distilleries, far and near, there was a drink or cocktail made for everyone. Here are a few of my favorites:

**Michter’s Rye Whiskey served up a good ol’ pickle back shot and pickled veggies to boot.**

Rochelle’s, a bar specializing in whiskey drinks and located in the LES, took a different spin with some red wine added into the mix, this one is called a “New York Sour” and can be found on their cocktail menu.

**Dickel Whiskey from Tennessee whipped up a refreshing cucumber juice whiskey! It was perfect for a summer day!**

**Magnum changed things up a bit by blending scotch whiskey and dutch cream. Signature cocktails include espresso or simply on the rocks!**

**Cooperstown served up a delicious citrus cocktail…I thought the bottles were really cool! Shaped like a baseball, its great for whiskey and baseball lovers alike.**

The Eats:
From bourbon ice cream to chicken fried and waffles, the eats were right on point!

Manila Social Club, located right in the BK had these delicious donuts I couldn’t stop eating. Made from Ube, a purple sweet yam found in the Philippines, it was topped with a Bourbon glaze, and to die for!

**Bareburger had a super yummy buttermilk fried chicken sandwich and Burnside Biscuits took it back to the classics with delicious chicken and waffles.**

**240 Sweet satisfied my sweet tooth with a deep fried bourbon marshmallow and Jacob’s Pickles hooked it up with a dry rub fried chicken and charred pepper and okra combo.**

**Sweet Dreams Mini donuts, made right on the spot I might add, was a perfect sweet ending to the savory dishes before.**

**Whiskey flavored ice cream?? Say. No. More.**

**One of my favorite chips! Kettle chips were in tow with the Sriracha and BBQ varieties, fitting for the occasion I must say.**

**Cypress Grove Goat Cheeses were bomb. My fav was the truffle flavored one…seconds please!**

**A little Hubert’s lemonade goes a long way.**

*VIP: Those who purchased VIP tickets were able to take part in an exclusive speakeasy lounge (read swank vibes), which served Makers Mark cocktails and in ” Make Your Own” fashion included various additions like fresh fruit, herbs and Owl’s Brew Tea for the bartenders to mix in!